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**i_trax** · 06-25-2021, 02:49 PM - **1 Like**

I just managed to purchase new D FA 70-210 ( Demo - @very good price).
I have a question about tripod mount.
In PF review section it is stated :
While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1395687-REG/tamron_a034tm_70_210mm_f_...981&

Can any user of this lens confirm this?

In the Serial Numbers registry the PF member:
Nakedgun - View Profile - PentaxForums.com
claims:
"The corresponding Tamron tripod clamp would not fit, but it really is not needed, this lens is lightweight."

Could any current user confirm or rule out those claims please.

Froggy · 06-26-2021, 02:58 AM

Originally posted by i_trax

I just managed to purchase new D FA 70-210 ( Demo - @very good price).
I have a question about tripod mount.
In PF review section it is stated :
While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1395687-REG/tamron_a034tm_70_210mm_f_...981&

Can any user of this lens confirm this?

In the Serial Numbers registry the PF member:
Nakedgun - View Profile - PentaxForums.com
claims:
"The corresponding Tamron tripod clamp would not fit, but it really is not needed, this lens is lightweight."

Could any current user confirm or rule out those claims please.

Yes it does work fine I have one for my DFA 20-210. It is quite expensive it was getting on for £100 in yhe UK

**i_trax** · 06-26-2021, 07:55 AM

Thank you very much for your reply.
I would really like to get a tripod mount for this lens.

Wheatfield · 06-26-2021, 02:08 PM

I thought about getting the Tamron mount for my 70-210, but the lens is light enough that it's not going to bend a camera body, and camera shake is lessened greatly if the rig is mounted to a tripod via the camera rather than the lens.
A tripod mount for this lens is camera theater more than anything else.

**BarryE** · 06-26-2021, 02:43 PM

Personally, I don't think it needs a tripod collar, but, and this is a big but, I've found it vibrates a lot in the wind - especially with the hood on. Various tricks of weighing down tripod, different styles of heads etc failed to sort out the problem. Never had a lens that suffered this badly in just a light breeze. My solution, which turned out to be very successful but rather defeats the lightweight lens advantage, was to use a Manfrotto telephoto support (https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/telephoto-lens-support-293/).

**Nakedgun** · 06-27-2021, 01:27 PM

Originally posted by i_trax

I just managed to purchase new D FA 70-210 ( Demo - @very good price).
I have a question about tripod mount.
In PF review section it is stated :
While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit.
Tamron A034TM Tripod Collar Mount for 70-210mm f/4 Di VC A034TM

Can any user of this lens confirm this?

In the Serial Numbers registry the PF member:
Nakedgun - View Profile - PentaxForums.com
claims:
"The corresponding Tamron tripod clamp would not fit, but it really is not needed, this lens is lightweight."

Could any current user confirm or rule out those claims please.

I will restate my claim that the item sent to me from B&H, part # clearly printed on the box, would not fit. Specifically, the clamp could not be tightened as the band did not close tight enough around the lens to make this possible.

.

**i_trax** · 06-27-2021, 07:58 PM

I hardly ever used tripod in the past.
Unfortunately times are changing , after number of operations on my left arm and my right hand I need to look at options to make my gear more usable.
Perhaps a monopod will be my new option.....

**i_trax** · 06-28-2021, 01:10 AM

Haoge LMR-TL721 Lens Collar Replacement Foot Tripod Mount Ring Stand Base for Tamron 70-210mm f4 Di VC USD A034 Lens Built-in Arca Type Quick Release Plate Replace Tamron A034TM

did anyone had a chance to try it on DFA 70-210?
it is substantially cheaper than Tamron.

angerdan · 06-28-2021, 05:02 AM

Originally posted by i_trax

While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1395687-REG/tamron_a034tm_70_210mm_f_...981&

Can any user of this lens confirm this?

Yes.
HD Pentax-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR Reviews - D FA Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

It has been discussed and confirmed im May 2020:
Adam: Reviews updates/corrections etc - PentaxForums.com
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/10-pentax-slr-lens-discussion/401940-new...ml#post4907335
Tripod collar for HD PENTAX-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR? | PENTAXever.com
PENTAXever - YES! Now we know that Tamron A034TM Tripod... | Facebook
Pentax Rumors - Tamron A034TM tripod collar... | Facebook
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bdery · 06-28-2021, 07:16 AM

Originally posted by i_trax

Can any user of this lens confirm this?

I wrote the review, took the example pictures, and can confirm that the tripod collar fits

**i_trax** · 06-28-2021, 07:28 AM

so you people confirming that Haoge is working or Tamron or both?

angerdan · 06-28-2021, 08:40 AM

Originally posted by i_trax

so you people confirming that Haoge is working or Tamron or both?

Tamron ist sure.
Haoge could be, you'll have to try.

bdery · 06-30-2021, 05:32 AM

Originally posted by i_trax

so you people confirming that Haoge is working or Tamron or both?

I don't think anyone in this thread tested it. If you can find clear info about the diameter, fine, otherwise you'll have to test!

**i_trax** · 06-30-2021, 07:42 AM

Originally posted by bdery

I don't think anyone in this thread tested it. If you can find clear info about the diameter, fine, otherwise you'll have to test!

just ordered it from Amazon

bdery · 07-05-2021, 06:22 AM

Originally posted by i_trax

just ordered it from Amazon

Let us know your conclusions!

06-25-2021, 02:49 PM - 1 Like	#1
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621	HD Pentax-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR I just managed to purchase new D FA 70-210 ( Demo - @very good price). I have a question about tripod mount. In PF review section it is stated : While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1395687-REG/tamron_a034tm_70_210mm_f_...981& Can any user of this lens confirm this? In the Serial Numbers registry the PF member: Nakedgun - View Profile - PentaxForums.com claims: "The corresponding Tamron tripod clamp would not fit, but it really is not needed, this lens is lightweight." Could any current user confirm or rule out those claims please.

06-27-2021, 07:58 PM	#7
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621 Original Poster	thank you all for replies I hardly ever used tripod in the past. Unfortunately times are changing , after number of operations on my left arm and my right hand I need to look at options to make my gear more usable. Perhaps a monopod will be my new option.....

06-28-2021, 01:10 AM	#8
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621 Original Poster	Tripod mount options Haoge LMR-TL721 Lens Collar Replacement Foot Tripod Mount Ring Stand Base for Tamron 70-210mm f4 Di VC USD A034 Lens Built-in Arca Type Quick Release Plate Replace Tamron A034TM did anyone had a chance to try it on DFA 70-210? it is substantially cheaper than Tamron.

06-30-2021, 07:42 AM	#14
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621 Original Poster	it looks like there is no other way Originally posted by bdery I don't think anyone in this thread tested it. If you can find clear info about the diameter, fine, otherwise you'll have to test! just ordered it from Amazon

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06-26-2021, 02:58 AM	#2
Froggy New Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 15	Originally posted by i_trax I just managed to purchase new D FA 70-210 ( Demo - @very good price). I have a question about tripod mount. In PF review section it is stated : While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1395687-REG/tamron_a034tm_70_210mm_f_...981& Can any user of this lens confirm this? In the Serial Numbers registry the PF member: Nakedgun - View Profile - PentaxForums.com claims: "The corresponding Tamron tripod clamp would not fit, but it really is not needed, this lens is lightweight." Could any current user confirm or rule out those claims please. Yes it does work fine I have one for my DFA 20-210. It is quite expensive it was getting on for £100 in yhe UK

06-26-2021, 07:55 AM	#3
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621 Original Poster	Thank you very much for your reply. I would really like to get a tripod mount for this lens.

06-26-2021, 02:08 PM	#4
Wheatfield Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The wheatfields of Canada Posts: 15,987	I thought about getting the Tamron mount for my 70-210, but the lens is light enough that it's not going to bend a camera body, and camera shake is lessened greatly if the rig is mounted to a tripod via the camera rather than the lens. A tripod mount for this lens is camera theater more than anything else.

06-26-2021, 02:43 PM	#5
BarryE Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 1,654	Personally, I don't think it needs a tripod collar, but, and this is a big but, I've found it vibrates a lot in the wind - especially with the hood on. Various tricks of weighing down tripod, different styles of heads etc failed to sort out the problem. Never had a lens that suffered this badly in just a light breeze. My solution, which turned out to be very successful but rather defeats the lightweight lens advantage, was to use a Manfrotto telephoto support (https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/telephoto-lens-support-293/).

06-27-2021, 01:27 PM	#6
Nakedgun Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Southwest Posts: 1,365	Originally posted by i_trax I just managed to purchase new D FA 70-210 ( Demo - @very good price). I have a question about tripod mount. In PF review section it is stated : While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit. Tamron A034TM Tripod Collar Mount for 70-210mm f/4 Di VC A034TM Can any user of this lens confirm this? In the Serial Numbers registry the PF member: Nakedgun - View Profile - PentaxForums.com claims: "The corresponding Tamron tripod clamp would not fit, but it really is not needed, this lens is lightweight." Could any current user confirm or rule out those claims please. I will restate my claim that the item sent to me from B&H, part # clearly printed on the box, would not fit. Specifically, the clamp could not be tightened as the band did not close tight enough around the lens to make this possible. .

06-28-2021, 05:02 AM	#9
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,643	Originally posted by i_trax While Pentax does not provide a tripod mount for this lens, the optional A034TM tripod mount made by Tamron for their similar 70-210mm F4 telezoom will fit. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1395687-REG/tamron_a034tm_70_210mm_f_...981& Can any user of this lens confirm this? Yes. HD Pentax-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR Reviews - D FA Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database It has been discussed and confirmed im May 2020: Adam: Reviews updates/corrections etc - PentaxForums.com https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/10-pentax-slr-lens-discussion/401940-new...ml#post4907335 Tripod collar for HD PENTAX-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR? \| PENTAXever.com PENTAXever - YES! Now we know that Tamron A034TM Tripod... \| Facebook Pentax Rumors - Tamron A034TM tripod collar... \| Facebook Twitter

06-28-2021, 07:16 AM	#10
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,363	Originally posted by i_trax Can any user of this lens confirm this? I wrote the review, took the example pictures, and can confirm that the tripod collar fits

06-28-2021, 07:28 AM	#11
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621 Original Poster	so you people confirming that Haoge is working or Tamron or both?

06-28-2021, 08:40 AM	#12
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,643	Originally posted by i_trax so you people confirming that Haoge is working or Tamron or both? Tamron ist sure. Haoge could be, you'll have to try.

06-30-2021, 05:32 AM	#13
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,363	Originally posted by i_trax so you people confirming that Haoge is working or Tamron or both? I don't think anyone in this thread tested it. If you can find clear info about the diameter, fine, otherwise you'll have to test!

07-05-2021, 06:22 AM	#15
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,363	Originally posted by i_trax just ordered it from Amazon Let us know your conclusions!