Really Right Stuff bracket on K-3

**interested_observer** · 01-21-2014, 09:08 PM

Originally posted by interested_observer

Unfortunately, it appears that neither Kirk, Acratech nor RRS offer plates for the K3. This is too bad as I do agree that for vertical shots an L bracket is really the only way to go.

Actually I had intended to type "L Bracket" rather than "plates". Acratech has plates, but no one other than RRS has a custom L bracket for Pentax.

Originally posted by tabl10s

It's amazing that you can have a custom Rolls Royce, High-End acoustic guitar or home done as long as you're willing to spend the cash, but you can't get a simple bracket. CNC has to be employed for RRS to make their products and this would be a way to generate additional income from us.

The K3 is the same width as the K5 family, however the K3 is a bit taller. The K5/II/IIs/7 L Bracket should fit nicely. The only potential problem would be on the left hand side if you need to have cable access. Pentax solved my largest problem with this aspect by moving the external wired shutter release connector to the right hand side of the K5 camera body, so there is no longer an interference issue. That is one reason why I went with the Kirk L Bracket in the first place, since they had a larger opening (on the vertical side of the L Bracket) that accommodated opening the camera body door, in which to plug the shutter release on my old K20.

I am so use to using an L Bracket, I doubt that I would buy a body without a custom one being available.

John4287 · 02-02-2014, 10:08 AM

Has anyone tried to install the RRS BK7-L L plate on the K3? And if so does it or does it not fit?
Measurements I have taken off both the K3 and the K5 Classic appear to be the same with regards to the location of the Tripod mounting insert.

gosman · 02-02-2014, 12:12 PM

In addition to John's question above, how about the BG5 battery grip? It changed I know from the K-5s. Just got the grip and can't imagine ever taking it off- so nice! We need a L-bracket for the grip!!

**StigVidar** · 02-02-2014, 12:22 PM

This, Pentax K5 Quick Release L-Plate FK5L Arca Compatible - Fittestphoto , works great on K-3 and is available on ebay.

**Hornet** · 02-02-2014, 12:58 PM

Originally posted by John4287

Has anyone tried to install the RRS BK7-L L plate on the K3? And if so does it or does it not fit?
Measurements I have taken off both the K3 and the K5 Classic appear to be the same with regards to the location of the Tripod mounting insert.

I have tested it and although the dimensions are fine, there is a small raised area on the front right part of the bracket that keeps the plate from sitting truly flush to the camera base. You can use it but it isn't optimal and I would caution against tightening it too hard or using a long lens without it's own bracket. An option would be to add a spacer/washer and longer screw to offset the increased thickness. I'm hoping RRS will listen to the demand so please join in and send them a note requesting a custom K3 plate.

kenyee · 02-02-2014, 01:09 PM

Originally posted by StigVidar

This, Pentax K5 Quick Release L-Plate FK5L Arca Compatible - Fittestphoto , works great on K-3 and is available on ebay.

$100 isn't bad at all.
Could you take a few photos of it on your K-3?

gosman · 02-02-2014, 01:57 PM

I put in my comment today (in between pre-game Super Bowl activity) about the L-bracket. The Chinese one seems marginal and isn't compatible with battery grip.

**StigVidar** · 02-02-2014, 02:33 PM

Originally posted by kenyee

$100 isn't bad at all.
Could you take a few photos of it on your K-3?

L-plate photos

panoguy · 02-02-2014, 02:37 PM

Originally posted by StigVidar

Foto Album

So it only covers the accessories port? From the photos it looks like that door cannot be opened... and I use the wired remote.

**StigVidar** · 02-02-2014, 02:43 PM

The wired remote is on the other side of the camera.

It is possible to open on the left side, too.

kenyee · 02-02-2014, 03:03 PM

Originally posted by StigVidar

It is possible to open on the left side, too.

Meaning you can open the HDMI/USB door?
It does look really tight...not sure why they did that. The rest of it looks pretty well built...the lip that hugs the body is the important part to keep it from moving around.

**StigVidar** · 02-02-2014, 03:20 PM

It is made for K-5 and the HDMI/USB door is a little bit smaller on K-5. It is still possible to open the door on K-3.

I have added a picture which shows the door opened. As you can see, it gets bent and I won't recommend left it open for a long time.

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01-21-2014, 09:08 PM	#16
interested_observer Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tumbleweed, Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,707	Originally posted by interested_observer Unfortunately, it appears that neither Kirk, Acratech nor RRS offer plates for the K3. This is too bad as I do agree that for vertical shots an L bracket is really the only way to go. Actually I had intended to type "L Bracket" rather than "plates". Acratech has plates, but no one other than RRS has a custom L bracket for Pentax. Originally posted by tabl10s It's amazing that you can have a custom Rolls Royce, High-End acoustic guitar or home done as long as you're willing to spend the cash, but you can't get a simple bracket. CNC has to be employed for RRS to make their products and this would be a way to generate additional income from us. The K3 is the same width as the K5 family, however the K3 is a bit taller. The K5/II/IIs/7 L Bracket should fit nicely. The only potential problem would be on the left hand side if you need to have cable access. Pentax solved my largest problem with this aspect by moving the external wired shutter release connector to the right hand side of the K5 camera body, so there is no longer an interference issue. That is one reason why I went with the Kirk L Bracket in the first place, since they had a larger opening (on the vertical side of the L Bracket) that accommodated opening the camera body door, in which to plug the shutter release on my old K20. I am so use to using an L Bracket, I doubt that I would buy a body without a custom one being available.

02-02-2014, 10:08 AM	#17
John4287 New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 22	Has anyone tried to install the RRS BK7-L L plate on the K3? And if so does it or does it not fit? Measurements I have taken off both the K3 and the K5 Classic appear to be the same with regards to the location of the Tripod mounting insert.

02-02-2014, 12:12 PM	#18
gosman Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 263	In addition to John's question above, how about the BG5 battery grip? It changed I know from the K-5s. Just got the grip and can't imagine ever taking it off- so nice! We need a L-bracket for the grip!!

02-02-2014, 12:22 PM	#19
StigVidar Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 705	This, Pentax K5 Quick Release L-Plate FK5L Arca Compatible - Fittestphoto , works great on K-3 and is available on ebay.

02-02-2014, 12:58 PM	#20
Hornet Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 169	Originally posted by John4287 Has anyone tried to install the RRS BK7-L L plate on the K3? And if so does it or does it not fit? Measurements I have taken off both the K3 and the K5 Classic appear to be the same with regards to the location of the Tripod mounting insert. I have tested it and although the dimensions are fine, there is a small raised area on the front right part of the bracket that keeps the plate from sitting truly flush to the camera base. You can use it but it isn't optimal and I would caution against tightening it too hard or using a long lens without it's own bracket. An option would be to add a spacer/washer and longer screw to offset the increased thickness. I'm hoping RRS will listen to the demand so please join in and send them a note requesting a custom K3 plate.

02-02-2014, 01:09 PM	#21
kenyee Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Boston, PRofMA Photos: Albums Posts: 3,026	Originally posted by StigVidar This, Pentax K5 Quick Release L-Plate FK5L Arca Compatible - Fittestphoto , works great on K-3 and is available on ebay. $100 isn't bad at all. Could you take a few photos of it on your K-3?

02-02-2014, 01:57 PM	#22
gosman Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 263	I put in my comment today (in between pre-game Super Bowl activity) about the L-bracket. The Chinese one seems marginal and isn't compatible with battery grip.

02-02-2014, 02:33 PM	#23
StigVidar Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 705	Originally posted by kenyee $100 isn't bad at all. Could you take a few photos of it on your K-3? L-plate photos

02-02-2014, 02:37 PM	#24
panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,327	Originally posted by StigVidar Foto Album So it only covers the accessories port? From the photos it looks like that door cannot be opened... and I use the wired remote.

02-02-2014, 02:43 PM	#25
StigVidar Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 705	The wired remote is on the other side of the camera. It is possible to open on the left side, too.

02-02-2014, 03:03 PM	#26
kenyee Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Boston, PRofMA Photos: Albums Posts: 3,026	Originally posted by StigVidar It is possible to open on the left side, too. Meaning you can open the HDMI/USB door? It does look really tight...not sure why they did that. The rest of it looks pretty well built...the lip that hugs the body is the important part to keep it from moving around.

02-02-2014, 03:20 PM	#27
StigVidar Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 705	It is made for K-5 and the HDMI/USB door is a little bit smaller on K-5. It is still possible to open the door on K-3. I have added a picture which shows the door opened. As you can see, it gets bent and I won't recommend left it open for a long time.