Originally posted by scottax1 So
you bought the last one (of 359)!!
Can you post a pic of the rig you put together? I can't seem to visualize it.
It's exactly like this... (courtesy of Russell-Evans) only with a slightly different QR Clamp... same vendor for the plates I think. I use a generic plate on the camera, thought there are of course model-specific plates.
I recently purchased a dedicated Kirk L-Bracket for my K-5. I am a little disappointed in the Kirk. It does not have the free-fall safety screws, so carrying the camera mounted on the tripod is out of the question.
The universal L-bracket was intended for use with my K-10D. In many ways I like it better than the dedicated Kirk bracket.
Originally posted by pxpaulx One thing I particularly enjoy with the large plate/post is the ability to grab it like a second grip, makes use of the camera both on and off the tripod very stable.
Yes! I do like this very much too. Makes it easy to swing it around, pan, etc. I imaging that some budding videographer is going to pick up on this sooner or later...
Ebay Link for Plates kit:
Arca Swiss type Panorama set. For Markins Kirk etc | eBay
He will accept a generous Best Offer. Ships fast too.
Here's the QR clamp I used.
NEW Fotopro Quick Release Clamp QR fits Arca-Swiss | eBay
Again, fast ship, decent quality. Unlike Russell-Evans, the tightening knob does fouls the one on my tripod, but I just reverse it and put it out front. One less knob to potentially come loose from a bump.
I'll be getting another one of these to convert another tripod I have to Arca-compatible.
Thanks Russell-Evans!
woof!