Originally posted by texandrews Thanks for the tip on the RRS clamp. When I get to tethering---holding off while I get my new flash setup sorted, my immediate field need---I'll pick one up.
Those RRS QR plates are great, I have them.
Sure thing. Like the rrs products too....maybe one day will splurge on one of their tripods. I was hoping others may may find it as useful. I had looked online a while back for something similar made for the Z , but couldn't find anything. Gave up. Received a RRS catalog recently, and noticed this new product. Something like the Jerk-Stopper from tether tools helps. This however is solid and gives confidence that the cord won't disconnect, or possibly damage the port with frequent movement.
It think it would be great to have a sticky thread with "Useful accessories for the 645 D & Z ". Where users note accessories that help aid their shooting experience.
A few examples:
Pentax F remote shutter release. Not a long range capability necessarily, but nice to use in lieu of a wired release. Especially with mirror-up mode. This model has batteries that can be replaced where I think the waterproof version does not. It is small ..fits in that fifth pocket of jeans.
Joby wrist strap connected to a bottom release plate. The rrs plate has a perfect slot for this. One of the first things I noticed with the camera were the split-rings (where you attach the neck strap) felt like they were in the way when you are gripping the camera. Took them off as you can see in the photo. Actually I usually remove neck straps anyway, but thought I may want some kind of insurance with this camera.
Found some thin film-type screen protectors for LCD display on the rear which also includes one for the lcd readout on top of the camera. Haven't applied them yet...kind of like a phone screen film protector. From (E) bay ....Savvies SU75 UltraClear ( sold in various quantities, something I figure I'll replace occasionally) .
Good luck with you new flash system!
Oh, and sorry all for the double photo post. Looked like it did not show up in the original post. Newbie mistake. Have lurked here for a while as the username suggests.