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2011 catalog
©1990 -2011 Really Right Stuff. all rights reserved.
“Really Right Stuff”© is a federally registered trademark, and “RRS” and the RRS logo are proprietary trademarks of Really
Right Stuff. third party marks referenced are the property of their respective owners.
WHAT DRIVES REALLY RIGHT STUFF
OUR CUSTOMERS
» Demanding professional and serious amateur photographers.
OUR VISION
» to be your first choice for camera support systems with products
of soul satisfying uncompromised quality, simple convenience and
superior total service.
OUR MISSION
» We design, build, acquire and deliver superior camera support
systems.
OUR VALUES
» We strive for product perfection in form, function and value.
» We passionately appreciate beauty in all god’s creations and strive
to create beauty for others to enjoy.
» We believe product aesthetics are as important as function.
» Innovation beats imitation—and it’s more satisfying.
» We believe people are inherently good. We trust our customers and
make every effort to meet or exceed their expectations for superior
service and product performance.
» It’s our duty to help our customers understand camera support
system selection and use.
» We expect to make a reasonable profit.
our Vision is what we want to be;
our Mission is what we do;
our Values teach us how.
Joe Johnson
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HEADS FOR TRIpODS & MONOpODS16CLAMpS34CAMERA bODY & LENS pLATES40OFF-CAMERA FLASH54pANORAMAS MADE SIMpLE62RAILS, bARS & MACRO72HARDWARE, TOOLS & pOUCHES80
Hi! My name is Molly. I am the Really Right Stuff Mascot. Look for me throughout the catalog. I give “Handy Tips” about our gear.
CONTENTSREALLY RIGHT STUFF 2011 CATALOG
about the cover from Joe Johnson:
“We followed this beautiful female leopard to what must have been a favorite hang-out tree close to sundown. What a perfect experience! She posed so beautifully that I was able to shoot several series of bracketed images which I blended into an HDR image using Photoshop cS5 and Nik HDR Efex Pro.”
Equipment: Nikon D700 camera; 70 -200mm/f2.8 VR II lens with lcF-10 replacement foot; mounted on Pg-02 llR Pano-gimbal head, ta-2-lB leveling base on Mc-34 monopod; secured to safari vehicle with prototype Safari Rig components.
©2010 Joe Johnson
QR-FM Completely redesigned flash mounts. Page 56
QR-Adapters Patent-pending quick-release for flash. Page 59
OFF-CAMERA FLASH
N E w P r O d u C T
PG-02 Patent-pending Pano-Gimbal Head. Page 26
Packages Support packages make it easy to choose. Page 32
HEADS FOR TRIpODS & MONOpODSN E w P r O d u C T
pANORAMAS MADE SIMpLE
N E w P r O d u C T
PG-02 Modular components for new Pano Pkgs. Page 70
GP-CB Camera bar for the GigaPan EPIC Pro. Page 71
QuICK STArT GuIdE
bALLHEADSPAGE 16
TRIpODSPAGE 4
CLAMpSPAGE 34
bODY pLATESPAGE 40
INTrOduCINGNEW pRODUCTS IN OUR 2011 LINE Up
TVC-34 Versa Series 3 tripod, 4 sections/leg Page 6
TVC-23 Versa Series 2 tripod, 3 sections/leg Page 8
TVC-24 Versa Series 2 tripod, 4 sections/leg Page 8
TVC-13/14 Versa Series 1 tripods coming in late-2011!
MC-34 Series 3 carbon fiber monopod. Page 10
Safari Rig Versatile clamping & bracing system. Page 11
TA-Series Center columns, leveling bases, and more! Page 12
TRIpODS & ACCESSORIES
N E w P r O d u C T
Plates New custom plates for all the new cameras. Page 44
CAMERA bODY & LENS pLATES
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TrIPOdSHOW TO CHOOSE A TRIpOD
Height & Center Columns
this addresses both maximum height and minimum height.
Want to have your viewfinder at eye level? choose a tripod that
extends to within about 6-inches of eye level (that remaining
6-inches will be taken up by your ballhead and camera). Want to
shoot at ground level? choose a tripod without a center column.
all Really Right Stuff Versa® tripods give you the best of both
worlds: they come standard without center column but accept
a range of accessories, including optional center columns.
Other Factors
the selection of a tripod stems from three inputs: personal
preference and budget, load, and surroundings. a well-
crafted support system is built with quality components that
complement each other and satisfy the genuine needs and
preferences of each shooter. tripod legs, ballhead, quick-
release clamping system, camera and optics—a well chosen
combination, used properly, will yield the finest results with
every use. Buy right the first time, and you will maximize your
investments. this concept is the heart of the Really Right
Stuff support synergy philosophy.
HANdY TIP
The new line of Really Right Stuff Versa® Tripods are the world's only carbon fiber tripods made entirely in the United States from parts acquired exclusively in the US down to the smallest screw.
Montaña De oro State Park, los osos, california, USa
Equipment & Exposure:
canon 5D Mark II; EF 24-105mm/f4 lens at 60mm; ISo
100. 3 bracketed images blended into 1 HDR image
using Photomatix Pro 3.0.
Equipment pictured in above image:
olympus EP2 camera fitted with BoEP1-l l-plate;
Really Right Stuff tVc-24 tripod, BH-40 lR ballhead.
Photo by Joe Johnson
ICON LEGEND
CARBON FIBER
ALUMINUM
LOAD CAPACITY
WEIGHT OF TRIPOD
NO CENTER COLUMN INCLUDED
CENTER COLUMN INCLUDED
2 SECTIONS PER LEG
3 SECTIONS PER LEG
4 SECTIONS PER LEG
FOLDED LENGTH
ICON LEGEND CONT.
MINIMUM HEIGHT
MAX HEIGHT w/ CENTER COLUMN
MAX HEIGHT w/o CENTER COLUMN
choosing the right tripod can be an overwhelming experience;
there are so many choices! Really Right Stuff has built a
solid reputation as your camera support experts because we
understand how to select the best support system for you from
the ground up. Here are a number of things to consider when
choosing a new tripod.
Number of Leg Sections
Favor tripods with 3 leg-sections per leg over 4 leg-sections
for most applications. Since each leg section has to telescope
into the previous section, the fourth and final leg section of a 4
leg-sections model is smaller and relatively weaker. So opt for
fewer sections to maximize your support. also, tripods with 3
leg-sections have only two joints per leg. In general terms, the
fewer joints, the better the support; the fewer joints, the less
hassle to extend and collapse.
But there are times when a tripod with 4 leg-sections is a good
choice. If travel and portability are premium considerations for
you, tripods with 4 leg-sections collapse into a shorter closed
length. this can often mean the difference between fitting in
that carry-on suitcase or leaving your tripod behind.
Carbon Fiber or Aluminum? today’s best tripods for discriminating photographers are made
from carbon fiber. their many benefits include:
» greatest weight to stability ratio.
» Easier to handle in extreme cold since the leg sections do not
get as cold as aluminum.
» Dampens vibration faster than aluminum.
» typically half the weight of a comparable aluminum model.
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Words from Joe Johnson,
Owner of Really Right Stuff
“a while back, I got an itch to design a tripod that would marry
the Really Right Stuff ideal of soul-satisfying feel and finish with
best-in-class strength and resilience. three years, thousands of
design hours, numerous prototypes and weeks of field-testing
later, I’m confident we succeeded.
Driven to produce the best possible still-photography tripod
money can buy, we committed that all features, materials,
fit and finish meet and exceed the best in the world. the
result is not a mass-produced item available at any corner
shop. We painstakingly machine most components and
assemble each tripod by hand right here in San
luis obispo, california. What we don’t produce
ourselves is all made in the United States-down to
the smallest screw.
this flies in the face of the age of outsourced
production to low-cost countries, but it
allows us total and direct control of the end
product. admittedly the price may be out of
reach for many, but the best tools are worth
the investment if it raises your level of art and
enjoyment of use. We hope you agree there is
no finer camera support gear at any price. We
proudly introduce the first line of premium
carbon-fiber tripods and accessories that
meet the Really Right Stuff design and
quality standards.”
VERSA TRIpOD FEATURES & bENEFITS
» SUREGRIP™ APEX LOCK
other tripods rely on a split apex to keep your accessories in
place, and inherently suffer from a weakened structure and a
lock that relies on friction alone. If inadvertently loosened, it is
possible for the center platform/column to fall out. We solved
this problem with the Really Right Stuff exclusive Suregrip™
apex lock system. our solid aluminum apex has a high strength
stainless steel ring that mechanically locks into place with set
screws. In the locked position, all set screw heads are flush or
slightly below the outside surface of the apex ring. In order for
the platform or column to be removed, all three set screws must
be loosened sufficiently to allow the Suregrip™ apex lock Ring
to clear the corresponding channel in the platform/column. this
gives the photographer a visual safety indicator. carry your tripod
over your shoulder with complete confidence.
» OFFSET LEG JOINTS
tripods must occasionally withstand tremendous bending and
torsion loads. It is crucial that the angle stops and all other
structural joints are well supported. our tripod has offset leg
joints to align the apex with both the angle stops and leg walls.
this allows loads to be transferred straight through the strongest
points of the structure, while providing greatest possible
vibration damping. another benefit is that the tripod is more
compact when collapsed.
» RATCHETING ANGLE STOP
When setting the leg angles, it is important that the angle stop
be fully seated into position. on the tVc-33 it is simple. Just
pull out the stop, raise the leg, and it will automatically engage
into place beginning at the highest setting. Pulling the legs back
down will ratchet the stop into place at the lower settings. this
makes it fast, simple, keeps your fingers safe from pinches, and
reassures that your tripod’s leg angles are set properly.
» RUBBER TWIST LOCKS
Because of the built in anti-rotation of the carbon fiber legs, the
twist lock knobs can be rotated independently. the textured
semi-hard rubber exterior allows for easy adjustments and
outstanding grip with or without gloves.
» WEIGHT HOOK
Hanging a weight enhances the stability of your tripod by
keeping it firmly anchored to the ground. Hang a camera bag,
water bottle, or even a carabiner.
» TEARDROP RUBBER FEET
the unique large diameter teardrop shape keeps leg sidewalls
from touching the ground even at the lowest settings and
makes positive contact with the ground at any angle. the feet
may be interchanged with Really Right Stuff Spikes or Rock
claws to accommodate the toughest terrain. (accessories sold
separately).
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VErSA SErIES 3 TrIPOdSTVC-33 & TVC-34 THE pURSUIT OF pERFECTION
TVC-33 VERSA TRIpOD3 sections/leg, extends to 58 inches.
TVC-34 VERSA TRIpOD4 sections/leg, extends to 54 inches.
N E w P r O d u C T
part # price Leg Sections Load Capacity Max Height Min Height Folded Length Weight
TVC-33 $925 3 50lb/23kg 58in/147.3cm 4.5in/11.4cm 26in/66cm 4lb/1.8kg
TVC-34 Versa Series 3 tripod with 4 sections/leg available mid-2011.
Versa Series 3 Packages See page 32 for details and pricing.
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TVC-23 $830 3 40lb/18kg 52.4in/133cm 4in/10cm 23.6in/60cm 3.2lb/1.5kg
TVC-24 $910 4 40lb/18kg 49.2in/125cm 4in/10cm 18.7in/47.5cm 3.2lb/1.5kg
TVC-24 Long Versa Series 2 Long tripod with 4 section/leg available late 2011.
Versa Series 2 Packages See page 32 for details and pricing.
WHAT MAkES AN RRS TRIpOD?
» FINISH
Type III Hardcoat Anodizing vs. Powder Coating
anodizing produces a surface that is embedded in the metal,
and not just a superficial coating. Really Right Stuff anodizes all
aluminum parts because it gives greater wear, puncture, and
corrosion resistance compared to other processes like powder
coating.
» MACHINING
CNC vs. Cast Metal:
computer Numerical controlled (cNc) milling machines
can precisely sculpt parts out of solid metal with extreme
precision. this affords excellent control in the design, fit, and
finish of every metal part found on a RRS tripod. other tripod
manufacturers employ mold casting to mass produce metal
parts. We use cNc so we can maintain tighter quality control
over every single part throughout its making.
» MATERIALS
6061 - T6 Billet Aluminum vs. Cast Magnesium
We use 6061-t6 billet aluminum, a special tempered alloy that is
nearly twice as strong as die-cast magnesium
» CARBON FIBER LEGS
the next evolution in carbon fiber tripod leg design: Big and
thin. RRS tripod legs have a large outer diameter and a wall
thickness of only 0.04 inches. they far surpass our competition
in strength-to-weight ratio.
» INCREDIBLE CRUSH RESISTANCE
In a 3–point crush test, our Series 3 carbon fiber tube withstood
a central load nearly double our closest competitor!
» ULTIMATE VIBRATION DAMPING
Vibration damping is crucial for tack-sharp images. the Really
Right Stuff tVc-33 cuts down tremendously on sensor vibration
thanks to our “big and thin” carbon fiber tubes and bulk-mass
joint support design.
VErSA SErIES 2 TrIPOdSTVC-23 & TVC-24 THE NEW MID-SIzED SOLUTION
TVC-23 VERSA TRIpOD3 sections/leg, extends to 52.4 inches.
N E w P r O d u C T
Hot on the heels of the tVc-33 Versa tripod are our tVc-23 and
tVc-24. Sized to perfectly complement our BH-40 ballhead, our
Series 2 tripods are smaller and lighter than our Series 3 ‘pods.
they represent an evolutionary step in camera support, offering
the benefits of both a compact traveler and a Versa-style tripod,
all in one. Every structural and technological innovation found
in the tVc-33 has been carried over,
including our "big and thin" carbon fiber
tubes and Suregrip™ apex lock system.
our unique Series 2 accessories further
expand the utility of these tripods. add
a Quick column for more height, or use
a leveling Base for instant leveling.
optionally, add the leveling Base
to the Quick column and give
your tripod an adjustable
height leveling base!
No other tripod in the
world offers this
versatility.
HANdY TIP
When using your tripod in the sand, fully extend the last leg section and wipe off any sand before collapsing the legs to prevent sand from fouling your bottom leg joint.
TVC-24 VERSA TRIpOD4 sections/leg, extends to 49.2 inches.
N E w P r O d u C T
Joe leaves the field after shooting panos with our new
PG-02 LLR Pano-Gimbal head. Other gear in use is our
TVC-23 tripod with TA-2-QC Quick Column, TA-2-LB
Leveling Base, and MPR-CL II. Tripod feet were replaced with
TA-3-FRC Rock Claws.
Image used with permission from John chua, Philippines. ©2010 John chua.
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part # price Leg Sections Load Capacity Max Height Min Height Weight
MC-34 $330 4 50lb/23kg 67.25”/171cm 21.5”/55cm 1.5lb/675g
MC-34 Packages See page 25 for MC-34 Monopod Packages with our MH-01 Monopod Head.
Safari Rig Monopod Clamp Available mid-2011. Collars the top tube of the monopod; diameter adjustable.
Safari Rig Ball Clamp Available mid-2011. Ball joint allows for height and angle adjustments.
Safari Clamp Available mid-2011. Multi-jawed clamp easily grasps non-uniform supports.
TA-2-LB $TBD Series 2 Leveling Base mounts to monopods, Versa Series 2 tripods, or Versa Series 2 & 3 Quick Columns.
MC-34 MONOPOdTHE NEW STANDARD
SAFArI GEArTHE ANDY bIGGS SAFARI RIG
the Mc-34 is our answer to your demands for a high capacity,
feature rich monopod. the carbon fiber tubes are crafted from
the same “Big & thin” technology that has made our Versa
tripods so successful. Each ‘Pod also benefits from the same
advanced leg-lock technology and anti-twist tubing.
Key Features:
» 50 pound load capacity yet weighs only 1lb, 7.8oz (675g).
» accepts all Really Right Stuff tripod accessory feet.
» Molded neoprene grip.
» Swiveling adjustable handstrap is pliable.
combine our monopod with our MH-01 monopod head for the
perfect ultra-mobile, high capacity support solution. See page
25 for monopod packages with our MH-01 monopod head.
Renowned photo safari leader and Really Right Stuff user andy
Biggs approached us a couple of years ago about developing an
adaptable support system he could recommend to his clients.
thus began our quest to design safari gear that will deliver
unsurpassed long lens support in a demanding african safari
environment. our gear combines the mobility of a monopod
with the stability of a tripod while maintaining a compact
and lightweight setup in a vehicle. the andy Biggs Safari Rig
consists of multiple components that can be used separately or
in combination.
Using custom quick release mechanisms, the monopod easily
detaches from the vehicle when you need to roam and allows
you to return to the vehicle and your former setup effortlessly.
the Rig consists of a Monopod clamp, one or more Ball clamps,
a Safari clamp, and our ta-2-lB Series 2 leveling Base.
Key Features:
» Monopod clamp collars the top tube of the monopod securely
and adjusts to a range of tube diameters. Multiple tapped holes
accept Safari Rig attachments.
» Ball clamps resemble our BH-25 in size & design. their ability to
pan and articulate allows for both height and angle adjustments;
secure your monopod practically anywhere.
» Safari clamp is extremely rugged and highly versatile. Intended
to secure heavy gear to the vertical or horizontal rail in a safari
vehicle, the Safari clamp will just as easily grasp non-uniform
supports like branches, posts, and table tops.
» leveling base on a monopod? Might sound odd, but a rigid
monopod is unable to make even minor leveling adjustments
in response to changing terrain. our ta-2-lB leveling base
mounted to your monopod will deliver ±15° of float; rapid locking
mechanism makes quick adjustments fast and smooth.
AbOVE:Joe field tested our Safari Rig prototype in the Okavango Delta while on safari with Andy Biggs, August 2010. The Rig can be seen here supporting our PG‑02 LLR Pano‑Gimbal head.
bELOW:Shooting from the vehicle while on safari are Joan, Joe, and seated in front is James Weiss, owner of Eyes on Africa. Learn more about Andy Biggs Photo Safaris at http://andybiggs.com. Image shot by Ron Mackenzie, a loyal Really Right Stuff customer and fellow safari shooter.
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part # price Description Weight
TA-2-QC Series 2 Quick Column $88 Length = 12.25 in (311mm), travel = 9.4 in (239mm); fits TVC-23 & TVC-24. 9.1oz / 257g
TA-3-QC Series 3 Quick Column $110 Length = 15 in (381mm), travel = 12.5 in (318mm); fits TVC-33 & TVC-34. 12.7oz / 361g
TA-3-QCH Series 3 Quick Column $180 Length = 15 in (381mm), travel = 12.5 in (318mm); for TVC-33 purchased before 10/2010. 17.6oz / 500g
TA-2-LB Series 2 Leveling Base $TBD ±15° of leveling capability; fits TVC-23, TVC-24, TA-2-QC, TA-3-QC, TA-3-QCH. 12.8oz / 363g
TA-3-LB Series 3 Leveling Base $180 ±15° of leveling capability; fits Series 3 Versa & Gitzo Systematic tripods; TA-3-VB included. 10.5oz / 298g
TA-3-VB Series 3 Video Bowl $55 75mm Video Bowl accepts standard 75mm ball base video heads. 2.8oz / 78g
TA-3-PFH Series 3 Platform & Hook $75 Replaces platform on any Series 3 Versa & Gitzo Systematic tripod. 4.9oz / 139g
TA-3-FS Foot Spike $TBD Replacement foot for Versa tripods & monopods; stainless steel spike anchors leg in place. 2.1oz / 60g
TA-3-FRC Foot Rock Claw $TBD Replacement foot for Versa tripods & monopods; claw bites into hard, slippery surfaces. 1.4oz / 40g
TrIPOd ACCESSOrIES
TA-2-LbOur TA‑2‑LB is the most unique leveling base on the market. This adaptable leveling base fits all Versa Series 2 tripods, but it also mounts to Versa Quick Columns (or Gitzo Series 2 center columns) to create leveling center columns; only Really Right Stuff Versa tripods deliver this versatility. The TA‑2‑LB also fits our monopods and is a fundamental component in our new Andy Biggs Safari Rig (previous page).
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TA-2-QC & TA-3-QC*Easily add quick column capability to your Versa tripod with the TA‑2‑QC or TA‑3‑QC. Great for close‑up portrait or macro composition, it adds 9 inches of travel for Series 2 tripods and 12 inches of travel for Series 3 tripods. Column is aluminum and features an anti‑twist design. Remove your Versa platform and hook, and put them on our Quick Columns, then drop into your Versa tripod. * Versa tripods purchased prior to October 2010 need TA‑3‑QCH.
N E w P r O d u C T
TA-3-FRC*Do you find yourself shooting places like Bridalveil Fall in Yosemite? Or the volcanic slopes of Mount Kilauea? If so, Rock Claws are for you. Designed to bite into hard, rough surfaces, the Rock Claw will ensure your tripod won’t slip, even when wet.
Caution! These stainless feet are seriously sharp and can take a bite out
of you just as easily as they bite into rocks. Use with care. *Price unavailable at print; Please check our website. use with caution. Edges are seriously sharp.
N E w P r O d u C T
TA-3-FS*Install a set of these 3‑inch Spikes to further stabilize your tripod in heavy crosswinds and on shifty terrain. *Price unavailable at print; Please check our website.
HANdY TIP
Only Really Right Stuff Versa tripods have the versatility to be used with a platform, or a leveling base, or a leveling center column.
N E w P r O d u C T
TA-2-pFH and TA-3-pFH platform & HookOur Series 2 Versa Platform & Hook can replace a Gitzo Series 2 platform. Our Series 3 Versa Platform & Hook can replace the platform of any Gitzo Series 3 Systematic tripod. Finally, your legacy Gitzo Systematic tripod will have a weight hook.
TA-3-Lb & TA-3-VbLevel your shots faster. Shoot panoramas with less equipment and weight. With a TA‑3‑LB Leveling Base installed in your Versa Series 3 SureGrip™ Apex (or any Gitzo Series 3 Systematic), simply loosen the knurled handle and tilt your leveling base quickly into level position. You can even leave the ballhead at home when you set out shooting panoramas. Just mount your pano gear directly to the leveling base; see pp64‑71. Our TA‑3‑VB Video Bowl is also available separately and accepts all standard 75mm ball base video heads.
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GITZO® & MANFrOTTO® TrIPOdS & MONOPOdSReally Right Stuff is a 5 Star Dealer of gitzo and Manfrotto tripods, monopods, and accessories. these products carry the full US
warranties from Bogen Imaging®. We ship worldwide, but items must be shipped to the United States for any warranty repair.
Prices and product availability are subject to change at any time; check our website to confirm stock status and pricing.
For full product descriptions and images, visit our website. length dimensions listed below in inches, weight given in pounds.
part # Series Material Load Weight Leg Center Max Height Max Height Min Folded price Capacity Sections Column w/Column w/o Column Height Length
GT0531 Mountaineer 0 Carbon 6X 11 1.6 3 Yes 51.6 42.1 10.6 20.9 $450
GT1531 Mountaineer 1 Carbon 6X 17.6 2.5 3 Yes 61 52.8 6.7 24.4 $600
GT1541 Mountaineer 1 Carbon 6X 17.6 2.5 4 Yes 62.6 54.3 6.7 21.3 $640
GT1541T Traveler 1 Carbon 6X 17.6 2.1 4 Yes 55.1 44.5 6.9 16.1 $600
055CXPRO3 Manfrotto Carbon 17.6 3.6 3 Yes 68.9 55.1 4.5 25.6 $400
055CXPRO4 Manfrotto Carbon 17.6 3.7 4 Yes 66.9 53.3 4.5 21.5 $425
GT2531 Mountaineer 2 Carbon 6X 26.4 3 3 Yes 63.4 54.3 6.7 25.6 $650
GT2531EX Explorer 2 Carbon 6X 26.4 4.1 3 Yes 66.9 55.5 1.2 25.2 $675
GT2541 Mountaineer 2 Carbon 6X 26.4 3 4 Yes 60.2 51.2 6.7 21.9 $700
GT2541EX Explorer 2 Carbon 6X 26.4 4.1 4 Yes 64.6 53.1 1.2 21.3 $725
GT2542L Mountaineer 2 Carbon 6X 26.4 3.1 4 Yes 68.9 59.4 6.7 24 $730
GT2331 Series 2 Aluminum 19.8 4 3 Yes 64.2 51.6 6.3 24.8 $375
GT3531 Mountaineer 3 Carbon 6X 39.6 4.7 3 Yes 64.6 52.4 6.3 26 $800
GT3531S Systematic 3 Carbon 6X 39.6 3.7 3 No 50.8 3.9 24 $725
GT3530LS Systematic 3 Carbon 6X 39.6 4 3 No 58.3 4.3 26.4 $760
GT3541LS Systematic 3 Carbon 6X 39.6 3.8 4 No 57.5 3.9 21.7 $750
GT3541XLS Systematic 3 Carbon 6X 39.7 4.3 4 No 77.9 3.9 27.6 $850
GT5541LS Systematic 5 Carbon 6X 55 6.3 4 No 60.2 5.5 23.6 $900
MPRO 535 Video Tripod Carbon 44 5.1 3 No 67 10.6 28.7 $400
GM2541 Monopod 2 Carbon 6X 26.4 1.1 4 63 20.9 $260
GM3340L Monopod 3 Aluminum 39.6 1.7 4 61.4 20.1 $195
GM5541 Monopod 5 Carbon 6X 55 1.9 4 63.8 21.7 $350
520BALLSH Half ball for leveling video head on MPRO 535 video tripod. $58
GS5121LVL Systematic Accessory: Gitzo leveling base fits Gitzo Systematic; max load 22lbs; 15° of leveling. $220
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part # price Leg Sections Load Capacity Max Height Min Height Folded Length Weight
TP-243 Aluminum Ground ’Pod $375 2 50lb/23kg 16.9"/430mm 1.9"/48mm 12.4"/315mm 2.6lb/1.2kg
TP-243 RLEB "Rubber Leg Bumper" $15 each or set of 3 for $40 (replaces stainless steel spikes with rubber leg end bumpers).
TP-243 Bag $15 (Bag included with each tripod, but also sold separately. Internal dimensions measure 3" x 13")
TP-243 GrOuNd ’POdour tP-243 ground ’Pod is the strongest, most versatile,
feature-rich ground and tabletop tripod obtainable. We created
a height-adjustable device that handles 500mm and 600mm
lenses with ease, manages practically any type of terrain, allows
our ballheads to get as low to the ground/deck as possible,
handles the grime of working in the dirt, is field-strippable, and
most tellingly, withstands abusive airport baggage handlers! our
tP-243 ’Pod is intuitive, quick to operate, and, as with all Really
Right Stuff designs, showcases aesthetically pleasing lines.
Key Features:
» Entirely cNc machined 6061-t6 aluminum or stainless steel. all
aluminum is type III hard anodized (black) for maximum abrasion
resistance. Weight is a two edged sword. We like light weight
for carrying, but nothing trumps mass for stability.
» Reversible bottom leg sections have stainless steel point at one
end for rugged outdoor use and a rubber tip on the other end for
indoor/table-top use.
» 3-position legs for maximum positioning flexibility. Minimum
height is only 1.9” (48mm).
» Super robust. Rated load capacity is 50lbs (23kg).
» Secondary rubber feet are strategically placed on the inside of each
leg to provide protection and traction when legs are fully splayed.
» comes packed in its own tripod bag.
TIp OpTIONS Each leg has one stainless spike and one rubber bumper. Or replace spikes with set of rubber bumpers.
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BALLHEAdSWHICH bALLHEAD SHOULD YOU bUY?
Really Right Stuff designs and manufactures professional grade
tripod ballheads that can support heavy loads, lock solidly,
and move smoothly. all of our ballheads are faster to use and
inherently more stable than 3-axis “pan-tilt” tripod heads.
tripods with ballheads are also much easier to carry and pack
than tripods with pan-tilt heads—no long, protruding handles.
a Really Right Stuff ballhead will help you learn to love your
tripod. aiming and horizon leveling can be accomplished as
one instinctive motion, and rigid lockup takes just a quick twist
of one control. our full-size and mid-size ballheads also offer
variable “drag” (tension) that makes them easy to control.
the Really Right Stuff quick-release system offers implicit
advantages, and all Really Right Stuff ballheads can be
purchased with our quick-release clamps already installed. We
offer four sizes of ballheads: full-sized, mid-sized, compact, and
ultra-light. We also offer a variety of different clamp styles to
meet the needs of all shooters.
MID-SIzE bH-4040mm ball for most gear pp20‑21
COMpACT bH-3030mm ball with independent panning pp22‑23
ULTRA-LIGHT bH-2525mm ball with panning pp22‑23
FULL-SIzE bH-5555mm ball for all gear pp18‑19
Morro Rock State Preserve, Morro Bay, california USa
Equipment & Exposure:
Nikon D5000; EF 18 -55mm/f3.5 -5.6 lens at 22mm;
f16 @ 1/80 sec; ISo 200.
Equipment pictured in above image:
Really Right Stuff Pg-02 lR head mounted on ta-3-lB
leveling base on tVc-33 tripod. canon EoS-5D Mark II
fitted with B5D2-l plate and canon 500mm/f4- IS lens
fitted with lcF-50 replacement foot.
Photo by Joe Johnson
ICON LEGEND
LEVER-RELEASE CLAMP
SCREW-KNOB CLAMP
BULLSEYE SPIRIT LEVEL
3/8” TRIPOD SOCKET
1/4” PLATFORM STUD
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BH-55: FuLL-SIZEd BALLHEAdthe BH-55 is the culmination of years of iterative
development based on first-hand experience and abundant
input from seasoned professionals and enthusiasts. our
goal was to build the perfect general-purpose ballhead.
our premise was that aesthetics needn’t play second
fiddle to functionality, that operation should be intuitive
and predictable, and that your investment should be
rewarded with years of satisfaction.
Extensive field use has proven the utility of our innovative
design. the BH-55 delivers solid performance in all
weather and temperature ranges. Its low profile, precision
control knobs, rugged housing, and state of the art quick-
release clamps make our BH-55 the ballhead of choice for
both seasoned professionals and enthusiastic amateurs.
Renowned photographers who make their living using our
ballhead include george lepp, John Shaw, Peter lik, Marc
Muench, Moose Peterson, Norbert Wu, Joe and Mary ann
McDonald, Frans lanting, Kennan Ward, adam Jones and
Doug gardner, art Wolfe, trey Ratcliff, and many, many
others.
bH-55 LR bEST SELLERcomes with B2 AS II clamp
bH-55 procomes with B2‑Pro II clamp
bH-55 pCLcomes with PCL‑1 clamp
bH-55 pFcomes with 2.25” diameter platform
bH-55 FEATURES & bENEFITS
» large 55 millimeter diameter spherical ball is hollowed aluminum
to reduce weight; easily handles heavy loads.
» Dual drop notches allow camera to be tilted 90º over into vertical
position or forward to shoot downward without repositioning
the ballhead.
» all body control knobs are captive and have enough clearance
between the knob and body outboard of the o-ring seal to allow
easy cleaning in case of fouling.
» large main locking knob incorporates stainless steel ballbearings
for a lifetime of silky smooth control.
» Drag set control with laser-engraved indicator scale allows
precise, highly repeatable tension adjustment for any given load
if one desires constant friction on the ball.
» Exclusive drum and symmetrical progressive band brake securely
locks panning base to the body with no drifting of the image
circle. Base is laser engraved in 2.5º increments.
» the BH-55 comes packed in its own custom cordura pouch, the
lB-55; when ballhead is not in use, cover it with the pouch to
keep out grit and dust. Remove head from tripod when traveling
and store in pouch (also available separately on p80).
» Quick-release clamps are interchangeable; use included hex key
to remove/replace the hex-socket screw.
» Body is cNc machined from 6061-t6 aluminum for superior
strength. Body is finished with a handsome textured anodize
plating for protection and beauty. lubricated during assembly; all
parts that require lubrication are sealed.
» all components are either anodized aluminum or stainless steel for
years of corrosion-free performance in the toughest conditions.
» Five-year guarantee.
bH55-LVL platformMount this platform with level between ballhead and tripod to aid in leveling. BH55‑LVL will accept any ballhead whose base diameter does not exceed 2.9" (73mm). Great for tripods that dpo not have a built in spirit level.
bH-55 LR SHOWN LIFE SIzE
part # price Load Capacity Height base Diameter ball Diameter Tripod Socket Weight
BH-55 LR (comes with B2 AS II clamp) $455 50lb/23kg 3.6"/93mm 2.9"/73mm 2.2"/55mm 3⁄8"-16 1.9lb/861g
BH-55 Pro (comes with B2-Pro II clamp) $415 50lb/23kg 3.6”/93mm 2.9”/73mm 2.2”/55mm 3⁄8”-16 1.8lb/816g
BH-55 PCL (comes with PCL-1 clamp) $575 50lb/23kg 4.0”/103mm 2.9”/73mm 2.2”/55mm 3⁄8”-16 2.0lb/907g
BH-55 PF (comes with ¼” stud & platform) $370 50lb/23kg 3.4”/88mm 2.9”/73mm 2.2”/55mm 3⁄8”-16 1.7lb/771g
BH-55 (without clamp) $355 50lb/23kg 3.4”/88mm 2.9”/73mm 2.2”/55mm 3⁄8”-16 1.6lb/726g
BH55- LVL $45 Accepts ballheads with base diameters no larger than 2.9” / 73mm 1.4oz/39g
BH-55 with Tripod Packages See page 33 for information and prices.
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BH-40: MId-SIZEd BALLHEAd
the BH-40 is as lightweight and compact as possible without
sacrificing any of the functionality that makes our full-size BH-55
the favorite ballhead of discriminating professional and avid
photographers worldwide. our bestselling BH-40 lR is just a
tad over 1 pound (479g). It is perfect as a traveling/backpacking
head for popular light to mid-sized gear such as 70-200mm/f2.8
and 300mm/f4 lenses, yet even robust enough for occasional
use with full-sized 500mm/f4 lenses. at only 3" high, the
BH-40 lR is the most compact ballhead in its class but delivers
large-size performance and features. It perfectly complements
Really Right Stuff Versa® Series 1 & 2 tripods (or gitzo Series-1
and -2 tripods).
the BH-40 main lock lever is longer on one end, and its shape
makes it easy to crank down and apply enough torque to solidly
lock the ball under any load; t-lever freely clears tripod platforms
with diameters smaller than 2.7-inches (68mm). lever can be
easily re-positioned for better accessibility.
See why Scott Kelby, of Kelby training®, fell in love with his
BH-40 and called it “…the ballhead of the gods.”
bH-40 LR bEST SELLERcomes with B2‑40 LR clamp
bH-40 LR IIcomes with B2 AS II clamp
bH-40 pro IIcomes with B2‑Pro II clamp
bH-40 pCLcomes with PCL‑1 clamp
bH-40 pFcomes with 1.75” diameter platform
bH-40 FEATURES & bENEFITS
» the 40 millimeter diameter ball is hollow & easily handles pro
SlR bodies with medium telephoto lenses and the occasional
500mm/f4.
» Dual drop notches allow camera to be tilted 90º over into vertical
position or forward to shoot downward without repositioning
the ballhead.
» Both the control knob and main locking lever are captive and
uniquely shaped to reduce confusion during the “heat of battle.”
» Main locking lever is spring loaded. Reposition it in 60º
increments to maximize clearance. Simply pull the lever out,
reorient, and release; allow spring-loaded retraction feature to
pull lever back into place.
» Drag set control with laser engraved indicator scale allows
precise, highly repeatable tension adjustment for any given load.
» Exclusive drum and symmetrical progressive band brake securely
locks panning base to the body with no drifting of the image
circle. Base is laser engraved in 2.5º increments.
» the BH-40 lR & lR II heads come packed in their own custom
cordura pouch, the lB-40; the BH-40 Pro II & Pcl heads are
packed in the slightly larger lB-55. When ballhead is not in use,
cover it with the pouch to keep out grit and dust.
» Quick-release clamps are interchangeable; use included hex key
to remove/replace the hex-socket screw.
» Body is cNc machined from 6061-t6 aluminum for superior
strength. Body is finished with a handsome textured anodize
plating for protection and beauty. lubricated during assembly;
all parts that require lubrication are sealed.
» all components are either anodized aluminum or stainless steel for
years of corrosion-free performance in the toughest conditions.
» Five-year guarantee.
www.scottkelby.comBlog entry 24‑Aug‑2007 quoted with permission from Scott Kelby.
bH40-LVL platformMount this platform with level between ballhead and tripod to aid in leveling. For use only with the BH‑40 LR and other ballheads whose base diameter does not exceed 2.0” (50mm).
bH-40 LR SHOWN LIFE SIzE
part # price Load Capacity Height base Diameter ball Diameter Tripod Socket Weight
BH-40 LR (comes with B2-40 LR clamp) $375 18lb/8kg 3.0"/77mm 2.1"/53mm 1.6"/40mm 3⁄8"-16 16.9oz/479g
BH-40 LR II (comes with B2 AS II clamp) $390 18lb/8kg 3.0”/77mm 2.1”/53mm 1.6”/40mm 3⁄8”-16 18.3oz/519g
BH-40 Pro (comes with B2-mAS clamp) $345 18lb/8kg 3.0”/77mm 2.1”/53mm 1.6”/40mm 3⁄8”-16 15.5oz/440g
BH-40 Pro II (comes with B2-Pro II clamp) $356 18lb/8kg 3.0”/77mm 2.1”/53mm 1.6”/40mm 3⁄8”-16 17.4oz/493g
BH-40 PCL (comes with PCL-1 clamp) $515 18lb/8kg 3.6”/91mm 2.1”/53mm 1.6”/40mm 3⁄8”-16 23.2oz/658g
BH-40 PF (comes with ¼” stud & platform) $310 18lb/8kg 3.0”/77mm 2.1”/53mm 1.6”/40mm 3⁄8”-16 13.2oz/375g
BH-40 (without clamp) $295 18lb/8kg 2.4”/63mm 2.1”/53mm 1.6”/40mm 3⁄8”-16 13.0oz/369g
BH40-LVL $45 Accepts ballheads with base diameters no larger than 2.0" / 50mm 1.0oz / 29g
BH-40 with Tripod Packages See page 32 for information and prices.
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The main locking lever is spring-loaded. PULL it out to reposition the lever and allow it to clear wider tripod platforms.
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part # price Load Capacity Height base Diameter ball Diameter Tripod Socket Weight
BH-30 LR (with B2-40 LR clamp) $275 15lb/6.8kg 2.9”/75mm 1.6”/41mm 1.2"/30mm 3⁄8"-16 11.4oz/324g
BH-30 LR II (with B2 AS II clamp) $290 15lb/6.8kg 2.9”/75mm 1.6/41mm 1.2”/30mm 3⁄8”-16 13.0oz/369g
BH-30 Pro (with B2-mAS clamp) $245 15lb/6.8kg 2.9”/74mm 1.6”/41mm 1.2”/30mm 3⁄8”-16 10.0oz/283g
BH-30 PF (with ¼' stud & platform) $210 15lb/6.8kg 2.9”/75mm 1.6”/41mm 1.2"/30mm 3⁄8”-16 8.7oz/248g
BH-30 (no clamp, no pouch) $195 15lb/6.8kg 2.9”/75mm 1.6”/41mm 1.2”/30mm 3⁄8”-16 7.7oz/218g
BH-25 LR (with B2-40 LR clamp) $175 8.8lb/4kg 2.6"/66mm 1.3"/34mm 1.0"/25mm 3⁄8"-16 7.8oz/221g
BH-25 Pro (with B2-mAS clamp) $145 8.8lb/4kg 2.6"/66mm 1.3"/34mm 1.0"/25mm 3⁄8”-16 6.5oz/185g
BH-25 PF (with ¼’ stud & platform) $100 8.8lb/4kg 2.7”/69mm 1.3”/34mm 1.0”/25mm 3⁄8”-16 5.2oz/148g
BH-25 (no clamp) $90 8.8lb/4kg 1.9”/69mm 1.3"/34mm 1.0"/25mm 3⁄8”-16 4.1oz/148g
bH-30 procomes with B2‑mAS mini‑clamp
bH-30 LR with T-Lever & Independent pan Lock - Shown Life Sizecomes with B2‑40 LR clamp
bH-30 pFcomes with 1½”/38mm platform with cork bed
BH-30 & BH-25: COMPACT & uLTrA-LIGHT BALLHEAdSthese are no nonsense heads with robust capacity, but with
minimal weight and elegant simplicity. they excel as ground-
level macro tools, but also as super light heads for backpacking,
travel, and table top use.
» the BH-30 ballhead has a beefy t-lever to lock ball articulation
and an independent pan lock knob to control the panning base.
Ball diameter is 30mm.
» the panning base of the BH-30 ballhead is laser engraved in 2.5º
increments from 0°-360°.
» the BH-25 ballhead has a single t-lever which locks both panning
and ball articulation simultaneously. Ball diameter is 25mm.
» the t-lever on both heads is longer on one end to help you lock
the ball down solid. It is spring-loaded; simply P-U-l-l it out to
reposition the lever to allow it to clear wider tripod platforms.
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When folded down over the center column, the legs of the Gitzo GT1541T Traveler close beautifully over our BH-30 LR ballhead.
bH-25 procomes with B2‑mAS mini‑clamp
bH-25 LR with T-Lever - Shown Life Sizecomes with B2‑40 LR clamp
bH-25 pFcomes with 1½”/38mm platform with cork bed
Travel Ambassador Our BH‑30 LR on Gitzo GT1541T
Traveler tripod excels for travel; Nikon D5000 fitted
with BD5000‑L plate.
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part # price Load Capacity base Description Weight
MH-01 Monopod Head, No Clamp $150 75lb/34kg 1.5"/38mm dovetail, two ¼"-20 accessory holes, one 3⁄8"-16 socket 8.8oz/250g
MH-01 LR with B2 AS II clamp $260 75lb/34kg 1.5"/38mm dovetail, two ¼"-20 accessory holes, one 3⁄8"-16 socket 14.4oz/408g
MH-01 Pro with B2-Pro II clamp $226 75lb/34kg 1.5”/38mm dovetail, two ¼”-20 accessory holes, one 3⁄8”-16 socket 13.4oz/380g
MH-01 40 LR with B2-40 LR clamp $245 75lb/34kg 1.5”/38mm dovetail, two ¼”-20 accessory holes, one 3⁄8”-16 socket 12.7oz/360g
MC-34 Pkg 1 with MH-01 Pro $540 50lb/22.6kg Really Right Stuff MC-34 monopod with MH-01 Pro head; saves $16. 2.3lbs/1.1kg
MC-34 Pkg 1 with MH-01 LR $574 50lb/22.6kg Really Right Stuff MC-34 monopod with MH-01 LR head; saves $16. 2.4lbs/1.1kg
Now buy our MH-01 monopod head with our MC-34 carbon fiber monopod; see package options below. This combination will handle your biggest telephoto lenses with ease, or rotate clamp 45° and mount your camera body when using smaller lenses.
MH-01 pROcomes with B2‑Pro II clamp installed
MH-01: HIGH CAPACITY MONOPOd HEAd
our customers begged us to develop a robust, well machined and
smooth operating monopod head to use with their largest telephoto
lenses. the MH-01 High capacity Monopod Head is the answer.
We conservatively rate this monopod head at 75 pounds;
more than you will ever possibly require. Yet the MH-01 is
only 8.8 ounces and compact enough to fit in a smaller lens
compartment in your camera bag.
It features an RRS-compatible dovetail on the foot to add
versatility. carry it along for use with your gimbal head when
you need to switch to a non-tripod-collared lens without
having to completely remove (and then subsequently replace)
the gimbal head from/to the tripod. the MH-01 allows you to
conveniently tilt the camera left/right while using the gimbal
head for up down tilting.
all current generation Really Right Stuff full-size clamps can be
installed on the MH-01. But use B2-Pro II, B2 aS II, or B2-40
lR clamps for dual orientation either parallel or perpendicular
to the tilt. the “+” groove on the bottom of these clamps nests
securely with bosses on the MH-01. Use included hex key to
loosen mounting screw and change clamp orientation. other
full-size clamps can also be mounted on the MH-01, but can only
be oriented parallel to the tilt.
giant knurled tilt-lock knob is easy to grip, even with gloves on. Dual bottom GroovesOnly clamps with dual bottom grooves can mount on MH‑01 bosses to orient either parallel or perpendicular to the tilt.
MH-01 LRcomes with B2 AS II clamp installed
MH-01 SHOWN LIFE SIzE
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Rotate clamp 90° to use monopod head with your shorter, non-collared lenses (use included hex key to loosen mounting screw).
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PG-02 in use as full gimbal (right). Add our FAS Clamp directly to the PG-02-HB horizontal base and you’re ready to shoot perfectly level panos (left). Mount PG-02 directly to a leveling base for best performance.
pG-02-FGPivoted full gimbal support; effortless tracking for birds and animals with all collared telephoto lenses.
pG-02-LLRPivoted side gimbal support; use for 360° panos or side mount your collared lenses.
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PG-02 PAN0-GIMBAL HEAd pANO HEAD, SIDE-MOUNT GIMbAL, AND FULL GIMbAL
part # price Description Weight
PG-02-LLR (with B2-LLR-II clamp) $698 Includes one each PG-02 HB, PG-02 VA, B2 LLR II clamp. 47.2oz / 1340g
PG-02-LR (with B2-LR-II clamp) $686 Includes one each PG-02 HB, PG-02 VA, B2 LLR II clamp. 44.6oz / 1266g
PG-02-Pro-L (with B2-Pro-L clamp $653 Includes one each PG-02 HB, PG-02 VA, B2-Pro/L clamp. 45.7oz / 1297g
PG-02-FG Full Gimbal Head $800 Includes one each PG-02 HB, PG-02 VA, PG-VR, and PG-CC. 57.9oz / 1641g
PG-02-HB Horizontal Base only $260 Pan base diameter 2.75”, tripod mount 3/8”, lateral scale 0mm (center of pan) to 180mm. 21.5oz / 610g
PG-02-VA Vertical Arm only $330 Height 8.1”, tilt axle engraved 0°-360°, lateral slide locks to dovetail rail. 19oz / 540g
PG-VR Vertical Rail only $75 Dovetail rail mounts to PG-02-VA, height 7”, vertical scale 0mm to 140mm. 7.3oz / 207g
PG-CC Cradle Clamp only $170 Vertical slide locks to dovetail rail, lever-release clamp accepts most* RRS-style plates. 10.4oz / 296g
* Adjustable lever-release clamp accepts all Arca-Swiss style plates except Arca-Swiss P0 plates and plates made by Novoflex.
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In the field, configure your PG-02 Head as on the facing page. This will allow you to hold the camera naturally with your right hand while operating the PG-02 knobs with your left hand.
another innovative product, and available only from Really
Right Stuff. this “Pano-gimbal” head represents years of
design work and multiple prototypes. It has been field tested
in alaska and africa with all kinds of gear and with all kinds of
shooters.
this is a patent-pending modular
head: quickly remove the Vertical
arm from the Horizontal Bar for
superior portability; no tools
required. the Pg-02 delivers
precision smooth panning and rock
solid lockup in both the horizontal and vertical
axes. Use to shoot 360° panoramas with any
lens. or throw on your 600mm lens for effortless
tracking of birds and wildlife.
» choose Pg-02 with clamp for use as pano head or
side mount gimbal head.
» choose Pg-02 Fg when a full gimbal mount is
preferred.
» Pg-cc cradle clamp can also completely replace
the clamp on a Wimberley Head Version II.
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A recent customer found the CRD to be the perfect solution for filming a birds eye view of a subject descending a spiral staircase!
Crd-87: CAMErA rOTATION dEVICE
lens collars make recomposition from horizontal to vertical
(and every angle in between) a snap. Unfortunately, many of
our favorite lenses do not have this useful feature. our cRD-87
solves those problems and keeps lens axis centered at any
angle. adjustable components allow for perfect positioning with
virtually any camera & lens combo equipped with Really Right
Stuff quick-release plates. Particularly useful for table-top, and
closeup photography because roll is centered on the lens axis
and foreground-background parallax problems are eliminated!
Fashion photographers love it because there is nothing faster.
the cRD-87 is super-robust and ideal for the studio Portrait,
Fashion, and Product photographer, yet breaks down quickly
and compactly for field and location use.
CRD-87 FEATURES & bENEFITS
» Inner ring rotates a full 360 degrees. Machined detents every
45° allow snap fit without the need to lock ring in place.
» locks solidly at any rotation angle for precise control.
» allows lens axis to be precisely centered on the rotation point.
» Quickly adjusts to fit most cameras; maximum vertical distance
from camera's tripod socket to center of lens not to exceed
86mm. camera must be equipped with Really Right Stuff quick-
release plate.
» Fully compatible with B87-QR flash bracket accessories;
see p60.
» allows lens "nodal point" to be positioned at pivot axis.
» With nearly one foot range of fore-aft adjustment, can be used
as a focusing slider for close-up work.
» tool-less setup and breakdown for compact storage.
» Precision cNc machined from 6061-t6 aluminum and
beautifully anodized.
CRD-87 package in ActionInner ring rotates 360° within outer ring. Mount camera in FAS Clamp and rotate at any angle; lens axis always stays centered.
Add Flash Mounts for the Ideal Macro SetupOuter ring accepts B87‑QRFM Flash Mount. Add strobes directly to Flash Mount, or use our extendable FA‑EX1 or FA‑QREX2 Flash Extenders for greater flexibility in strobe placement. Image below shows Canon MT‑24EX macro twin lite mounted on dual flash mounts and extenders. Ring‑Flash adapter coming soon!
CRD Rail >
FAS Clamp>
MpR-192
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part # price Description Weight
CRD-87 Package $780 Includes one each CRD-87 Ring, FAS Clamp, CRD-Rail, and MPR-192 Rail; saves $25. 47.3oz / 1340g
CRD-87 Ring $450 Nested ring with clamp mount accommodates lens barrel diameters that do not exceed 101mm. 28.1oz / 769g
B87-QRFM Flash Mount $170 Flash Mount fits outer ring and will snap-fit into machined detents. 4.0oz / 112g
FAS "Fore/Aft" Clamp $140 Clamp slides & locks on Rail; bottom index marker allows precise & repeatable positioning. 6.5oz / 142g
CRD Rail $140 Rail with integral "on end" clamp; 6.2"/157mm long (also used in Ultimate Pano Packages). 5.9oz / 168g
MPR-192 Rail $75 Multi-Purpose Rail; 7.6"/192mm long (see page 76 for more Multi-Purpose Rails & Accessories. 6.3oz / 178g
CRD >
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Joe is 5’9”’ and could comfortably use any of these tripods. Choose a tripod that is no more than 6 to 10” shorter than you are and you won’t have to bend over to look through the viewfinder.
SuPPOrT SuGGESTIONS THE RIGHT HEAD AND LEGS FOR YOU
In our experience most shooters fall into one of these four
categories: ultra-light, compact, mid-sized, or full-sized. We’ve
made some support suggestions based upon the gear you
shoot with. Keep in mind that these suggestions are intended
to be a starting point in your search for an ideal support
system. If you find yourself wavering between one setup or
the other, ask yourself a quick question: Do you lean in the
direction of a heavier, more robust setup? or do you prefer the
idea of a lighter, more portable setup? this can often help you
make your decision. But if you’re still undecided, don’t hesitate
to give us a ring and ask us for our opinion. We’re certain to
have one!
ULTRA-LIGHT
» Is right for you if... You want a very small ballhead for
backpacking/travel, or for mounting a strobe or other accessory.
» Common Gear: Point-n-shoot or small DSlR.
» Support System Options: gitzo Series 0 tripod or tVc-13
tripod (available late 2011) with BH-25 ballhead.
COMpACT
» Is right for you if... You want a compact ballhead for travel and
portability, or you always shoot with lightweight gear.
» Common Gear: Nikon D50/D90 or canon 50D/60D.
» Support System Options: Really Right Stuff tVc-13 tripod
(available late 2011) with BH-30 ballhead.
MID-SIzED
» Is right for you if... You commonly shoot with small and
moderate lenses and you want a capable combo that will be
comfortable at eye height and can handle long exposures
without vibration, moderate gear loads, and the elements.
» Common Gear: Nikon D7000/D700/D3-series or canon
5DMkII/60D/7D/1D-series; medium format. Your biggest
“everyday” lens is a 70-200mm/f2.8 or a 300mm/f4. You may
occasionally use a 300mm/f2.8 - 500mm/f4 lens.
» Support System Options: tVc-23 or tVc-24 tripod with
BH-40 ballhead.
» Packages Offered: tVc-23/BH-40 lR or tVc-24/BH-40 lR;
see p32.
FULL-SIzED
» Is right for you if... You want a very robust ballhead that
can handle studio work, macro setups, and gimbal head
attachments.
» Common Gear: Nikon D3-series or canon 7D/60D/1D-series;
Medium & large format. You regularly use a 300mm/f2.8 lens
and shoot with lots of “heavy artillery” (500mm-600mm).
» Support System Options: Really Right Stuff tVc-33/34
tripods or tP-243 ground ‘pod with BH-55 ballheads or Pg-02
pano gimbal heads.
» Packages Offered: tVc-33/BH-55 or tVc-33/Pg-02; see p33.
SOME GUIDELINES AND COMMENTS
» Make your support choices from top to bottom: the ballhead
you choose depends upon your camera and lenses, and the
tripod legs you choose depend upon which head you pick. All
components should complement each other.
» Load capacity ratings for tripods and tripod heads can be
confusing. There is no standard method to determine load
rating, so comparison among models can be difficult. That’s why
Really Right Stuff provides head & leg recommendations based
upon your current camera and lenses, how you’ll be using the
gear, and how you might be using the gear in the future. We
prefer high performance carbon fiber tripods with our ballheads;
they’re light, compact, and with proper care
deliver a lifetime of use.
» Favor 3 section/leg tripods—there are
only two joints per leg to operate every
time you extend and collapse the tripod
(remember that each joint is a potential
point of weakness if not properly
tightened). Since a 4 section/leg tripod
has one extra joint per leg, they can
be more of a hassle. But do consider
the 4 section/leg models for travel
and portability. Their overall
folded length is shorter than 3
section/leg models, so they fit
into smaller spaces.
» Consider that you really
may need more than one
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shoot with both short
lenses and “heavy
artillery” (500mm-
600mm), because the
compromise implicit
with a single setup
is too severe.
Joe Johnson proudly displays Really Right Stuff Versa tripods mounted with our patented ballheads.
From left to right:TVC‑23 tripod with BH‑40 LR ballhead, TVC‑33 tripod with BH‑55 LR ballhead, TVC‑24 tripod with BH‑40 LR ballhead.
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part # price package Description package Weight
TVC-23 Package 1 $1175 TVC-23 tripod + BH-40 LR ballhead; saves $30. 4.2lbs / 1.9kg
TVC-24 Package 1 $1255 TVC-24 tripod + BH-40 LR ballhead; saves $30. 4.2lbs / 1.9kg
TVC-33 Package 1 $1340 TVC-33 tripod + BH-55 LR ballhead; saves $40. 5.9lbs / 2.7kg
TVC-33 Package 2 $1415 TVC-33 tripod + BH-55 LR ballhead + TQB-80 tripod bag; saves $50. 7.5lbs / 3.4kg
TVC-33 Package 3 $1300 TVC-33 tripod + BH-55 Pro ballhead; saves $40. 5.8lbs / 2.6kg
TVC-33 Package 4 $1375 TVC-33 tripod + BH-55 Pro ballhead + TQB-80 tripod bag; saves $50. 7.4lbs / 3.4kg
TVC-33 PG Package 1 $1770 TVC-33 tripod + TA-3-LB leveling base + PG-02 LLR head; saves $33. 7.6lbs / 3.5kg
TVC-33 PG Package 2 $1861 TVC-33 tripod + TA-3-LB leveling base + PG-02 FG head; saves $44. 8.3lbs / 3.8kg
TVC-33 package 3Comes with TVC‑33 tripod and BH‑55 Pro ballhead.. Package Weight = 5.8 pounds / 2.6kg Package Height = 61.6 inches / 156cm Optional center column and/or
leveling base is available.
TVC-33 package 4Includes Package 3 & TQB‑80 tripod bag
TVC-33 pG package 1Comes with TVC‑33 tripod, TA‑3‑LB leveling base, and PG‑02 LLR Pano‑Gimbal head.
TVC-33 pG package 2Comes with TVC‑33 tripod, TA‑3‑LB leveling base, and
PG‑02 FG Full Gimbal head.
TVC-23 package 1Comes with TVC‑23 tripod and BH‑40 LR ballhead. Package Weight = 4.2 pounds / 1.9kg Package Height = 55.4 inches / 141cm Optional center column and/or
leveling base is available.
TVC-33 package 1Comes with TVC‑33 tripod and BH‑55 LR ballhead. Package Weight = 5.9 pounds / 2.7kg Package Height = 61.6 inches / 156cm Optional center column and/or
leveling base is available.
TVC-33 package 2Includes Package 1 & TQB‑80 tripod bag
SuPPOrT PACKAGES THE RIGHT HEAD AND LEGS FOR YOU
TVC-24 package 1Comes with TVC‑24 tripod and BH‑40 LR ballhead. Package Weight = 4.2 pounds / 1.9kg Package Height = 52.2 inches / 133cm Optional center column and/or
leveling base is available.
We currently offer mid-sized and full-sized packages that
combine our ballheads and tripods. In 2011 we will also release
a compact package that features a new Series 1 tripod with our
BH-30 ballhead.
Remember that these packages are simply a starting place.
You may, for example, prefer to pair our full-sized BH-55
ballhead with our tVc-24 tripod (instead of the larger tVc-33)
for traveling with limited gear allowances. or you may opt for a
screw-knob style clamp on our BH-40 ballhead. We’re happy to
put together the custom package that fits your needs.
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LEVER-RELEASE CLAMP
SCREW-KNOB CLAMP
CENTER HOLE NON-THREADED
CENTER HOLE THREADED
HOLE THREADED 3/8"
HOLE THREADED 1/4”
SINGLE BOTTOM GROOVE
DOUBLE BOTTOM GROOVE
BULLSEYE SPIRIT LEVEL
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CENTEr HOLE NON-THrEAdEd
CENTEr HOLE THrEAdEd
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HOLE THrEAdEd 1/4”
SINGLE BOTTOM GrOOVE
dOuBLE BOTTOM GrOOVE
BuLLSEYE SPIrIT LEVEL
QuICK-rELEASE CLAMPSpRECISION-MACHINED IN THE USA
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all Really Right Stuff clamps are precision-machined in the USa
from solid aircraft-grade aluminum and finished in a beautiful
matte-black anodize. Excess mass is removed to minimize
weight and all corners are radiused for comfort and beauty.
Most clamps are contoured to incorporate a high contrast spirit
level for quick initial leveling in the field, and safety stop relief
grooves allow for generous adjustability. all Really Right Stuff
clamps are guaranteed (materials & workmanship) for 5 years.
Two Clamping Styles:
clamp jaws open and close in one of two ways: by twisting a
knurled knob on our tried & true screw-knob clamps; or by flipping
a single lever on our innovative, patented lever-release clamps.
Two Mounting Styles:
all clamps mount onto heads in one of two ways: they either
spin onto an exposed male threaded stud (threaded either ¼”-20
or 3 ⁄8”-16), or they drop onto a female tapped socket (tapped
either ¼”-20 or metric 6-1.0) and are secured with a screw from
above. choose models with a threaded center hole if spinning
clamp onto a threaded stud. choose models with a non-threaded
(“thru-hole”) center if mounting clamp on any ballhead from
Really Right Stuff, any current model arca-Swiss, and some
Manfrotto models. See clamp Selector table (p39) for help in
choosing the proper clamp.
Various Lengths: our mini (1.5”), 50mm and 60mm length
clamps are suitable for most photography. our longer clamps,
with 80mm (3.2-inch) long clamping jaws, are suitable for large
format or super-telephotos—heavy artillery.
Due to wide variations in other brands of arca-Swiss compatible
plates, we recommend using our lever-release clamps only with
Really Right Stuff or Wimberley brand quick-release plates.
If you own other brand plates, see the note about our plate
exchange policy at bottom of page 39.
Installation Notes If you intend to convert an existing ballhead to accept our
clamp, check to see if the round platform atop the head can
be removed. Some ballheads have a platform that will freely
unscrew from a female socket, tapped 3 ⁄8”-16, in the stem.
Buy our 3 ⁄8”-16 stainless steel stud—order “Stud”, $5.00—to
mate the clamp directly to that stem without the platform.
Many Manfrotto ballheads can be modified in a similar manner,
but the tapped female socket in the stem is metric 6-1.0. Buy
our B2 aS II clamp and fix to the head using a M6-1.0 flathead
metric machine screw. Use loctite type 242 (blue fluid, medium
strength) to keep clamp from twisting; use loctite type 271 (red
fluid, high strength) threadlock liquid for permanent mount. See
page 80 for all hardware and single applications of loctite.
Know Your Clamp!
1. lever 4. Mounting Hole
2. clamp Jaw 5. Spirit level
3. Safety Stop Relief 6. additional Mounting Holes
Mounting Tip: If you have a lever-release clamp, swing the
lever fully open and top load your plate. But if you’re using a
screw-knob clamp, it’s too slow to open the jaws wide enough
for top loading. It’s faster to slide a plate into the clamp from
the end—tilt the front edge of the plate downward, toward the
clamp, and engage the front dovetail so that it rides underneath
the front corner of the clamp’s jaw. Keep that front edge of the
plate in contact with the clamp corner and then level the plate,
and swing the plate’s rear dovetail into the clamp.
the Pond Place, San luis obispo, california USa
Equipment & Exposure:
canon 5D Mark II; EF 24-105/f4 lens at 105mm;
f4.0 @ 1/160 sec; ISo 100.
Equipment pictured in above image:
Really Right Stuff BH-55 lR ballhead which includes
the B2 aS II lever-release clamp, and a BD300 -l
l-plate on a Nikon D300.
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CLAMPSFOR ALL REALLY RIGHT STUFF pLATES
SCrEw-KNOB CLAMPSTRADITIONAL CLAMp FOR ALL
AppLICATIONS
the graceful patented Stainless Steel “S”-shaped cam-locking lever
provides desirable benefits over traditional screw-knob clamps:
Easy Top-Loading: In one quick action, the clamp can go from
closed to fully open, allowing easy top-loading of Really Right
Stuff quick-release plates. No more lost shots while fumbling to
feed the plates into the end of the clamp.
Visual Confirmation of Lock Position: You can readily observe
if the lever is locked, half-open, or fully open.
Low Profile: the lever does not protrude above or below the profiles
of the clamp, and in the closed position, the lever closely hugs the
contours of the clamp. this makes it less of a “weed catcher” in
the field and reduces the chance of being damaged in a fall.
Less Abrasive, No Twisting: the smooth contours of the lever
are less abrasive than standard knurled knobs, and for those
with arthritic hands, the graceful lever cams open and close
with just finger force.
Super Tough, Reliable: the Stainless Steel lever delivers a
lifetime of wear and rides on a self-lubricating, wear-resistant
bronze bearing surface. Delivers 50lbs of holding power under
full compression (the fully closed position) with our plates. this
is more than sufficient for any practical photographic application.
Use Lever-Release Clamps with Really Right Stuff plates:
Not all arca-style quick-release plates are machined to the same
exacting specifications as Really Right Stuff plates. For flawless
operation in our lever-release clamps, we recommend only
Really Right Stuff or Wimberley® quick-release plates.
traditional screw-knob quick-release clamps can sustain as
much weight and stress as any tripod head can bear and then
some! also perfect for monopod use.
Captive Knob: Knob stops at maximum opening: cannot be lost
in the field!
Refined Knurling: Beautifully contoured with radiused edges
and a domed end to improve aesthetics and feel.
Light Weight: Screw-knob clamps are about 15% lighter than
their lever-release counterparts.
Use Screw-Knob Clamps with All “Arca-style” Plates:
Screw-knob clamps are more forgiving of plate width than our
lever-release style clamps. any quick-release plate known as
“arca-Swiss style,” no matter the manufacturer, will work great
in our screw-knob clamps. this includes plates made by Kirk,
Foba, Markins, acratech, Novoflex, and arca-Swiss. Note that
gitzo, Bogen, or Manfrotto plates are not arca-style plates. But
you can retrofit your head to accept the Really Right Stuff quick-
release system by referencing our chart on page 39.
b2 LR II center threaded 3/8”, two ¼”‑20 holes spaced 30mm
b2 AS II
b2-40 LR
b2 LLR II center threaded 3/8”, two ¼”‑20 holes spaced 45mm
FAS “Fore-Aft Sliding” Double Clamp
b2-pro center threaded 3/8”, two ¼”‑20 holes spaced 30mm
b2 pro II
b2-pro/L center threaded 3/8”, two ¼”‑20 holes spaced 45mm
pCL-1 panning Clamp (patented) See more in pano section p64
b2-Duo Double-Clamp Only compatible with RRS and Wimberley plates. See more in long lens support section p78
SCREW-kNOb CLAMpS (WIDTH INCLUDES kNOb IN CLOSED pOSITION)
part # price Jaw Length Width Height Weight
B2-Pro $80 2.4” / 60mm 4.0” / 102mm 0.8” / 25mm 4.1oz / 116g
B2-Pro II $86 2.4” / 60mm 4.4” / 114mm 0.8” / 25mm 4.4oz / 125g
B2-Pro/L $87 3.2” / 80mm 4.0” / 102mm 0.8” / 25mm 5.2oz / 147g
PCL-1 $235 2.8” / 70mm 2.8” / 70mm 1.2” / 29mm 10.2oz / 290g
B2-Duo $88 2.4” / 60mm 4.0” / 102mm 0.8” / 25mm 3.5oz / 96g
LEVER RELEASE CLAMpS (WIDTH INCLUDES LEVER IN CLOSED pOSITION)
part # price Jaw Length Width Height Weight
B2 LR II $120 2.4” / 60mm 3.4” / 87mm 0.6” / 16mm 5.6oz / 159g
B2 AS II $120 2.4” / 60mm 3.4” / 87mm 0.6” / 16mm 5.6oz / 159g
B2-40 LR $105 2.0” / 50mm 3.1” / 79mm 0.6” / 16mm 3.9oz / 111g
B2 LLR II $132 3.2” / 80mm 3.4” / 87mm 0.6” / 16mm 6.7oz / 190g
FAS Double Clamp $140 3.1” / 78mm 3.8” / 96mm 1.1” / 26mm 6.5oz / 184g
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SLIdING CLAMP PACKAGES
Made for minimal clearance, weight, and compact size, our 1½-
inch mini-length screw-knob clamps excel for minimal clearance
applications. the knob of the mini-clamp bears directly against the
clamp jaw and is captive—can’t be lost in the field.
B2-FAB is our mini-clamp with one centralized ¼”-20 threaded
socket. Note that two small tabs extend from the bottom of the
clamp. these tabs drop into a slot to prevent the clamp from
twisting when mounted on a rail, or can nest with any aS clamp
for back-to-back mounting.
B2-mAS is our mini-clamp with one non-threaded countersunk
hole. Mounts with flat head screw from above (accepts
¼”-20—included—or M6 only). the “+” shaped machined
recess on bottom of clamp can mate tongue-and-groove style
with bottom of B2-FaB.
Sliding clamps mounted on rails offer great versatility; they can
be quickly shifted along the rail to change positioning, and then
locked into place.
ALL CLAMPSWHICH CLAMp IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Clamp Selector Table:
trying to add a clamp to your existing head? the list below
covers the most common ballheads currently on the market.
the clamp options for each ballhead are listed on the right. Note
that some heads or platforms may require additional mounting
hardware for installation. See page 80 for a complete list of
compatible hardware & tools.
Should you choose our patented lever-release clamp or go with
a traditional screw-knob clamp? Most of our shooters choose a
lever-release clamp for its ease of use, the solid snap and feel
of the lever when the clamp is fully closed, the ability to top-
load, and because it’s simply faster in the field. all plates from
Really Right Stuff and Wimberley perform equally well in our
lever-release clamps. But there are limited circumstances when a
screw-knob clamp is a better choice.
Choose a screw-knob clamp if:
» If you want more clamping force than 50 lbs of holding
pressure under full compression.
» If you have a variety of mounting plates from different
manufacturers*. In particular, plates from arca-Swiss,
Markins and acra-tech have shallow dovetails and don't
work well with our lever-release clamps.
» If you have an arca-Swiss monorail camera.
» If you're shooting from a monopod. With a small turn of the
knob, the jaws of a screw-knob clamp can be cracked open ever
so slightly to adjust the balance point of the load. When halfway
open, a lever-release clamp allows the load to freely slide.
b2-FAb
b2-mAS
192 precision plus packageMini‑clamps can be oriented parallel or perpendicular to rail.
192 Duo packageB2‑Duo clamp accepts plates that run fore‑aft. Clamp knob simultaneously locks plate & rail; nylon thumbscrews keep plate in place if knob is loose. Only compatible with RRS and Wimberley plates.
192 FAS packageFAS Clamp accommodates plates that run left‑right. Index marker assures repeatable positioning.
Really Right Stuff BH-55 All AS-style clamps; Best: B2 AS II, B2-Pro II, PCL-1 (¼”-20 screw, included)Really Right Stuff BH-40 All AS-style clamps; Best: B2-40LR, B2-Pro II, PCL-1 (¼”-20 screw, included) Really Right Stuff BH-30 All AS-style clamps; Best: B2-40 LR, B2-mAS (plus ¼”-20 screw, included)Really Right Stuff BH-25 All AS-style clamps; Best: B2-40 LR, B2-mAS (plus ¼”-20 screw, included)Arca-Swiss Z1 All AS-style clamps: B2 AS II, B2 Pro II (with M6 screw)Arca-Swiss ballhead (legacy model) B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/L (but requires professional installation)AcraTech Ballheads B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/LFeisol CB-50 B2 AS II, B2 Pro II (with M6 screw)Foba Mini SuperBall, M1, & M2 B2 LR II, B2-Pro (use both metric 5 screws that come with head)Foba SuperBall B2 LLR II (use both metric 5 screws that come with head)Giotto ballheads B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/L (may require Stud, $5)Gitzo 1177M B2-FAB (use ¼”-20 end of Gitzo’s reversible stud)Gitzo 1177M B2 LR II, B2-Pro (use 3⁄8”-16 end of Gitzo’s reversible stud)Gitzo 1276, 1277M & 1278M B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/LGitzo 1377M B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/L (plus Stud, $5)Gitzo 1378M B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/LGraf Studioball B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/LKirk Ballheads B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/L (may require bushing, $5)Linhof Profi I, Profi II B2 LR II, B2-Pro (plus Stud, $5)Manfrotto 468, 468RC2, 468MGRC2 & 468RC4 B2 AS II, B2 Pro II (with M6 screw)Manfrotto 469 B2 AS II, B2 Pro II (with M6 screw)Manfrotto 469RC B2 AS II, B2 Pro IIManfrotto 484RC2 B2 AS II, B2 Pro II (with M6 screw; ball stem can be slightly filed for perfect fit)Manfrotto 486RC2 B2 LR II, B2-ProManfrotto 488 488RC2 B2 LR II, B2-Pro (plus reducer bushing, $5)Manfrotto 488RC0 & 488RC4 B2 AS II, B2 Pro IIMarkins Ballheads B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/Lheads or platforms with 3⁄8”-16 post B2 LR II, B2-Pro, B2 LLR II, B2-Pro/Lheads or platforms with ¼”-20 post B2-FAB or B2 LR II/B2-Pro (plus reducer bushing, $5)heads or platforms with ¼”-20 socket B2 AS II, B2 Pro II, B2-mAS (plus ¼”-20 flat head screw)heads or platforms with metric 6 socket B2 AS II, B2 Pro II, B2-mAS (with M6 flat head screw)Is your gear not listed? Call us 1-888-777-5557 or 1-805-528-6321
part # price Jaw Length Width Height Weight
B2-FAB $60 1.5” / 38mm 2.9” / 72mm 0.8” / 18mm 2.6oz / 74g
B2-mAS $60 1.5” / 38mm 2.9” / 72mm 0.6” / 16mm 2.4oz / 68g
part # price Description Weight
Mini-Clamp Package $110 Includes one each B2-FAB & B2-mAS, ¼”-20 flat-head screw; saves $10. 5.0oz / 142g
192 Precision Plus Package $180 Includes one each MPR-192 rail + Mini-Clamp Pkg; saves $15. 11.6oz / 330g
192 Duo Package $150 Includes one each MPR-192 rail + B2-Duo clamp; saves $13. 10.0oz / 283g
192 FAS Package $200 Includes one each MPR-192 rail + FAS Clamp; saves $15. 12.8oz / 362g* To ensure compatibility with LR clamps, we offer a $22.50 trade‑in discount towards purchase of a RRS quick‑release plate if you use a plate from Kirk, Foba, Markins, AcraTech, Novoflex, or Arca‑Swiss. Plate exchange only for identical model; you must send us your plate at time of exchange to qualify for this discount.
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MOuNTING PLATESFOR CAMERA bODIES, bATTERY GRIpS, COLLARED TELEpHOTO LENSES
our customized plates are all arca-Swiss style quick-release
compatible. they are highly optimized in design and are
precision machined from solid blocks of 6061-t6 aluminum.
our plates are smaller, lighter, and more conforming in shape
than those from other sources. all corners are beautifully
radiused and feature precisely contoured anti-twist flanges for
dedicated mating.
this non-pivoting design serves to align the plate, and
effectively prevents twisting.
Really Right Stuff plates intentionally avoid the use of any cork or
rubber-type padding. there are two very good reasons for this:
» Direct mating of the camera body or lens foot and the
mounting plate—without any intervening sponginess—
improves the mass coupling. this assures best vibration
damping, and enhances rigidity.
» By providing a plate where the flat metal mounting surface
is in direct contact with the tripod socket, there is inherent
protection against the possibility of over-torque on installation.
» We do make very few exceptions and use cork compound
when the disadvantages are out weighed by other factors.
QUICk-RELEASE pLATESEach camera or collared lens that you want to mount on your ballhead will need its own mounting plate. Image below shows a camera body fitted with a conventional body plate mounted in one of our lever‑release clamps.
ICON LEGEND
LEFT/RIGHT ORIENTATION
FORE/AFT ORIENTATION
BIDIRECTIONAL ORIENTATION
1/4” SCREW
3/8” INCH SCREW
1 MOUNTING SCREW
2 MOUNTING SCREWS
HAND STRAP LUG
SAFETY STOP SCREW
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Equipment & Exposure:
canon 5D Mark II; EF 24-105/f4 lens at 75mm; ISo 100.
Multiple exposures processed as a single HDR image
using Photomatix.
Equipment pictured in above image:
Really Right Stuff BH-55 lR ballhead which includes the
B2 aS II lever release clamp, and a BD300 -l l-plate on
a Nikon D300.
Photo by Joe Johnson
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Quickly mount your camera on your tripod in either landscape or
portrait by using an l-plate. Shaped like an “l”, the plate has two
sets of mounting dovetails; mount using either set. No need to
flop your camera over & down into the drop notch to go vertical.
Instead, use an l-plate and save yourself the hassle and time
you’d have to spend recomposing. also, an l-plate keeps your
load centered—directly atop the tripod’s apex—where you can
retain the best vibration damping & mass coupling.
THE L-PLATE AdVANTAGE
b5D2-L plate for Canon EOS-5D Mark IIPrecisely contoured anti‑twist flanges hug the camera like a glove. Strap lug allows use of optional handstrap. Each L‑plate starts as a block of aluminum and finishes as a sleek complement to your camera. (This plate also shown on camera mounted at left)
bD3-L for Nikon D3All custom L‑plates are designed to provide ample clearance for any ports, doors, drawers, and flaps. Anything that needs access is considered in the design.
bM9-b Replacement base and bM9-b-L plate for Leica M8 & M9The Leica has a base that must be removed to access the SD card. Our unique solution for this elegant camera? Design a superior replacement base that is also a quick‑release plate and accepts L‑Plate and/or Grip.
EXAMpLE OF pLATE WITH TWO ¼” CApTIVE SCREWS (TOp VIEW)
Dovetail Orientation: the dovetail groove on the bottom of each plate has an orientation
that is either left/right, fore/aft, or bidirectional (runs in both
directions). In general, camera body plates slide left-to-right so
that the camera can be centered in the clamp. lens collar Foot
Mounts slide fore-and-aft in the clamp so that a good balance
point can be achieved. Bidirectional dovetails are very versatile,
but since the plate must fit the clamp in both directions, the
dovetail is square and there are no safety stop screws.
EXAMpLE OF pLATE THAT RUNS LEFT/RIGHT IN CLAMp (TOp VIEW) This plate fits a camera body; flange fits snug against the camera back.
EXAMpLE OF pLATE THAT RUNS FORE/AFT IN CLAMp (TOp VIEW) This plate fits a lens collar foot; flange seats against the heel of the foot.
EXAMpLE OF bIDIRECTIONAL pLATE (TOp VIEW) This plate has a flange and the dovetail runs the perimeter of the plate.
Saftey Stops: Safety stop screws prevent plates from slipping through the
clamp if the clamp is not fully closed. on conventional camera
body plates, the safety stop screw is on the right side of the
plate and prevents free fall when the tripod head is flopped
into the drop notch for vertical format. lens collar Foot Mounts
include two safety stops, one each fore-and-aft. No need to
worry that you’ll accidentally push the lens through the clamp.
Mounting Screws: Plates come with captive-type mounting screws that feature a
special, high strength head-to-shank cross section. captive screws
can be released with the twist of a hex key, but otherwise remain
fixed in the hole or slot. Screw sizes are either ¼”-20 or 3/8”-16.
Some plates and rails come with more than one screw. Hex key
tools for installation are included with every plate.
EXAMpLE OF SAFETY STOp SCREWS (bOTTOM VIEW) This plate has two safety stop screws.
MOuNTING PLATE FEATurES
part # price A Sampling of Custom L-plates Weight
B1DMkIII-L $183 Fits Canon EOS-1D Mark III Series and EOS-1D Mark IV cameras. 6.2oz / 176g
B7D-L $140 Fits Canon EOS-7D without optional Canon BG-E6 battery grip. 3.8oz / 110g
B60D-L $120 Fits Canon EOS-60D without optional Canon BG-E9 battery grip. 3.3oz / 93 g
BD7000-L $120 Fits Nikon D7000 without optional Nikon MB-D11 battery grip. 3.4oz / 96g
BP7000-L $88 Fits Nikon Coolpix P7000 camera. 1.7oz / 48g
BM9B-L Set $198 Fits Leica M8 and M9 cameras. Completely replaces Leica base; accepts optional L + Grip. 4.2oz / 119g
BGH1-L $125 Fits Panasonic Lumix GH1. 2.2oz / 62g
SEE Our wEBSITE FOr MOrE!
Some of our newest L-plates are listed at right. See our website for detailed images of each L-plate mounted to its camera along with detailed specs.
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BOdY PLATES:FOR CAMERA bODIES AND bATTERY GRIpS
Camera Body/Battery Grip Plate Price/Comment
NIKON
MD-4, MD-12, & MD-15 motors MPR-113 $55/Multi-Purpose Rail allows for centered mounting; mount flange on side.
FM2, FM3A, FE2, FA, F3, F2 & FG cameras BP-CS or MC-L $55/Conventional plate or $105/L-plate.
N8008S & N8008 cameras B23 with gasket $49/Specify that it’s “for N8008S”— special gasket added.
N80 & N70 & N60/N65 cameras B24 with gasket $49/Specify “for N80/70/60/65”— special gasket added (no plate for MB-16).
N90 & N90S without MB-10 grip B23 $49/Conventional plate (for MB-10 grip, choose B34 plate, $55).
F100 without MB-15 grip B50 $55/Conventional plate; L-plate discontinued.
F100 with MB-15 grip B51 $55/Conventional plate (no L-plate offered).
F4 or F4s with battery packs BF4S, B20, B13 $49/Conventional plate. Choose B20 for MB-20/BF4S for MB-21/B13 for MB-23.
F5 BF5 or BF5L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
F6 without MB-40 battery pack BF6 or BF6-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
F6 with MB-40 battery pack BMB40 or BMB40-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D1/D1X/D1H BD1 or BD1L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D2H/D2HS/D2X/D2XS BD2 or BD2-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D3/D3X/D3S BD3 or BD3-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D4 BD4 or BD4-L Camera to be released mid 2011. Check website for plate details.
WT-1A or WT-2A wireless transmitters B52 $55/Conventional plate only; no L-plate offered.
D100 without MB-D100 battery pack D100 or D100-L Plates no longer available; discontinued mid 2008.
D100 with MB-D100 battery pack MBD100 or MBD100-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D200 without MB-D200 battery pack BD200 or BD200-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
D200 with MB-D200 battery pack BMBD200 or BMBD200-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D300 & D300S without MB-D10 battery pack BD300 or BD300-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
D300 & D300S with MB-D10 battery pack BMBD10 or BMBD10-LB $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
D700 without MB-D10 battery pack BD700 or BD700-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
D700 with MB-D10 battery pack BMBD10 or BMBD10-LB $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
WT-3 wireless transmitter BMBD200 $55/Conventional plate; no L-plate offered.
D40, D40X, D50, D60 BP-CS or BD40-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate (but L-plate does not fit D50).
D70 & D70S BP-CS or BD70-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
D80 without MB-D80 battery pack BP-CS or BD90-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
D90 without MB-D80 battery pack BP-CS or BD90-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
D80 & D90 with MB-D80 battery pack BMBD200 $55/Conventional plate only; no L-plate offered
D3000 BD5000-L $125/L-plate
D5000 BD5000-L $125/L-plate; this is the only plate we offer for this camera.
D7000 without MB-D11 BD7000 or BD7000-L $60/Conventional plate or $120/L-plate.
P7000 PP7000-L $88/L-plate; this is the only plate we offer for this camera
Coolpix 5700 and Coolpix 8700 B5700 $55/Bidirectional plate (choose B24 plate for battery pack).
All other Coolpix & Point-n-Shoot models BPnS or BPnS-S $55/Flat bidirectional plate or $28/Slim Plate for narrower PnS cameras.
Kodak DCS Pro 14N & DCS SLR/n (Nikon F-mount) B14N-L $195/L-plate; this is the only plate we offer for this camera.
CANON
A-1, AE-1, AT-1, F1, F1(n), T90, A2, & A2E cameras BP-CS or MC-L $55/Conventional plate or $105/L-plate.
EOS-1D, -1DS, -1D Mk II, -1D Mk II N, & -1DS Mk II B57 or B57L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-1D Mark III, -1DS Mark III B1DMKIII or B1DMKIII-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-1D Mark IV B1DMKIV or B1DMKIV-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-1N, -1V, & -3 cameras without power booster B41 or B41L Plates no longer available; discontinued mid 2008.
EOS-1N, -1V, & -3 cameras with PB-E2 or EOS-1NRS B52 $55/Conventional plate; L-plate discontinued.
EOS-10D camera without BG-ED3 battery grip B10D or B10DL $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-20D without BG-E2 battery grip B20D or B20D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
Camera Body/Battery Grip Plate Price/Comment
CANON, continued
EOS-20D with BG-E2 battery grip BGE2 or BGE2-L30 $55/Conventional plate or $160/L-plate.
EOS-30D without BG-E2 battery grip B30D or B30D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-30D with BG-E2 battery grip BGE2 or BGE2-L30 $55/Conventional plate or $160/L-plate.
EOS-40D without BG-E2 battery grip B40D or B40D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-40D with BG-E2 battery grip BGE2 or BGE2-L40 $55/Conventional plate or $160/L-plate.
EOS-50D without BG-E2N battery grip B40D or B50D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-50D with BG-E2N battery grip BGE2 or BGE2-L50 $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-60D without BG-E9 battery grip B60D or B60D-L $60/Conventional plate or $120/L-plate.
EOS-5D without BG-E4 battery grip B5D or B5D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-5D with BG-E4 battery grip BGE4 or BGE4-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-5D Mark II without BG-E6 grip B5D2 or B5D2-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-5D Mark II with BG-E6 grip BGE4 or BGE6-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-5D Mark II with WFT-E4A BGE2 or BE4A-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
EOS-7D without BG-E7 grip B7D or B7D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-7D with BG-E7 grip BGE4+gasket or BGE7-L $55/Conventional plate with gasket installed or $183/L-plate.
EOS-620, -630 & RT cameras B9 $49/Bidirectional. Mount with flange at front.
EOS BP-E1 or BP50 or BP300 battery pack None No plate offered.
EOS-Elan-II, -IIE, -IIE-QD B38 $55/Conventional plate.
EOS-Elan-7, -7E B24 with gasket $49/Conventional plate— special gasket added.
EOS-D30/D60 cameras without BG-ED3 grip BD60 or BD60-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
EOS-D30/D60/10D cameras with BG-ED3 grip B56 or B56L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate.
Digital Rebel (300D) without BG-E1 grip BDReb $55/Conventional plate; no L-plate offered.
Digital Rebel (300D) with BG-E1 grip BGE2 $55/Conventional plate; no L-plate offered.
Digital Rebel XT (350D) without BG-E3 grip B400D or B400D-L $55/Conventional plate or $125/L-plate.
Digital Rebel XTi (400D) without BG-E3 grip B400D or B400D-L $55/Conventional plate or $125/L-plate.
Digital Rebel XT (350D) & XTi (400D) with BG-E3 grip BGE3 or BGE3-L $55/Conventional plate or $160/L-plate.
Digital Rebel Xsi (450D) & T1i (500D) & T2i (550D) B6 or B450D-L $49/Conventional plate or $125/L-plate.
Powershot G3 and G5 G3 or MC-L $55/Bidirectional plate or $105/L-plate (but L-plate blocks battery door).
Powershot G7 and G9 BG9-L + G9-CVR $88/L-plate; cover sold separately.
Powershot G10 BG10-L $88/L-plate; this is the only plate we offer for this camera.
Powershot G11/G12 BG11-L $88/L-plate; this is the only plate we offer for this camera.
All other Point-n-Shoot models BPnS or BPnS-S $55/Flat bidirectional plate or $28/Slim Plate for narrower PnS.
XL2 Digital Video Camcorder BXL2 $65/Conventional fore/aft plate; mounts with four M4x8 cap head screws.
Kodak DCS SLR/c with Canon EOS type mount None No plate offered.
4” x 5”, LARGE FORMAT
Ebony 45SU, 23S, 45STi, RSW45 B22 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has one 3 ⁄8”-16 screw & anti-twist flange.
Ebony 45/45S B29 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has one 3 ⁄8”-16 screw & anti-twist flange.
Ebony RW45 MPR-73 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has two ¼”-20 screws; add bushing for 3 ⁄8”.
Ebony SV45U B29 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has one 3 ⁄8”-16 screw & anti-twist flange.
Ebony SV45U2 MPR-1 $65/6-inch rail with 2 ¼”-20 screws; requires two 3 ⁄8”-16 to ¼”-20 bushings.
Horseman-FA/Linhof Technika B25 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate. Has anti-twist flange.
Linhof Technikardan (4x5) MPR-1 $65/6-inch rail with 2 ¼”-20 screws; requires two 3 ⁄8”-16 to ¼”-20 bushings.
Toyo 45A-II & 45CF B35 $55/Flat plate; 3.5” X 2”, one ¼” socket & one ¼” slot; add bushing for 45CF.
Most Monorail cameras & Toyo 45D B29 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate. Has 3 ⁄8”-16 screw & anti-twist flange.
Wood Field Cameras & Takahara B35 $55/Flat plate; 3.5” X 2”, one ¼” socket & one ¼” slot.
Alpa 12SW B22 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate with 3 ⁄8” screw; B25 plate + bushing also ok.
Shen-Hao 4x5 Large Format Field Camera B35 $55/Flat plate; 3.5” X 2”, one ¼” socket & one ¼” slot.
BRONICA
SQA, SQA1, ETRS, & GS-1 cameras B82 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has one ¼”-20 screw.
RF-645 camera BP-CS $55/Conventional plate.
CAMCORDERS
Canon XL2 DV camcorder BXL2 $65/Conventional fore/aft plate. Mounts with four M4x8 cap head screws.
Most other video and digital camcorders B26 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has industry-standard anti-twist locator pin.
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CONTAX
645AF camera without grip B43 $55/Conventional plate; mounts with two anti-twist pins (no L-plate offered).
645AF camera with MP-1 battery holder/vertical grip BC645BG-L Plates no longer available. Discontinued mid 2009.
G1, G2, 167MT, T & TVS cameras B9 $49/Bidirectional plate; position flange at front (except G1 to rear).
Aria camera B76 $49/Conventional fore/aft plate.
RX, S2 & 139 cameras BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for bidirectional).
RTS-III, AX, & N1 cameras None No plate offered.
FUJI645, 6x7, & 6x9 camera BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for bidirectional).
GS645S camera B9 $49/Bidirectional plate.
GW670, GW690 & GSW690- Series II cameras BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for bidirectional).
GW670, GW690 & GSW690- Series III cameras B24 $49/Conventional plate.
S2 digital camera S2 $55/Conventional plate (no L-plate offered).
S3 digital camera B24 with gasket $49/Conventional plate (no L-plate offered).
S5 without Nikon MB-D200 battery grip BD200 or BD200-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
S5 with Nikon MB-D200 grip or WT-3 transmitter BMBD200 or BMBD200-L $55/Conventional plate or $183/L-plate; L-plate fits only MB-D200, not WT-3.
S7000 digital camera BP-CS $55/Conventional plate.
GX617 camera B22 or B82 $55/each. Use B22 if 3 ⁄8”-16 socket; use B82 if ¼”-20 socket.
GA645 (AF) camera B24 $49/Conventional plate; state for Fuji GW/GSW — no gasket added.
GX680—but not “Series III” B29 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate. Has 3 ⁄8”-16 screw & anti-twist flange.
GX680—“Series III” B29 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; reverse-mount; covers battery hatch.
HASSELBLAD
645, 6x7, & 6x9 camera BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for bidirectional).
Medium format with 3/8”-16 socket (except 903SWC) B22 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has one 3 ⁄8”-16 screw.
Medium format with ¼”-20 socket B82 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; has one ¼”-20 screw.
903SWC camera B9 $49/Bidirectional; mount with flange at side.
X-Pan & X-Pan II cameras (aka Fuji TX-1) B49L Plate no longer available; discontinued mid 2008.
H1, H2, H3, H3D II, H4, H4D-series cameras BH1-L $183/L-plate only.
LEICA
S2 BS2-L $140
R4-R5-R6-R7 cameras; also SL BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for bidirectional).
R8-R9 cameras B25 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate; not optimum (camera best used with winder/drive).
R8 motor winder B44 $68/Conventional plate.
R8 motor drive B54 $68/Conventional plate.
R (not R8) motor winder & drive None Discontinued plates.
M-series cameras including M6/M7 (not M8) B30 $68/Conventional plate. Centers mount; elegant.
M8 digital camera BM9, BM9-L, Grip $145/replacement base or $198/L-plate or $250/set includes base+L+grip.
M9 BM9-B, BM9-L-B, Grip $145/replacement base or $198/L-plate or $250/set includes base+L+grip.
M6 motor winder (’01 style) None No plate offered.
“M Grip” and “R Grip” B9 $49/Bidirectional plate.
Leica Digilux 2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1 B9 or MC-L $49/Bidirectional plate or $105/L-plate (L-plate blocks battery door & cable release).
Digital-Modul-R Digital Back for Leica R8 & R9 B54 $68/Conventional plate.
MAMIYA
645, C330S, RB67, RB67 ProSD, and RZ67 B43 $55/Conventional plate has two locator/anti-twist pins.
Mamiya 645AF, 645 AFD, 645E B43AF $55/Conventional fore/aft plate has two locator/anti-twist pins.
645 AF/AFD II BM645-L $160/L-plate has two locator/anti-twist pins.
Phase One & Phase One DF B43AF or BM645-L Call.
Mamiya 6 B6 $49/Bidirectional plate (B18 discontinued).
Mamiya 7 and 7-II B53 or MC-L $55/Conventional plate or $105/L-plate (but prohibits use of cable release).
MINOLTA
For non-AF Minolta 35mm bodies BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for bidirectional).
Maxxum 9 & 9xi, & BP-9xi B24 with gasket $49/Conventional plate—special gasket added.
A1 & A2 cameras without battery grip L97L $55/Conventional plate; mount with flange at side.
Maxxum 7D without battery grip BM7D or BM7D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate (no custom plate for VC-7D grip).
Camera Body/Battery Grip Plate Price/Comment
OLYMPUS
OM-1/4 series cameras BP-CS or MC-L $55/Conventional plate or $105/L-plate.
E1 Digital SLR BOE-1 Plate no longer available. Discontinued fall 2007.
OM Winder II B9 $49/Bidirectional plate.
E-10/20/100 cameras None No plate offered.
Evolt E500 B6 $49/bidirectional plate.
Evolt E620 MC-L Blocks door on bottom.
E-3 without HLD-4 Power Battery Holder B6 or BOE3-L $49/bidirectional plate or $140/L-plate.
PEN E-P1 BOEP1-L $105/L-plate with bidirectional dovetails.
PEN E-PL1 B9 Clears door flange forward
PANASONIC
Lumix GH1 BGH1-L $125/L-plate with dual bidirectional dovetails.
Lumix GF1 BGF1-L $105/L-plate with dual bidirectional dovetails.
PENTAX
35mm MX/LX; also ZX-5 & ZX-7 BP-CS $55/Conventional plate (use B9 for ME-II & LX winders).
35mm PZ-1p series cameras B42 $68/Conventional plate—highly optimized.
645, 645N and 645N-II cameras B67 $55/Conventional fore/aft plate with single locator/anti-twist pin— buy 2.
67 & 67-II cameras B68 $68/Conventional fore/aft plate.
*ist D digital & *ist 35mm SLR cameras B24 with gasket $49/Conventional plate.
K10D without D-BG2 battery grip BK10D or BK10D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
K10D with D-BG2 battery grip BD-BG2 $55/Conventional plate (no L-plate offered).
K20D without D-BG2 battery grip BK10D or BK20D-L $55/Conventional plate or $140/L-plate.
K20D with D-BG2 battery grip BD-BG2 $55/Conventional plate (no L-plate offered).
K7 without D-BG4 battery grip BP-CS or BK7-L $55/Conventional plate (BK7-L no longer available; discontinued late 2010).
POINT AND SHOOT CAMERAS
Small Point-n-Shoot models (less than 1lb/454g) BPnS $55/Flat bidirectional plate with cork bed & multi-slot design.
Point-n-Shoot models no thicker than 7/8” (23mm) BPnS-S $28/Plate with gasket, anti-twist flange & multi-slot design for narrow PnS’s.
SIGMA
SD9 & SD10 Digital SLR cameras without SD Grip BP-CS $55/Conventional plate; position flange to front.
SD9 & SD10 Digital SLR cameras with SD Grip B9 $49/Conventional plate; position flange to rear.
SD14 MC-L $105
DP1 BPnS $55/Flat bidirectional plate with cork bed & multi-slot design
SONY
Alpha DSLR-A100 camera without Vertical Grip BA100-L $140/L-plate only.
Alpha DSLR-A700 camera without Vertical Grip BA700-L $140/L-plate only. (No L-plate offered for vertical grip)
Alpha DSLR-A850 BA900-L $140/L-plate only.
Alpha DSLR-A900 camera without Vertical Grip BA900-L $140/L-plate only.
Alpha DSLR-A350 B82 $55/Conventional plate.
Alpha DSLR-A100 B82 $55/Conventional plate (flange to the front).
Nex-3 & Nex-5 BPnS $55/Flat bidirectional plate with cork bed & multi-slot design
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Some collared telephoto lenses have a foot that can be
removed. If your lens has this option, choose one of our foot
replacements instead of a lens plate. a replacement foot with
built-in dovetail mounting will be lighter, lower in profile, and
provide the best possible stability for your lens.
LCF-10
LCF-13
LCF-15
LCF-16
LCF-41
LCF-14
LCF-50
LCF-40 shown mounted on Canon 200mm/f1.8L lens
LCF-51
LENS COLLAr FOOT rEPLACEMENTS
part # price Lens Length Height Weight
LCF-10 $100 Foot for Nikkor VR & VR II 70-200mm/f2.8 3.2” / 80mm 1.2” / 31mm 2.7oz / 77g
LCF-13 $80 Foot for Nikkor AF-S & VR 400mm/f2.8, AF-S & VR 600mm/f4 5.6” / 143mm 0.5” / 13mm 6.1oz / 174g
LCF-14 $95 Foot for Nikkor VR & VR II 200-400mm/f4 , VR & VR II 300mm/f2.8 5.0” / 1277mm 1.5” / 38mm 4.2oz / 120g
LCF-15 $65 Foot for Nikkor VR & VR II 200mm/f2 4.5” / 114mm 0.3” / 8mm 2.1oz / 60g
LCF-16 $95 Foot for Nikkor AF-S & VR 500mm/f4 D-ED-IF 5.0” / 127mm 1.7” / 45mm 4.7oz / 134g
LCF-40 $65 Foot for Canon 200mm/f1.8L 4.6” / 118mm 0.4” / 9mm 2.4oz / 68g
LCF-41 $85 Foot for Canon 200mm/f2L & IS 4.8” / 122mm 1.3” / 33mm 2.8oz / 80g
LCF-50 $100 Foot for Canon 500mm/f4 IS 6.0” / 152mm 1.3” / 33mm 5.8oz / 166g
LCF-51 $105 Foot for Canon 400mm/f2.8L-IS/IS-II, 600mm/f4L-IS, 800mm/f5.6L-IS 5.8” / 147mm 2.0” / 53mm 7.0oz / 195g
part # price Lens Weight
LC-A10 $100 Collar for Nikkor AF-S 300mm/f4 (cannot be used alone — requires LCF-10 foot). 4.6oz / 130g
LC-A10 Pkg $195 Package includes one LC-A10 collar and one LCF-10 foot; saves $5. 7.3oz / 207g
LC-A11 $100 Collar for Nikkor VR 80-400mm/f4.5-5.6 (cannot be used alone — requires LCF-10 foot). 4.7oz / 133g
LC-A11 Pkg $195 Package includes one LC-A11 collar and one LCF-10 foot; saves $5. 7.4oz / 210g
Really Right Stuff also makes replacement collars for two
inferior collars on the following Nikkor lenses:
» lc-a10 replacement collar for the aF-S 300mm/f4
» lc-a11 replacement collar for the aF 80-400mm/f4.5-5.6
D-ED
these replacement collars absolutely eliminate the bumping and
chatter experienced when loosening the collar to rotate the lens
in the roll axis. Better support stability translates to improved
optical results. Each collar uses the same foot, lcF-10; this foot
is required and comes with the lens collar packages. the lcF-10
also fits the Nikkor aF-S VR/VR-II 70-200mm/f2.8 lens.
LENS COLLAr rEPLACEMENTS
LC-A10 Collar:For Nikkor AF‑S 300mm/f4 lens [needs LCF‑10 foot]
LC-A11 Collar:For Nikkor VR 80‑400mm lens [needs LCF‑10 foot]
Lens Collar packages:Each package includes one lens collar and one mounting foot. Package shown at right is our LC‑A10 Package.
LC-A10 package in Action:Our LC‑A10 replacement collar shown mounted on the Nikkor AF‑S 300mm/f4 lens.
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LENS COLLAr FOOT MOuNTS:pLATES, FOOT REpLACEMENTS, REpLACEMENT COLLARS
LENS Plate Price/Comment Flash Bracket Compatibility
NIKKOR “AF” AUTO FOCUS
AF 70–180mm/f4.5-5.6 D-ED “Micro” B96 $55/Lens Plate. B85-B
AF-S VR & VR II 70-200/f2.8 G IF-ED L10 or LCF-10 $55/Lens Plate or $100/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B85-B
AF 75–300mm/f4.5-5.6 (older, has collar) B82S $55/Add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B85-B
AF 80–200mm/f2.8 D-ED (with collar) B69 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF-S 80–200mm/f2.8 D-ED-IF (“S” type) L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF-VR 80–400mm/f4.5-5.6 D-ED L97L or LC-A11 $55/Lens Plate or $195/Replacement Collar and Foot Package. B87-QR
AF 200mm/f4 D-ED-IF “Micro” MPR-73 $55/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B85-B
AF-S VR & VR II 200mm/f2G ED-IF LCF-15 $65/Lens Collar Replacement Foot. B87-QR
AF-S VR & VR II 200-400mm/f4G ED-IF MPR-113 or LCF-14 $55/Lens Plate or $95/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B87-QR
AF 300mm/f4 ED-IF (not AF-S) B83 $55/But buy MPR-73 ($55) instead if adding flash bracket. B85-B
AF-S 300mm/f4 D-ED-IF (“S” type) L97L or LC-A10 $55/Lens Plate or $195/Replacement Collar and Foot Package. B87-QR
AF-I 300mm/f2.8 D-ED-IF (also AF 300/f2.8) B97 $55/But buy L97L ($55) instead if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
AF-S 300mm/f2.8 D-ED-IF (& “II”) L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF-S VR & VR II 300mm/f2.8G ED-IF MPR-113 or LCF-14 $55/Rail or $95/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B87-QR
AF-I 400mm/f2.8 D-ED-IF (not AF-S) MPR-192 $75/Rail with two ¼” screws; add additional B101 for third socket. B91-QR
AF-S 400mm/f2.8D-ED-IF (& “series II”) LCF-13 $80/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
AF-S VR & VR II 400mm/f2.8G ED LCF-13 $80/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
AF-I 500mm/f4 D-ED-IF (not AF-S) MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange.
AF-S 500mm/f4 D-ED-IF (& “series II”) LCF-16 $95/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
AF-S 500mm/f4 D-ED-IF (& “series II”) LCF-16 $95/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
AF-S VR & VR II 500mm/f4G ED LCF-16 $95/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
AF-I & AF-S 600mm/f4D-ED-IF (not “series II”) MPR-192 $75/Rail with two ¼” screws; add additional B101 for third socket. B91-QR
AF-S 600mm/f4D-ED-IF “series II” (only) LCF-13 $80/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
AF-S VR & VR II 600mm/f4G ED LCF-13 $80/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
NIKKOR MANUAL FOCUS
200mm/f4 IF-AIS (also “AI”) “Micro” B82 $55/But buy MPR-73 ($55) instead if adding flash bracket. B85-B
200mm/f2 ED-IF-AIS (also “AI”) B76 $49/But buy MPR-73 ($55) instead if addingflash bracket. B85-B
300mm/f4.5 ED-IF-AIS B82 $55/But buy MPR-73 ($55) instead if adding flash bracket. B85-B
300mm/f2.8 ED-IF-AIS (also “AI”) B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
400mm/f5.6 ED-IF-AIS B97 $55/But buy MPR-73 ($55) instead if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
400mm/f2.8 ED-IF-AIS MPR-192 $75/Rail with two ¼” screws; add additional B101 for third socket.
500mm/f8 mirror lens (newer; current) B82S $55/Add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. (Use B82 for older lens) B87-QR
500mm/f4 “P” ED-IF-AIS B88 Discontinued mid 2006; no suitable alternative available.
600mm/f5.6 ED-IF-AIS B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B91-QR
600mm/f4 ED-IF-AIS(older) B77 $60/Lens Plate with two ¼” screws. Discontinued.
600mm/f4 ED-IF-AIS(newer) MPR-192 $75/Rail with two ¼” screws; add additional B101 for third socket.
800mm/f8 ED-IF-AIS L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
800mm/f5.6 ED-IF-AIS MPR-192 $75/Rail with two ¼” screws; add additional B101 for third socket.
1000mm/f11 mirror lens B82 $55/Lens Plate.
50–300mm/f4.5 ED-AIS L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
180–600mm/f8 ED-AIS L97L $55/Lens Plate. B91-QR
200–400mm/f4 ED-AIS B73 $65/Lens Plate with 3 ¼” screws; add FB-A if adding flash bracket. B91-QR
LENS Plate Price/Comment Flash Bracket Compatibility
CANON
MP-E 65mm/f2.8 Macro (1X–5X scale) L97L $55/Lens Plate. Not compatible with Canon 1D-Series cameras.
EF 100mm/f2.8 Macro (with tripod collar) L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 100mm/f2.8 Macro (with Ring D) L100 $55/Lens Plate.
EF 180mm/f3.5L Macro L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 200mm/f1.8L L97L or LCF-40 $55/Lens Plate or $65/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B87-QR
EF 200mm/f2L-IS USM LCF-41 $85/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B87-QR
EF 200mm/f2.8L B82 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 300mm/f4L (not “IS”) B82 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 300mm/f4L-IS & IS-II L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 300mm/f2.8L (not “IS”) L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 300mm/f2.8L-IS B61 $65/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 400mm/f5.6L B82 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 400mm/f4-DO-IS B61 $65/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 400mm/f2.8L (not “IS”) MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; add one B101; bushing may be needed. B91-QR
EF 400mm/f2.8L-IS & IS-II MPR-1 or LCF-51 $65/Rail (may need bushing) or $105/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
EF 500mm/f4.5L (not “IS”) MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B91-QR
EF 500mm/f4.0L-IS MPR-113 or LCF-50 $55/Rail (may need bushing) or $95/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
EF 600mm/f4L (not “IS”) MPR-1 or MPR-192 $65/Rail or $75/Rail; add one B101; bushing may also be required. B91-QR
EF 600mm/f4L-IS MPR-1 or LCF-51 $65/Rail (may need bushing) or $105/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
EF 800mm/f5.6L-IS LCF-51 $105/Lens Collar Foot Replacement. B91-QR
EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L-IS L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 70–200mm/f4L (with optional collar)—also “IS” B82 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 70–200mm/f2.8L—also new “IS” & “IS-II” lens L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 35–350mm/f3.5–5.6L L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
EF 100–400mm/f4.5-5.6L-IS L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
HASSELBLAD
350mm/f5.6 Superachromat L97L $55/Lens Plate; add one B101.
FE/TCC 350mm/f4 L84 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
CF 500mm/f8 B29 $55/Plate with one 3 ⁄8-16” screw.
LEICA
R 180mm/f2APO; also 280mm/f4APO L97L $55/Lens Plate. B91-QR
R 280mm/f2.8APO L97L $55/Lens Plate.
R 400mm/f6.8; also R560mm/f6.8 B97 $55/Lens Plate.
R 70–180mm/f2.8APO B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
R-STA-1 Adapter; Holder-R Bracket B82S $55/Lens Plate.
Bellows R B29 $55/Plate with one 3 ⁄8-16” screw.
Modular lens system 280/400/560/800mm B45 $65/Lens Plate; add one B101 & bushing; add FB-A for flash bracket. B91-QR
MAMIYA
Mamiya-Sekor C 500mm/f5.6 L97L $55/Lens Plate.
645 format: AF 300mm/f4.5 APO B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
OLYMPUS
AF 20-200mm & 50-500mm/f2.8-3.5 L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF 300mm/f2.8 L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
PENTAX
SMCP-A Macro 200mm/f4ED L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
300mm/f4.5 ED-IF (with ≈ 3.5” long foot) B65 $55/Lens Plate; includes two ¼” screws.
AF-FA 300mm/f2.8 and 400mm/f5.6 ED-IF L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF-FA 80–200mm/f2.8 ED-IF B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
AF-FA 600mm/f4 ED-IF MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; add one B101.
645: AF-FA 300mm/f4 and 400mm/f5.6 B97 $55/Lens Plate.
645 format: 600mm/f5.6 ED-IF B64 $65/Lens Plate; includes two ¼” screws.
67 format: 300mm/f4 ED-IF (new model) L84 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B91-QR
67 format: 400mm/f4 ED-IF B64 $65/Lens Plate; includes two ¼” screws.
67 format: Takumar 400mm/f5.6 B76 $49/Plate.
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LENS Plate Price/Comment Flash Bracket Compatibility
SIGMA
150mm/f2.8 & 180mm/f3.5 Macro lenses L97L $55/Lens Plate. B85-B
300mm/f2.8 EX APO HSM L97L $55/Lens Plate; hood cannot reverse for storage with plate on. B87-QR
300mm/f4 APO Tele Macro HSM L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
400mm/f5.6 APO Tele Macro HSM L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
500mm/f4.5 EX APO HSM MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B91-QR
800mm/f5.6 EX APO HSM MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B91-QR
70-200mm/f2.8 EX APO IF HSM L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
100-300mm/f4 EX IF APO HSM L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
120-300mm/f2.8 EX APO HSM MPR-113 $55/Rail with two ¼” screws; use one screw & install flange at front. B87-QR
120-400mm/f4.5-5.6 DG OS HSM APO AF MPR-113 $55/Rail with two ¼” screws; use one screw & install flange at front. B87-QR
170-500mm/f5-6.3 APO DG B82 $55/Lens Plate. B91-QR
50-500mm/f4-6.3 EX APO RF HSM MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B91-QR
150-500mm/f5-6.3 DG OS HSM APO AF MPR-113 $55/Rail with two ¼” screws; use one screw & install flange at front. B87-QR
300-800mm/f5.6 EX IF APO HSM MPR-1 $65/Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B91-QR
135-400mm/f4.5-5.6 ASP APO L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
80-400mm/f4.5-5.6 EX OS APO MPR-113 $55/ Rail with two ¼” screws; do not install optional flange. B87-QR
SONY
AF70-200mm/f2.8 G SSM L97L $55/Lens Plate.
AF70-400mm/f4-5.6 G SSM MPR-73 Bushing
SPOTTING SCOPES
Small footprint less than 1½-inches (front to rear) B6 $49/Plate with anti-twist flange; measures 1½-inches long x 1-inch wide.
any foot materially larger than above B76 $49/Plate with anti-twist flange; measures 1.9-inches long x 1¾-inches wide.
TAMRON
SP-AF 180mm/f3.5 Macro L97L $55/Lens Plate.
SP-AF 300mm/f2.8 L84 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
SP manual focus 300mm/f2.8 B82 $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
SP-AF 70–210mm/f2.8LD B76 $49/Plate; not flash bracket compatible.
SP 80–200mm/f2.8LD B76 $49/Plate; not flash bracket compatible.
SP 200–500mm/f5.6 L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF 200–400mm/f5.6LD-IF B82 $55/Lens Plate; add one B101; not flash bracket compatible.
TOKINA
AF 300mm/f4APO B82 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B85-B
AF 300mm/f2.8APO B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
AF 80–200mm/f2.8APO B82 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B85-B
AF 80–400mm/f4.5-5.6 L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF 100–300mm/f4APO B97 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B87-QR
ATX 150–500mm/f5.6 L97L $55/Lens Plate. B87-QR
AF 400mm/f5.6APO B82 $55/Lens Plate; add FB-A ($12) if adding flash bracket. B85-B
ANY MOUNTING FOOT NOT LISTED
Any foot that does not exceed 1¾-inches/45mm MPR-73 $55/73mm rail; comes with two ¼”-20 screws and optional flange; see p76.
Any foot that does not exceed 2¾-inches/70mm L97L $55/83mm lens plate; comes with one ¼”-20 screw with integral flange.
Any foot that does not exceed 31/8-inches/85mm MPR-113 $55/113mm rail; comes with two ¼”-20 screws and optional flange; see p76.
Any foot that does not exceed 4¾-inches/122mm MPR-1 $65/152mm rail; comes with two ¼”-20 screws and optional flange; see p76.
Any foot that does not exceed 6¾-inches/122mm MPR-192 $75/192mm rail; comes with two ¼”-20 screws and optional flange; see p76.
about the shot: the Nikon 200 -400mm/f4 VR lens was perfect for wildlife portraits from the safari vehicle. Joan took this shot of the same leopard as on the cover as it was getting ready to climb out onto the limb.
Equipment: Nikon D3S camera; 200 -400mm/f4 VR II lens with lcF-14 replacement foot; mounted on Pg-02 llR Pano-gimbal head, ta-2-lB leveling base on Mc-34 monopod; secured to safari vehicle with prototype Safari Rig components.
©2010 Joan Johnson
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FLASH BRACKET8.5 by 8.5
FLASH BrACKETS FOr OFF-CAMErA FLASH
the use of a strobe to supplement ambient light can solve many
common problems for photographers afield. While the need for
flash may be obvious in closeup and macro applications, the
benefits of flash are less apparent when the main exposure is
based on existing daylight, as the image at left illustrates. In
these situations, a strobe can be skillfully applied to…
… provide critical foreground “fill.”
… add a “catchlight” in the eye of wildlife.
“Fill” lighting is often necessary to reduce excessive contrast,
and flash is the only practical solution to this problem. the
need for adding fill light is obvious in portrait photography
(people and animals). less obvious is the need for flash fill to
better balance a shaded foreground with a brighter background.
Judicious use of gentle strobe fill can dramatically improve the
image, compensate for narrow contrast ranges and extend the
photographic possibilities.
a well-positioned strobe can also add that pleasing catchlight
in the subject’s eyes, especially when lighting conditions are
overcast, foggy, or backlit. Without an “eye spark”, the subject
looks dead. any strobe can be used to produce this critical
catchlight if the strobe is always positioned atop the lens.
Use our flash brackets to deliver all these key benefits. Now
the strobe can always remain atop the lens for pleasing shadow
lines whether the camera is swiveled to horizontal or vertical.
WPF-QR for Event & Location Shooting
this rugged unit is the most portable flash bracket available
anywhere. Designed for use with shorter, non-collared lenses,
this bracket mounts to the side dovetail of our l-plates (l-plate
required; purchase separately). Bracket snaps into place and stays
locked until the spring-loaded release button is pressed. Even
with the heaviest flash, this bracket will never twist or come loose.
Folds completely flat for compact storage in your camera bag.
B-Series For Telephoto Flash
Designed for use primarily with collared telephoto lenses,
B-Series flash brackets are available in three sizes. they are
compatible with rails and plates from Really Right Stuff,
Wimberley, and most Kirk plates. Brackets can also be used
with our Pg-02 Pano-gimbal Head (as full gimbal or side-mount),
full-size Wimberley head, and side-mount action heads such as
Wimberley Side-Kick, Kirk King cobra, and Mongoose heads.
Mount Without Tools
all flash brackets feature a built-in quick-release clamp for tool-
less mounting. Simply open the clamp and slide onto dovetail
(rails for B-Series brackets must have double dovetail). Brackets
precisely accept a Nikon or canon “off-camera” strobe cord
(other cords may fit, but may not seat flush). Buy our custom
adapters to fit Quantum Qflash, Nikon SB-R200 Speedlight Head,
and Nikon Sc-29 strobe cord. our brackets are elegant, “no
compromise” designs machined from solid 6061-t6 aluminum for
lowest profile and minimum weight. Produced with pride here on
the central coast of california.
NEW Completely Redesigned Orbiting Tilt Flash Mount
this new Flash Mount incorporates our
patent-pending quick-release system
for strobes and strobe cords. No more
annoying thumbwheel to lock your
strobe cord in place. Instead, install a thin
adapter to the bottom of your strobe cord
or accessory and snap it in place. to
release, press the QR latch at
back of Flash Mount. this
new QR system is fast, easy,
and rock solid.
Flash Mounts now tilt forward up to 90º for better beam
coverage in closeup work; backward tilt up to 90° for better
bounce flash control. tilt lock Knob has also been improved for
positive tilt lock at any angle.
as always, orbiting Flash Mount can be positioned anywhere
along the hoop. Silky-smooth operation and positive detents
allows Flash Mount to snap into position “on the go.” Hoops
are also reversible: mount with the hoop on the left, or with the
hoop on the right. Depress the stop button, pop off the flash
head, turn it around, and re-install.
NEW pATENT-pENDING QR SYSTEM FOR STRObES
Strobe cords now snap fit into Flash Mount for fast mounting. Install FA‑QR1 adapter (included with flash bracket) to bottom of strobe cord and press into place.
Photographer Michael DeYoung shooting Danielle Dory rock
climbing at tres Piedras climbing area in northern New Mexico.
gear in use: think tank Speed Racer pack, canon 50D with
EF-S 10 -22 lens, Really Right Stuff B50D-l plate with WPF-1
flash bracket, Honl 1/4 grid attachment.
Image used with permission from Michael DeYoung.
©2009 Michael DeYoung. Rights Protected Image.
contact: [email protected]
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B-SErIES FLASH BrACKETSMOUNT TO TELEpHOTO LENS FOOT
our patented flash brackets come in three sizes—the size you
choose is best determined by not only lens proportions, but also
personal preference. Flash brackets mount to quick-release lens
plate or replacement foot (sold separately).
» Select the smallest bracket that will clear your lens if you
prefer to keep the flash low and close.
» Select a larger bracket if you prefer to maximize the vertical
distance between strobe head and lens.
b85-bFA‑QR Set included
How to Measure for Your Lens:
1. Set your collared lens foot on a flat surface.
2. Using a ruler, measure the distance from the flat surface to
the top of the barrel of the lens.
3. this dimension is the minimum internal clearance needed
by your lens; choose a bracket with an interior clearance
dimension that will accommodate your lens.
lens plate or replacement foot must have at least 0.75”
(19mm) of dovetail free in order to mount a flash bracket. all
flash brackets can accept additional flash mounts. See pages
60-61 for spare flash mounts and additional flash accessories.
pORTRAIT pACkAGES INCLUDE:
One B‑Series Flash Bracket and one MPR‑CL mounting rail.
b87-QR IN ACTION
Because our flash brackets mount to the lens plate on your lens foot, they keep the strobe centered over the lens no matter how much you rotate the camera. B87‑QR shown on Nikkor 70‑200mm/f2.8 VR lens fitted with LCF‑10 replacement foot.
part # price Height to Cord Mount Interior Clearance Width Weight
B85-B (FA-QR Set included) $235 7¼” / 184mm 4-5 / 8” / 117mm 4¼” / 108mm 7.4oz / 209g
B87-QR (FA-QR1 included) $260 8¼” / 210mm 5-7 /8” /149mm 5.0” / 126mm 8.1oz / 229g
B91-QR (FA-QR1 included) $270 9¾” / 248mm 7” / 178mm 5.6” / 141mm 8.3oz / 236g
part # price Most Appropriate Fit Weight
B85-B Portrait Package $330 Smaller bodies without battery packs like Nikon D700 / D7000 & Canon 50D / 60D 11.2oz / 318g
B87-QR Portrait Package $355 Larger bodies like Nikon D3-series; Canon 7D & 1D-series; smaller cameras w/battery grip 11.9oz / 337g
B91-QR Portrait Package $365 When additional height is desired; strobe may be offset from center 12.1oz / 344g
B-SErIES POrTrAIT PACKAGESMOUNT TO CAMERA bODY
b87-QR pORTRAIT pACkAGE IN ACTION
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The B85-B Flash Mount has not been converted to the new “QR” design yet, but it comes with the FA-QR set to make it compatible with all flash accessories.
b87-QRFA‑QR1 included
b91-QRFA‑QR1 included
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Modular Portrait Packages deliver maximum versatility for
off-camera flash—ideal for keeping the flash atop short, non-
collared, lenses whether you’re hand holding or tripod mounting.
all packages come with one flash bracket and one mounting
rail, our MPR-cl. Portrait Packages mount to the camera body’s
quick-release plate (purchase camera body plate separately)—a
conventional body plate works fine, but an l-plate adds the
ability to tripod mount in vertical aspect.
Portrait Packages come in three sizes to accommodate your
camera proportions and personal preference:
» Smallest package, B85-B Portrait Package, fits smaller
bodies like Nikon D50/D40, canon Rebel Xt/Xti, and Nikon
D300/D700/canon 40D without their add-on battery packs.
» the mid-sized package, B87-QR Portrait Package, fits larger
bodies like Nikon D3-series, canon 5D & 1D-series, and Nikon
D700/canon 5D/40D with their add-on battery packs.
» Select largest package, B91-QR Portrait Package, if you
prefer to maximize vertical distance between strobe head
and lens (strobe may be offset from center in horizontal
orientation).
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FA-Q1 for older Quantum Qflash units
FA-Q2 for Quantum Qflash T4d/T5d/T5d‑R
FB-A for Kirk lens plates w/o double‑dovetail
FB-A600 raised dovetail adapter
wPF-Qr: wEddING PrO FLASH BrACKETthis is the ideal off-camera flash bracket for all event
photographers. Switching between landscape and portrait
is fast and intuitive: just reach up with your left hand, press
the release button, and swing the arm into place. With our
new strobe quick-release system, releasing your strobe/
strobe cord is even easier: press the QR latch to release your
strobe. WPF-QR comes with one Fa-QR1 adapter to fit most
manufacturers’ strobe cords; see next page for adapters.
» Folds flat, only 8¼-inches long.
» Weighs only 11.4 ounces.
» Use with most manufacturers’ ttl strobe cords
(not included).
» Best flash bracket on the market for Quantum Qflash
(requires adapter; see next page).
» Quick-Release mount to your Really Right Stuff l-plate
(l-plate required; purchase separately).
» Perfect for handheld use and tripod mounting in either
landscape mode or portrait mode.
WPF‑QR folds flat for excellent portability. Includes one adapter that fits most strobe cords.
FLASH BrACKET AdAPTErSthe Fa-QR1 adapter that is included with all Really Right Stuff
QR Flash Brackets fits most manufacturers’ strobe cords.
But some cords, strobes, and flash units require an adapter.
add our Fa-QR1 Set to convert non-QR Flash Brackets,
or purchase adapters as a set to use with non-QR Flash
Brackets (sets include adapter + Fa-QR-Bs Base Unit).
part # price Description Weight
WPF-QR $170 Flash bracket mounts to L-plate (not included); adds 5 ½” in portrait. Includes one FA-QR1. 11.4oz / 323g
FA-QR1 / FA-QR Set $15 / $49 Adapter for most manufacturers’ strobe cords (buy set if using non-QR flash bracket). 0.4oz / 1.0oz set
FA-QR29 / FA-QR29 Set $20 / $54 Adapter for Nikon SC-29 Strobe Cord (buy set if using non-QR flash bracket). 0.5oz / 1.2oz set
FA-Q1 $30 Adapter for older Quantum Qflash units (not T4d/T5d/T5d-R); three ¼”-20 accessory holes. 1.3oz / 38g
FA-Q2 $30 Adapter for newer Quantum Qflash T4d & T5d/5d-R; two ¼”-20 accessory holes. 0.5oz / 15g
FA-QR200 / FA-QR200 Set $32 / $66 Adapter for Nikon SB-R200 Speedlight Flash Head (buy set for non-QR flash bracket). 0.4oz / 1.2oz set
FB-A $13 Dovetail adapter for Kirk plates & older Really Right Stuff lens plates without double dovetail. 0.5oz / 16g
FB-A600 $15 Raised adapter measures 6/10-inch tall; allows use of B91-B with Canon 400mm/f2.8-IS lens. 0.8oz / 24g
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WPF-QR is the best flash bracket for Quantum® Qflash because it’s rugged and locks solidly; no more drooping, spinning, or tightening. Mount it & forget about it.
FA-QR1 or FA-QR Setfor strobe cords
N E w P r O d u C TN E w P r O d u C T
FA-QR29 OR FA-QR29 Setfor Nikon SC‑29 strobe cord
N E w P r O d u C TN E w P r O d u C T
FA-QR200 OR FA-QR200 Setfor Nikon SB‑R200 Speedlight Heads
N E w P r O d u C TN E w P r O d u C T
FA‑QR1 included
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Spare Flash Mounts: B85-FM, B87-QRFM, B91-QRFM
Now a dual strobe set-up is easy! Just add a spare flash mount
to your flash bracket. Flash mounts are model-specific.
Cold Shoe Mounts
these insulated cold shoe mounts allow you to mount hot shoe
strobes without using the off-camera ttl strobe cord. Need to
mount a second strobe that’s triggered wirelessly to our flash
brackets? Just add our Fa-QRcS2. Want to use your lightweight
tripod as a light stand? Use our Fa-cS3. Both of these cold
shoe units are insulated, securely hold any hot shoe strobe,
and feature a ¼”-20 mounting socket on the bottom.
FLASH BrACKET MOuNTS
FA-CS3 Cold Shoe Mount hot shoe strobe in RRS clamp
B87-Qr Flash Bracket plus one extra B87-QrFM B87‑QR shown here with spare B87‑QRFM flash mount, two Nikon SB‑900s mounted; one with TTL cord & other in FA‑QRCS2 cold shoe.
part # price Accessory Description Weight
B85-FM $150 Non-QR spare flash mount head for Really Right Stuff B85-B flash bracket; one FA-QR Set included. 5.7oz / 162g
B87-QRFM $170 QR flash mount head for Really Right Stuff B87-B flash bracket; one FA-QR1 adapter included. 4oz / 112g
B91-QRFM $170 QR flash mount head for Really Right Stuff B91-B flash bracket; one FA-QR1 adapter included. 5.7oz / 162g
FA-QRCS2 $32 QR accessory insulated cold shoe to mount strobes directly to our QR flash bracket flash mounts. 0.6oz / 18g
FA-QRCS2 Set $66 QR accessory set includes one each FA-QRCS2 and FA-QR-Bs; for non QR flash bracket flash mounts. 0.6oz / 18g
FA-CS3 $32 Accessory insulated cold shoe to mount strobes directly into our quick-release clamps. 0.9oz / 26g
FA-EX1 $110 Non-QR telescoping extension column; extends from 3.8” to 6.1”. 3.9oz / 110g
FA-QREX2 $130 QR telescoping extension column; extends from 6.0 “ to 10.25”. 5.9oz / 168g
these are rigid, but lightweight, telescoping extension columns
that mount atop our flash brackets to increase the distance
between the strobe head and the lens. this can eliminate
“eyeshine” when using a strobe for flash fill on wildlife.
FA-EX1 Extender Post (non-QR version)
telescopes from 3.8 to 6.14 inches. this is a non-QR version
of our extenders; mount strobe cord directly to the top of this
extender. to use this extender with any of our flash adapters,
add the adapter set.
FA-QREX2 Extender Post (QR version)
telescopes from 6.0 to 10.25 inches. this is the QR version of
our extenders; add Fa-QR-Bs base to use extender on non-QR
flash brackets. this is the perfect tool to eliminate red eye when
shooting nighttime football.
FA-EX1 collapsed 3.8”
FA-QREX2 partially extended
FLASH BrACKET EXTENdErS
Nikon SB‑R200 Speedlights with FA‑QR200 adapters are mounted on FA‑QREX2 extenders, which are mounted on dual B87‑QRFM Flash Mounts on B87‑QR Flash Bracket. Flash bracket is mounted on MPR‑CL rail with MPR‑DVTL. Rail is mounted in B150‑B macro focusing rail on BH‑40 LR ballhead. Camera & Lens: Nikkor VR 105mm/f2.8 macro lens on Nikon D300 with BD300‑L plate.
HANdY TIP
Purchase FA-QRCS2 Cold Shoe Set and convert your light stand adapter to Quick Release!
FA-EX1 extended 6.1”
N E w P r O d u C T
FA-QrCS2 Cold Shoe or FA-QrCS2 Cold Shoe Set Mount hot shoe strobe to RRS QR Flash Bracket (buy Set to use on non‑QR brackets).
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PANOrAMAS MAdE SIMPLE
Savuti camp - linyanti Wildlife Reserve, Botswana, africa.
Equipment & Exposure: Panorama composed of 14 images shot using Pg-02 llR Pano-gimbal
head mounted on Safari Rig; see image of Safari Rig in use on p11. Nikon D3S camera; Nikkor
200-400mm/f4 lens at 360mm fitted with lcF-14 replacement foot; ISo 800; f/8 @ 1/125. Pano
stitched in adobe Photoshop cS5; final image dimensions 26,729 x 4,024 pixels (~111” x 17“).
Photo by Joe Johnson
Panorama photography has emerged as a growing passion that
any shooter can readily achieve. Digital panoramas are created
by shooting multiple overlapping images, and then stitching
them together with software. to shoot an exceptional panorama
that is a treat to display, two primary factors must be carefully
considered: leveling and elimination of parallax.
kEEp IT LEVEL overlapping images for single-row panoramas are typically shot
from left to right in a single row, keeping the camera perfectly
level while panning. Keeping the camera level maintains align-
ment of vertical and horizontal objects, making the stitching
process easier. Simplify your life and buy our Pcl-1 panning
clamp. With this clamp mounted on your ballhead, you’re level
in just moments. No need for bulky leveling bases or panorama-
specific heads. leveling is now quick and painless.
ELIMINATE pARALLAX Image parallax occurs when near and far objects don’t line up in
the same location in overlapping images. Eliminate the effects
of parallax by placing the optical center of the lens (not the
camera) directly over the point of rotation. But how? add one of
our nodal slides. these long rails with built-in clamps mount to
the bottom of your camera body plate and are the perfect way to
shift your camera and lens back so that the optical center of the
lens, commonly called the nodal point, can be correctly posi-
tioned directly over the pivot center.
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» Mount the panning clamp to your tripod head, then simply shift
the head until the clamp is level. In moments, you’ve created a
level panning plane without the hassle of leveling the tripod.
» Precision panning base is finely laser engraved at 2.5º
increments from 0-360; no click stops.
» arca-Swiss style quick-release clamp.
» Unique drum & perimeter band brake design delivers positive
pan locking.
» Built in bullseye spirit level.
PANO ELEMENTS PACKAGEStart with this package to shoot single-row panoramas. Master
single row panos first, then add our omni-pivot package to shoot
multi-row/multi-column panos. the Pano Elements Package will
have you out and shooting panos within minutes! the package
includes two pieces:
» one Pcl-1 Panning clamp
» one MPR-cl II Nodal Slide
pCL-1 panning Clamp
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MpR-CL II FEATURES
» Mount nodal slide in panning clamp, then mount your camera in
the clamp at the end of the MPR-cl II (purchase camera body
plate separately). Now slide camera back until the optical center
of the lens is positioned directly over the axis of rotation.
» laser engraved reference scale in 1mm increments on both
sides for reliable and repeatable set-up. centering index mark on
clamp jaw.
» Integral Really Right Stuff clamp oriented for conventional body
plates (left/right).
» Built in bullseye spirit level.
» Robust design means no deflection.
MpR-CL II Nodal Slide>
pCL-DVTL
If you already have a Really Right Stuff clamp on your ballhead,
don't remove it to add the panning clamp. Just use our Pcl-DVtl
mounting dovetail. this slim plate screws onto the bottom of our
panning clamp and allows you to drop the Pcl-1 into your existing
clamp for only those times when you want to shoot panos. Very
convenient! and when you're done shooting, just slip the panning
clamp back into its custom neoprene pouch (included with Pcl-1)
and drop it in your camera bag.
pARALLAX & NODAL pOINT EXpLAINED
these concepts can be bewildering, but their influence on
creating seamless panoramas can be demonstrated with a simple
experiment rather than through an optics lesson. try the following
experiment: With one eye closed, extend your arm and point your
thumb up. line your thumb up with the side of a door frame. Now,
turn your head left and right. Notice how the door frame shifts
as you turn your head? this is an example of image parallax due
to the fact that the nodal point (the optical center) of your eye is
not over the center of your head rotation. You can also do this
experiment with a camera and attached lens. Pivot the camera left
and right over its tripod mount and you will notice the same effect
as background objects shift relative to foreground objects (say,
a nearby fence post versus a distant fence post). But if you pivot
the camera at a specific point under the lens, you’ll notice that the
near and far objects remain aligned. this specific point of rotation
is the entrance pupil of the lens (commonly called the nodal point,
or optical center). the idea is that parallax can be eliminated by
mounting the camera on the ballhead so the nodal point of the lens
sits directly over the rotation axis of the ballhead.
WHY USE A pANNING CLAMp?
a panning clamp simplifies the number of steps required to level your
gear. No matter what angle your tripod and ballhead is positioned,
just move the ball until the panning clamp is level. lock down the ball
and pan atop the ball. get level in just one step.
part # price Description Weight
PCL-1 $235 Panning Clamp comes with pouch; clamp diameter = 2¾”/70mm, height = 1.2”/29mm. 10.2oz / 290g
MPR-CL II $140 Use as a nodal slide for most non-collared zoom lenses; length = 7.4”/189mm, width = 1.5” / 38mm 6.8oz / 194g
Pano Elements Pkg $360 Includes one each PCL-1, MPR-CL II, OpTech Mini pouch; saves $15. 17.1oz / 486g
PCL-DVTL $30 Slim dovetail plate for PCL-1 panning clamp. 0.7oz / 20g
OpTech Mini Pouch $12 Mini neoprene pouch with silkscreened logo closes with velcro; measures 2.5” x 4” x 1”. 1.0oz / 28g
pCL-1 & pCL-DVTL
At right, top view of PCL‑DVTL and bottom view of PCL‑DVTL mounted on PCL‑1. Below, PCL‑1 shown in its custom neoprene pouch (included).
pCL-1 in Action
When you use the Really Right Stuff panning clamp, your tripod legs don't need to be level. Just level the panning clamp! PCL‑1 fitted with PCL‑DVTL shown mounted in BH‑55 LR ballhead.
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NOdAL SLIdESUse a nodal slide to eliminate parallax. a nodal slide allows you
to pull the camera backwards so that the optical center of the
lens can be positioned directly over the axis of rotation (in image
below, the center of the panning clamp). our Pano Elements
Package comes standard with our MPR-CL II nodal slide, but
we offer other slides to meet the needs of every application.
Many of these slides also make great gross focusing sliders for
macro work.
part # price Description Length Weight
MPR-CL $110 Use when nodal point is less than 110mm from sensor. 6.0"/152mm 3.8oz/106g
MPR-CL II $140 Use when nodal point is greater than 110mm from sensor. 7.4"/189mm 6.8oz/194g
192 Precision Plus Package $180 Use for shooting panos with both collared & non-collared lenses. 7.6"/192mm 11.6oz/330g
192 Duo Package $150 Use for shooting panos with collared telephoto lenses. 7.6"/192mm 10.0oz/283g
192 FAS Package $200 Use for shooting panos with normal, wide, and fisheye lenses. 7.6"/192mm 12.8oz/362g
192 precision plus packageMini‑clamps can be oriented parallel or perpendicular to rail. Perfect if shooting panos with collared & non‑collared lenses.
MpR-CLUse with most non‑collared prime lenses. Not long enough for most zoom lenses. Clamp is fixed and accepts plates with left/right orientation.
192 Duo packageB2‑Duo clamp is adjustable fore/aft and accepts plates* with fore/aft orientation. Great for shooting panos with collared telephoto lenses.
*Compatible only with Really Right Stuff & Wimberley plates.
MpR-CL IIUse with most non‑collared zoom lenses. Clamp is fixed and accepts plates with left/right orientation.
192 FAS packageFAS Clamp is adjustable fore/aft and accepts plates with left/right orientation. Index marker assures repeatable positioning.
HOw TO SHOOT A PANOlet's walk through shooting a single row pano, step by step,
using our Pano Elements Package, a ballhead, and a Really Right
Stuff quick-release plate on your camera.
STEp 3 Mount CameraIf you have an L‑plate, securely mount your camera in portrait mode in the clamp at the end of the nodal slide. If you have a conventional plate, securely mount your camera in landscape mode. Use the laser‑engraved centering index marks to properly align your camera in the nodal slide's clamp.
STEp 1 Mount Nodal SlideMount panning clamp onto head. Open panning clamp and top‑load MPR‑CL II nodal slide. Exact position isn't important. Tighten clamp securely.
STEp 4 position Nodal SlideLoosen the clamp on the PCL‑1, and slide the MPR‑CL II fore or aft until you've aligned the optical center of the lens with the correct laser‑engraved index mark on the PCL‑1 panning clamp. Tighten clamp securely. See our website for detailed instructions on finding the nodal point for your lens.
STEp 5 Camera SettingsSet exposure mode to Manual. Not sure what exposure to set? Pan your scene and snap a few images in Aperture Priority; set an aperture that will give you the depth of field that you want. Assuming you're shooting digital, review images and compare the shutter speed that your camera chose for the series; select a shutter speed that will be acceptable across the entire image. Now switch your camera to Manual and set both aperture and shutter speed. Turn off Auto White‑Balance. Instead, set the White Balance manually. For most landscape scenes, the Sunny setting is just fine. Now you're ready to shoot!
STEp 2 Get it LevelLoosen the ballhead so that the ball moves freely, and shift ball until the large, high contrast spirit level in the MPR‑CL II nodal slide indicates level. Always opt to reference the larger spirit level of the MPR‑CL II rather than the much smaller level of the panning clamp. Lock down the ball (make sure the ballhead's panning base is also locked).
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DON’T FORGET TO SHOOT YOUR PANO IN MANUAL! Manual exposure, manual white balance, and manual focus.
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OMNI-dIrECTIONAL PANOrAMASShooting multiple-row horizontal & multiple-column vertical
panoramas adds a level of complexity to your equipment set-
up. Simultaneous panning is now needed in two directions:
left/right and up/down. But the same basic concepts and
fundamental equipment needed for shooting single-row
panoramas still applies.
all panorama equipment from Really Right Stuff is modular
in use—invest in the essential pano elements, then add
one of our omni-directional packages as you expand your
photographic pursuits.
our Ultimate omni-Pivot Packages deliver the most robust
and versatile arca-Swiss compatible panorama set-up
available anywhere in the world. the entire package can be
rapidly assembled, in the field, with no tools.
Ultimate-pro Omni-pivot packagePackage includes two panning clamps: one for horizontal panning and one for vertical panning
ULTIMATE OMNI-pIVOT pACkAGE If you already have our Pano Elements Package, add the
Ultimate omni-Pivot Package. this gives you everything you
need to shoot multi-row/multi-column panoramas (camera body
plate required; not included).
Pano Elements Pkg + Ultimate omni-Pivot Pkg
= Ultimate-Pro omni-Pivot Pkg
our Ultimate omni-Pivot Package includes:
» one Pcl-1 Panning clamp
» one MPR-192 Multi-Purpose Rail
» one cRD-Rail with integral “on-end” clamp
» op/tech neoprene travel pouch
ULTIMATE-pRO OMNI-pIVOT pACkAGE
If you do not already have our Pano Elements Package, our
Ultimate-Pro omni-Pivot Package includes everything needed
for simultaneous horizontal and vertical panning (camera plate
required; not included).
our Ultimate-Pro omni-Pivot Package includes:
» two Pcl-1 Panning clamps for fast leveling and fluid precision
panning in both vertical and horizontal axes. Pan base is laser
engraved at 2.5º increments from 0-360; no click stops.
» one MPR-192 Multi-Purpose Rail supplies the horizontal
foundation for the package. Rail integrates high-contrast spirit
level & laser engraved scale; robust design accommodates
considerable cantilevered load.
» one cRD-Rail with integral “on-end” clamp slides onto the MPR-
192 rail to create quick-mount vertical component. Beefy rail
cross-section ensures uncompromised rigidity and stability.
» one MPR-cl II Nodal Slide for shifting camera aft. Mount body
plate in integral clamp. laser engraved scale on both sides
assures repeatable set-up.
» op/tech neoprene travel pouch.
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Ultimate-Pro Omni-Pivot Package $795 Includes two PCL-1; one each MPR-192, CRD-Rail, MPR-CL II; save $30. 2.5lb / 1.1kg
Ultimate Omni-Pivot Package $435 Includes one each PCL-1, MPR-192, CRD-Rail; save $15. 1.4lb / 0.6kg
Ultimate-Pro Omni-Pivot Package, Long $860 Includes two PCL-1; one each CB-10, CRD-Rail, 192 Precision Plus Pkg; save $30. 3.2lb / 1.4kg
Ultimate Omni-Pivot Package, Long $460 Includes one each PCL-1, CB-10, CRD-Rail; save $15. 1.8lb / 0.8kg
Pano Elements Package $360 Includes one each PCL-1 & MPR-CL II; saves $15. 1.1lb / 0.5kg
CRD-Rail $140 Vertical rail with integral “on-end” clamp. 5.9oz /168g
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The PG-02 VA on the next page can replace the CRD Vertical Rail in the above omni-pivot packages. But be aware that the MPR-192 may be too short to accommodate the bulk of the PG-02 VA and larger cameras.
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GP-CB $140 Replaces the Camera Mounting Platform of the Gigapan EPIC Pro. 9.6oz / 271g
GP-CB Package $270 Includes one each GP-CB and MPR-CL II nodal slide; saves $10. 16.4oz / 465g
PG-02 LR $686 Includes one each PG-02 HB, PG-02 VA, B2 LR II clamp; saves $24. . 44.6oz / 1266g
PG-02 Omni-Pivot Pkg $535 Includes one each PG-02 VA, B2 LR II clamp, CB-10 camera bar; saves $15. 37.7oz / 1069g
PG-02 Pro Omni-Pivot Pkg $895 Includes one each PG-02 VA, B2 LR II clamp, CB-10 camera bar, PCL-1, MPR-CL II; saves $30. 54.8oz / 1553g
PG-02 VA Vertical Arm $330 Vertical Arm alone; no clamp included (accepts all current model RRS clamps). 19oz / 540g.
PG-02 VA with B2 LR II clamp $440 Vertical Arm with B2 LR II clamp mounted; can replace CRD-Rail with PCL-1; saves $10. 24.7oz / 699g
PCL-DVTL $30 Slim dovetail plate for PCL-1; allows fast mounting of PCL-1 for part-time use. 0.7oz / 20g
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Using our PG-02-FG head in Full Gimbal mode? Remove the Cradle Clamp and slide on a FAS clamp. Swing the PG-VR back and use it as your built-in nodal slide.
PG-02 FOr PANOrAMAS
GP-CB GIGAPAN-CAMErA BAr
our Pg-02 Pano-gimbal components deliver the most robust,
versatile, and modular pano setups available anywhere. Use
with any camera and any lens. Vertical panning can be locked
solidly on our Pg-02 Va Vertical arm no matter the load. Use
with the Pg-02 HB Horizontal Base for a dedicated solution, or
use with our Pcl-1 Panning clamp and cB-10 camera Bar for a
pano setup that can be used part-time on top of your ballhead.
Now you can use your camera gear fitted with
Really Right Stuff plates on the gigaPan EPIc
Pro motorized panorama head (made by gigaPan
Systems). Simply replace the stock camera
Mounting Platform of the EPIc Pro with our new
gP-cB camera Bar. our replacement camera Bar is
lighter, stronger, and includes a laser-engraved scale
for precision positioning at the No Parallax Point.
GP‑CB
Replaces the stock Camera Mounting Platform of the GigaPan EPIC Pro.
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pG-02 LR package Use the PG‑02 LR as a dedicated panorama head. This pano head mounts directly to the leveling base on your tripod.
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pG-02 pro Omni pivot packageOur PG‑02 VA Vertical Arm with Clamp & 10‑inch camera bar mounted on our PCL‑1 panning clamp is versatile and extremely robust.
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market. It can be used with virtually any camera and lens
combination and will always remain level and lock solidly. the
Pg-02 heads mount directly to a leveling base.
» Pg-02 omni Pivot Packages can be used directly on a ballhead
(add Pcl-DVtl to mount in your existing Really Right Stuff
clamp). this is the perfect solution for shooters who only
occassionally shoot panos, yet appreciate the superior lockup
and load bearing capacity of the Pg-02 Vertical arm.
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CLOSEuP ANd MACrO PHOTOGrAPHYpRECISION-MACHINED IN THE USA
the absorbing realm of closeup photography (meaning image
scales from 1:10 to 1:1) and photomacrography (meaning image
magnification from 1:1 to 20:1 or more) often calls for special
techniques and special tools to achieve optimum results.
For nature and wildlife subjects, it is prudent to plan for up
to ≈ 2X in the field, and to ≈ 4X in the studio. In the closeup
range to ≈ 1:5 (20% of life size), conventional optics and normal
techniques suffice, but the going gets tougher as the subject
gets smaller. these problems involve: gaining sufficient working
distance, focusing accuracy, depth of field, resolution loss due
to diffraction effect, desired final (enlarged) image resolution,
and, of course, lighting. Many books have been written that
address solutions—we recommend John Shaw’s books.
While screw-on closeup lenses (particularly the special two
element types corrected for use with telephoto lenses, e.g.
Nikon’s 3t, 4t, 5t, 6t and canon 500D) and supplementary
extension tubes and teleconverters will get you close, there
will come a time when every serious closeup shooter feels the
irresistible lust to invest in what the trade calls a “macro lens.”
these are special closeup lenses (also quite usable for general
photography) that are highly corrected for close range imaging,
and are capable of focusing all the way from infinity down to 1:2,
or even to 1:1, all by themselves.
“Macro” Lenses
the most generally popular “macro lens” is about 50 to 60mm
in focal length. that’s good for stamps & coins, but lousy for
nature and wildlife work. that focal length is too short to provide
adequate working distance, and the angle of coverage is too
wide to isolate the subject.
the next step is a “macro lens” in a 100mm to 105mm focal
length. these are better, but still entail a lot of compromise in
actual usage. Here’s why:
» Working distance: It’s simply not adequate for live subjects.
the modern 105mm focal length “macro” lens turns out to
be ≈ 80mm when it’s close-focused.
» angle of coverage: It’s too wide to provide good control of
background selectivity. It’s very difficult to truly isolate the
subject—make it “pop.”
» No tripod collar: Most 105mm “macros” don’t have a
rotating collar. given the difficulties implicit in careful closeup
focusing and framing, it’s truly agonizing to begin all over
again when you want to swing from horizontal to vertical
aspect (although much less so if your camera is equipped
with an RRS l-plate). Beware of the poorly executed collar
on the original canon 100mm/f2.8 lens (non-IS version): it’s
much too close to the lens mount, and the lens plate on the
foot will hit certain camera body grips when rotating from
horizontal to vertical.
these shortcomings are all neatly solved by the 180-200mm
“macros”. they offer double the working distance, tight
acceptance angles for easy background control, superior balance
& stability, and the convenience of a tripod collar. love those
200mm macros!
another advantage gained when using any 200mm focal length
lens for closeups is the more evenly distributed lighting that
the subject receives when using flash. the lens’ longer working
distance mitigates inverse square law light fall-off. a strobe can
be applied with more natural results and there’s less background
light fall-off.
Macro Flash
In closeup work, flash will often be needed to permit the use
of small (f/11-16) apertures to assure adequate depth-of-field at
an acceptable exposure duration. also—closeup subjects may
require flash fill to reduce excessive contrast, or to produce
catchlights, or to enhance modeling.
It is seldom viable, when working close, to mount a strobe in
the camera’s hot shoe. that position is too low, does not offer
the needed 15-30˚ tilt for beam aiming, and is off-axis in vertical
aspect. add one of our flash brackets for more effective flash
placement. More than one off-camera remote strobe may be
necessary to lighten a dark background, or to provide rimlight, or
backlight, on the subject; to accomplish this, add a second flash
mount to your flash bracket.
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Equipment & Exposure:
Nikon D300; 105mm/f2.8 @ 105mm. F11 @ 1/60 sec; ISo 100.
Equipment in above image:
Really Right Stuff tP-243 tripod, BH-55 lR ballhead, B150 -B Macro Rail, MPR-cl rail fitted to
side of BD300 -l plate on Nikon D300 camera with Nikkor 105mm/f2.8 Micro lens. Nikon SB-R200
strobes on dual B87-QRFM flash mounts with Fa-QREX2 flash extenders on B87-QR flash bracket.
Photo above by Mark gvazdinskas. Photo below by Joe Johnson.
thanks to alan, next door at the Pond Place, for lending us oscar the argentinian Horned Frog.
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1:1 stitched panorama images are easy with our B150-B Ultimate Package. Set the lens to 1:1; focus using the “y-axis” rail; shift laterally using the “x-axis” rail. With a full-frame sensor, a shift of 20mm in portrait mode (or 30min in landscape mode) will allow about 20% overlap.
B150-B MACrO FOCuSING rAILRemember that as you focus a true macro lens,
magnification changes. to maintain your desired
magnification, you need to move the camera to obtain the
correct focus point. this is an exercise in frustration without
a macro focusing rail. the B150-B is our premium linear
motion lead screw focusing stage and rail. the B150-B is designed
to mate seamlessly with our quick-release system in as compact
a package as possible. the bottom rail comprises a Really Right
Stuff-compatible dovetail that mates with your ballhead clamp
while the stage integrates our patented lever clamp that connects
directly to your Really Right Stuff camera plate.
camera to subject distance can be adjusted in minute
increments for super-fine focus; lead screw delivers 1.25mm of
travel per full revolution.
Rough positioning is done in one of two ways: either press
the stage release lever and slide the stage on top of the rail or
loosen the jaws of the ballhead clamp and slide the rail within
the jaws of the clamp. this compound adjustment feature
effectively doubles the total gross adjustment range. turn the
focus knob at the back or front of the rail for super-fine focusing.
the entire assembly is compact and rock solid. Purchase
dedicated body plate separately (see pages 44-47).b150-b Shown Life Size
b150-b packageIncludes Lens Mount and B2‑FAB clamp. The LMT gives sufficient height clearance to allow even the tallest camera bodies to rotate freely without hitting the rail. The LMT is hollow and has two laser‑engraved scales; allows precise lateral positioning.
b150-b Ultimate packageIncludes two B150‑B Macro Focusing Rails for greater control over fine positioning. Using two B150‑B rails delivers geared motion both fore and aft as well as left to right. This package also offers the versatility of allowing the use of both camera plates and lens plates.
b150-b FEATURES
» Stage release lever allows positive lock & release of stage
(see closeup image at bottom of column).
» Really Right Stuff compatible dovetail extends along the bottom
of the rail. Rail can also be mounted using ¼”-20 tripod socket.
» Integral lever-release clamp offers optimum quick release
convenience with an ultra-low profile.
» Make gross adjustment by shifting either the stage, rail, or both.
» Fine adjustment is made with the lead screw focusing
stage, which provides additional 103mm of movement. total
adjustment range is 231mm (9”).
» laser-engraved index marks on clamp assist lateral positioning;
one on center, two 24mm apart on center, and two 36mm
apart on center. Rail is laser-engraved on both sides in 1mm
increments.
» Precision cNc machined in the USa from solid aircraft aluminum
and finished in a beautiful matte-black anodize. all excess mass
is removed to minimize weight and all corners are radiused for
beauty and comfort.
» comes packed in a lightweight, snug-fitting neoprene op/tech
USa Soft Pouch™ protective case with logo and built-in locking
belt-clip.
» also makes a great nodal point rail for shooting panos.
» Need geared motion in both the “X” and “Y” axes? Stack a
second B150-B for the Ultimate B150-B Package.
b150-b pACkAGES the clamp channel on our B150-B has a fixed orientation
suitable for mounting conventional body plates only—plates
with dovetails running left/right, not fore/aft. If you’re shooting
with a macro lens with tripod collar, or need greater lateral
shifting capability, choose one of our B150-B Packages instead.
Depress Stage Release button to disengage stage from lead screw; twist to engage in locked mode.
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B150-B $345 Macro Focusing Rail with Polished Lead Screw. 5.9"/150mm 1.3"/34mm 15.2oz/428g
B150-B Package $475 Includes one each B150-B, LMT, B2-FAB; saves $15. 5.9"/150mm 3.0"/76mm 18.0oz/512g
LMT Package $145 Includes one each LMT, B2-FAB. 5.1"/127mm 1.7"/43mm 6.3oz/178g
B150-B Ultimate Package $650 Includes two B150-B focusing rails; saves $40. 5.9"/150mm 2.6"/66mm 30.4oz/864g
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MuLTI-PurPOSE rAILS
choose from our family of seven Multi-Purpose Rails (MPR),
with or without integrated clamps. this versatile line of rails
and accessories is modular in use and design. Use alone as
a telephoto lens plate, or combine with other RRS products.
all MPR rails accept Really Right Stuff and Wimberley flash
brackets. MPR rails with integrated clamps do not come with
mounting screws, but do include safety stop screws.
FEATURES
» Install optional anti-twist flange on top of rail: four possible
mounting options on MPR-73, six on MPR-113, eight on MPR-1,
ten on MPR-192.
» Rails with ¼” slot include two ¼”-20 mounting screws; MPR-73
with 3 ⁄8” slot includes single 3 ⁄8”-16 mounting screw.
» Rails are 1.5” wide (38mm) with one ¼” accessory socket and
dual safety stops (but MPR-cl has only one).
» Rails are double-dovetail; MPR-192 & MPR-cl II are dual double-
dovetails with high-contrast bullseye spirit level and laser-engraved
scale in 1mm increments on both sides.
» Rails without clamps include: rail, one removable flange
(MPR-c), mounting screws, four M3x6mm screws and two hex
key wrenches.
» Rails with clamps include: rail, M3x6mm safety stop screw(s)
and 1 hex key wrench.
MpR Hardware All rails without clamps include hex keys, screws, and optional flange
MpR-73 ¼"
MpR-73 3/8"
MpR-113
MpR-1
MpR-CL
MpR-192
MpR-CL II
part # price Description Length Weight
MPR-73 ¼” $55 Multi-Purpose Rail with two ¼”-20 screws in slot; dual safety stops; optional flange. 2.9"/73mm 1.6oz/46g
MPR-73 3⁄8” $55 Multi-Purpose Rail with one 3⁄8”-16 screw in slot; dual safety stops; optional flange. 2.9"/73mm 1.5oz/44g
MPR-113 $55 Multi-Purpose Rail with two ¼”-20 screws in slot; dual safety stops; optional flange. 4.4"/113mm 2.6oz/74g
MPR-1 $65 Multi-Purpose Rail with two ¼”-20 screws in slot; dual safety stops; optional flange. 6.0"/152mm 3.5oz/100g
MPR-CL $110 Multi-Purpose Rail with integral clamp; single safety stop. 6.0”/152mm 3.8oz/106g
MPR-192 $75 Multi-Purpose Rail with two ¼”-20 screws in slot; dual safety stops; optional flange. 7.6”/192mm 6.3oz/178g
MPR-CL II $140 Multi-Purpose Rail with integral clamp; dual safety stops. 7.4"/189mm 6.8oz/194g
MPR-B $15 Adjustable Index Stop Bar for Multi-Purpose Rails/Camera Bars. Buy pair for $25. 0.3oz/8g
MPR-C $5 Removable Flange for Multi-Purpose Rails; mount with two cap-head M3 screws. 0.1oz/2g
MPR-DVTL $25 Dual-dovetail mount for Multi-Purpose Rail; mount with four flat-head M3 screws. 0.5oz/14g
MpR-C Optional flange; one included with each rail (Also sold separately)
MULTI-pURpOSE RAIL ACCESSORIES
MpR-b Index Stop bar Slides into dovetail; create a safety stop anywhere along the rail
MpR-DVTL Fasten to bottom of any MPR rail to create bidirectional mount
our 28-inch, 18-inch and 10-inch camera Bars extend the
utility of our multi-purpose rails. these long rails have beefy
cross sections and dual dovetails for applications that demand
zero deflection under maximum torque. Use when you need to
work with two cameras mounted side-by-side, or as a macro
focusing rail for greater than normal adjustment range. Paired
with a robust ballhead, a camera bar can be used as a “boom”
to cantilever the camera into positions that are difficult to get to
with your tripod alone.
CAMErA BArS
FEATURES
» Includes numerous ¼”-20 and one 3 ⁄8”-16 threaded holes.
» Bars incorporate laser engraved scale with centermark at zero;
scale extends on either side of centermark in 5mm intervals.
» High contrast bubble level aids in leveling.
» cB-10 has integrated clamp mounting boss and socket on one
end (accepts B2-maS clamp directly—no need for cB-Ec).
part # price Description Weight
CB-10, 10” bar $100 Camera Bar with spirit level, dovetail & clamp mounting boss; 0.9”/23mm thick. 13.1oz/370g
CB-10 Pkg $205 Includes one each CB-10, B2-FAB, B2-mAS, ¼”-20x¾” screw; saves $15. 1.1lb/512g
CB-18, 18” bar $125 Camera Bar with spirit level & dual dovetail surfaces; 0.9”/23mm thick. 1.5lb/684g
CB-18 Pkg $245 Includes one each CB-18, B2-FAB, B2-mAS, ¼”-20x¾” FH screw, pair MPR-B; saves $25. 1.9lb/858g
CB-28, 28” bar $150 Camera Bar with spirit level & dual dovetail surfaces; 0.9”/23mm thick. 2.2lb/976g
CB-28 Pkg $270 Includes one each CB-28, B2-FAB, B2-mAS, ¼”-20x¾” FH screw, pair MPR-B; saves $25. 2.6lb/1150g
MPR-End-Rail Pkg $190 Includes two B2-mAS clamps, one each MPR-ER & CB-EC, three ¼”-20 screws; saves $20. 11.3oz/322g
CB-HC1 $40 Camera Bar H-Connector; joins two camera bars; includes two ¼”-20x7⁄8” FH screws. 3.7oz/104g
MPR-ER $60 MPR End-Rail; any AS clamp can mount on-end (purchase clamp separately). 4.0oz/114g
CB-EC $30 Camera Bar End-Connector; includes one each ¼”-20x5⁄8” and ¼”-20x7⁄8” FH screws. 1.8oz / 52g
Camera bars (from left to right) CB‑28 CB‑18 CB‑10
Cb-18 package
CB‑10 and CB‑28 packages also available
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Cb-YS Single-Clamp package
part # price Description Weight
CB-YS $60 Y-Support with dual aluminum support wheels with outer rubber O-rings; 4.7”/120mm tall. 3.8oz / 108g
CB-YS-Package $230 Choose this pkg if using with a single telephoto; adjust support height using hex key; saves $18. 20.2oz / 574g
CB-YS-QR-Package $290 Choose this pkg if using with multiple telephotos; clamp simplifies height adjustments; saves $18. 22.6oz / 642g
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Cb-YS Dual-Clamp package
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b2-Duo Double Clamp Main knob simultaneously locks rail and plate solidly*; nylon thumbscrews keep lens plate in place when main knob is loose.
*Compatible only with Really Right Stuff & Wimberley plates.
these long lens support packages deliver robust support when
using long telephoto lenses. two additional points of support
provide the extra stability needed to eliminate flex. Package can
be configured for almost any camera & long lens combination.
First mount foot in B2-Duo clamp, then slide along the cB-10 rail
to adjust for proper balance. adjust the height of the Y-support
to solidly stabilize the barrel of the lens. lock Y-support
into place with provided hex key. our tests show up to 15%
resolution improvement over mounting long lens foot alone.
(Packages do not include camera lenses or ballhead.)
Both Single-Clamp & Dual-Clamp Packages include:
» one CB-YS long lens Y-support
» one CB-10 10-inch long camera bar
» one B2-Duo double-clamp
» one ¼"-20 B101 screw with 5/32” hex key
our Dual-Clamp Package also includes:
» one B2-maS mini-clamp
STErEOGrAPHYFOR SINGLE & TWIN CAMERA 3D
our modular camera Bars are ideal for single still life or twin
camera live action stereo photography. Discover the world of
3D! We’re proud that Kennan Ward (kennanward.com) and Eli
Jarra (thinkpictures.com) use our gear to support their Red one
cameras & twin-rigs.
For single still life stero photography, choose a bar with single
sliding clamp.
» CB-10 Duo Package is our cB-10 camera bar with B2-Duo
double-clamp. Provides 240mm total left/right travel. Mount bar
in clamp, or mount using centered 3/8”-16 tripod socket.
For twin camera live action stereo photography, choose a bar
with dual clamps.
» CB-18 Stereo Package or CB-28 Stereo Package includes
one of our longer camera bars and two Pcl-1 panning clamps
mounted back-to-back with B2-FaB mini-clamps. this robust
setup delivers a stable platform even with the biggest
cameras. the sliding clamps allow easy left/right travel, and the
independent rotation means the cameras can be “toed in” and
aimed at the same focal point.
part # price Description Weight
CB-10 Duo Pkg $170 Includes one each CB-10 and B2-Duo double-clamp; saves $18. Camera body plate not included. 16.6oz / 471g
CB-18 Stereo Pkg $695 Includes one CB-18 and two each PCL-1, B2-FAB; saves $20. Camera body plates not included. 2.2lb / 1.0kg
CB-28 Stereo Pkg $720 Includes one CB-28 and two each PCL-1, B2-FAB; saves $20. Camera body plates not included. 3.0lb / 1.4kg
Cb-18 Stereo pkg Shown mounted with two Canon EOS‑1D Mark III cameras and optional pair of MPR‑B stop bars.
Cb-18 Stereo package One CB‑18 bar with dual panning clamps mounted back‑to‑back with B2‑FAB mini‑clamps. Independent rotation allows cameras to be “toed in;” ballhead sold separately.
Cb-10 Duo package One 10‑inch camera bar with sliding clamp. Take one shot, then shift sides.
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Part # Price Item Description B101 Captive Screw $4.00 Captive style ¼”-20 mounting screw with 5 ⁄32” hex socket head; for plates.
B102 Captive Screw $6.00 Captive style 3 ⁄8”-16 mounting screw with 7⁄32” hex socket head; for plates.
Flat-Head Screw, ¼”-20 $1.00 Flat-head ¼”-20x3 ⁄4” mounting screw with 5 ⁄32” hex socket head; for clamps.
Flat-Head Screw, M6 $1.00 Flat-head metric 6-1.0x25mm mounting screw with 5 ⁄32” hex socket head; for clamps.
Cap-Head Screw, ¼”-20 $1.00 Cap-head ¼”-20x1" screw with 3 ⁄16” hex socket head; install PCL-1 on Really Right Stuff ballheads.
Cap-Head Screw, M6 $1.00 Cap-head metric 6-1.0x35mm screw with M5 hex socket head; install PCL-1 on Arca-Swiss ballheads.
Cap-Head Screw, M3 50¢ Cap-head metric 3-0.5x6mm screw with M2.5 hex socket head; for safety stops & MPR Rail Accessories.
Bushing $5.00 Stainless steel; reduces threaded socket from 3 ⁄8”-16 down to ¼”-20.
Stud $5.00 Stainless steel; 3 ⁄8”-16x3 ⁄4” threaded post with 3 ⁄16” hex socket.
Hex Key Wrench, 5 ⁄32” 25¢ Fits all mounting screws with 5 ⁄32” hex socket head; one included free with each plate.
Hex Key Wrench, 7⁄32” 25¢ Fits all mounting screws with 7⁄32” hex socket head; one included free with each plate.
Hex Key Wrench, M2.5 25¢ Fits all safety stop screws with M2.5 hex socket head; one included free with each plate.
LB-40 $23.00 Cylindrical padded cordura pouch with embroidered RRS logo sized to cover BH-40; 3”x 4”.
LB-55 $26.00 Cylindrical padded cordura pouch with embroidered RRS logo sized to cover BH-55; 4” x 6”.
OpTech Mini $12.00 Mini neoprene pouch with silkscreened logo closes with velcro, 2.5”x4”x1”.
OpTech Large $15.00 Large neoprene pouch with silkscreened logo and belt clip snaps closed with buckle, 4”x7”x1.5”.
OpTech X-Large $18.00 Large neoprene pouch with silkscreened logo and belt clip snaps closed with buckle, 4”x7.5”x1.5”.
TQB-80 Tripod Bag $85.00 Padded, tapered tripod bag sized to carry collapsed tripod & head up to 31”.
TP-243 Bag $15.00 Unpadded tripod bag; internal dimensions measure 3"x13".
HDL $4.30 Traditional screwdriver-type handle accepts hex TIP.
TIP $1.80 5 ⁄32” case-hardened hex tip; snap-fits into WRN or HDL.
WRN $5.50 Reversible midget size ratchet wrench that accepts the hex TIP; packs flat.
RRS-337 $35.00 Acrylic double bubble dual-axis spirit level fits camera hot-shoe.
Hand Strap $25.00 Hand Strap from Camdapter; black leather.
LocTite 242 Blue $4.00 Single Use Application semi-permanent threadlocker fluid.
HArdwArE, TOOLS, ANd POuCHES
Captive Screwsb101 b102
Flathead Screws¼”-20 Metric 6
Cap-Head Screws¼”-20 Metric 6 Metric 3
Hex Key wrenches7/32"
5/32"
M2.5
bushing Stud
Pouches and Bagspadded Cordura pouches OpTech Neoprene pouchesLb-40 Lb-55 Mini, Large, X-Large
padded Tripod bags
TQb-80 Tp-243 bag
ToolsHDL TIp WRN
RRS-337 Leather Hand Strap Single Use LocTite blue