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Manfrotto to Arca Swiss

Started 7 months ago | Discussions thread
Craig Gillette Forum Pro • Posts: 12,994
Re: Manfrotto to Arca Swiss
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I just added a Sirui video head using one of the Manfrotto style plates. It's plate was slotted and came with both 3.8" and 1/4" screws. There are quite a few Arca Swiss compatible clamps out there. I went with a Fotonic but have used Desmonds on another plate. I went with a longer clamp to provide for adjustability with a longer lens foot and balance but they look to be available from under 50mm to as long as 90mm, etc.  Just check to see that the clamp is designed to be screwed on from beneath as opposed to some which are designed to screw on from above to replace ball head clamps, etc.

Kirk also makes a replacement top bridge with an integrated clamp system.

https://kirkphoto.com/quick-release-bridge-system-for-the-manfrotto-mvh-502ah-fluid-video-head.html

Available at B&H, too.  This one is handy in that it includes a wrench and the clamp can be swapped 90 degrees to accommodates L brackets or camera plates that clamp crosswise if needed in addition to the front/back lens feet.  Since I've got a Sirui, I may just get a second plate and clamp.

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