Really Right Stuff Camera Plate w/o Grip - B5D3

[aZhu]

Just got my new camera plate from RRS today. Since there are no pictures of it online even from RRS, I thought I'd share a few. Enjoy

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

Some users are reporting serious issues with their plate. Does yours have the issue shown here?

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1103460/0#10530203

I just checked mine and it shows the same "issue". I wonder if this will severely affect damaging the camera body...
Mine already has a small faint line on my camera body... grrr!

UPDATE PART 2:

Just received the Rev A of the B5D3 plate... unfortunately, doesn't look like too much have changed... I still feel like that shelf corner is touching the camera body except it's lower profile now... Why couldn't RRS just have removed the shelf entirely? Anyone else still a little disappointed?

 

[RunAndGun]

I'm waiting on my L-plate that I ordered 3/4. Hopefully it comes in soon, their website says that they're beginning to ship pre-orders in small batches in the order they were placed. I do have to admit that I'm not crazy about the design of this one vs. the 5DMKII L-plate. The old one seemed to just blend in and be a part of the camera, where as this one is definitely noticeable.

 

[aZhu]

I'm waiting on my L-plate that I ordered 3/4. Hopefully it comes in soon, their website says that they're beginning to ship pre-orders in small batches in the order they were placed. I do have to admit that I'm not crazy about the design of this one vs. the 5DMKII L-plate. The old one seemed to just blend in and be a part of the camera, where as this one is definitely noticeable.

Yeah the new L-plate does stand out a bit more. I hardly shoot in portrait orientation so in order to save space and money, I opted for the regular plate.

 

[kidnaper]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the point of a non-L camera plate? It just seems to be a quarter inch riser for the tripod, to me.

 

[aZhu]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the point of a non-L camera plate? It just seems to be a quarter inch riser for the tripod, to me.

For me it's basically a really well built arca-swiss quick release plate. I like that there is the no-twist feature vs other standard quick release plates that are just a piece of square or rectangular metal. Anyone else with me on this?

 

[Bosman]

Just got my new camera plate from RRS today. Since there are no pictures of it online even from RRS, I thought I'd share a few. Enjoy

Thanks for the images, that reminds me that i wanted one. I use their tilt head "MH-02 LR: Head with Indexing LR Clamp" It goes on a monopod head and tilts left or right, works like a champ for either orientation. No need for a big L bracket for me.
http://reallyrightstuff.com/ProductDesc.aspx?code=MH-02-LR&type=0&eq=&desc=MH-02-LR%3a-Head-with-Indexing-LR-Clamp&key=it

 

[kidnaper]

Forgive my ignorance, but what is the point of a non-L camera plate? It just seems to be a quarter inch riser for the tripod, to me.

For me it's basically a really well built arca-swiss quick release plate. I like that there is the no-twist feature vs other standard quick release plates that are just a piece of square or rectangular metal. Anyone else with me on this?

I actually didn't really inspect the pictures past the bottom of the plate, it seemed to me that there was another tripod thread on the bottom of the plate. I fully retract my question and am now interested. Thanks for your response!

 

[Loswr]

It goes on a monopod head and tilts left or right, works like a champ for either orientation. No need for a big L bracket for me.

Most tripod/monopod heads can drop to a 90-degree orientation, with a full tilt feature like the head you link, or a drop-notch on a ballhead. The issue is that when in portrait orientation, the center of mass is not directly over the axis of support, meaning you're fighting gravity which can lead to instability (and with a monopod, fatigue since you're supporting more of the weight). The 'big L bracket' has the advantage of keeping the mass centered.

 

[wickidwombat]

It goes on a monopod head and tilts left or right, works like a champ for either orientation. No need for a big L bracket for me.

Most tripod/monopod heads can drop to a 90-degree orientation, with a full tilt feature like the head you link, or a drop-notch on a ballhead. The issue is that when in portrait orientation, the center of mass is not directly over the axis of support, meaning you're fighting gravity which can lead to instability (and with a monopod, fatigue since you're supporting more of the weight). The 'big L bracket' has the advantage of keeping the mass centered.

also if you use a gigapan like i do and want to shoot a panorama in portrait you need the mount on the side
RRS also do an aweseome replacement center plate for the gigapan epic pro if anyone else uses one .

Same deal for a gimbal if you want it in portrait L brackets are handy

I also dont use a normal ball head so dont have the 90 degree slot I use a novoflex magic ball it can go 90 degrees but is more solid stright up especially with heavy lenses

 

[Mt Spokane Photography]

Some users are reporting serious issues with their plate. Does yours have the issue shown here?

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1103460/0#10530203

 

[aZhu]

Some users are reporting serious issues with their plate. Does yours have the issue shown here?

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1103460/0#10530203

I just checked mine and it shows the same "issue". I wonder if this will severely affect damaging the camera body...
Mine already has a small faint line on my camera body... grrr!

 

[Bosman]

It goes on a monopod head and tilts left or right, works like a champ for either orientation. No need for a big L bracket for me.

Most tripod/monopod heads can drop to a 90-degree orientation, with a full tilt feature like the head you link, or a drop-notch on a ballhead. The issue is that when in portrait orientation, the center of mass is not directly over the axis of support, meaning you're fighting gravity which can lead to instability (and with a monopod, fatigue since you're supporting more of the weight). The 'big L bracket' has the advantage of keeping the mass centered.

That is science of tilt heads and of gravity, yes, and that's why really right stuff made this tilt head because it can handle a 1dm3 and 70-200 on the side if i want. I have never felt it strain to hold things in place. There is no other tilt head that can handle the weight this one does. That is why i bought it. I have had ballheads, still have a Manfrotto pinch grip head and all that junk, i prefer this powerful smooth tilting head. It doesn't drop things out of center much either. Besides that I'm kinda done luggin a tripod to weddings anymore and when i need low light or portrait assistance this is my setup. Its kinda like the Leica of tilt heads it functions for one thing and does it well.

 

[Bosman]

Some users are reporting serious issues with their plate. Does yours have the issue shown here?

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1103460/0#10530203

I just checked mine and it shows the same "issue". I wonder if this will severely affect damaging the camera body...
Mine already has a small faint line on my camera body... grrr!

S___, ordered mine yesterday...I'm not happy with this! Who at Really Right Stuff is behind releasing this BS fitting product? Now i have to refuse shipment but i am using USPS priority, so it'll be in my mailbox, i suppose i can just bring it to the postoffice un-opened.

 

[aZhu]

Some users are reporting serious issues with their plate. Does yours have the issue shown here?

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1103460/0#10530203

I just checked mine and it shows the same "issue". I wonder if this will severely affect damaging the camera body...
Mine already has a small faint line on my camera body... grrr!



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Everyone that have this problem should call and complain... hopefully they will address this issue and get us a replacement. I'm really sad my brand new 5D3 already has a scuff on it already :(

 

[Mike Miami]

Obviously a rushed product from RRS. I have RRS heads and plates and all are perfect. This is unlike RRS. Hopefully RRS reworks the plates and offers updated ones to the early buyers. Anxiously waiting to see the Kirk version before ordering.

 

[jlev23]

i just cancelled my preorder. damn

 

[aZhu]

Just spoke with Mark from RRS. He said he'll take a look into this issue and report it to the necessary peoples. I'll keep you guys updated as I get more information.

 

[Bosman]

Just spoke with Mark from RRS. He said he'll take a look into this issue and report it to the necessary peoples. I'll keep you guys updated as I get more information.

I guess i shouldn't call them...I guess i want to confirm it can be returned USPS without charge...

UPDATE: Just called them and they aren't talkin, he said i can only tell you its being looked into. I will end up paying shipping costs to return it. GRRR.

 

[Mt Spokane Photography]

The cost of the plate is high, but the resale value of a camera body with a long indentation down the bottom, and some users have had paint rubbed off the back as well, is going to hurt.

RRS needs to recall them ASAP, and even then their reputation will be ruined if they do not compensate or repair damaged cameras.

I doubt if there would be a class action lawsuit, they are a small company, and lawyers want someone with big bucks to go after. Self destruction by playing dumb will be enough to put their business in Jeoparady.

 

[aZhu]

UPDATE:

Just got an email from RRS:

Dear ANDY,
Thank you for purchasing a Really Right Stuff quick-release plate for your Canon 5D Mark III. We take great pride in the workmanship of all of our products and we stand by everything we make. When we designed quick-release plates for the Canon 5D Mark III, we took great measures to make a plate that fit “really right”. Though the prototypes fit the pre-production body we received, we have found that the fit can be improved on the production bodies and therefore are proceeding with a voluntary recall of B5D3 and B5D3-L quick-release plates.
If you feel that you are satisfied with the plate's fit, then do nothing.
If you would like to take advantage of the recall, please do the following:
For U.S. customers:
1. Contact Really Right Stuff via email: [email protected] or phone: 805-528-6321 and request a return shipping label via UPS. We will send the pre-paid return shipping label to you.
2. If you received your return shipping label via email, please print the label and attach it to the return shipping box. If you receive the label via post, please send us your B5D3 or B5D3-L base plate once the shipping label arrives. Include a copy of your original RRS Sales Order, or a short note with your return shipping information and/or customer information.
3. In the meantime, new plates are being made with the improvements. The first batches should become available within a week or two.
4. After the improved plates become available, one will be shipped to you.
For international customers:
1. Send us your B5D3 or B5D3-L base plate using your country's local carrier. Indicate on any customs forms that the contents of the package are undergoing a warranty replacement. Indicate the shipping costs on the package itself if possible; your shipping costs will be reimbursed via credit card. Include a copy of your original RRS Sales Order, or a short note with your return shipping information and/or customer information.
2. In the meantime, new plates are being made with improvements. The first batches should become available within a week or two.
3. After the improved plates become available, one will be shipped to you. We will ensure that the replacement items are properly labeled to avoid duplicate import taxes and customs fees.
Please send us your B5D3/B5D3-L plate as soon as possible.
Thank you for the opportunity to do our best in providing a high level of customer care and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Sincerely,
Joe Johnson Jr.
Really Right Stuff