dclark wrote:
An update on the Leofoto L-bracket on the A1II. It works fine and is well made, but has a small problem due to the shortened Arca-Swiss groove on the front. If you use a clamp with a longer jaw, like the RRS PC-LR, it is not possible to get the camera centered in the clamp. It is offset a bit and consequently not centered over the axis of rotation. Often this is not an issue, but I find it aggravating.
You can see the shortened groove in the first photo below. The groove is a bit shorter due to the way Leofoto enables the battery door to open fully by using a section of the bracket that rotates out of the way, which is shown in the second photo. By contrast on the A1, the RRS bracket has longer groove and the battery door clears the bracket since it has a larger opening. That does result in the bracket protruding a bit at the bottom of the grip.
Its a small point, but depending on your preference you may to consider this in your choice.
It's worth noting that the A1 bracket will attach to the A1II and allow it to be mounted on an Arca-Swiss clamp, but the grip is uncomfortable and the battery door is blocked. Not a good solution but it works if necessary.
Hadn't even noticed that Dave! I bought mine mainly for the extra height if adds to the grip. I haven't even tried mounting it on a tripod yet.
Just checked on my Leofoto tripod. Indeed, the clamp is slightly too wide. So I can't quite line it up to the centerline of the sensor. I was able to use a clamp off a different ballhead that isn't as wide and is able to be cenetered. Barely.
FWIW the RRS plate's Arca Swiss dovetail does extend the entire width of the front. Although the RRS plate has other issues like having to pull the LCD away from the body to tilt the LCD down.
Pick your poison I guess 😃
Dec 26, 2024 at 06:09 PM
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