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Re: [OM] Who uses a Bogen/Manfrotto 410/3275 geared head?

Subject: Re: [OM] Who uses a Bogen/Manfrotto 410/3275 geared head?
From: Chuck Norcutt <chucknorcutt@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:50:27 -0400
I think I need a primer on Arca-Swiss stuff.

Chuck Norcutt


On 7/31/2011 7:01 PM, usher99@xxxxxxx wrote:
> One other more expensive solution is an A-S conversion.  I recall a
> similar thread in Feb. The double  dove-tail results in no slippage at
> all and the plates are all anti-twist.
> The L-brackets are nicely designed and look like cam jewelry.  The
> generic bracket for OM though is a bit heavy and industrial
> appearing--not the case for the 5D.
> I think the link below is the conversion kit I saw.  Surprisingly I
> don't think there is a geared head A-S on the market--except perhaps
> "The Cube."  I would think there would be room for others
> on the market.
>
> A-S conversion and RRS L-bracket and I think you would be very pleased;
> well the CFO might not be.
>
>
>
> http://hejnarphoto.blogspot.com/2011/07/manfrotto-405410adapter-plate-update.html
>
> THE Cube;
>
> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/accessories/arca-cube.shtml
>
> I am sure Jeff K has a knock-off that  though still expensive, doesn't
> cost the earth.
>
> No Twist, Mike
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