how do you attach your manfrotto 501PL plate to you GH1/2?

[tikigod19]

im after the same advice billh

 

[Tommygun]

Thanks all and hierarchy films,

I found this thread very helpful. On the basis of the information here, I ordered the 323RC to go on my 501PL for the 701HDV head for the GH2.

I am now very happy with this camera set-up.

Thanks again all.

 

[Bern Caughey]

I use this Arca-Swiss adapter on various Manfrotto, Satchler, & Gitzo, heads.

http://www.kirkphoto.com/SQRC-501PL_Manfrotto_Quick_Release_Clamp.html

And this plate on the GH2

http://www.kirkphoto.com/1_3_4in_x_2_7_8in_Universal_fit_Camera_Plate_1_4in_Thread.html

 

[unadog]

Similar to the Arca Swiss ..

I use Really Right Stuff "L" plates on all of my cameras, so that I can have them horizontal or vertical on the tripod or other device for still pics.

http://reallyrightstuff.com/Product...c=B5D2-L:-L-plate-for-Canon-5D-Mark-II&key=it

I then use Really Right Stuff lever Quick Release clamps on the top of my tripod ballhead, fluid head, monopod, Zacuto, Sony monopod support system, and slider.


http://reallyrightstuff.com/Product...2-LR-II:-60mm-LR-clamp-with-dual-mount&key=it

You can also use screw clamps, they will adapt to any RRS, Arca, Kirk, etc plate.


There is also a gut on eBay who sells 501 plates with an Arca type clamp mounted on the plate. I haven't used them, so I can't vouch for them.

I have used RRS for 15+ years after being totally frustrated trying to get Manfrotto plates to stay secure. RRS are really well engineered. Use a l;ittle non-permanent Loc-Tite and they stay put! Never, ever had an issue.