Questions tagged [quick-release]

is an accessory to enable (un)joining camera with tripod head in a quicker way than screw mounting.

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Quick-Release Plate Materials

Many manufacturers offer Arca-Swiss type plates and I noticed there are a wide range of materials used for such plates. The ones I've seen are: Bare metal Rubber Cork What are the pros and cons offered by each of these materials for the top of a…
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What is this quick release clamp?

I obtained this surplus quick-release and I would like to buy a matching camera plate. Does anyone know what type this is? It is about 2 1/2 inches square.
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Can quick release plates be bought separately from ball-head?

Reading the reviews, I wished to purchase Manfrotto 498RC2 Ball Head that comes with RC2 quick-release system. Though the product is available online at a few stores, it is no more listed in the Ball-Head section of Manfrotto web-site. Moreover,…
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