In this video I’ll go over all the tripod plates and baseplates I have, and how I use them:
Note: I forgot to mention the VCT plate that I have, which is mainly for broadcast-length cameras and I don’t use them nowadays.
Note: When I say ‘tripod plate’, I mean Tripod Quick Release Plate as well.
My favorite is the OConnor baseplate and a combination of Arca-Swiss compatible plates and clamps. With just these I can work around any rigging need for both still and video.
Please also watch my earlier video about how I use the OConnor baseplate:
And finally, here’s my review of the OConnor baseplate:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k330TJBKsd0
What I have, and where I bought them
Clamps (for Arca-Swiss, the number usually signifies the length in mm)
- Desmond DAC-02 60mm QR Clamp – Amazon
- Kirk 1″ Standard Quick Release Clamp – Amazon
- Desmond Lever Clamp DLVC-50 – Amazon
- Sunwayfoto DDY-64iL Long Handle Discal Disc Clamp – Amazon
Plates (for Arca-Swiss, the number usually signifies the length in mm)
- OConnor Universal Baseplate (Video) – B&H
- Desmond P-25 25mm QR – Amazon
- PT-26 Sunwayfoto 26mm QR Plate – Amazon
- Sunwayfoto 26mm QR Plate DP-26 – Amazon
- Neewer Universal Black Metal PU-70 Quick Release Plate – Amazon
- VCT Wedge Mount Quick Release Plate – Ebay with Pro VCT-U14 Video Quick Release Tripod Plate – Ebay
Miscellaneous
- 10 Pack Self Adhesive Shims – Amazon
