Overview : Lens Plate for Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens and RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L USM Lens. D061 and D065 can be used with cameras with battery grip. D060 may interfere with battery grip and not permit 360 collar rotation.
Features :
- D061 = 2.25 inches long, 1.50 inches wide, Weight: 1.2 oz (33g), 3/8 inches thick plus 0.2 locating pin
- D065 = 3.160 inches long, 1.50 inches wide, Weight: 1.75 oz (50g), 3/8 inches thick plus 0.2 locating pin
- D060 = 3.750 inches long, 1.50 inches wide, Weight: 2.4 oz (67g), 3/8 inches thick plus 0.2 locating pin
- Compatible with: Markins including level release clamp, Really Right Stuff, including level release plate, Arca Swiss, Wimberley, Kirk, Photo Clam, Foba, Vanguard ABH Series Ball Heads (ABH is Vangaurds only Arca-Compatible series), Custom Brackets, Jobu Designs, Acratech, Benro, LeoPhoto, Sirui, Sunwayphoto, FLM, SmallRig, Other Arca Swiss type products
- Precision C.N.C. machined from 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Black hard coat anodized surface
- Stainless steel hardware
Quality/Usability : Ever since purchasing the RF 70-200 f2.8L, anytime I use this lens, I always use the tripod collar to mount it to my Arca-Swiss ballhead. This evenly distributes the weight and not solely on the camera where it ends up being front heavy.
Hejnar Photo is typically my go to brand for all plate related camera accessory. It's high quality material and sturdy.
Above are three plates that Hejnar Photo offers
Above are three plates that Hejnar Photo offers
- D061 = 2.25 inches long, 1.50 inches wide, Weight: 1.2 oz (33g), 3/8 inches thick plus 0.2 locating pin
- D065 = 3.160 inches long, 1.50 inches wide, Weight: 1.75 oz (50g), 3/8 inches thick plus 0.2 locating pin
- D060 = 3.750 inches long, 1.50 inches wide, Weight: 2.4 oz (67g), 3/8 inches thick plus 0.2 locating pin
Not only does it work with the RF 70-200 f2.8L but also the RF 100-500 f4.5-7.1L lens. The plates all come with the same two tools in different size for the different sized screws.
All three plates have a 1/4-20" screw that attaches to the bottom of the tripod collar along with two smaller screws that prevents the plate from sliding off the ballhead. On the bottom of each, there is a pin that inserts itself into the tripod collar to prevent the plate from rotating.
The D065 (what I like to call Medium) and the D060 (I call this Large), both have a Quick Detach (QD) socket hole that allows you to attach a QD style strap. QD system has been used for years by industries around the world including NASA, law enforcement and military agencies. If you don't have a QD strap, you can ignore this.
Here is a closer look at the plate along with the pin, screw and bottom of the tripod collar.
And here's a closer look at each plate mounted to the tripod color. This gives you a general idea of how long the plate is on the tripod collar.
D061 - I also show it with a BG-R10 battery grip
D065 - I also show it with a BG-R10 battery grip
D060 - If you have the BG-R10, the larger lens plate will not fit as the grip will get in the way. It's fine if the tripod collar is rotated in any other direction other than at the bottom as the grip gets in the way.
Here is a closer look at the plate along with the pin, screw and bottom of the tripod collar.
And here's a closer look at each plate mounted to the tripod color. This gives you a general idea of how long the plate is on the tripod collar.
D061 - I also show it with a BG-R10 battery grip
D065 - I also show it with a BG-R10 battery grip
D060 - If you have the BG-R10, the larger lens plate will not fit as the grip will get in the way. It's fine if the tripod collar is rotated in any other direction other than at the bottom as the grip gets in the way.
It's suggested to get the two smaller sizes if you use the grip often. The issue may be the same with the Canon R3 (unfortunately, I do not have one to confirm) or any future gripped cameras.
Here's a look at the lens mounted onto a Arca Swiss ballhead and how much movement you have by moving it forward or back.
Here's a look at the lens mounted onto a Arca Swiss ballhead and how much movement you have by moving it forward or back.
For a more detailed look at the tripod lens plates, take a look at our video below.
Conclusion : Overall, the Hejnar Photo Canon RF 70-200mm 100-500mm Arca Swiss Tripod Lens Plate is a great accessory to own if you mount the lens on a tripod often. This is great for those who do landscape or birding. I prefer the D065 as it fits offers a bit more flexibility when I want to move the camera forward or back and if I use a grip, it does not interfere.
Conclusion : Overall, the Hejnar Photo Canon RF 70-200mm 100-500mm Arca Swiss Tripod Lens Plate is a great accessory to own if you mount the lens on a tripod often. This is great for those who do landscape or birding. I prefer the D065 as it fits offers a bit more flexibility when I want to move the camera forward or back and if I use a grip, it does not interfere.
