Hold your ZD Tripod Collars close. Replacements are "over" $100.
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John Hermanson
Camtech Photo Services, Inc.
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Jeff Keller wrote:
> The OM tripod adapter at least had some edges that could be butted up
> against the lip of an adapter plate. They've made a step backware IMO.
>
> The foot of the Zuiko 50-200 doesn't have even a single straight edge
> that can prevent rotation. Fortunately the base of the tripod foot
> seems to resist rotation. The Zuiko 150/2 isn't any better. The short
> RRS multipurpose rail looks as good as the Zuiko tripod feet.
> Fortuitously the RRS multi purpose rails have an adjustable stop that
> has a curved edge. It isn't as good as having a simple flat edge on
> the foot but works adequately when butted up against the front of the
> Zuiko tripod foot.
>
> Yes, Olympus isn't the only one designing stupid tripod feet on their lenses.
>
> It surely wouldn't be hard to put a rectangular foot with a couple
> dovetails on a lens. With rounded corners like the RRS plates, it
> would look as good as what they have now and be a lot more functional.
> That could instantly identify them as designing professional
> equipment. (Sorry I still remember the comments an Oly official made
> regarding the E-1 not being considered professional unless it was big)
>
> -jeff
>
> On 11/15/07, Winsor Crosby <wincros@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>>Does anyone make their lens foot into a quick release plate? Not that
>>I am aware. Oly does not need to be singled out for that. Some of
>>them( a couple of Nikons are notorious) are not sturdy enough to
>>provide a stable platform.
>>
>>
>>
>>Winsor
>>Long Beach, California, USA
>>
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