Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/12/02
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I use a metal CTOOM flash bracket when I mount my M3 on a tripod. For those not familiar with it, the CTOOM has centrally located threaded bushings which permit the attachment of it to a tripod. The result is a much sturdier arrangement than attaching to the M's baseplate. The camera can be removed from the CTOOM while it's mounted on a tripod. BTW, I offered my CTOOM for sale a while back but had no takers. I've decided to keep it. Bud Nigel B Watson wrote: > Wouldn't it be splendid if someone (even *Leica*) made a replacement > baseplate for the M with an integrated arca-style plate and a centred > tripod bush? The Kirk/RRS M6 plates are nice, but they place a good deal > of leverage on the baseplate. One must be very careful not to lift up on > the body whilst it is mounted to the tripod via the RRS plate! > > Regards, > Nigel >