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:ROTFL: Yes you got me there, Ken.I know what you're doing---you've got a Cambo WRS 1600 on your mind...
It might just might be easier to sell/trade in your Cambo 1200 and get the new Cambo WRS 1600 that you really want.
Ken
So I bought the smart flex for Hasselblad H it's a good idea but it's not a finished solution. It could have been really simple it made correctly to sell world wide with ease.
Why didn't the H adapter plate have the exact fitting for the base of camera?
Why is the vertical position base to short to not allow H camera to center over tripod whe rotated?
And finally why is the Arca Swiss compatible grooves missing?
I have it and I use it and every time I say to myself WHY couldn't it be made right from the beginning and why is there still not an upgradable product or solution?
Bab
Very interesting. Only stickler on L-plates for the Phase camera body is making sure there is enough clearance to use the electromagnetic release cable. It was hard to see on the video, but looks like you can still use the cable, or at least without much interference.
I'd like to know more!
ken
:ROTFL: Yes you got me there, Ken.
I was just hoping that I could get away on the cheap.
But ain't nothing cheap in the inferno.
Probably best to do it right and just take the 1600 plunge
I'm actually having a hard time using a cable release on the XF body. Using a cable release is one of those *tricks* to use when you get a "blinker" in portraiture. I don't know exactly why this works, but when I get a subject that is a "blinker" (uncanny sense and ability to blink when you press the shutter)---I shift to a cable release and *presto* the number of keepers without eyes closed goes up dramatically.You actually STILL use cables with the XF?
I'm actually having a hard time using a cable release on the XF body. Using a cable release is one of those *tricks* to use when you get a "blinker" in portraiture. I don't know exactly why this works, but when I get a subject that is a "blinker" (uncanny sense and ability to blink when you press the shutter)---I shift to a cable release and *presto* the number of keepers without eyes closed goes up dramatically.
I think it is the RRS L-bracket that I have that makes it impossible for me to use the cable release when the camera is in portrait orientation on the camera stand/tripod. The cable entry port is blocked by the tripod/stand release plate when in portrait orientation. I have a spacer block, but that is a total pita to use.
Not a fan of the new Hahnel release cable, but I don't think the new BOB will help either. But yes---still use a release on occasion.
Thanks for the picture Steve. Smartflex bracket does not appear to be a very good option for Cambo WRS.I had a play with several different camera bodies, release plates, etc. (see attached)
I think it's telling (damning?) that on this forum,a nearly $700 L Bracket is spoken of as an inexpensive option!
Jawad, I think you're on the right track here, and you're better off with the WRS 1600 of course! To consider any other course of action just wouldn't be holding with the spirit of Dante.
On the other hand, you could consider yourself a rebel and opt for the carefully removing my IQ3 100 and carefully rotating/reseating it plan of action. As long as you perform each procedure perfectly, your cost is nothing.
Steve Hendrix/CI