Leica Guy Posted January 17, 2016 Share #1 Posted January 17, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) I've learned over several decades that my photographs are better if I use a tripod. I'm more deliberate, contemplative, focused if I use a tripod. I slow down and I compose better. I take fewer, better, higher IQ photos. I enjoy the experience more than when I "spray and pray", which I've done plenty of in my earlier days in photography. To that end, I wanted to add an arca-swiss mount to my new Q. I have multiple tripods already setup for that mount and wanted to be consistent in continuing with that standard. I tried to buy a Really Right Stuff base, but so far that appears to be unavailable., I expect with the popularity of the Q, that will change. I hope so. They make great gear. During the interim, I found an arca-swiss base made by Desmond on eBay and ordered it. It's the Desmond DP-60 ($12.50) which is 60 mm long and seemed a good fit for my needs. I have the Leica half case which had the magnetic flap and catch concealing the battery compartment. It may be sacrilege, but I cut that flap off and the new base fits amazingly very nicely into the open base now. Longer term I plan to buy a 100 mm Desmond base which will then completely cover the open area in the case. This solution does require me to unscrew the base to change the battery or SD card. I'm not happy about that and I am looking to arrange a base to allow the battery compartment to be accessed. Hopefully some of you find this helpful. Feel free to ask questions. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/255707-arca-swiss-tripod-mount-for-the-q/?do=findComment&comment=2970278'>More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted January 17, 2016 Posted January 17, 2016 Hi Leica Guy, Take a look here Arca-Swiss Tripod Mount for the Q. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
alvinbmx Posted January 17, 2016 Share #2 Posted January 17, 2016 I'm waiting for one that is specifically for Q as well. In the mean time, I'm using the 70mm version which is the longer version of yours. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marchyman Posted January 17, 2016 Share #3 Posted January 17, 2016 A 38mm square plate that doesn't get in the way of the camera battery door on the Q came with a Peak Design strap I bought. I stuff my camera in a cheap neoprene case -- case fit isn't an issue for me. https://www.peakdesign.com/product/clips/standard-plate Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefanusj Posted January 18, 2016 Share #4 Posted January 18, 2016 A 38mm square plate that doesn't get in the way of the camera battery door on the Q came with a Peak Design strap I bought. I stuff my camera in a cheap neoprene case -- case fit isn't an issue for me. https://www.peakdesign.com/product/clips/standard-plate same here. i just use the plate from peak design straps or arca plates from the 3 legged things tripod (they are all the same size). Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcg Posted January 18, 2016 Share #5 Posted January 18, 2016 Actually he will accept $10 if you make an offer Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebas_ Posted February 22, 2021 Share #6 Posted February 22, 2021 Just waiting on my Leica Q2 to arrive. Does anybody now wether Peak Design's Dual Plate will fit between battery and SD card door? https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/clips/products/dual-plate Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyBug Posted January 30, 2022 Share #7 Posted January 30, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I've got the latest PK plate ... it covers the SD card door, and partially covers the battery lever. BUT, the battery lever can still be activated and release the battery. Wish the plate wasn't hex key tool required, though. Would prefer a coin slot ... might consider modifying the head. Time will tell. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBC Posted February 1, 2022 Share #8 Posted February 1, 2022 (edited) On 1/16/2016 at 7:46 PM, Leica Guy said: I've learned over several decades that my photographs are better if I use a tripod. I'm more deliberate, contemplative, focused if I use a tripod. I slow down and I compose better. I take fewer, better, higher IQ photos. I enjoy the experience more than when I "spray and pray", which I've done plenty of in my earlier days in photography. To that end, I wanted to add an arca-swiss mount to my new Q. I have multiple tripods already setup for that mount and wanted to be consistent in continuing with that standard. I tried to buy a Really Right Stuff base, but so far that appears to be unavailable., I expect with the popularity of the Q, that will change. I hope so. They make great gear. During the interim, I found an arca-swiss base made by Desmond on eBay and ordered it. It's the Desmond DP-60 ($12.50) which is 60 mm long and seemed a good fit for my needs. I have the Leica half case which had the magnetic flap and catch concealing the battery compartment. It may be sacrilege, but I cut that flap off and the new base fits amazingly very nicely into the open base now. Longer term I plan to buy a 100 mm Desmond base which will then completely cover the open area in the case. This solution does require me to unscrew the base to change the battery or SD card. I'm not happy about that and I am looking to arrange a base to allow the battery compartment to be accessed. Hopefully some of you find this helpful. Feel free to ask questions. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! I use the JJC grip, which includes the Arca mount, while leaving both battery / SD card accessible. It was a bargain price vs any other grip, too. have a look here (it says it's not available from this vendor, but at least you can see the build): https://www.amazon.ca/Release-Aluminum-Compatible-Replaces-handgrip/dp/B0893T9C8D Edited February 1, 2022 by TomBC Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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