L- Bracket for the Leica M240

[stephengv]

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Hi, I have a Manfrotto Befree Carbon Fiber tripod. I a m currently looking for an L-Bracket for my camera. The Manfrotto Q2 L bracket is expensive and you have to use an Allen wrench to instal and remove it. Are their alternatives? 

[Jeff S]

http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/BM240-L-Set-L-plate-for-M240

 

Good product, but similar issues. It is modular, though, and baseplate attaches with simple wing nut.

 

Jeff

Edited June 26, 2017 by Jeff S

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[Tailwagger]

The RRS is certainly worth considering. Not cheap, but it replaces the entire baseplate which makes it a very nice integrated design that as Jeff S mentioned just screws right on. The other advantage is that you can add a grip. Certainly not cheap, but a Leica grip alone will set you back a more money, where the RRS does double duty. Extremely well made as well.  Have one for my 240, I just ordered my second one for the M10. 

Edited June 26, 2017 by Tailwagger

[DaveNC]

I see RRS didn't make one for the M-D.  Too bad, I'd have bought it.

[digger1914]

The RRS is certainly worth considering. Not cheap, but it replaces the entire baseplate which makes it a very nice integrated design that as Jeff S mentioned just screws right on. The other advantage is that you can add a grip. Certainly not cheap, but a Leica grip alone will set you back a more money, where the RRS does double duty. Extremely well made as well.  Have one for my 240, I just ordered my second one for the M10. 

Another vote for RRS.  I use their base plate on my 240 and couldn't be happier with it.  If I ever feel the need for an L plate I can add the extra wing.

[Ranchhand]

Since I have a RRS L-bracket for my M240, and since it and the M-D are the same size, they seem to fit both cameras with no problem.

[stephengv]

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Will the RRS plate attached to My Manfrotto Befree tripod? I don't use Arca-swiss

[Jeff S]

You can call or email RRS to discuss solutions. They're very helpful.

 

Jeff