photography2art Posted November 12, 2017 Share #1 Posted November 12, 2017 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) Dear fellow S users, Has anyone found a solution for using an L-bracket and the Leica S cable release together with their Leica S 007? The cable release connector is placed such that it runs into the dovetail base when in portrait orientation, landscape orientation works fine since it exits to the left. I'm using the Really Right Stuff L-bracket which, I believe is the only one available for the S 007 and their BH55 ball head with the clamp. As an alternative, I guess one could forgo the use of the cable release and use the 2-second shutter delay Drive mode. Does anyone have experience with 2s versus 12s for eliminating any vibration from hitting the shutter button? And finally, a dumb question, I've done a scan of the Lecia S 007 PDF and I'm not finding if Mirror Lockup mode works with the timer delay Drive mode? If the weather improves I'll go do some experiments tomorrow. Apologies if this has been covered before, I did a search and couldn't find anything. Thank you and kind regards, Glenn science2art on flickr Edited November 12, 2017 by photography2art Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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djmay Posted November 12, 2017 Share #2 Posted November 12, 2017 Dear fellow S users, Has anyone found a solution for using an L-bracket and the Leica S cable release together with their Leica S 007? The cable release connector is placed such that it runs into the dovetail base when in portrait orientation, landscape orientation works fine since it exits to the left. I'm using the Really Right Stuff L-bracket which, I believe is the only one available for the S 007 and their BH55 ball head with the clamp. As an alternative, I guess one could forgo the use of the cable release and use the 2-second shutter delay Drive mode. Does anyone have experience with 2s versus 12s for eliminating any vibration from hitting the shutter button? And finally, a dumb question, I've done a scan of the Lecia S 007 PDF and I'm not finding if Mirror Lockup mode works with the timer delay Drive mode? If the weather improves I'll go do some experiments tomorrow. Apologies if this has been covered before, I did a search and couldn't find anything. Thank you and kind regards, Glenn science2art on flickr 2-second delay is standard procedure for me on S 006.Jesse Sent from my Lenovo YT3-850L using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted November 13, 2017 Share #3 Posted November 13, 2017 Not sure if this might help.... http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/CA-1-Cable-Anchor-for-L-plates The folks at RRS are also very helpful in addressing problems via phone or email to site. They often have workarounds or alternate solutions. And, if they get enough feedback, they've been known to create product changes. Jeff 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McMaster Posted November 13, 2017 Share #4 Posted November 13, 2017 That would have the same issue with using the bracket for portrait format shots, the cables hit the tripod head. john Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan.y Posted November 13, 2017 Share #5 Posted November 13, 2017 (edited) I'm not sure if this helps. I have both the RRS and this Chinese one. The latter is much lighter for reasons obvious in the photo--I think 93 grams or so. 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! Edited November 13, 2017 by alan.y 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/278728-l-bracket-cable-release-for-s007/?do=findComment&comment=3395078'>More sharing options...
John McMaster Posted November 13, 2017 Share #6 Posted November 13, 2017 Any L-grip that goes up the LHS will have problems with cables when in portrait format. john Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NEIL-D-WILLIAMS Posted November 13, 2017 Share #7 Posted November 13, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Glenn I have used both the cable release and 2 second method both in portrait mode with the RRS L plate............you just have to position the L plate in the ball head in a way that it fits. On my something Martians ball head it works just fine..........................saying all that I don't bother taking the cable release with me anymore as I just use mirror up and 2 seconds when ever I am using a tripod Neil Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vieri Posted November 13, 2017 Share #8 Posted November 13, 2017 I would use either the 2-seconds timed release or the Leica S app, which works great. Best regards, Vieri Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
photography2art Posted November 13, 2017 Author Share #9 Posted November 13, 2017 Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Alan where did you find the alternative L-bracket? I was hoping to find a LEMO Right-angle connector but no such luck. I've noticed that on a few test shots 2s with Mirror lock-up is not enough for things to settle down (180mm) and 12s is too long to wait. I agree, leaving the cable release behind is probably the simplest solution. Neil, I did figure out that since the RRS plate is square you can orient the camera to the rear of the ball head dovetail (sideways) and have just enough room for the cable release to exit, even then the fit is tight and the rubber weather seal gets badly twisted. It would be nice to have an old-fashioned cable release thread on the shutter button Glenn Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
photography2art Posted November 13, 2017 Author Share #10 Posted November 13, 2017 Vieri, I tried the app, however, the connection keeps going away when the camera sleeps and then it is a PITA to reconnect everything, do you turn off power save or any "secrets" to share? Also it seems that the app gets very confused if you are using Mirror Lock-up, it seems to work fine if you use 2s + MUP, other than the timeouts. I did figure out that the mirror lock-up does indeed start at the beginning of the timer cycle, which was not originally clear to me - page 35 of the English manual is where it is documented. At 100mm and below the 2s seems to work, but 120mm and 180mm it seems hit and miss, and I have a pretty gentle touch on the shutter button Glenn Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmay Posted November 16, 2017 Share #11 Posted November 16, 2017 Vieri, I tried the app, however, the connection keeps going away when the camera sleeps and then it is a PITA to reconnect everything, do you turn off power save or any "secrets" to share? Also it seems that the app gets very confused if you are using Mirror Lock-up, it seems to work fine if you use 2s + MUP, other than the timeouts. I did figure out that the mirror lock-up does indeed start at the beginning of the timer cycle, which was not originally clear to me - page 35 of the English manual is where it is documented. At 100mm and below the 2s seems to work, but 120mm and 180mm it seems hit and miss, and I have a pretty gentle touch on the shutter button Glenn I use 180 with 2-second delay frequently without any problem. This includes longer exposures. Are you sure there are no other sources of vibration? One of the reasons I use a wooden tripod is that it dampens vibrations so well. Jesse Sent from my Lenovo YT3-850L using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vieri Posted November 16, 2017 Share #12 Posted November 16, 2017 Vieri, I tried the app, however, the connection keeps going away when the camera sleeps and then it is a PITA to reconnect everything, do you turn off power save or any "secrets" to share? Also it seems that the app gets very confused if you are using Mirror Lock-up, it seems to work fine if you use 2s + MUP, other than the timeouts. I did figure out that the mirror lock-up does indeed start at the beginning of the timer cycle, which was not originally clear to me - page 35 of the English manual is where it is documented. At 100mm and below the 2s seems to work, but 120mm and 180mm it seems hit and miss, and I have a pretty gentle touch on the shutter button Glenn Hello Glenn, turning off power save would definitely help. Also, I connect the app (both S and SL) using the password, not the square barcode; this makes it much faster to reconnect in case of disconnections. About 2s + MUP, that's the only way I ever used it - for landscape, it does make sense to me to use MUP for long exposure anyway Best regards, Vieri Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoppyman Posted November 16, 2017 Share #13 Posted November 16, 2017 RRS make a configurable spacer designed to improve access for tethering cables in that scenario. That is what I use with the Typ 007 and L bracket Search cable release spacer on the RRS site Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McMaster Posted November 16, 2017 Share #14 Posted November 16, 2017 (edited) That would do it, looks a little flexible? http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/CRS-Cable-Relief-Spacer john Edited November 16, 2017 by John McMaster 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
photography2art Posted November 17, 2017 Author Share #15 Posted November 17, 2017 Jesse, I'm beginning to suspect my tripod setup. I should never have sold my old Ries J-100 Vieri, I'll try power save off, I did have a password setup. Again I'm thinking my issue is the tripod and head combination. John & Geoff - I'll look into the spacer. The RRS S007 L-bracket has a very small dovetail to plate interface since it is square as you all know, it never seems as firm as the old RRS L-bracket on the old D810. My tripod is an Induro Series 3 with the RRS BH55 head, I have a TV-33 leg set on the way, I think it might be the legs are causing the vibration, my touch is very light on the shutter so I don't think that is it, it is often windy in the Southwest, so that exacerbates any issues. More experimenting this weekend. Thank you everyone and kind regards, Glenn Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted November 17, 2017 Share #16 Posted November 17, 2017 That would do it, looks a little flexible? http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/CRS-Cable-Relief-Spacer john The link I gave above showed the spacer as well, with customer comments comparing use of the two. I should have been more specific. But that's why I suggested the OP call or email RRS customer service; they are quick to discuss all solutions. Very helpful staff. Jeff 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZHNL Posted November 17, 2017 Share #17 Posted November 17, 2017 The problem for 12s self time doesn’t improve stability at all, it still just lift mirror around 2s left, most vibration comes mirror lift action and 2s may not enough if you picky. Jesse, long exposure actually will be less sensitive to this initial vibration caused by mirror. I wish Leica can update its firmware to introduce option for longer mirror lock up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoppyman Posted November 17, 2017 Share #18 Posted November 17, 2017 (edited) You can choose different orientations and also positions for the cable clamp. I has always been happy with the security and stability of the RRS ballhead and the L bracket too. I havent tethered much as yet but it can be done in portrait orientation with the spacer. Note the need to position the spacer further back in the ballhead clamp for clearance of that cable too 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! Edited November 17, 2017 by hoppyman 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/278728-l-bracket-cable-release-for-s007/?do=findComment&comment=3397829'>More sharing options...
John McMaster Posted November 18, 2017 Share #19 Posted November 18, 2017 Thanks, I use a Cube but that adapter should still work john Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NEIL-D-WILLIAMS Posted November 18, 2017 Share #20 Posted November 18, 2017 I still prefer the mirror up plus 2 seconds Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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