Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

I have used several different brackets and all have worked but none have satisified my needs. I always had to adjust my flash to the position of the camera and that was an extra step that used valuable seconds when photographing weddings. This bracket eliminates that extra step. Just rotate the camera in its original position and the flash is situated exactly the same regardless. The downside to this particualr bracket is the wieght. Also, there is no need to buy an additional anti twist plate and it is part of the design. Finally a company that doesn't charge you extra for an essential part. Unfortunately it is heavier than the other brackets I've used. I realize it is due to its design, but every ounce added is amplified in your wrists when photographing all day.

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I bought this bracket to use with off-camera flash with protrait framing. This bracket is extreaminy well made. The machining of the parts is very precise and smooth to the touch. The mounting of the camera has a plate with adjustments to keep the camera from rotating on the plate. This is a great feature. Rotating the camera, in my opinion, is much better than flipping the flash. It is faster, easier to handle, and safe for the flash. The design has a "Hand Hold" feature directly under the camera mount which makes it easy to hold and steady the camera. It is well worth the extra cost over some of the other brackets. After all, if you are going to mount many thousands of dollars worth of equipment on a bracket you need to get a really good solid bracket and this is it. I am very pleased with this item. I shoot a 5D mk3 with a 580 EX2 so the additional weight is not that noticible.

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I use this camera primarily for weddings and while I LOVE using it, and will continue to do so, with all of the great features; there are things that I don't love about it as well.

First, the "Good": I love the lens cradle, which allows you to hold the camera naturally, as if you don't even have a device supporting it. I use this in reception halls where the light weight makes it easy to shoot for long periods without any noticeable discomfort. And the retracting flash support lets me carry it in a standard camera bag. You can also release the flash head pretty quickly. When you carry this baby around, you are the "PROFESSIONAL", and the amateurs bow to you—lol!!

Now, the "Bad": The camera swings in a smooth arc, until you reach the 90 degree pivot stops. When I spin the camera, it snaps into place with a rather jarring "klunk", which shakes the camera noticeably. I would prefer a design that rotates the camera smoothly all the way through the movement.

The Ugly: Well maybe not "ugly", but certainly noteworthy—lol! The "kick-stand" legs that you fold out to keep the camera standing do not EVER stay in place. I am CONSTANTLY having to push them back, which is extremely aggravating when on the job. There have been times when the whole thing crashed over due to these little things disappearing. I think there should be some sort of fail-safe mechanism that positively snaps it into position.

Also, the flash support has a tendency to slide all over the place unless it is f-i-r-m-l-y locked down. Maybe add click stops?
Well, other than the "nit picks", this is a pretty darn awesome rig that I heartily recommend to anyone who is serious about event photography.
I can say without hesitation that it is built to last a lifetime, and certainly worth every penny.

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Camera mount is completely adjustable to fit pro cameras with or without battery grip. The bracket rotates the camera to keep the flash on top when using in landscape or portrait orientation. The rotation mechanism uses detents so there's no buttons or levers to get the camera to rotate and this makes it easy and fast to operate in the middle of action-packed events such as weddings. This is my second Pro-M bracket. I've been using the first one for 4 years and decided to get another one for my other camera. First one still functions and looks like new (even though I've done several beach weddings). Even though it doesn't fit in my camera bag, I still recommend this bracket (and I've tried many). To overcome it not fitting in my bag, I rigged up a Velcro strap to hold it to the outside of the bag.

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this product gives everthing i neeed to rotate the flash away from camera adjustable strong and it looks the part for photography i am happy dont know about you!!!!!.

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It felt like a quality product. Instructions are useless. I'm still not sure what the anti-rotation screws do on the CMP when the camera is already mounted. I broke my OC-E3 on the flash bracket the first time I used it. It's probably Canon's design fault but the flash mounting is weak and diddly. The CMP is also in the way when using in portrait mode and you need to reach around for the shutter release. Despite all these negative comments, I know I will grow to love it.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

The custom pro m rotating bracket is great! I shoot a lot of verticle shots and love the ease of rotating quickly into the verticle position. I use a battery grip as well and there's plenty of room for it. The only downside is the weight, but the quality of the product is worth it.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

Great product. Fair price. I should have bought one of these 10 years ago when I first started shooting 35mm.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

This bracket has changed the quality if my pictures greatly. I shoot club pictures and weddings and this bracket gives me pro results. Remounting the camera after you take it off the bracket plate is a hassle because you will need a screw driver with you.

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All i have to say is that this bracket made my life easier. I've had problems with brackets in the past where the turning of the actual flash breaks one end of the sync cable but just the fact that the camera is the one turning there is no stress on the flash or cable. A little bulky but it's worth it!!

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I like the functionality of the bracket but wish the design could be a bit more advanced allowing the flash holder be more adjustable like hight and rotation. Overall good!

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TONS of research and THIS IS( for me) THE best Flash bracket I could afford!!
This puppy is light AND tuff.
Smooth rotation and a lovely CLICK to verify lock
I have put a 7D With grip,70-200 IS 2.8 USM Mark II and 580 EX II on it and it balanced VERY well.(You do need to get several do-hickies to use grip and quick release etc, so keep that in mind.)They are a little pricey but It's a buy one and done deal so far.Besides you don't want to attach several thousand $ of EQ on a $3.00 part!
I am definitely IMPRESSED with this bracket!!
Although I HAVE NOT had a chance to field test it I will update the review when I do.Thanks for reading

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

Nice Bracket

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

The bracket is very well built and perfect for any event shooting. The rotation is very smooth, with positive stops when locked into the landscape and portrait positions. Nothing negative to report. It performs as advertised and is well worth the money.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

4.5 star rating. It is very easy to use and assemble. I use it with a battery pack so it is very easy to replace batteries. Solidly built. American made. Purchase the optional quick release for the camera with this kit. Taking the camera off would take a few seconds that you may not have.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

This bracket is a must have for photographers that work weddings or events. It is very easy to use and helps with stability and control of each shot. I added the camera quick release to mine so that when I want to take the camera off the bracket or tripod that I use then it takes only a few seconds to do that.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

Very easy to assemble.
Easy to rotate.
A plus for the hobby photographer and professionals as well.
Nothing negative about this bracket...

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

Great bracket, strong realiable. A little heavy but for the convinience that I get from it it is well worthit. Use it for wedding photography all the time now. It is awesome.

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I always seem to have a problem with the harsh background flash bouncing the flash. I do wedding photography and in most chases I have to be fast in taking some shots, I don't have time to think how the flash should be bounced and in most situations I am walking backwards to capture the event.

Finally I decided to spend up and buy this Digital ProM kit. I used it last week for a wedding. It was so relaxing working with this gadget as only had to think about composition and capturing the emotions. I only had to flip the camera.

It's a bit costly but it is durable so it should last me a life time. The only thing against it is that now I am carrying more weight in my hands but I rather that then the harsh shadows. Extremely happy with this product.

Comments about Custom Brackets Digital PRO-M Camera Rotating Bracket Kit:

Family pictures mostly

Very easy to change from hoizonal to vertical without shadows
So far no criticis