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Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide

  • Price: $10.95
  • B&H # VEQB5W
  • Mfr# QB-5W

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The Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate fits the CX-560, 660, 684 and DF-60 tripods, and features a wide rubberized surface with a 1/4"-20 camera screw and video pin.

A quick release plate can be kept attached to the camera's base and allows the user to quickly and easily attach or remove the camera from the tripod without having to waste time fumbling with the threaded mount.

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VelbonQB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide
 
4.7

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (9)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Attaches firmly (7)
  • Stable (6)
  • Strong clamp (6)
  • Fits well (4)
  • Large range of motion (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Stabilization (7)
    • Photography (6)
    • Portraits (5)
    • Long exposures (4)
    • Landscape/scenery (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Semi-pro photographer (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    These little gadgets are wonderful!

    Just attach one of these little gadgets to the bottom of your cameras and they're always ready to quickly mount onto your tripod. I would have one for each camera, or highpower binoculars that ...Read complete review

    Just attach one of these little gadgets to the bottom of your cameras and they're always ready to quickly mount onto your tripod. I would have one for each camera, or highpower binoculars that are able to use a tripod. Just make sure they're always tight. I lost one this winter as I was out taking pictures in the snow....this time I ordered 2.....one for a backup. AS far as I know they're only useful with Velbon tripods.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Great Quick Release

    I love this tripod and the quick release has never failed me. Only downfall is it's real hard to keep track of it sometimes. I actually lost mine and had to replace it. But...Read complete review

    I love this tripod and the quick release has never failed me. Only downfall is it's real hard to keep track of it sometimes. I actually lost mine and had to replace it. But thankfully it's cheap!

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    5.0

    Useful to have more than one of those

    By Andray

    from Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attaches Firmly
    • Strong Clamp

    Cons

    • None

    Best Uses

    • Home
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Night Shots
    • Portraits
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

    Great to quickly switch cameras on a tripod.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    5.0

    Makes changing cameras, etc. a breeze!

    By Monterey Vistas

    from Marina, CA

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attaches Firmly
    • Good Stability
    • Large Range of Motion
    • Strong Clamp

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Night Shots
      • Portraits
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Wildlife

      Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

      I am a naturalist and use the tripod for a spotting scope and cameras. I used to change from a wide angle lens to telephoto and that was a hassle in the field.

      With two cameras I eliminated the lens changing but still had to move the quick release from one camera to the other. With the second quick release platform changing from the wide angle to telephoto is a breeze!

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      5.0

      These little gadgets are wonderful!

      By Nature-lover

      from Hart, MI

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attaches Firmly
      • Convenient
      • Good Stability
      • Sturdy quality

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Night Shots
        • Portraits
        • Sports/Action
        • Video
        • Weddings/Events
        • Wildlife

        Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

        Just attach one of these little gadgets to the bottom of your cameras and they're always ready to quickly mount onto your tripod. I would have one for each camera, or highpower binoculars that are able to use a tripod. Just make sure they're always tight. I lost one this winter as I was out taking pictures in the snow....this time I ordered 2.....one for a backup. AS far as I know they're only useful with Velbon tripods.

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        3.0

        Great Quick Release

        By Amy

        from Edmond, OK

        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Attaches Firmly
        • Good Stability
        • Large Range of Motion
        • Strong Clamp

        Cons

        • Easy to lose

        Best Uses

        • Photography
        • Stabilization

        Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

        I love this tripod and the quick release has never failed me. Only downfall is it's real hard to keep track of it sometimes. I actually lost mine and had to replace it. But thankfully it's cheap!

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        5.0

        "A Perfect Fit"

        By Mstee4eva

        from Raleigh, NC

        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Attaches Firmly
        • Good Stability
        • Large Range of Motion
        • Strong Clamp

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Long Exposures
          • Photography
          • Portraits
          • Stabilization

          Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

          You attach this plate to the base of your camera & then attach it to your tripod.

          Attaches easily with, a coin, a key or small flat head screw driver.
          It fastens, sturdily to the camera & tripod & is easy to get on & off, yet stable & sturdy.

          I have no complaints.

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          4.0

          Works as expected

          By Travis

          from IA

          About Me Pro Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attaches Firmly
          • Good Stability
          • Strong Clamp

          Cons

          • Slightly too large

          Best Uses

          • Long Exposures

          Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

          The product works well with my Velbon S-6000 tripod. A little larger than I'd like, but it fits snugly and works as expected.

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          5.0

          Does what it says

          By aspracha

          from Syracuse, NY

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attaches Firmly
          • Good Stability
          • Strong Clamp

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Long Exposures
            • Photography
            • Stabilization

            Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

            The platform fit my tripod perfectly, just as the description said it would. [...] Ali S. PrachaSyracuse, NY

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            5.0

            Replaced lost plate perfectly

            By MetaEd

            from Fort Worth, Texas

            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Fits Well

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Long Exposures
              • Photography
              • Reducing Noise (ISO Reduction)
              • Stabilization

              Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

              We had lost the quick release plate for our tripod. This was purchased as a replacement. It worked perfectly.

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              5.0

              Good, sturdy plate for Velbon tripods

              By CY IN NC

              from Raleigh, NC

              About Me Casual user

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Fits Well
              • Improves Tripod Function
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Photography
                • Portraits
                • Stabilization

                Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

                I keep multiple of these for different cameras. Fits, tight, doesn't come loose from the camera or tripod. Somewhat bulky when attached to camera, but not base, but that's the only platform my tripod uses.

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                5.0

                Perfect Fit

                By racefan

                from Ashland NE

                About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Fits Well

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Stabilization

                  Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

                  I lost the original quick release platform for my tripod when I was on vacation. I found a replacement in your catalog and received it within a few days. It fits perfectly. Now I can use my tripod again.

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                  5.0

                  Great replacement part

                  By richee the photographer

                  from Los Angeles

                  About Me Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Compact
                  • Fits Well
                  • Improves Tripod Function
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Photography
                    • Stabilization

                    Comments about Velbon QB-5W Quick Release Plate - Wide:

                    Because this part is not permanently attached to the tripod, I often leave it or lose it. It works great with my digital camera and the Velbon tripod.

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