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Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws
The Manfrotto 501PL Quick Release Plate is a 3.38" long sliding quick release plate compatible with heads that use the RC5 quick release system. It comes supplied with one 1/4"-20 and one 3/8" camera screw each, and features a location (video) pin.
Replaces old part #3433PL.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 143 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fits well (86)
- Easy to use (76)
- Solid/sturdy (73)
- Improves tripod function (57)
- Attaches firmly (34)
Cons
- Poor design (5)
Best Uses
- Video (88)
- Landscape/scenery (53)
- Weddings (48)
- Night shots (42)
- Portraits (42)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (54), Semi-pro photographer (31), Photo enthusiast (26), Casual photographer (7), Professional (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (92)
Most Liked Positive Review
Bought a spare!
Our Bogen 503 fluid head came with one of these and we bought another as a spare in case of emergency. Using these we get a few extra inches to balance various camera rigs properly...Read complete review
Our Bogen 503 fluid head came with one of these and we bought another as a spare in case of emergency. Using these we get a few extra inches to balance various camera rigs properly on the tripod head - they also allow us to swap out cameras easily. We just leave these plates attached to the cameras.
The only thing I'd change is that Bogen use better glue to keep the rubber bumpers attached to the plate - they tend to fall off or bunch up. Thankfully, a little superglue makes it right.
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Most Liked Negative Review
DON'T GET SCREWED!
Imagine my surprise when one of the screws came missing on this quick release plate while in storage. When plan A disappeared, I had to use my more modest mount on "tripo...Read complete review
Imagine my surprise when one of the screws came missing on this quick release plate while in storage. When plan A disappeared, I had to use my more modest mount on "tripod B." Lessons learned. I bought two extras of these babies, and won't be screwless again.
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Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Reliable plate for good tripod head
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Goes with most Manfrotto Tripods. Check to be sure. Works great and is relatively cheap to replace if you lose a plate.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Works just fine.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
It's a camera mount. It just works. I have several of these and use on an array of different cameras. Would buy again and have.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- A must have
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Great thing to have a spare of...the plate SHOULD be on either the camera OR the tripod-if it's not, you're in trouble. [$] is a small price to pay for something you REALLY NEED. For the want of a nail, the horse was lost!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
I got this plate packaged with the Manfrotto MH055M8-Q5 tripod. I have to admit, I'm surprised at all the stellar reviews. This plate has a few serious issues:
1) If you take the large screw out (which I did as it's not necessary to mount to my MKii, the small one is VERY easily lost.)
2) Maybe not an issue with mounting for video cameras, but with my MKII the lens blocks the knob that tightens the plate in most positions. I can make it work if the camera is set all the way to the back.
Since I don't shoot with a video camera, I can't talk about it's utility for those users. But I think it's very shortsighted of Manfrotto to include this as the release plate for a head specifically marketed for DSLRs.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
I use it when I video tape soccer games and any other free lance gigs that I do.
It's easy to use. Works on any camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Shots
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
extra plate for my monopod
good extra plate
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
I use this plate on a Manfrotto 501 head. It's solid and works the way it should. Includes both screws incase you want to attach it to a dolly slider
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Product is exactly what it should be - also easy to use and solidly made.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Buy it if you have some zoom glasses with that support ring on it.
It will save you time and efforts by not having to assemble the plate on the camera or on the support ring so often.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Great buy, really strong.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
This Manfrotto quick release plate is great! I have purchased maybe 10 of them to keep on multiple cameras/lenses at a time. Makes easily changing cameras or lenses quick and easy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fits Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Does what it supposed to do great.I use it with my Panasonic and I'm very satisfied.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
I love this little plate. But whenever I head out to an on-location shoot, this is always the piece that gets left behind - either on another camera or in another bag... so I finally just broke down and bought a handful of them! It was the best decision I ever made and it was well worth the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
The plate slides in the head - great idea allows better camera balance and some macro adjustments.
The movement is pretty rough but that's a small problem, after all it's not a focusing rail. The rubber pads peal off when camera is attached tightly. Large lenses need two screws or a pin or lip that would prevent rotation and unscrewing. The small pin in front of the plate does not work. The screws have heads that are too big and cannot be used simultaneously on my Minolta 300mmf2.8.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
I bought the 701HDV fluid head for my Manfrotto tripod and wanted to have a second one of these for my 2nd video camera. I would recommend this to anyone!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fits Well
- Good price value
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Good quality and relatively cheap, considering the prices of plates from other manufacturers. I use this plate on a 60D with a Sachtler FSB-4 head, instead of the factory Sachtler plate, which is too long for keeping attached to a DSLR in the field, in my opinion.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dependable
- Easy To Use
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Quick set-up for Cameras
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
I already have 3 tripods and cameras with the same mounting plate and system.
It makes it so much easier to be efficient when all the gear matches and everyone knows how it works!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws:
Holds the camera to the head.
East quick release.
The best part is the quality and speed of service from B&H.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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