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Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg)

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The Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate is a quick release system that allows for some positioning within the clamp for fore-aft macro adjustments.

It is the ideal tool to make precise positioning movements to achieve the perfect framed shot, for macro photography, for QTVR, and other precise copy/repro work. This plate has finger-tip control for ultra-fine positioning, but has a simple lock-release lever for fast set-up.

Two plates can be interlocked at 90° for full lateral/forward/back movement (over 4.7"). Made of extruded aluminium, the plate has 1/4"-20 and 3/8" holes and screws for tripod and camera mounting.

Replaces old part number 3419.

Maximum Movement 4.7" (120mm)
Dimensions 5.2 x 4.2 x 0.8" (131 x 107 x 20mm) LxWxH
Weight 1 lb (450g)
Quick Release No
Tripod Mount Thread Size 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16

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Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg)
 
4.1

(based on 34 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (11)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

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    (2)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (23)
  • Easy to use (22)
  • Improves function (15)
  • Lightweight (8)
  • Compact (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Macro photography (28)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (13), Semi-pro photographer (12), Pro photographer (4), Enthusiast (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (18)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Indispensable

    I bought this product to use with a new Canon 100mm Macro lens and it has proved invaluable.
    When I first used the new lens on a tripod without it, I was disappointed ...Read complete review

    I bought this product to use with a new Canon 100mm Macro lens and it has proved invaluable.
    When I first used the new lens on a tripod without it, I was disappointed with the outcome due to my inexperience with the extremely narrow depth of field. At first I thought the problem was with the lens but when I used the sliding plate my shots were immediately needle sharp and I knew I had to come to terms with and learn a whole new world of photography. Without the sliding plate I think I would still be blaming the lens.
    The plate is a little fiddly to attach to the camera but once in place performs admirably. The camera can be moved quickly to get correct framing and then the micro adjustment of the slider allows precise focus on the selected elements to realise the full potential of your set up.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    OK for 1x or 2x

    Works well at magnifications around 1x and because it is so much easier to carry and deploy in the field I use it at those magnifications in preference to traditional focusing rails. For that reason...Read complete review

    Works well at magnifications around 1x and because it is so much easier to carry and deploy in the field I use it at those magnifications in preference to traditional focusing rails. For that reason alone it’s worth the money. At 2x it is usable but not without frustration. The problem is the guides move and the screw does not turn smoothly. As a result the image doesn’t stay exactly put. This would be serious problem if stacking software could not aligne images automatically; but fortunately it can, so although you won’t enjoy using this product at 2x, it is doable. At 3x+ the worm screw is not fine enough to focus precisely and the sloppy guides and screw will exceed your patience. Honestly, I expected something called a micrometric positioning device to be more accurate than an old Olympus or Minolta rail, but it isn’t really.

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    4.0

    The Perfect Support

    By John - the retired photographer

    from Ames, IA

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy to Use

    Cons

    • Bulky

    Best Uses

    • Macro Photography

    Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

    Just got two of the positioning plates for Christmas, which I will use at right angles to one another in macro photography. I am very please with the design, quality and design of the items.

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    • Yes

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    5.0

    So far, so good...

    By Mick the G.

    from Anaheim, California

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy to Use
    • Improves Function

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Macro Photography
      • Traveling

      Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

      I haven't had this long enough to put it through it's paces, so to speak, but from what I've seen so far it's going to be a great addition to my macro "arsenal". I've owned two different "macro sliders" by two different manufacturers in the past and not been satisfied with them. This item is very well made and there is no "slop" when tightened. I think I will invest in another one and attach them perpendicular to each other, making a very solid, stable slider.

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      • No

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      5.0

      Great Product

      By Rog

      from Dallas, TX

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy to Use

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Macro Photography

        Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

        I have received the Sliding Plate and have tried it on my tripod and it works great. I have been helping a friend who has a jewelry collection and this will make it much easier to get the pics I need. As always, packing and delivery from B&H was great.

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        3.0

        Works, but not so easy to calibrate

        By Poltergeister

        from NYC

        About Me Pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

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          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

              If the function you are looking for is being able to offset a camera lens to put focal point over tripod head, well then this will work, but it isn't really the right tool. 1) there is no fixed point for affixing the camera so as to calibrate for repeated use. Yes you can just push it against the back of the slot and use that for your fixed point but it is pretty kludgy, though works. 2) 1/4" mount fixture is off center so you better have a 3/8" head (which fixture is centered) or it is worthless.
              But it is solid, smooth, and workable if not easy.

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              4.0

              Necessary tool for little things

              By chas

              from South Carolina

              About Me Pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy to Use
              • Improves Function
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Macro Photography

                Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                I photograph things smaller than insects so with my macrophotography it is important to make minute adjustments. This economic device does the trick nicely and is well worth the price. It's not perfect but works very nicely.

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                • No

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                5.0

                Must have for Macro Photography

                By geraldpdavid

                from Calgary

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Easy to Use
                • Improves Function

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Macro Photography

                  Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                  I didn't realize until I took my first macro course that going to manual focus and using one of these was the way to go - as a matter of fact, the teacher had rigged 2 of these together, perpendicular to each other. Great value.

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                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Quality Components from Manfrotto

                  By Bob Rock

                  from Leesburg, VA

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Easy to Use
                  • Improves Function
                  • Intuitive to use
                  • Necessary macro accessory

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Macro Photography

                    Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                    Manfrotto continues to reinforce their reputation of manufacturing quality photographic products. I have owned hundreds of Manfrotto products over the years, from tripods, to ballheads, to lightstands and more. Like all my other Manfrotto products, this Micrometric Sliding Plate, although simple in its design, is solid and dependable. I use it primarily for accurate macro focusing and I have absolutely no complaints. It does what it is intended to do.

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                    4.0

                    Functional, durable and simple

                    By Joe90

                    from Toronto, Canada

                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Durable
                    • Easy to Use
                    • Improves Function

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Macro Photography

                      Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                      Pretty straight-forward and simple rail. Quite strong. No unnecessary gimmicks.

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                      4.0

                      A great tool for macro photography

                      By DT

                      from SF

                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Durable
                      • Easy to Use

                      Cons

                      • No horizontal axes

                      Best Uses

                      • Macro Photography

                      Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                      This is a great tool for macro. You will need this for inmage stacking.

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                      • Yes

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                      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      5.0

                      Simple, Quick, and Versatile

                      By MarshallC

                      from Lone Butte, BC, Canada

                      About Me Pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Durable
                      • Easy to Use
                      • Improves Function

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Everyday Use
                        • Fine Art Reproduction
                        • Macro Photography

                        Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                        I require very precise focusing capabilities for doing fine art reproductions. This plate does exactly what I need to do and has much finer focus capabilities than the focus rings on my Canon lenses.

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                        • No

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                        5.0

                        The Micro Sliding Plate aids Macro Photo

                        By Rslackde

                        from Wilmington, Delaware

                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Easy to Use
                        • Improves Function

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Macro Photography

                          Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                          THe product is used to focus in a macro photo situation. I use it when taking close-up photos for a local nature society and found it to be extremely helpful. It enable process focusing in situation with very little depth of field. The quick release accelerates the transition from position to position and from speciment to specimen. I can't say I found anything bad about the device other than the fact that one needs to be patient when using it.

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                          5.0

                          very happy!

                          By avj

                          from Ottawa Canada

                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Improves Function

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Macro Photography

                            Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                            just new to Macro , very helpful have Canon 7D , big difference from trying to use a monopod to shoot the Macro images

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                            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            5.0

                            Excellent budged macro rail!

                            By JVc

                            from Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Durable
                            • Easy to Use
                            • Improves Function
                            • Lightweight

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Macro Photography

                              Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                              This is a superb aid in macro focusing, solid and yet affordable! If you acquire two units you will be able to fine-adjust the position of your gear in X and Y coordinates (front/back and left/right). I acquired two of these units to aid in focusing a Canon 7D with a Canon MP-E 65mm 2.8 manual focus macro lens in its 5x magnification setup. If you expect to use similar setup in a tripod with the camera looking down, it is very important to select a very solid (and low) tripod! I also recommend using a remote shutter release as the shutter pressing may shake things up. For that matter I use a Canon RC-6, but one can also use a timer instead. The rails do accomplish their goal. I am a happy buyer!

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                              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              4.0

                              454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plat

                              By Ho Chi

                              from Madison, WI

                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Cost
                              • Durable
                              • Easy to Use
                              • Improves Function
                              • Secondary gross adjustmen

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Macro Photography

                                Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                Much more flexible than I could imagine. Manfrotto gear is durable and usable. I camp happily.

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                                • No

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                                (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                                 
                                4.0

                                Excellent Value

                                By afshalders

                                from Rio, Brazil

                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Durable
                                • Easy to Use
                                • Improves Function
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Macro Photography

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                  A very precise and practical plate for the price.

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                                  • No

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                                  (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  1.0

                                  Product does not give stable position

                                  By Visionist

                                  from Houston, TX

                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                  Verified Reviewer

                                  Pros

                                  • Durable

                                  Cons

                                  • Not Functional

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Macro Photography

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                  I must agree with Jay F's comment: rotating the adjustment knob to move the lens closer or further from your subject inadvertently moves the rails sideways (laterally), so that your composition changes. This is a surprising flaw from a company like Manfrotto that is known for precision. It's a potentially serious flaw for macro shooters who use the focus stacking technique; your images may be too far out of register to be aligned correctly in Photoshop. So I've just ordered the $120 Velbon rails from B&H, hoping they are better.

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                                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  4.0

                                  Great member of your macro gear

                                  By Abu Kareem

                                  from Egypt

                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Durable
                                  • Easy to Use
                                  • Improves Function

                                  Cons

                                  • Bulky

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Macro Photography

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                  There are time when you wished you have the controls this device gives you. May be it is not a device for every shot but the ones need it are really worth the investement

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                                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  4.0

                                  Manfrotto Macro Rail

                                  By Sodiumbenzoate

                                  from Asheville, NC

                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Durable

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Macro Photography

                                    Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                    Heavy duty macro rail with no frills, I may add a quick release adapter to it, but otherwise it works great, considering the cost.

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                                    • No

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                                    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                                     
                                    5.0

                                    Just what I needed

                                    By carlo1776

                                    from Toronto, Ontario, CANADA

                                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Durable

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Macro Photography

                                      Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                      The quick adjust is a little stiff but will free up with use and some light oil. The micro adjusting screw has just the correct pitch, that the travel is gradual but not overly slow. Me likey sofar.

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                                      (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                       
                                      4.0

                                      Product is as discribed

                                      By Wildwood

                                      from New Jersey

                                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Durable
                                      • Easy to Use

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Macro Photography

                                        Comments about Manfrotto 454 Micrometric Positioning Sliding Plate - Supports 17.7 lbs (8kg):

                                        Product appears well made and is easy to adjust

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