Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate
The sturdy Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter is an RC4 type quick release assembly system that comes with 1/4-20" and 3/8"-16 capacity, both on the camera and tripod ends, and comes supplied with the 410PL (RC4) quick release plate. The RC4 quick release base also includes a horizontal and vertical bubble level.
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96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (44)
- Fits well (29)
- Solid/sturdy (27)
- Improves tripod function (23)
- Durable (16)
Cons
- Heavy / bulky (3)
Best Uses
- Video (21)
- Landscape/scenery (13)
- Portraits (11)
- Travel (11)
- Weddings (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (19), Professional (11), Semi-pro photographer (10), Photo enthusiast (7), Semi-professional (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (32)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Quick Release Bracket
I have quick release brackets on all my cameras and tripods. I can just move a camera from one tripod to my handheld flash bracket and back to another tripod with ease. I use ...Read complete review
I have quick release brackets on all my cameras and tripods. I can just move a camera from one tripod to my handheld flash bracket and back to another tripod with ease. I use a Canon 5D Mk II for stills on a tripod and for video on a Cinevate slider and a video tripod. The quick release bracket allows me to easily move from one tripod to another, even a shoulder bracket.The 394 QR adapter has a bubble level and both a 3/8" and 1/4" screw included which is great. On one of my brackets the pad comes up on the edges with a lens mount that is smaller than the plate and is also hard to release, but all of the rest are fairly easy to detach and the pads are fine. The plate snaps on easily and attaches very tight. The brackets are very well made and the price is good. [...]
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Most Liked Negative Review
OK for the price
I bought this based on the low profile design to use atop a 4-way macro focusing rail. It is low profile as described, but its design is off a little in my estimation....Read complete review
I bought this based on the low profile design to use atop a 4-way macro focusing rail. It is low profile as described, but its design is off a little in my estimation. If the camera is mounted as per the instructions with the horizontal spirit level towards the rear of the camera and the QR lever to the left, the plate only supports 1 inch of the camera body to the right side of the center of the 1/4"-20 mount screw. To the other side of the mount screw is 2 1/4" of plate support.....huh? Am I missing something? I don't think it would be too much to ask to extend the right side of the plate another 1/4" at least to be in line with most manufacturers standard size QR plates which are 2 1/2" plates to fit 2 1/2" clamps. I doubt a camera would come lose, but the stability would be enhanced by this ever so slight modification and it just makes me wonder. BTW - I switched to another model of QR clamp/plate for this application.
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Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Rugged, snaps together solidly.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
For Small Video Cameras
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Using with the glidecam 2000 Pro and a Canon 7D. The quick release adapter feels very strong, I'm not worried at all about it releasing unexpectedly. Feels and looks like it is built very well, had some heft to it.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
I bought this strictly to use with the HD1000 Glidecam, because the "quick release plate" that came with that isn't that quick or convenient at all. This does everything I needed it to do and it's built really well. My only complaint, which is not necessarily the fault of this product, is the holes (for the screw) aren't spaced the same distance apart as the holes on the glidecam. This makes it so you can only use one screw rather than two. Using two would be nice to prevent the quick release adapter from rotating. Again, this is no fault of this product, just a problem the compatibility between products. It still works great with the glidecam, just not "perfect."
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
We use this quick release for DSLR HD recordings. It works great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Great quick release adapter for my tripod. This [$] gem saves me time and saved me $150 for not having to buy a 2nd tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
This quick release will NEVER die--it is so hardcore that you need to be careful not to break a nail on it. It is designed to assist you with maximum speed when adding/removing cameras from rigs/sticks.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
- Heavy bulky
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
This is probably the best quick release systems available in the market.
The extra large plate provides a very large contact surface area for the camera to sit on and this is important to ensure maximum stability when mounted to a head and tripod.
The locking mechanism also ensures no movement between the plate and the adapter. If you are into long exposure shoot, this piece of system is vital.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Very easy to use and secures any camera with confidence.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Simple, low profile, comes with all the different holes/thread sizes I didn't even know I needed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
I use this exclusively for my Canon 5D MKII w/EF 16-35mm 2.8 L lens and Glidecam 2000 Pro (purchased in Spring of 2011). The Glidecam/5D combo is rather useless without a quick release and this one is perfect.
It adds significant weight to the whole setup so re-balancing was necessary but not a big deal.
Love having the bubble level on the rig now, makes balance so much easier.
Locking is rock solid and the quick release mechanism works great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
The quick release really speeds up the process of removing or attaching a camera. I shoot with two Canon 7D's...but need to circulate them between a steadicam merlin, a slider, a tripod and a zacuto hand held rig. These are really a must if you are filming an event, and need to move quickly from one camera support to another. Sometimes it's a bit tricky to quickly snap the camera into the plate...but overall, very useful.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Im using it with my Dslr camera and steadycam. Some times it's hard to detach but I think I just need to get used to it.
I'm happy with this particular item.
- 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
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
I used this to mount my sony FX1 onto a glidecam 2000 pro. It works perfectly and the build quality is awesome!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
A perfect fit for DSLR's and perfect for mounting on wide flat surfaces like non Manfrotto Fluid heads, Steadicams, Glidecams, Camera Cranes / Jibs, Sliders, DSLR Cages, and Shoulder Mounts. Robust design and excellent quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
- Tricky to get used to
Best Uses
- Architectural
- Artifacts
- Interiors
- Landscape/Scenery
- Studio work
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
I now have two of these quick releases. I bought the first one for my personal camera a few years ago. I got another one for my dSLR at work. Using it can be hard to get used to at first, but once you get the hang of it you'll appreciate the solid feel, and the 'no doubt about it' security. Also the spirit levels are a nice feature and come in handy for some shooting situations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
This is a quality release plate! Heavy duty too! It's got a little weight to it, which I love! I recommended without a doubt!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Kind of hard to figure out at first but becomes quick and easy to use. Great, affordable way to go from sticks to hand held shooting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Very strong and secure attachment. Once locked, it's not going to move and it's not going to pop out for anything. The flush top and bottom are very useful when you might be attaching it to a preamp box like a beachtek or juicedlink. This QR system works fine no matter what you're attaching to.
The spirit fisheye levels aren't terribly useful since this type isn't very precise. On my juicedlink CX231 box the alignment pin is slightly farther out than the corresponding hole on the QR baseplate -- not sure which one is off, although the system mounts solidly enough without the alignment pin in place.
Strongly recommended for DSLR use because of the low profile. If sliding adjustment for balance is not a concern for you, this is a great value over the 577 or similar more expensive options.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Great for long lenses
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate:
Adder to the ball head on my monopod so it would match my tripod head which had the integral RC4. Easy to use and a great way to convert to quick connect. Rock solid.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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