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Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (5.3")

BH #OBQR53 • MFR #QR-53
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Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (5.3")
Key Features
  • 5.3" Long Arca-Type Dovetail Plate
  • Provides Quick Release Functionality
  • Designed for Larger Telephoto Lenses
  • Two 1/4"-20 Slide-Adjusting Screws
The Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate is an aluminum-constructed Arca-type dovetail plate that provides quick release functionality to larger telephoto lenses. It is compatible with cameras and smaller telephoto lenses as well. The 5.3" long plate has two slide-adjusting, 1/4"-20 mounting screws that mount to the bottom of a lens collar foot, and one of the screws can be removed in case the foot has only one socket. The screws provide a secure fit by tightening down with the D-rings, but you can also use the included hex key or a screwdriver in the slot. Two safety stops prevent the plate from sliding out if a clamp is accidentally opened.
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Oben QR-53 Overview

The Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate is an aluminum-constructed Arca-type dovetail plate that provides quick release functionality to larger telephoto lenses. It is compatible with cameras and smaller telephoto lenses as well. The 5.3" long plate has two slide-adjusting, 1/4"-20 mounting screws that mount to the bottom of a lens collar foot, and one of the screws can be removed in case the foot has only one socket. The screws provide a secure fit by tightening down with the D-rings, but you can also use the included hex key or a screwdriver in the slot. Two safety stops prevent the plate from sliding out if a clamp is accidentally opened.

UPC: 847628010253

Oben QR-53 Specs

Mounting Screw2 x 1/4"-20 Male
Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female
Arca-TypeYes
Material of ConstructionAluminum
Length5.3" / 13.5 cm
Width1.5" / 38.1 mm
Height0.4" / 1.0 cm
Weight3 oz / 85.05 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.25 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)5.45 x 2.2 x 0.75"

Oben QR-53 Reviews

The Curse of the Arca Standard

By Sean
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-19

This plate seems sturdy, the black finish looks and feels to be of decent quality, and the rubber pads provide friction to help keep things in place. The issue I ran into is that this plate is too narrow in the critical dimension (width) to work with all of the different Arca-type receivers/clamps I tried it in. It fits well in an Oben QRA-A2 for example, but in a Kessler Crane Kwik Release Receiver, this slightly-too-narrow plate cannot be fully clamped in place. For those who don't know: this is a reoccurring theme when dealing with arca-compatible plates, as 38mm wide is not a true standard, and is treated by many manufacturers as more of a guideline. Small dimensional variances, be they intentional or accidental, can make items incompatible. For example: A Desmond DPL-115 plate I measured is 37.95mm wide, and works with all the receivers I tried it in. This plate measures 37.64mm wide, and does not. One-third of a mm can make all the difference. What is surprising to me is that a different Oben QR plate I have (the QR-10) measures 38.3mm wide. That's two plates from the same manufacturer with a difference in width of two-thirds of a mm. In a situation like this, that's a lot! Perhaps Oben needs to take a look at their quality control (or the QC of whatever factories they contract with). tl;dr: this plate may or may not work with all of your clamps/receivers, but the best chance of success is with clamps that allow for more variance in plate width.

Great plate!

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-19

Using this on my Nikon 800mm to balance the lens on my ball head for stationary shots, works perfectly. Great value

Sturdy, flexible positioning; good fit in Arca

By Simon
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-15

I bought the plate to go on the Nikkor Z 100-400mm (nb: same foot as the Z 70-200mm); because a full new arca foot was expensive. The QR-53 fits okay _except_ that you need to move a screw to the centre whole as the minimum distance in the two channels is too long. This doesn't seem a problem and the plate holds tightly. There is plenty of length to adjust a the camera on the tripod to how you like it afterwards; plus it gives you more to hold when carrying. Overall - does what it says at a fraction of the price of a new foot.

It works

By Eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-13

Does what it's supposed to do

Just what I needed

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-13

Bought this as an upgrade to the plate that I had because it was too short. Perfect purchase and I'm more confident that the lens won't fall off given better contact with the collar. Rugged and well made.

Quick release plate

By Hernan
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-28

It does its job

steady

By Jerry
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-12

steady and strone, no play at all.

does not fit Canon RF 400 F/2.8

By Andreas
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-11

2 screws cannot align but you list it as a recommended option for the 400 lens. This should not be listed as compatible.... Only fits one thread..needs both!

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Does the plate have a stop screw at each end to ...

Does the plate have a stop screw at each end to prevent the camera from sliding off if the clamp isn't tight?
Asked by: Eric
No, it does not
Answered by: David
Date published: 2020-10-20

Will this fit the head on a magnus vt 4000 in ...

Will this fit the head on a magnus vt 4000 in place of the plate that came with the tripod?
Asked by: Conrad
No, the Magnus VT-4000 Tripod System with Fluid Head does not work with the Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (5.3"). the VT-4000 uses this quick release plate, https://bhpho.to/3nINBSC .
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2022-01-20

does this plate works on the K&F Concept SA254M2 ...

does this plate works on the K&F Concept SA254M2 DSLR Camera Aluminum Tripod?
Asked by: DANGELO &
YES. The QR-53 Quick Release Plate is an Arca-type dovetail plate and the K&F Concept SA254M2 Tripod includes a tripod ball head that incorporates an Arca-type quick release clamp.
Answered by: Ronald
Date published: 2022-06-28

Will this fit the Oben BZ-226T ballhead?

Will this fit the Oben BZ-226T ballhead?
Asked by: Robert
Yes the Oben BZ-226T ballhead is arca compatible so the Oben QR-53 Long Lens Quick Release Plate (5.3") will work as it is also arca.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2022-03-01

Will this work with a telescope mount? Namely, ...

Will this work with a telescope mount? Namely, the Skywatcher Mount EQ6-R Pro? THanks!
Asked by: Edward
only if skywatch has a tripod screw socket.
Answered by: Peter
Date published: 2020-12-31

Will this work on the Canon RF 70-200 f/2.8 L and ...

Will this work on the Canon RF 70-200 f/2.8 L and the Canon RF 100-500 f/4.5 - f/7.1 L lenses?
Asked by: Mehul
I think yes, i use for canon ef 100-400mm
Answered by: None
Date published: 2020-09-26

Will this fit a Canon 500mm f4 v2?

Will this fit a Canon 500mm f4 v2?
Asked by: Robert
yes, that is the lens i use it for.
Answered by: Peter
Date published: 2022-02-16

WILL THIS FIT THE G2 TAMRON 150-600 MM LENS?

WILL THIS FIT THE G2 TAMRON 150-600 MM LENS?
Asked by: TOM
The Tamron G2 150-600mm does not need a plate since it already has a built in Arca Swiss style foot.
Answered by: Dan
Date published: 2022-03-14
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