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The Oben Macro Focusing Rail Kit from B&H bundles the 4" and 7" focusing rails providing multiple length options for you to choose from based on your subject's needs or on your spatial limitations. Both focusing rails support up to 22 pounds and feature identical designs aside from their overall and travel lengths.
7" Rail for Precise Camera-to-Subject Macro Focusing
The 7" Macro Focusing Rail from Oben delivers precision camera-to-subject focusing that is ideal for macro photography and exacting close-up work. The folding crank allows controlled incremental movement of the camera platform across the 6.3" travel length, and the adjustable friction setting allows the rail to be custom set for smooth movement with large or heavy lenses.
360° rotating camera platform
90° increments and intermediate positioning
Provides precise front-to-back or lateral camera movement
Arca-type quick release set with QR Plate
Precision numbered positioning scales
Arca-type dovetail mount on bottom and top of rail
3/8"-16 female thread mount with 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 bushing adapter
Mounts easily to tripod head or Arca-type clamp
Adjustable friction control for smooth movement with heavy lenses
Four removable feet with rubber tips for traction and easy tabletop use
Stackable design for complex movements
Provides optimal control for depth of field
Locking knobs to prevent accidental movement
Durable aluminum construction
Lightweight and portable for location use
UPC: 847628559202
Oben Macro Focusing Rail (Short)
4" Rail for Precise Camera-to-Subject Macro Focusing
The 4" Macro Focusing Rail from Oben delivers precision camera-to-subject focusing that is ideal for macro photography and exacting close-up work. The folding crank allows controlled incremental movement of the camera platform across the 2.1" travel length, and the adjustable friction setting allows the rail to be custom set for smooth movement with large or heavy lenses.
360° rotating camera platform
90° increments and intermediate positioning
Provides precise front-to-back or lateral camera movement
Arca-type quick release set with QR Plate
Precision numbered positioning scales
Arca-type dovetail mount on bottom and top of rail
3/8"-16 female thread mount with 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 bushing adapter
Mounts easily to tripod head or Arca-type clamp
Adjustable friction control for smooth movement with heavy lenses
Four removable feet with rubber tips for traction and easy tabletop use
7 x 1.75" / 17.8 x 4.45 cm (Without Feet) 7 x 2.5" / 17.8 x 6.3 cm (With Feet) 6.3" / 16 cm (Travel Length)
Weight
1.1 lb / 489 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.53 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.6 x 4 x 3.3"
Macro Focusing Rail Kit Reviews
Initial Excitement Faded After Using a Few Times, Arca Swiss Base Plate Can't be Locked Down
By Husein
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-28
Was excited to receive this for my macro work. But excitement faded quickly after initial use. Appears well made, and attractive build but...the Arca Swiss Base CAN'T BE LOCKED DOWN. That's a real problem because for macro work, focus and framing can be very critical and even slight movement changes everything. Touching the camera once mounted, makes the base move left to right easily, thus changing the composition. And because of this design MISS, forget vertical compositions. In vertical orientation, the entire base with the camera mounted immediately rotates downward to face the floor. So this can only be used in horizontal settings. It also feels like it can't support much weight, as even my M4/3rd macro set-up creates too much movement, vibration and no way tight down. I would NOT recommend this. Feels like it was never tested in development. Really disappointed with this.
Well made
By Randy R
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-11
Very precocious machining , works well , very happy with it.
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Does this answer mean that the other rail is not ...
Does this answer mean that the other rail is not made of aluminum?
Asked by: Marv
I bought the kit, they are both made of Aluminum. Best of luck.
Answered by: Steven
Date published: 2026-01-12
Hello, Can I mount another 7 Inch rail on top ...
Hello,
Can I mount another 7 Inch rail on top instead of the 4 Inch rail to gain great side way movement? Thank You.
John
Asked by: John
It is possible you can add a seven-inch rail on top of the Oben Macro Focusing Rail (Long). Make sure you secure the full focus rail, as it could tip over using a long top rail.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2026-02-15
what kind of material is used to make it, plastic ...
what kind of material is used to make it, plastic or aluminum?