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Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate

BH #MA394 • MFR #394
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Manfrotto 394 Low Profile Quick Release Adapter with 410PL Plate
Key Features
  • RC4 Quick Release System
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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Manfrotto 394 Overview

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.

UPC: 719821156307

Manfrotto 394 Specs

Packaging Info
Package Weight0.635 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.05 x 4.95 x 1.2"

Manfrotto 394 Reviews

Just what I needed

By Kirk
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-07

Works like a charm on my copy stand.

Love it

By Sean
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-28

Just what I needed for mounting a laptop case to a tripod. Was the best low profile solution I found.

Meets expectations

By Ian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-03

I've been using a Manfrotto geared head for about 5 years and I am rather fond of the 410PL Plate. I wanted to mount my camera to a 3-axis translation stage, and I thought it would be nice to use the same plate in order to connectorize the camera and make it easily removable. The plate and adapter are made of diecast metal and I could easily drill it for clearance holes in order to mount it to my 3-axis stage. The camera is affixed securely with no perceptible play. I think the bullseye-style spirit levels are not very useful; it would be better if there were two orthogonal tubular spirit levels, IMO.

the best!!!

By Fabio
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-11-02

solid quality

High quality

By Dave
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-28

Like all of the Manfrotto equipment this quick release is high quality and works great. I highly recommend.

Solid and secure

By Adam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-15

Bought three to simplify the process of moving my cameras between mounting arms, a tripod, and my stabilizer gimbal. Locks solidly in place, and there is zero wiggle. Will definitely be buying more as my needs expand.

These are as essential as camera batteries

By Slavik
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-18

These QR plates are a must have for both photographers and filmmakers. I have lots of them and they've always held up amazingly well. Have been using and abusing them across Alaska and the rest of the country. Don't know what I'd do without these plates. Highly recommended you get lots of them and put the bottom plate on every tripod, monopod, gimbal plate, slider, etc. I also have the top and bottom plate on my Mix-Pre so I can quickly lock it in between the camera and tripod during an interview.

Quality I expect from Manfrotto

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-09

Quality I expect from Manfrotto

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question

What is the weight of this system with and without the plate? Thanks.
Asked by: Anonymous
The quick release system with the plate is approximately 0.75 lbs and without the plate it is approximately 0.53 lbs.
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Hi, would you be able to tell me how heavy a camera you can safely use the Manfrotto 394 quick release system with? My camera fully rigged is about 25 pounds. Clearly, this wouldn't be a problem when upright, but I'm more concerned about whip pans, using this in a handheld rig, etc. Thanks!
Asked by: Anonymous
According to our Manfrotto Representative the assembly can hold up to 40lbs.
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2022-04-19

question

What's the size of the plate? I'm looking for something larger than the RC2s I have to attached a slider to my tripod.
Asked by: burke
Three and a quarter inches long by two and one half inches wide.Good sized plate.
Answered by: Robert S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

2 questions actually...Is the bottom of the adapter completely flat, so that it will be completely flush to the mounting surface, no matter how wide the mounting surface is?Also, after mounting the adapter to a tripod (or other platform) and standing behind the camera (lens pointing away), on which side is the release lever located?
Asked by: Keith S.
Yes it is completely flush on the bottom, and given the setup you just described, the release lever would be on the left.
Answered by: Benjamin P.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Hi, I own one of these and once the plate is on, it gets rather difficult to push the lever (even without it being connected to anything). Is there anyway to fix this? It's really tedious because i have to put in so much force just to release the plate
Asked by: Fred V.
When you push on the lever to release the adapter plate there is an edge that is rubbing/pressing against an angled surface on the bottom of the adapter plate (that is secured to the bottom of the camera). When using a new adapter plate there is still paint on that portion of the plate where the lever presses/slides. With use a small area of the adapter plate has the paint worn off and the bare metal presents less friction to the rotating/pressing lever than it did when there was still paint on it. To make it easier to remove a new adapter plate (before a worn spot developes in the paint) observe how the tightening/locking lever works to tighten-down the adapter plate and see where the two surfaces press/slide against each other; then put a tiny dab of petroleum jelly on that area (I then took a tissue paper and rubbed most of the petroleum jelly off - you only want the tinest amount possible to reduce the friction of the sliding metal surfaces without making a mess).
Answered by: Paul
Date published: 2019-11-08

question

Has anyone had experience using this as a quick release on a dslr gimbal platform?
Asked by: Tim Z.
Yes. I use it with my stabilizer
Answered by: Dave S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I am interested in learning how the quick release base mounts to the device I want to put it on. What size screw? How many screws? I don't want to buy it if I can't have the screws mount to the bottom of the quick release base correctly.
Asked by: Kent S.
I have multiple copies of this item, they all came with a removable 1/4-20 bushing in the 3/8 thread on the underside.
Answered by: Bryan H.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Hi, does it fit in the Manfrotto MVMXPROA5US Aluminum XPRO?
Asked by: Pedro Henrique
I don't have that monopod, but there is no reason that it wouldn't work by my estimation. The RC4 has a 3/8 -16 hole with a 1/4 -20 adapter, and that monopod has screws for both. My only concern would be the mount unscrewing of torque is applied, but that can happen with anything if you only use one screw and no locking pin.
Answered by: Connor R.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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