Adorama "C" Shaped Smart Bracket with Two Shoes & 2 Tripod Screws
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Shopper : Can I use this as below?
Instead of connecting the side of the C to the straight bracket, connect the center of the C to that position and mount such that two flashes can be positioned to either side of the lens
Imagine you are holding the camera in picture taking position with this bracket connected such that the C of the bracket is now around the lens. Now mount two flashes at the ends of the C (they will be on the lens's left and right side now).
Please let me know.KENNETH C : It could be possible. You may need some 1/4-20 studs or bolts, depending on your final arrangement. These can be picked up at a hardware store if necessary.
I posted some add't photos on Picasa. Search "Adorama Question" in Google's Picasa.KENNETH A : Yes, the shoe positions can be changed to mount a flash on the left and right side of the lens. However, I would like the "C" to be much wider. I can email you an jpg image of this setup if you provide me an address.KAREN S : As I understand it, you want to mount the flash units 90 degrees from each other, instead of 45 degrees as the unit is designed. The bracket that holds the camera is attached to the "C" by a screw into a threaded hole at one end of the "C". It might be possible to place it at the center of the "C", but you would have to secure it with a flat nut as the two cold shoes are secured in a grove to allow them to be positioned between the top one and the side one. The screws that hold them in place go directly into the cold shoes. BTW, I repurposed the bracket by removing the top cold shoe and replacing it with a I-phone holder. There's an app (probably more than one) for controlling a DSLR shutter with an I-phone (or Ipod touch).WILLIAM W : I hadn't thought of that. It could be rigged that way, but the slot doesn't go far enough around. It might be better to get an Adorama "O" bracket instead of a "C" bracket. You can find one here: adorama dot com slash FABO dot html?kbid=66297DAVID C : An interesting idea. I think it will work. You could remove the camera attachment bracket from the bottom of the C (as oriented in the photo,) and put in in the middle. But it is a 1/4-20 thread and the slot is not wide enough for it to fit. If you drilled out the slot slightly in the center of it then it would go, but there is nothing to hold it there except screwing the knurled knob into the camera. Tightening it up should hold it, I would think. If that works then the second flash bracket could be put through the threaded hole at the end where the attaching bracket was removed from. I did all of this except actually drilling out the slot in the center for the screw. Results would be interesting to know.W DALE B : Yes, you could mount the C in that orientation by passing a thumb screw through the slot in the C from the inside curvature of the C and screwing into the threads on the camera bracket. The slot in the C only extends from one end to the middle so, on one arm of the C, the only mounting position for your flash would be the hole near the end of the arm. It is unlikely that the C is going to be concentric with the lens so you may have some additional problems to overcome, depending on your application. The shoe type mounts supplied with this item are made of plastic and are not very durable. You may want to purchase additional metal mounts once you know that the basic setup works.DEEPAK M : Thanks. I am not planning to use Full size flashes. What I plan to use is a pair of ZE-DS12 for macro purpose. I guess that should do the trick then..GLORIA M : The answer is yes (I had to take all the elements apart and reconfigure them). The only caveat would be that it may be too much weight hanging off the sides, especially if you're using full-sized flash units. The smaller flash units should not be a problem. But it most definitely can be done.
It's a nice unit, but not ultra-sturdy. So if your flash gear is very heavy, it may not stand up to too much jostling. Still, for the price, it's really good.
Shopper : this may be a stupid question, but the tripod I have uses a screw to connect to the base of my camera, which has a female receptor. I see how the bottom of the C-bracket would connect to my camera, but how would the extended, straighter part of the bracket connect to my tripod? Does the screw I see in the picture come out, allowing me to screw the tripod to the straightened part of the bracket?DAVID C : As you noted, there is a screw at the bottom with a knurled plastic portion. The upper threaded part of the screw goes into your camera. If you look at the bottom of this screw you will see a threaded hole in it. The tripod screw goes into that portion. Thus the screw does double duty, the upper portion goes into the camera dn the bottom portion has the tripod threaded into it. I hope this helps.
Dave CWILLIAM S : Sorry to be slow in answering but I have been out of town for the week end.
The screw that connects your camera to the 'C' bracket has a female receptor built in to its head. The female receptor is where the tripod connects. Hope this helps. BillJOSE T : Yes. the straighter part has a screw hole to be use with your tripod or tripod base,ALONZO P : If I understand your question correctly, the answer is yes. The bracket can be adjusted a number of ways, dependent upon your needs. The screws are double threaded above and below, allowing you to use with light stands or tripods as needed. The only drawback I would caution is that no matter how I've tried, I cannot get this thing tight at all points at once. It's not a big problem except when attached to my larger follow focus rig and moving. Then it does tend to flex slightly. sometimes pivoting. This isn't really a design issue so much as the weight of all my accessories combined but you should be aware this is a really light rig and it does flex under the best of conditions. Hope that helps you.DENNIS F : The screw will thread into your camera body, and then your tripod will thread into the bottom of that screw. You might have to add a washer to the base of the shoe screw to keep it from bottoming out in your camera female receptacle. All the screws come all the way out of the c-bracket if need be. I use this bracket on my Sony DCR-SX41 camcorder for mounting a light bar that is battery operated. It will definitely work with your tripod and camera. Hope this helps. DennisJASON W : Not a stupid question at all. The bottom of the C-bracket has a female receiver (for lack of a better word) to thread you tripod in to just like the bottom of your camera. You could also use a collar on your lens depending on the brand/model. Collars can be a bit of money but I like the option.DAVID R : Hi,
I had same question too before purchasing. And no, you would not remove the screw you see in the picture on the straight part and screw the tripod's bolt or screw into the bracket itself.
That knurled knob screw on the bottom of the straight piece part of the bracket is also a nut on its underside. The male end threads from your tripod's mounting bolt screws into the female threads of the bottom nut part of this knurled knob.
Then, this same knurled knob with its male end threading screws into the bottom of your camera (female threads) as described in the original question.
So, if you can picture it in your head, your tripod screws into the bottom of the bracket's hollow screw which in turn screws into the bottom of your camera.
Once all snugged up hand tight, the knurled knob holds firmly.
If your tripod uses a detachable base plate to hold the camera via a screw, then the C-bracket with your camera becomes one whole detachable unit.
Aloha!KAREN S : It's difficult to tell from the picture, but there are holes in both of the screws on the straight piece which should screw into your tripod. If you tripod has a quick release plate, you can screw that into the holes too. Hope this helps.
OSWALD B : Can this product fit the height of a Canon 60d camera?BILL F : I do not shop with Adorama any longer because they do not stand behind their products. They sent me a defective lens and then refused to take it back. Be warned; do not buy from Adorama.NOLAN Y : I'm pretty sure it can. I bought it for my Rebel and there is plenty of clearance. I don't think the 60D is that much taller but you could double check in a store. I really like it for the price--very inexpensive solution for occasional use.JOE W : I am uncertain about the height of a Canon 60d camera, but have used it successfully with an old Canon DSLR - a D30.
WizzyKENNETH A : I was not happy wit the lack of height adjustment. It just clears my Nikon D90. That is not much more then the shoe on the top of my viewfinder. I would have sent it back if the shipping would not be more then it cost.GENE S : The height of the "C" portion is 5" but the lower bracket can be reversed to provide additonal clearance. Might be close if you are using the Canon battery grip. I use mine on a Canon Vixia camcorder to attach shotgun mic and LED lights. Have also used in on Nikon D300 without battery grip.
Hope this helps. This bracket is a great buy!ROBERT A. R : No, I don't believe that would be a good match.
I purchased this for light stand use. It is quite small.
I held it up to my Nikon D-300 (about the same size as your Canon) and the upper bracket shoe is only about 1/2 above the camera flash shoe. It even feels too small for my little Olympus E-420...no room for finger between the bracket and lens.
The curved piece has a dimension of 5" ID (inside of one end to the inside of the other end). The bottom arm is 4" long (end to end).
My "Really Right Stuff" bracket is at least an inch higher and the curve is much deeper (more room for hands).
Hope this helps...
RossMCCLAIN, T : This bracket does not fit any camera with a battery grip. It is VERY SMALL and not recommended to purchase. Mine is still in the package it came in and has never been used.DENNIS F : I use mine on a canon camcorder so I can't say for sure if it will fit the Canon 60D. My best guess would be yes due to the fact of the opening of the "C". It would probably mount on the tripod mount on the bottom of your camera. It is a heavy duty mount and I would recommend it to other buyers. Best of luck!KAREN S : I use on 50d so assume it will fit the 60d. It is light weight, so I wouldn't assume that it will support weight of two flash units, I've only used one.CHENINE S : Yes, You mount it in the hot shoe. so it fits all camera. Plus you can adjust the C ring by loosening the screws and sliding the brackets in either directions. I hope this helps.MYSTICPA M : i would think so i but my camcorders on the mount and the mount on the bottom opens up more than what you see in the picture
Reviews about this item
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2018-03-12T08:03:45
Rated 5 out of 5
Very useful to add flash for macro work
I’m using it to add a 3rd flash for insect macro work. II was surprised to get such an attachment which didn’t break the bank, it was very inexpensive, but fills my needs quite well.
ELIZABETH B.
2012-07-01T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
versatile and adjustable accessory brack
bracket is aeasy to mount and mount lights onto. alos balances well.
Hal C.
2012-04-01T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Slept on product
I wanted something for my gh2 to hold the mic (senn mk400) and recorder (sony pcm-m10) for a quick light weight setup. This was perfect and works great. It can also hold an LED light bank with no issues.
jodydb
2012-03-08T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Compact and versatile!
I began using this bracket with my SLR but ended up using it more with my Canon G12. It is so compact and easy to use.
Dan
2012-01-22T19:00:00
Rated 2 out of 5
OK for limited use
This is OK in limited use for a light weight flash (or other shoe mounted accessory) but is made out of rather weak alloy and the plastic shoes are not of high quality. If you need a bracket for limited use and for light weight accessories, then this might suit you for the price...otherwise, you'll need a better bracket.
OMAR F.
2011-10-16T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
i plan on buying more of this bracket
i love this bracket its light enough to carry around without tiring your arms and is fully adjustable
MYSTICPA M.
2011-09-03T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great tool!
Great tool for video, can mount both external mic & light on bracket. Very lightweight & flexible.
GENE S.
2011-03-05T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
flexible flash adapter
Very flexible and lightweight. Needs extra washer to hold it in place. Cannot use the bar to hold a heavy camera, which is likely to twist under the weight. Gives lovely results with creative and convenient positioning of 2-3 flashes. Flash is in "right position" even when camera is turned 90.
ravi l.
2010-04-17T21:00:00
Rated 3 out of 5
OK for the price.
I bought this to use with macro photography to have more flexibility with flash over the subject. You get about what you pay for. The screws don't tighten very well on their own, so the bracket will shift when used off-level. I cut some 2mm thick rubber into small squares with holes in the middle to place between the metal plates and around the screws so the joints wouldn't slip. It works better now. The shoes provided on mine were fairly loose, too. Better have a locking flash. I'd give it 4 stars after some modifications. Fits my e510 fairly well, wouldn't go much bigger with cameras though.
CHRISTOPHER N.
2010-01-24T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
The lowest price of the year
I never see such low price for a bracket, thus I just bought it without any hesitation. Later I found that one of the shoes was bend over just opened the box. [...]I don't know how long will it last. For sure the quality is not as good as you think (really right stuff) but it is what you paid for (1/10 of that price).
Chris
About Adorama C Shaped Adjustable Bracket with two Shoes
FEATURED REVIEWS
Great tool!
By GENE S.
Great tool for video, can mount both external mic & light on bracket. Very lightweight & flexible.
Very useful to add flash for macro work
By ELIZABETH B.
I’m using it to add a 3rd flash for insect macro work. II was surprised to get such an attachment which didn’t break the bank, it was very inexpensive, but fills my needs quite well.
C shaped bracket with 2 shoes which can be moved. Bottom of shoes are 1/4x20 threading. The bracket can slide away from camera.
Key Features
- Bottom of Bracket can mount on tripod
What's in the box:
- Adorama 6 Month Warranty
