which mounting plate do I need for a Velbon DV-40 video tripod?
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The pan head has a model number. Find out what is is and then look up the QR plate at http://www.tripodquickrelease.com/Velbon_Quick_Releases.htm.
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not sure, if its available and on amazon but you may contact the company http://www.cowboystudio.com/Articles.asp?ID=144 This is a good product with good quality materials , i would also like the option of having extra mounting plates if i want to use with other cameras .
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You will need to buy a fitting so that your tripod can mount to it. That's what I had to do but it wasn't expensive
925993
The top plate might work. But the bottom will only work if you mount it into the top plate of the video head.
1238411
I agree with the others. You will need a tripod mount that is Arca-Swiss compatible. If this is the case, you are good to go. If not, you'll need a different tripod mount or look for a bracket that is compatible with you model of mount.
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I'd have to try it out. I roll with the Giottos quick release, too. The Velbon plate is pretty narrow. The main considerations are the leveling bubbles on the Giottos. They hang lower than the rest of the base plate, making it difficult to mount it somewhere flat and wide.
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There should be holes to screw the tripod mount on the bottom of the bracket... right next to the knob. Thats where I screwed mine in
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You might want to check here: http://www.tripodquickrelease.com/Velbon_Quick_Releases.htm#Old%20Velbon%20Reference
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Yes, I have mine on a Manfrotto tripod. I can't tell you what size plate to get as I don't know anything about the Tamron lens. I would get on line and go to Tamrons or whom ever you plan to buy your plate from and see what they recommend. Good luck!
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Yes. I have both the "Giottos MH621" and the "Ravelli's AVT Professional Video Camera Tripod" (both are excellent values). The plates ARE interchangeable. TIP: take a few minutes to see how to adjust the tightening lever for the Giottos MH621 Quick Release Adapter-I just started using it and was frustrated...until I read the directions.
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if you want to purchase a second quick release plate, it wouldnt hurt. other than that it should attach right to tripod.
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I use it on a no name tripod mounting plate and it works fine. It comes with a couple washers to help with that.
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The best way to get such info is to consult the manufacturer's website. http://www.velbon.biz/ or use their contact form. http://www.velbon.biz/faq/form.html. It appears to be a Japanese company. The tripod I bought it for was an oldie. Checking first is indeed a good idea. (big grin) If you have a friend with a hobby machine shop, he can run you up one out of aluminum and glued on rubber strips in about half an hour. That way, you KNOW it fits yours.
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I agree with the first answer from CaptainChet, a standard 1/4 inch female tripod screw attachment point. The top plate has a standard male camera body screw.
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You do not need an additional piece you can attach your camera directly to the plate. You can use a quick release plate if you wish..........VideoGearDirect
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the slider has a 1/4-20 threaded hole that will mount directly to the tripod head or plate. If using the 30" or longer with a heavier DSLR or video camera you should use another support on one end.
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You would need to have some sort of bracket to connect to the plate. It comes with a standard camera/tripod size screw attachment, so if you have something that will connect your GN3 to a tripod, you're probably good. That said, this unit is very heavy. If it were me, I would check out the stabilizers for GoPro to see if they might offer a better solution.