Neither the idea of a camera L bracket is new nor the idea of a two piece modular L bracket. Not even the idea for a Universal camera L bracket, as all are with us for a long time now.
However, there is always space for innovation for restless minds.
Chris Hejnar of Hejnar PHOTO has released a new Universal camera L bracket, which is so versatile and modular that will be able to fulfill the requirements of a big number of photographers.
The L Bracket
In order to fulfill different needs for different sizes of cameras, big P&S, M4/3, Mirrorless, small & large DSLRs with or without grip, Hejnar PHOTO has released an L bracket that comes in two parts. The base plate with a choice of three (3) different lengths and the L vertical side with a choice five (5) different lengths (heights in this case).
All parts are Precision CNC Machined from solid 6061-T6 Aluminum blocks and are hard coat anodized in a glossy black color. Further, all screws are made of Stainless Steel.
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| All L bracket bases have an elongated slot which lets you move the L bracket away from the camera in order give access to the side connectors, either to connect to your computer for tethered shooting or simply insert a remote cable release. Each base plate can be used as a stand alone camera plate or in combination with an L bracket side as a full L bracket. The Base plate has four 1/4"-20 threaded holes and is accompanied by two soft tipped screws, that exercise pressure against the mounted surface and prevent the plate or L bracket from twisting. Further there are also one threaded and two alignment pin holes on the side for the attachment of the vertical L side. A strap mounting hole is present on the other side enabling the attachment of a wrist strap. |
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| The L Bracket vertical Side is attached on the Base via a long screw and aligned by two dowel pins, forming the full L bracket. The L side may be removed at will, leaving some weight behind or just to replace the batteries of a battery grip without loosing the alignment of the base plate |
L Bracket Base Selection
The L Bracket Base package contains:
- One L bracket Base
- Two soft tip screws
- One 1/4"-20 0.4 inch captive style screw.
- Two Allen Hex keys one for ¼"-20 captive screw and one for soft-tip screws
Universal Base 1
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
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| Model: | Base 1 |
| Length: | 6.98 cm (2.75") |
| Height / Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Tapped Holes: | 4 x 1/4"-20 |
| Weight: | 49 gr (1.73 oz) |
| Soft Tip Screws: | 2 x 1/4"-20 |
| Strap Loop: | Yes |
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| L Base 1 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
Universal Base 2
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
|---|---|
| Model: | Base 2 |
| Length: | 7.93 cm (3.125") |
| Height / Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Tapped Holes: | 4 x 1/4"-20 |
| Weight: | 56 gr (1.97 oz) |
| Soft Tip Screws: | 2 x 1/4"-20 |
| Strap Loop: | Yes |
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| L Base 2 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
Universal Base 3
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
|---|---|
| Model: | Base 3 |
| Length: | 10.48 cm (4.125") |
| Height / Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Tapped Holes: | 4 x 1/4"-20 |
| Weight: | 76 gr (2.68 oz) |
| Soft Tip Screws: | 2 x 1/4"-20 |
| Strap Loop: | Yes |
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| L Base 3 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
L Bracket Side Selection
The L Bracket Side package contains:
- One L bracket Side
- One connecting screw.
- One Allen Hex key for the connecting screw.
Universal Side 1
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
|---|---|
| Model: | Side 1 |
| Length / Height: | 6.0 cm (2.375") |
| Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Weight: | 39 gr (1.37 oz) |
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| L Side 1 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
Universal Side 2
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
|---|---|
| Model: | Side 2 |
| Length / Height: | 7.78 cm (3.065") |
| Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Weight: | 44 gr (1.55 oz) |
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| L Side 2 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
Universal Side 3
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
|---|---|
| Model: | Side 3 |
| Length / Height: | 9.0 cm (3.565") |
| Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Weight: | 48 gr (1.69 oz) |
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| L Side 3 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
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| Model: | Side 4 |
| Length / Height: | 12.95 cm (5.1") |
| Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Weight: | 65 gr (2.29 oz) |
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| L Side 4 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
Universal Side 5
| Manufacturer Specification: | |
|---|---|
| Model: | Side 5 |
| Length / Height: | 14.57 cm (5.738") |
| Thickness: | 0.95 cm (0.375") |
| Width: | 3.81 cm (1.50") |
| Weight: | 76 gr (2.68 oz) |
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| L Side 5 drawing with exact dimensions (Click to enlarge). |
Besides the benefits of a modular L bracket, that permits the removal of the L side when not needed, the choice between bases and sides brings in a new versatility of combinations.
Just to name a few, you can have many L bracket Base plates for different cameras bodies with one L bracket Side to be used when needed on each one. You can have one L bracket Base plate with two different L bracket Sides switching between a gripped or non gripped operation of the camera etc etc.
Simply you pay for what you need, when you need it!
Update: Jan 2013
New Universal L Bracket Base 4 from Hejnar PHOTO
I hope you found the information useful, thank you for viewing.
All Photos & Drawings © 2012 Chris Hejnar / Hejnar PHOTO
Prices and Availability:
Current price for all L Bracket Bases is US$ 45.00 while the price for L Bracket Sides 1, 2, 3 is US$ 45.00 and for Sides 5, 6 is US$ 65.00 (+Shipping where applicable).
All Universal L Bracket Components are available from Hejnar Photo online Store.
Update:
As of 2017 Hejnar Photo Modular L Brackets are no longer available from the Hejnar Photo online Store. Dedicated / Custom and or Universal camera base plates are available instead.
If you are interested in the product, do check the Recommended Sellers page for a valid Hejnar Photo discount coupon before ordering.
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