Hejnar QR Plate for Canon EOS M Series Cameras - Updated with QD socket

As recently announced from Hejnar PHOTO their D035 Dedicated Quick Release Plate for the Canon Powershot compact and/or M Series Interchangeable Lens Compact mirrorless cameras has been updated with a QD (Quick Detach) socket.

Hejnar Photo H102 Replacement Foot for Nikon AF-S 200 mm f2 ED-IF VR and VR II

Hejnar Photo re released their H102 Arca style Replacement Foot for the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200mm f/2.ED-IF VR and VR II with the addition of a QD (Quick Disconnect) Socket.
It seems that QD sockets and straps are becoming a standard lately so many Hejnar models are updated likewise.

The Arca-Swiss® compatible lens foot fits on the lens collar, thus allowing the lens to be mounted more properly on ball heads and Gimbals with Arca style clamps.

Hejnar Dedicated QR Plate for Canon EOS M Series Cameras

End of the year update from Hejnar PHOTO regarding their Dedicated Quick Release Plate for the Canon Powershot compact and/or M Series Interchangeable Lens Compact mirrorless cameras.

New Dedicated QR Plate for the Fujifim X-H1 from Hejnar Photo

The Hejnar Photo family of quick release plates for the Fujifilm series of cameras has been enriched yet with another member.

This time a dedicated plate for the newer Fujifilm X-H1 has been released by he end of March 2018.

Hejnar Photo D027 QR Plate Compatible with Fujifilm X-T20 Update

It's been a long time since Hejnar Photo has introduced the D027 Arca Style Quick Release plate. It was originally introduced in 2014 to cover the fixed lens Finepix models designated Dedicated D027 QR Plate for Fuji X100/S.

What is interesting though, is that after thorough testing it is declared directly compatible with the newer Fujifilm X-T20 which seems to share the same smaller base footprint.

Article of S.C.V. Heavy Duty Multi-Row Panorama Head Updated

SCV Heavy Duty HDR Multi-Row Panorama Head with short 6" Nodal Rail

Quite after a long time from its initial release, the article about the concept of my Heavy Duty Multi Row Panorama Head was updated and refined according to the latest versions of the components.

Many times scheduled and postponed it's finally revived.

As a short reminder this Heavy Duty Multi Row Panorama Head structure was designed to cope with large telephoto lenses or large medium format cameras with minimal to none flex or vibrations.

Featuring Indexing Panoramic Rotators both on the vertical arm and the horizontal plain, plus an optional leveling base will give utmost versatility for the creation of standard to Gigapixel Panoramas.

More Torque Test Result Updates in Sunwayfoto Indexing Rotator Reviews

Further to the recent Updates for Torque Test Results in Sunwayfoto Leveling Bases Reviews

The publication of the Sunwayfoto DDP-64SI Improved Panoramic Indexing Rotator Review gave also the opportunity to conclude some other pending Torque Test Results regarding the previous DDP-64 M snd S series Panoramic Indexing Rotators.

Sunwayfoto DDP-64SI Improved Panoramic Indexing Rotator Review

Sunwayfoto® took almost another year from the release of the Updated Sunwayfoto DDP-64S Panoramic Indexing Rotator (Review) for the release of the DDP-64SI Panoramic Indexing Rotator.

This somehow, is not a face lifted version of their original DDP-64S since the addition of the letter "I" at the end of the model name signifies substantial enhancements aka improvements.

Updates for Torque Test Results in Sunwayfoto Leveling Bases Reviews

In an effort to tidy up some loose ends and pending matters in site content, the reviews concerning the Sunwayfoto Leveling Bases have been updated with Torque test results.

The measuring methods used,  were not meant for absolute precision, but rather to give an indication of the capabilities.

Sunwayfoto Custom Plate for Canon 5D Mk III Updated

Following the latest trend where More of Sunwayfoto Products Adopt RRS Compatibility, at least in the US market where the interest is stronger, Sunwayfoto has released a new version of their PC-5DIII custom QR plate for the Canon EOS 5D Mk III DSLR body.

Sunwayfoto Revised 2014 version DDH-03i Panning Clamp Review

Or better, reinstatement of the DDH-03i to what it should have been the first place.

A couple of months ago, an issue about Sunwayfoto DDH-03i Panning Clamp Reduced Torque Capacity was reported to me, which I tested and confirmed in this forementioned article.

Sunwayfoto DDH-03i Panning Clamp Reduced Torque Capacity

A few days ago I received an email from a reader asking for my opinion (thanks Ray) on an issue he was experiencing with a recently acquired DDH-03i panning clamp.
The clamp did not seem to be able to withstand the load of a Nikon D600 + 70-200mm f:2.8 (approx 2.5 kg) set out by 18cm from the center of the clamp.

Desmond Discal QR Clamp Series on Promotion

The Desmond Discal Series of Arca-Swiss® compatible quick release clamps was announced in October 2013 and finally released last January.

As I had described in the New Line of User Serviceable QR Clamps Announced by Desmond article back then; this series introduced an innovative design, which besides the Disc shape, featured a moving jaw mechanism, that can be dis-assembled without special tools.

Sunwayfoto PCL-6DR Custom L Bracket for Canon EOS 6D (Body) Update

Sunwayfoto® have released an updated version of their Custom PCL-6D L bracket specifically designed for the Canon EOS 6D camera Body (without a battery grip).

The PCL-6DR update is exactly the same in design, dimensions and features as the original PCL-6D, with a couple of differences though.

Sunwayfoto DDP-64S Panoramic Indexing Rotator Updated ver Review

A little while after the release of the updated DDP-64M Panoramic Indexing Rotator, Sunwayfoto has also released a face lifted version of their more compact and lighter DDP-64S Panoramic Indexing Rotator, which is already in the market by now.

Announcement of Triopo Speedlight TR-982 High Speed Sync Flash

Triopo is well known by now for their budget Carbon Fiber series tripods like the GT-3228X8C or the GX-1328 which I have reviewed.

However, in parallel with the tripod lines they have always had a full series of Studio and Field Flashes under the OUBAO brand name, which were and are mostly sold in their vast internal market. So the international markets are not so aware of those.

Updated Sunwayfoto DYH-90i and DYH-90Ri Leveling Bases Released

About a year ago Sunwayfoto had introduced their mid-sized DYH-90 and DYH-90R Leveling bases combined with their Discal Screw-Knob and large Duo Lever/Screw-Knob Release clamps.
Both models were then reviewed in Sunwayfoto DYH-90 Leveling Base Review and Sunwayfoto DYH-90R Leveling Base Review respectively; while I was left under the impression that the stand alone (meaning without a quick release clamp bundled) versions had also the same improved characteristics.

Sunwayfoto DDP-64M Panoramic Indexing Rotator Updated ver Review

Sunwayfoto has released an updated version of their DDP-64M Panoramic Indexing Rotator, which is reaching the market this days.
Awkwardly enough, the new version does not follow the Sunwayfoto custom to include an "i" for improved at the end of the model name, which makes it a little difficult to discriminate it from the previous version.

New Custom L Bracket for Canon EOS 6D with Battery Grip from Sunwayfoto

A little after two months from the release of the PCL-6D Custom L Bracket for Canon EOS 6D Body, Sunwayfoto has announced earlier today their Custom L bracket specifically designed for the Canon EOS 6D equipped with Battery Grip.
Following the design of the also recent PCL-5DIIIG L Bracket for Canon EOS 5D MkIII with Battery Grip, the new PCL-5DG differs from its siblings the PC-6D Plate and the PCL-6D L Bracket.

An Innovative Articulated Flash Bracket from Sunwayfoto

I have many times declared a fan of innovation and unique design.
Far more when it comes from a Country broadly known for its copying abilities. :)

Among the products released from Sunwayfoto earlier today, was their first Flash Bracket model.
Sunwayfoto TFB-01 is a fresh idea, approaching the functions required from a flash bracket, with a unique articulated design.