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Scott_Quier

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 09:27

After having shot two events (weddings) I have decided my Stroboframe Pro-T doesn't cut the mustard when it comes to rotating to portrait. So, I'm looking to replace it.

Research has narrowed it down to this short list:

Custom Brackets:
The QRS-35-EV Rotation Bracket (seen here (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=271335&is=REG& addedTroughType=categoryNavigation)) for $180 (plus $30 for camera mount plate)
The QRS-35-H Rotation Bracket (seen here (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=243910&is=REG& addedTroughType=categoryNavigation)) for $170 (plus plate)
Stroboframe:

The Pro-RL Bracket (see here (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=117422&is=REG& addedTroughType=categoryNavigation)) for $140
Really Right Stuff:

The B87-B (seen here (http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/flash/index.html)) for $235, plus accessories
Anyone have any experience with any of the above? Any other products I should look at?

Thanks

Wilt

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 09:38

Newton Bracket (buy thru B&H). Superb construction and rigid, yet the lowest weight and bulk, professional grade product that I have used for wedding work my with medium format SLR and Metz flash since the 90's. I have recommended them to other pros on this forum, and none who purchased have regretting it.

Scott_Quier

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 09:43

Thanks for the response. Have never heard of them. Will defintely (sp) check it out.

Wilt

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 09:56

Robert Newton makes the Newton Bracket, and he has a web site with lots of information about the various models he offers, and he is incredibly helpful and will talk extensively with you to configure a bracket. But he will tell you to order thru B&H, as he no longer does direct orders. His phone number is in his website...

http://www.newtoncamerabrackets.com/

Jaymz

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 14:23

I second the Newton bracket. Very nice design and weight to it.

welkcar

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 16:20

Had a Newton and switch to the QRS-35-H and glad I did. Newton seemed too flimsy, although worked good and was extremely light weight.

Wilt

9th of October 2006 (Mon), 16:24

Had a Newton and switch to the QRS-35-H and glad I did. Newton seemed too flimsy, although worked good and was extremely light weight.

Just goes to show "Different strokes for different folks!". I am glad the extra 16 oz. went into additional sturdiness for you. (Carrying an extra pound around 8-12 hours for a wedding job just is not fun, to me) :)

Scott_Quier

10th of October 2006 (Tue), 06:21

I really appreciate the differing viewpoints on this question. They give me fuel to ponder upon.

Thanks.

Padawan Dad

10th of October 2006 (Tue), 08:09

Another recommendation for the Newton. Absolutely love mine! (Have used it for over a year so far.) Very sturdy, lightweight, easy to use, and a great performer.

kenwood33

10th of October 2006 (Tue), 11:29

I use CB digital-t. It rotates the flash not the camera, which I prefer because its faster. Plus its cheap.

sapearl

10th of October 2006 (Tue), 11:50

Scott, I would certainly second what Wilt has said here. He's the one who turned me on to the Newton bracket.

I have the camera rotator model and have been using it with my 580 and 5D at weddings since this past March. I've used a customized Sroboframe that I rebuilt for my own MF use, but I could not come up with anything better, lighter, or more compact than what Newton offers IMHO. - Stu

Newton Bracket (buy thru B&H). Superb construction and rigid, yet the lowest weight and bulk, professional grade product that I have used for wedding work my with medium format SLR and Metz flash since the 90's. I have recommended them to other pros on this forum, and none who purchased have regretting it.

sapearl

10th of October 2006 (Tue), 12:31

Scott_Quier

11th of October 2006 (Wed), 07:02

Several threads have touched upon bracket selection and choice. You can see them here along with additional comments I've made regarding the Newton:

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=214657

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=151127

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=150493

Let me know if you have any specific questions and I'll be glad to try and answere them. - Stu
Stu, Thanks for the information. Between the data supplied by other respondants and the links you provided above, I think I have it nailed.

I can't express how much I appreciate all the help from all the respondants. Thanks all.

sapearl

11th of October 2006 (Wed), 11:42

You're welcome Scott - I felt the same way with all the helpful advice I got earlier this year from the others on this forum. Why reinvent the wheel ?;) - Stu

AlexMa

20th of October 2006 (Fri), 01:39

just got the

CB QRS-35-EV

At first I thought the handle was in a weird position.......

After using it, it is ment to "fit" the angle when held up in the shooting positon.

The EV is also nice that you can hold it in the "EV" positon.