Just bought a RRS L-bracket, but may be having second thoughts?

I just placed an order for a BH-40 and L-bracket for a Canon 6D (no battery grip), but I've been reading a few tests where mounting vertically with the L-bracket actually introduced more camera shake. I've seen this repeated on numerous forums, but is it an old photographer's tale, or one that's borne out in reality?

Thanks!

I have the same one, no problems. Just make sure you push it against the body firmly when you tighten the screw. You'll be just fine. Works like a charm.

I wouldn't worry about it. I have RRS L brackets on my cameras and see no issue. Any camera I have would get an L bracket.

Hokie Jim wrote in post #17892938
I just placed an order for a BH-40 and L-bracket for a Canon 6D (no battery grip), but I've been reading a few tests where mounting vertically with the L-bracket actually introduced more camera shake. I've seen this repeated on numerous forums, but is it an old photographer's tale, or one that's borne out in reality?

Thanks!

When you take delivery and open the box, your fears will evaporate. They make very high quality equipment. Their customer service is second to none so if you have any concerns after you receive your order, give them a call.

I can't say I use it vertically very often, but I haven't detected any camera shake with this L plate. Sturdy as it should be.

You get far more camera shake when you use most heads to drop your camera 90 degrees. The L bracket is far more stable option.

Can't live without an L. Tighten it down and enjoy.

Old wives' tale, getta new wife!

Thanks all!

Now I just need to decide on a legset

Had an RRS L plate on every body Ive owned for years now. Never experienced or even read of what the OP mentioned. They are rock solid and a necessity IMO.

With an RRS L plate and BH-40, there's only one logical choice (well, two if you want to be fussy) - the RRS Series 2 (TVC-23 or TVC24 depending on whether how short it collapses matters). Might as well keep everything rock-solid.