KP Birder
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It seems that there are a number of available replacement feet for the Nikon Z mount 400mm f/4.5 lens: Haoge, Leofoto, Wimberley, Kirk. Looking for experiences with any of them and recommendations. Thanks in advance.
Replacement foot for the Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 - any experiences, recommendations?
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MatthewK
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Hejnar, all the way. Great quality, have added one to every telephoto lens I’ve owned.
John Navitsky
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this. it’s a good product, but also they have a foot that gives you as much length as possible to get as close to the balance possible
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3rd vote for Hejnar.
DRM
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I have the Hejnar as well. It works. It saves you some money over some of the other options. It’s certainly better than a plate added on. But its lines are not as flush with the lens as the Nikon’s is and it’s not as comfortable to carry as the Nikon foot.
I have two different Hejnars, bought at the same time. They remind me of when I lose a nice looking flange serrated nut on a piece of equipment and have to replace it with a generic mismatched nut and washer I have lying around. It does they job but I notice the oddity.
I have two different Hejnars, bought at the same time. They remind me of when I lose a nice looking flange serrated nut on a piece of equipment and have to replace it with a generic mismatched nut and washer I have lying around. It does they job but I notice the oddity.
Hejnar!!!
Kirk. Don’t need a tool when I want to remove it.
A lot of good alternatives. Personally, I've been very happy with the ReallyRight Stuff LCF-21 replacement foot on my Z400mm f4.5 lens.
I also am happy with the Kirk replacement foot for the Z600mm f4 TC lens - I went to Kirk because ReallyRightStuff foot was backordered.
I also am happy with the Kirk replacement foot for the Z600mm f4 TC lens - I went to Kirk because ReallyRightStuff foot was backordered.
Aonther vote for Hejnar
KP Birder
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I just watched Steve Mattheis’ latest video and he is using a Kirk foot on his 100-400mm lens. He showed how easy it is to pop it on and off, which I thought would be an advantage.
I got the replacement foot from RRS. I believe this is the same replacement foot on the 70-200 F 2.8. Very happy with the RRS products.
Shutter Lawrence
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I use the Hejnar foot on the 400/4.5. I used the Kirk foot on the 500pf previously. Both are well made and honestly tough to go wrong with the reputable brands mentioned above.
The detachable versions would make me nervous if using as the anchor point for a strap when hiking, etc.
The detachable versions would make me nervous if using as the anchor point for a strap when hiking, etc.
Maljo
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How is it better than the Nikon foot?
The Haoge LF-Z72 also works well. (from Amazon UK)
MatthewK
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Arca Swiss rails, socket for QD sling attachment are the big ticket items. If your primary aim is to handhold though, I’d just keep the Nikon foot.
Darrellhar
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I second the RRS foot. I have a 100-400 which takes the same foot (70-200 does too) and haven't had any issues with it. I think if you go with one of the big brands everyone has listed you can't go wrong. Prices will fluctuate between brands but I'm sure all the top ones will server you well. RRS was $140 when I purchased it. I like the fact that Nikon is using the same collar for several lens. Good for the consumer as manufacturer and produce more knowing they can sell for multiple lens.
KP Birder
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Reviews are mostly positive, but one mentions that the edges are “sharp” and uncomfortable in the hand…how do you find it? Also, I am unable to determine if it can accept a QD connector?
KP Birder
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RRS seems to be out of stock.
I have the Kirk replacement foot and I find the edges sharp as well. It’s on my 70-200 but fits the 400 4.5
No sharp edges on mine.
It has a 3/8" threaded hole in the centre so I assume that is what you need?
If you look closely it has a small "bar" at the end and into the gap this creates I attached a peak design anchor, and another on a small plate on the camera body.
I also have the Kirk foot but use the Haoge because I can easily fit the PD anchor.
It's about 20mm shorter than the Kirk.
KP Birder
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Thanks for the info. I don’t think a QD hole is threaded. I also have a PD strap, so that is another consideration. So right now I am considering Kirk and Hejnar, and possibly Haoge. Being Canadian, the price becomes pretty much double a U.S. price, so it is also important…but not so important that I would put my lens at risk by opting for something cheap that won’t hold up! Thank you all for your comments.
John Navitsky
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or even better, just remove the foot.
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KP Birder
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I do handhold a lot, but probably 25% of the time I use my monopod or tripod. 
Just checked and yes the Haoge has a QD socket.
Anjin San
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Hejnar…same one fits 400, 100-400, and 70-200. Excellent and cheaper than the RSS one. QD connection as well if you roll that way.