Many Feathers
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I understand that if I get the Wimberly Monopod Gimbal MH-100, I need to change the foot on my Nikon lens collar. Will the above setup work? Any other alternatives.
Thanks much...
Thanks much...
Wimberly Monopod Gimbal with Nikon Z 180-600 work with a Kirk LP-70 Lens Foot
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SoCalRick
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The MH-100 works with an Arca Swiss compatible foot/plate. I don't believe the Kirk LP-70 will work with your lens (since the 180-600 integrates the collar with the lens foot).
To use the MH-100, you'll either need to add an Arca Swiss plate to the bottom of your OEM lens foot, or purchase a replacement collar/lens foot combo that is Arca Swiss compatible.
To use the MH-100, you'll either need to add an Arca Swiss plate to the bottom of your OEM lens foot, or purchase a replacement collar/lens foot combo that is Arca Swiss compatible.
Many Feathers
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Thanks for your reply.
I'm confused though. Isn't the Kirk LP-70 a replacement foot? I thought you remove the current foot from the Nikon collar and attach the Kirk LP-70 instead which is Arca Swiss and then attach the MH-100 to that. "The LP-70 Lens Foot from Kirk slides directly into the collar mount of the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S, Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S, Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S, and Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lenses, locking into place by tightening the locking knob. The lens foot is compatible with most Arca-type clamps and heads, and the double-dovetail design allows other Arca-type accessories to attach to the bottom or the top of the foot. " What am I missing?
If so, the next question is if will work with will work with the 180-600..... ?
Thanks again,
SoCalRick
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Nope, that's the point that I tried to convey in my earlier post.
The 180-600 has a different lens foot configuration than the other lenses that you mentioned.
Here are the compatible options for your lens from the Kirk website: Z 180-600mm F/5.6-6.3 VR
On the 180-600 lens, the foot and collar are an integral unit. Your choices are to attach an arca-swiss compatible plate to the original lens foot or purchase a replacement collar/foot. To the best of my knowledge only Kirk has a replacement. RRS has one under development but it's not shipping yet.
Many Feathers
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Thanks much for your answers. I understand now
You've helped me a lot... Thanks for the link too.Do you know if the universal plate would work well with the 100-400, the 400 4.5 and maybe the 600PF too? I seem to remember Steve Perry saying sometimes the plates aren't so good. Any experience with this plate?
Thanks again...
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Many Feathers
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Got it... now I understand why... thanks!
aolander
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Mounting a plate to a foot with only one screw hole can be problematic in that the plate can rotate. The Kirk plate, however, has a positionable bar to prevent rotation. Also, the foot on the 180-600 has two holes, one 1/4 x 20 and one 3/8 x 16. Get a bushing for the 3/8 hole and use two 1/4 x 20 screws to mount the plate. (Kirk has plates that come with 2 screws.) The plate will be very solidly mounted then with no possibility of rotation.
Many Feathers
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Thanks much again. You guys give out so much great info. I wish I could give some back, but I am just not in the know about these kinds of things. Please know you are appreciated.
I understand about the screws. Will this set up (the Kirk plate using the 2 screws and the MH-100) then work on the Nikon Z 180-600, the 100-400, the 400 4.5 and potentially the 600? Will I need anything else?
SoCalRick
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Yes, the generic lens plate attachment should work the same on the other lenses that you mention.
Many Feathers
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YES!!! Thanks for the info...
aolander
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The plate should work on all of those lenses as I believe they all have two holes in the foot.
craigg0215
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I use a Hejnar M1-500 plate with the removeable ridge attached. The five inch plate fits my hand well when I hand carry the rig, gives me plenty of room to balance my rig on the MH-100 and also provides two screw attachment points for stability.
5.00 Inch Plate with Removable Ridge
www.hejnarphotostore.com
Many Feathers
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Another choice.I use a Hejnar M1-500 plate with the removeable ridge attached. The five inch plate fits my hand well when I hand carry the rig, gives me plenty of room to balance my rig on the MH-100 and also provides two screw attachment points for stability.
5.00 Inch Plate with Removable Ridge
www.hejnarphotostore.com
Thanks much for the info. Now I have to decide which one....
I use the replacement collar from Haoge, there’s a similar one from ishoot. I use it with the wimberley monogimal…the image shows the fit is slightly rearward as it’s balanced on the z8.
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Many Feathers
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Interesting. And it's the least expensive option at $49 - IF I got the right one here: https://www.amazon.com/Haoge-LMR-Z1...24e4bc4df28d39e69682def051d30547&gad_source=1
Do you know if that will also work with the z 100-400, the 400 4.5 and the 600 PF?
It’s the right one for the z180-600:because it replaces the entire collar. It will not work with those other lenses… with those only the foot can be removed, not the collar.
the replacement foot is this one
Kirk LP-70 lens foot Nikon Z 100-400mm 4.5-5.6 VR S
This replacement foot has a most convenient built-in Arca Swiss type plate, a very easy to grip captive locking knob and the ability to quick release it from the lens like the original Nikon foot.
www.photoproshop.com
with the z100-400, like the z70-200 the collar rotates and a foot attaches to that collar. You can replace the foot. With the z180-600 the foot isn’t separate from the collar, it’s one integrated unit. You need to either replace the collar or use a plate that you can attach to the foot. Some prefer one method to the other. Users’ Choice. I got the Haoge because I wanted the QD socket.
Many Feathers
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OK, I got it now. I knew I could remove the feet on the other lenses, but thought I could remove the whole collar too. I will get the Haoge when I order the 180-600... which I am a hair away from doingIt’s the right one for the z180-600:because it replaces the entire collar. It will not work with those other lenses… with those only the foot can be removed, not the collar.
the replacement foot is this one
Kirk LP-70 lens foot Nikon Z 100-400mm 4.5-5.6 VR S
This replacement foot has a most convenient built-in Arca Swiss type plate, a very easy to grip captive locking knob and the ability to quick release it from the lens like the original Nikon foot.
with the z100-400, like the z70-200 the collar rotates and a foot attaches to that collar. You can replace the foot. With the z180-600 the foot isn’t separate from the collar, it’s one integrated unit. You need to either replace the collar or use a plate that you can attach to the foot. Some prefer one method to the other. Users’ Choice. I got the Haoge because I wanted the QD socket.
Thanks much for all the info and putting up with all the questions. PS: FYI, in the Z100-400 manual, it refers to the foot as the "Removing the Tripod Collar"
tigger4t
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Many Feathers
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That looks like a good option too.
Thanks!
jhorsch
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I've replaced all our Nikon lens feet with Kirk feet and collars. Excellent highly engineered and sturdy products. The Kirk website indicates which feet of their feet and collars to use for various lenses.
I use a lens plate from Kirk Enterprises. Has a hole for using a QD attachment such as the BlackRapid straps. Works well. I find the OEM lens collar on the 180-600 works satisfactorily on both the Wimberley WH-100 gimbal head and the Wimberley MH-100 monopod head.
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Many Feathers
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Wonderful information. Thank you all. I'm bookmarking this for when I get my 180-600. Course, it will be a bit even if I order today
Many Feathers
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A BIG thank you to all of you for all of your information. I bought the Kirk KLP 360 Quick Release Lens Plate for the Z 400 and Z 100-400 (although I don't think I'm going to like switching plates in order to change lenses. I LOVE the Wimberly Monopod Gimbal!!! I was able to order the Z 180-600 and it came yesterday. I usually don't know if I like something immediately... but the 100-600... I LOVED immediately. I just ordered the Hoage Lens Collar for the 180-600, so I can use it with the Gimbal. It really is close to the weight limit for me for hand-holding. Whew! I gotta quit spending the money! I'm no pro, but it surely is fun! THANKS.... I would not have done it without you and Steve Perry's help!
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A bit off topic, but I’m looking to upgrade my monopod for use with my Z8+180-600. I like the set-up in your photo with the legs. Could you tell me about it and your panning experience/technique with it? Thanks.