The Vanguard QS-72T Quick Shoe is an Arca compatible quick release plate with a foldaway central column that can be used to attach a smartphone up to 85mm wide to any Arca compatible tripod head.
On the top of the smartphone clamp is a cold shoe mount that allows you to attach accessories such as a light or microphone, or any other accessory using a .
On the side is a 1/4" thread hole that can be used to attach even more accessories using a suitable support arm, such as the .
It also includes a 1/4" camera screw and anti-slip rubber pads, so it can also be used with your camera or spotting scope to provide a solid and steady link to your chosen Arca compatible head.
The quick shoe can be attached to the base of the camera:
- By hand using the D-ring
- Using an Allen key
- Using a coin
- Using a screwdriver
Having the same number of quick release shoes as the number of cameras/scopes ensures that your kit can be changed without the need to transfer the quick release plate, saving time for professional and amateur photographers alike.
Compatible with the following Vanguard products:
- VEO Tripod Heads
- Alta BH
- Alta GH
- Alta PH-32
- Alta PH-31
- PH-114V
- TBH
- BBH
- GH-200
- GH-300T
As well as any other brand's Arca compatible head.
The video below shows how the accessories can link together to turn your tripod into a studio, in this case using the as a base:
So if you want to make the most of your smartphonography, check out the QS-72T and #makeupyourownmind
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