Manfrotto 501PLONG Quick Release Plate - Long Plate

The primary advantage is its extended length (110mm), which provides a greater range for sliding the camera fore and aft on the tripod head, enabling better balance for camcorders with unusual weight distribution due to accessories like long lenses or large batteries.

The 501PLONG plate is designed to fit the Manfrotto 501HDV, 503HDV, and 701HDV video heads.

Yes, it is supplied with two 1/4" and two 3/8" camera fixing screws to accommodate a variety of camcorders.

The scale helps you mark and recall the optimal balance position for your camera. Once you find the perfect balance point, note the corresponding mark on the scale so you can quickly return to it for future setups.

The VHS locating pin is designed to be moveable along the length of the plate to help achieve the maximum range of balance positions, rather than being fully removable.

The plate is constructed from durable aluminum, finished in black.

The plate weighs 120 grams.

Ensure the VHS locating pin is correctly positioned and that you are using the full range of the plate's length. Double-check that the camera is mounted centrally on the plate and that the tripod head's locking mechanism is fully engaged.

The plate comes with both 1/4" and 3/8" screws. Verify which thread size your camera uses and select the corresponding screw. If neither fits, your camera may use a proprietary mounting system.

Confirm that the plate is correctly seated in the tripod head's quick-release mechanism and that the head's locking lever is fully tightened. Check for any obstructions preventing a secure lock.