The OM tripod adapter at least had some edges that could be butted up
against the lip of an adapter plate. They've made a step backware IMO.
The foot of the Zuiko 50-200 doesn't have even a single straight edge
that can prevent rotation. Fortunately the base of the tripod foot
seems to resist rotation. The Zuiko 150/2 isn't any better. The short
RRS multipurpose rail looks as good as the Zuiko tripod feet.
Fortuitously the RRS multi purpose rails have an adjustable stop that
has a curved edge. It isn't as good as having a simple flat edge on
the foot but works adequately when butted up against the front of the
Zuiko tripod foot.
Yes, Olympus isn't the only one designing stupid tripod feet on their lenses.
It surely wouldn't be hard to put a rectangular foot with a couple
dovetails on a lens. With rounded corners like the RRS plates, it
would look as good as what they have now and be a lot more functional.
That could instantly identify them as designing professional
equipment. (Sorry I still remember the comments an Oly official made
regarding the E-1 not being considered professional unless it was big)
-jeff
On 11/15/07, Winsor Crosby <wincros@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> Does anyone make their lens foot into a quick release plate? Not that
> I am aware. Oly does not need to be singled out for that. Some of
> them( a couple of Nikons are notorious) are not sturdy enough to
> provide a stable platform.
>
>
>
> Winsor
> Long Beach, California, USA
>
>
>
>
> On / November 15, 2007 CE, at 2:50 PM, Jeff Keller wrote:
>
> >
> > You might be right. They seem to put more emphasis on aesthetics
> > than function.
> > -jeff
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