Hi,
I did ping Oly about the tripod mount design. As usual they responded
quickly. Here is the response:
Dear Mike,
The 1/4-20 thread tripod mounting socket on Olympus cameras is a
universally accepted design, similar to the majority of camera mounting
threads found on the majority of cameras to mount on the majority of
tripods, quick-release plates, camera stands, flash brackets and other
such accessories.
Could the issue be that Arca Swiss mounting plates are the tail that is
wagging the dog?
Regards,
Olympus Imaging America, Inc.
I responded something to the effect that he may have a point, though
the dog owner is especially displeased with the whole situation when
the tail falls off.
Mike
Jeff Keller wrote:
> 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
>
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