Thank you, Ricci! Looks like the best choice.

awesome as I have one of their tripods which I love and the universal L-bracket. Cant wait till I can get one of these

Thanks for the review. This is much better than the one I bought which I will now be sending back after I get one of these.

Great content, love it!

Thanks for the video Ricci, this bracket seem like the perfect choice for z camera bodies....

Thanks Ricci, very good video. The only critique I have is to add some video of mounting the bracket to the camera and mounting it to a tripod. These are minor, but it would be nice to see in terms of completeness and show definitely how easy it is to attach the bracket.

Thank you. I was wondering about the FTZ bracket as well so this answers my question. Great channel. Sub'd. ; )

Gosh, that's exactly what I was looking for, since I just got the Z6 II and the Z7 II. Actually, I was looking for videos like "smallrig". But now I'm taken with the fit and weight of this bracket. Thanks for the help and the new perspective. As always great content. Best SLEH

Excellent presentation! ~Thank you, Raymond, Kerry, Ireland~

I took a look at the 14-30 at The Photography Show here in the UK yesterday. It makes for a very compact set up and will take 100mm filter systems. Happy days

Thank you for the review! The focus is hunting a little bit ))

Glad to see more custom brackets for the Z6 and Z7. For me the brackets that add extra height to the grip are better and I also wonder if this bracket has the issue that many others have where you can't change between FTZ lenses and native lenses without removing the camera from the tripod? Otherwise, looks good for those that don't care about either of these limitations.

Was talking to the guys at 3lt and there was update on the zelda to come in the next 6 months due to the accessibility of the cable release 👌👌👌

Very useful thanks. I had a concern with the FTZ on Arca Swiss. Owning a lot of F mount lenses the incompatibility put me off considering a Z7. You’ve set my mind at rest😊

First thanks for all the great videos, keep up the good work. Do you use camera vivid profile? or when you edit do you switch the RAW photos in light-room to Camera Vivid profile? can show how you edit your Images and what profile you use.

Hello Ricci and thanks for this very interesting review. I have question : is it possible to use a shutter release like the Nikon MC-DC2 in portrait mode ? Thanks a lot for your answer. Marian.

Several companies make camera-specific L-brackets, including Kirk, RRS and, as a great, cheaper alternative, Haoge. One thing about the Kirk L-bracket is that newer ones (like for the Z7) have integrated QD connections for sling straps, as well as an integrated hex wrench, which is convenient.

Thanks for this video! Any idea how well this would work with BlackRapid style straps? Not sure if it’s potentially troublesome having the cutouts so close to the bottom threaded hole when attaching the strap.

If I move from D to Z series, I 'll look into this one again. My current L bracket I needed to Dremel for access to ports. The cable with my radio remote has an angled plug ...

Kewl stuff. How about a full body cage with the same head? Is that something that is already available for the Z’eds?

This looks like a cool and on. I am not a pro photographer by any means, so may i ask what is the advantage of having this ?? Thanks for the info in advance !

Thanks a million for this reviews . M getting this one . Request : 1 .wireless tethering for video controls : compare the Camera Control Pro 2 Vs SnapBridge Vs Cam-Fi Pro Vs Camera DeluxeRC ......This is one very important stuff ...Plus do we need the WT7 with camera control pro 2 at all now a days .. And how to use the WT7 with the Z6 Request 2 : camera cage plus mountings on tripod set up and gimbal setup Small Rig Vs 8Sinn .... Including the complete rigging with Atomos Ninja V and Sennhizer or Rode microphone setup ( using their film makers kit ) Request 3 : review of the 14-30 mm f 4 S Thanks again for your kind support .....

Thanks for the video Ricci, I pre-ordered my Zelda from Wex a couple of weeks ago, according to 3LT it's less than 12 days before they are released, can't wait as my old L bracket sort of works but only with the Z mount lens. Any update on the 14-30 yet, how is it performing?

@RicciTalks

5 жыл бұрын

The 14-30mm is performing amazingly. I have a day planned shooting coastal landscape with it in a few days so want to add that to the review.

thanks for that Ricci as usual excellent information question, to go with my Z7 II and Zelda I would be very grateful if you could recommend a *Quick release ball head around £200 mark* so many on the market to choose from.

You do such a great job with your videos, only this time I found the music in this video quite unnerving. Nontheless: thanks for your video!

I think that the universal brackets have their place. If you have a lot of different bodies, it might be the better way to go. But on the other hand, some of the brackets made for specific models might give you better access to things like ports because they are made specifically for that camera body and/or series. I should probably look more closely into the Kirk or 3 Legged Thing brackets, as I have one RRS bracket for my Z's (luckily the same bracket works on the gen 1 and gen 2 Z6/Z7 bodies) but I might want to get a second bracket so I can have one on each body and not have to remove the bracket when I want to shoot on a different body, or even if I wanted ot mount both cameras (with different lenses) onto tripods at the same time. The one thing I will say that I love about my RRS L- bracket is it is a two-piece design, so when in the vertical position, I can slide the camera body up and down to allow for the camera to be in the vertical position, but still access the ports on the camera. To me, this is useful and some of the aftermarket cheaper ones are one-piece and this isn't really possible, or you have to buy a special 90 degree adapter, which sometimes doesn't work anyway.

Hi Ricci, I am probably missing some think but you can not use this L-bracket with a Manffroto plate in the portrait position? by the look of your video is that right. Nice video though..

I picked up the darker one for my Z7ii (orange one was a bit too bright for my tastes). So far I like it a lot and it'll do very well for me and fits the camera great and my tripod. The ONLY thing I don't like about the design is that in order to access the main connections (USB-C/HDMI) there isn't enough room to get your finger under the flap to pull the cover open. The only 2 options are to get something to pry it open, or take off the Zelda Also sure would be cool if you could use the PeakDesign Clip 3 without having to add their base plate to the bottom of the Zelda. Overall it's great, works really well and is way easier to have attached and not have to concern yourself with your tripod bracket Great video Ricci! It did help me decide to get mine

I have the Kirk Enterprises Lens collar for the Nikon 200-500 f/5.6 and do you know if they would plays well together?

So, you say you can mount or demont the FTZ adapter with this L-bracket while being on the tripod?

Ricci I have both the Z7 & Z6 camera with Kirk L Brackets. I've used Kirk brackets on both my D850 and D810 in the past and they were flawless in use. Where both the Z camera fall flat on their face with the L brackets, is when using a remote shutter release and the only option is to plug it into the side port. It's a no go! Try shooting in the portrait mode and the cord gets crushed between the bracket and the ball head. Nikon left off the 10 and 8 pin socket from the front of the camera (shame on Nikon) and created a huge problem for me. Peter

@JoshHarrisPhotography

3 жыл бұрын

I've found that shooting in "electronic front-curtain shutter mode" (works up to 1/2000s) combined with exposure delay has made the need for cable release/mirror-up obsolete. Even for exposures longer than 30 seconds where you'd normally use BULB, you can use TIME and just block the light coming into the lens at the last second before you release the shutter. You should give those options a shot.

@CraftyAlienSimRacing

Жыл бұрын

You can also use Snapbridge as a remote shutter release from your phone

Hi Ricci., Smallrig L-bracket or this one, 3 Legged Thing for the Nikon Z 6....?., and the most important....do you have to take it out when you switch from F mount lenses to S lenses ( and need to take off the adapter...?)Thanks man!.Best regards!

Have you tired attaching the Peak Design Capture V3 to the bottom of the Zelda? I know they make the Ellie PD version but was wondering if Zelda is compatible with all the Peak Design gear I have

Hi, Well presented as all your video's , does this fit the z7 II with MB-N11? Hugh

How do you Mount the Zelda to manfrotto fluid head. Thx

I have a very basic question. How does it feel in your hand ? All these L Brackets look like they would dig into one palm after a short while. Also, as this video was shot several months ago, any updates on this or other brands /models of L Bracket that you've since discovered ? Thanks !

Hi Ricci. Please can you advise if an L bracket exists for Z6 or Z7 with the MB-N10 fitted?

Looks great, but only issue I can see is that it may be difficult to mount a heavy lens like Sigma 85mm 1.4 Art, so the mount bears all the weight on the tripod. The FTZ adapter has the option to attach a mounting plate to it, will this get in the way of the 3LT plate? Smallrig produce an adapter that has an additional support that threads onto the L plate to take the strain off the mount and onto the L Plate. Bit of a faff, but maybe better than potentially damaging the mount. Worth a look.

@peterlooper7956

5 жыл бұрын

I've got one and it is great if you are going to do a lot of photos using F Mount lenses, but a faff if you're swapping to S lenses regularly.

I just picked up this bracket for my Z6. The bracket covers the battery charging light next to the camera strap attachment also the cut out in the bracket for the lens release button compromises the ability of some cheaper narrower Arca clamps to securely hold the camera. the camera popped right out of the Arca clamp I am using, kind of scary when you have $4000.00 of camera gear relying on a $100 clamp.. there was no need to make that cut out in the clamp. you could access the lens removal button just fine. I reported this to Three legged thing and they said they have no plans on changing the design. so, take that for what it is worth.

Would love to see a Zelda compatible with the Peak Design Capture 3; just like their Zayla for the Z50!

hello man thanks for this video. i have one question. with manfroto plate you have problem to use ftz adapter for old f lenses or the native lens for example 24-70 2,8 s? for me now when i use this plate on camera body with 24-70 i have a problem when i change to ftz . does fit and must be extract the plate before put ftz..

Hi Ricci. I have a question... 3lt has a special L bracket that is compatible with the peak design v3. I think it is called Ellie... They have multiple sizes of this bracket. Do you have any idea which one is good for a z6? Thanks in advance! I think I need a bracket because I have big hands and my little finger keeps on slipping of the z6😅

Ok, here’s the problem with this bracket: you cannot use the WR-R10 remote with the camera mounted on a tripod in the portrait mode because the bracket only has a single hole. The Kirk L-bracket has a long notch in the base which allows you to slide the bracket. This allows you to use the WR-R10 with the camera mounted in portrait mode.

@MSmatt76

4 жыл бұрын

I have a Kirk on my Z7 and the Zelda on my Z6. The Kirk is a bit heavier and you need an allen wrench to mount (which you can store in the mount btw). This is something to consider if you need to slide your bracket out for connections then you want the Kirk. I like having both since with the orange Zelda I can easily tell the cameras apart and I don't use the connections in portrait mode on the Z6.

@AshBashSneakers

4 жыл бұрын

cant you use an app?

if i want to get the universal one (the dedicated one doesn’t work with peak design clip) what would i miss? can i change the lenses between f and z?

Nice video! Plz suggest me L bracket with Rc2 manfrotto for nikon z7

What’s with the random bolts on the bottom and the side, that go nowhere and seemingly serve no purpose (not through holes)?

Does anyone know How it works with the Nikon FTZ and long Lenses

Can remote shutter cables be used in portrait? Looks like cable could interfere in portrait setup. .??

I have a small rig cage around my z6ii what l bracket would you recommend

How about the Bermo x35 tripod? Does it fit?

YOu also mentioned the FTZ adapter which I think Nikon needs to release an updated version without the tripod mount socket on it. Perhaps even make it a round adapter that's slightly larger than the diameter of an Z lens. The FTZ Adapter and it's interference with some mount plates is the one reason I sort of hate using it. In some cases , especially if you have a heavier lens and need to use the mount point on the FTZ, makes it hard to remove or install on the camera body at times, usually requiring you to remove the mounting plate first (either on the body or FTZ or both) and then attach/remove the FTZ. If they had a rounded adapter, this would be solved and less of a pain (Nikon, are you listening?) I think the interference problem though is more on the FTZ itself, as the mount point socket is too close to the body. I would have preferred that Nikon maybe made the foot removable, maybe using a design like they have on their 70-200 lenses where the foot can be removed by unscrewing something, or even if they made a mount with a band (like some camera lenses have) that can be loosened using a thumb screw, and then slipped off to remove it). Something like that would have been nice rather than a fixed tripod mount point.

Unfortunately, the Zelda does not support the Peak Design Tripod. However, 3 legged Thing do a Peak Design L bracket which works fine with the Z6/Z7. They told me that it was tight with the FTZ adaptor but I found no problem with careful fitting.

does it fit on the Nikon Z6mk2?

HI Can you tell me the purpose of the small screws on the Zelda?

Would this or any other brand's Z6 L-Bracket also fit the Z6ii without problems? Here in India, I'm having trouble finding one made for the Z6ii and I remember a Nigel Danson video where he mentions that his existing L-bracket for the Z7 fits the Z7ii.

Does it work on the Z7 with the battery pack

Will this bracket work with the Z6ii and 7ii?

Can this fit my Nikon Z6II with FTZ adapter? Thanks

Are there L brackets for manfrotto?

Does it fit with Z6/Z7 II? Any issues?

Is there an L bracket available that can be used with MD-N10 battery pack on a Z7?

@jeffreymellaerts1734

3 жыл бұрын

Would like to know to about that 🤔

ricci are you sure that this is not a twin part object?, as in 8:43 this frame makes it clear there is a parting line between the vertical and base parts, hence TWO pieces!!

I looked at this Zelda, but after using my Z6 for a short while I went for the SmallRig L bracket (www.smallrig.com/smallrig-l-bracket-for-nikon-z6-and-nikon-z7-camera-2258.html) that is a bit deeper but also provides a depth extension for the grip. No more pinkie slipping under the grip as it is now 16.5mm deeper. It is heavier than the Zelda but you can remove the side part if you don't need it whereas you can't with the Zelda. I also bought the extra FTZ plate and this makes everything really rigid with large F mount lenses fitted. You can also fit other accessories to it if desired and it is beautifully made in every way.

Nice looking L Bracket. Just out of interest, if you are using a ball head on your tripod that has a drop slot for portrait mode, why do we need an L bracket?

@RicciTalks

4 жыл бұрын

If ur using a ball head drop. Then the weight of the camera can twist on the attached plate heavy lens pulling down ect. Using an L bracket allows the weight to travel straight down through the tripod meaning the camera doesn’t slip or slowly twist off the plate.

Not that I am using one, so it wouldn't affect my purchase decision, but that wireless transmitter looks like it BARELY fits into the socket. If anything I suspect there are unwanted forces being applied to the socket. If nothing else I suspect there will be a lot of abrasion of the transmitter and l-plate with repeated use.

@carlwalker2031

5 жыл бұрын

It does not fit without pushing it with pressure. I have a Z6 and Z7, two Zelda brackets, and two wireless transmitters. It only fits with pressure, which is sure to loosen the insert point and eventually not work. The folks at 3LT are fixing this on the next model

Need one for a Z7 equipped with a battery pack, any suggestions?

@RicciTalks

4 жыл бұрын

Small rig make a cage that’s fits with the battery pack but it dosnt have arca Swiss attachments

Can you mount - unmount the FTZ adapter while the L Bracket is fitted i.e. Can I 'Hot swap' the FTZ adapter, S Lens etc etc

@RicciTalks

3 жыл бұрын

Yes when L bracket is fitted but not if the camera is on a tripod ... it depends on the tripod but to remove the FTZ I have to take the camera off the tripod first but can keep the bracket on

@stevegauldphotography

3 жыл бұрын

@@RicciTalks - Thank you - Three legged thing tripod head?? :-)

When I first saw this video I thought "what a detailed and well thought out review". Then I ordered the Zelda. It arrived today and I could not be more disappointed. The one purpose of a bracket is to ensure RIGID coupling between the camera and the tripod. The Zelda is anything but rigid. While the base is solid enough, the L arm flexes VISIBLY with very moderate effort. While the bracket may be good for someone vlogging or snapping family group shots in bright daylight, anyone planning on taking a 2 min exposure during blue hour in moderate wind should prepare to be disappointed. Mine is going straight back to Amazon.

@Jantonvid

4 жыл бұрын

GroovyGeek I’ve had this one for months and it is solidly built www.amazon.com/Vertical-Release-Camera-Bracket-Holder/dp/B07L1GHN1P

@Jantonvid

4 жыл бұрын

My review is the one with all the pictures

@TheSlackassCrew

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jantonvid How does it fit with a FTZ on a tripod? thats my biggest thing I want to know

Hi, Can I ask. Considering that the Z7ii is a couple of mm wider than the Z7. Does this bracket still fit with the Z7ii?? Thanks

@ericlj007

2 жыл бұрын

I'd like to know this too. Will it work fine on either the Z7II or Z6II?

@MichaelJenkinson

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the answer is no @@ericlj007

Ricci, I ask you for help for a fellow photographer. He can‘t fit a WR-R10 with the Zelda, not w/o seriously bending it and unlike what you say at @3:10. He contacted 3 Legged Thing and they say the Zelda did NOT take the WR-R10 into account. My friend purchased the Zelda after watching your review here. Please clarify. Thanks. CU Falk Lumo

@RicciTalks

5 жыл бұрын

Hey as I show in the video my Zelda does work with the WR-R10 it dosnt feel too tight or bend the connection when I use mine. I can even completely remove the Zelda and place it back on the camera with the WR-R10 in place. So I’m unsure why you get a serious bend on the connection.

@falklumo

5 жыл бұрын

@@RicciTalks Hi Ricci. Thanks for getting back to me. Based on your recommendation, I ordered a Zelda too which meanwhile, did arrive. The WR-R10 does NOT fit! Initially, it is easy to place both the WR-R10 and the bracket, in this order. But when I tighten the tripod screw, the WR-R10 gets bended/tilted upwards, risking to damage the contacts. Esp. if removed that way. Please, post an erratum to your video. It misled many. Thanks. CU Falk Lumo

Too bad this model doesn’t break down into two parts like the earlier model... that was very convenient. As it is, no reason for me to dump my Kirk in favor of this one. Thanks for the great review, though.

@bradena.1194

5 жыл бұрын

There is also a 2 piece Z6 L bracket on Amazon for $31 (Canadian) made by Fugasun. The vertical arm can be extended out from the body. I use a WR-R10 transmitter as well and the adjusted arm acts as a 'bumper' to protect it. Here's the link if you want to have a look. Cheers Hamish www.amazon.ca/Vertical-Release-Camera-Bracket-Holder/dp/B07L1D6TNH/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1548019509&sr=8-2&keywords=l+bracket+z6

@bradena.1194

5 жыл бұрын

BTW, the Fugasun L bracket has no issues with the FTZ adapter going on or coming off. It's a nice piece of kit.

Really, it doesn't sit flush on a table because of the 2 screws underneath ? That's an easy fail for me...

problem with FTZ solved now :)

@marcelopisani8157

5 жыл бұрын

are you 100% sure....?, looks like it...

the Zelda is actually made of aluminium alloy not magnesium alloy.