X2D L Bracket

[davidmknoble]

By the way, in the US, $130 euros is about $150 and tariffs. The RSS bracket is $115 for just the base and $255 for the L brackets. So, for any in the US, the net prices are closer.

It used to be the Euro and the USD were closer and there were very, very small tariffs on cameras, none on lenses and accessories. I look forward to getting back there one day. There are some great used equipment places in Europe that I cannot justify now because of net cost. That hurts us all!

 

[Reimund]

Question, Reimund, have you tested them with the 135 to see how tight they are in the vertical mode? I know paying more for the RSS seems counter-intuitive. I have RSS brackets for my Leica S, SL and my M film cameras in addition to the X2D. The Leica S bracket is a one piece L but is very different from these. I’ve also had the S and SL brackets for almost a decade with no issues ever, which was one of the deciding factors for me to spend the extra here.

One thing I still love about the X2D RSS bracket is having the Allen wrench in the bracket. Out in the field I occasionally have to tighten it to the base, and that is really important and does make the base a little thicker. I also like the extra pin on the bottom that fits into the camera base to keep it flush (I think another one you showed has that pin also). To be clear, I use only the base, not the L. Since I shoot in square format, it doesn’t matter the orientation. I also don’t really worry about setting the camera down with the lens attached because the lens I use most is the 35-70 and it is so big none of the bases, including the camera, keep it from tilting forward.

Time will tell I’m sure. Nice comparison. Thanks for doing it.

Hi David,
i don‘t own a 35-100mm. So the longest i test with has been the 90mm V.
All of the tested bracket come with an allen wrench and also here both china brackets hold them using a magnet. Thats also a much better solution compared to this 2 plastic clips RRS comeds with.
So much i‘ve hoped for the same good quality i‘m used to with RRS gear i was disappointed with this bracket. But no big deal. I‘m fine with the Peipro and its slim design in particular.

 

[Steen Bjerregaard]

Personnaly, I have the L-bracket always on all my cameras, always fitted with a handle strap (Peak Design Clutch). I only need the neck / shoulder strap occasionnally and it is the reason I like the QD approch because it keeps the strap away when not needed and does not interfere when the camera is on a tripod. Some say I could only use a anchor system for the strap (like Peak design's anchors) and mount the neck strap when needed but in my configuration i will have to remove the handle strap, install the neck strap and back : too much hassle. The QD way is much quicker and easier.

I have good experience with this:

Personnaly, I have the L-bracket always on all my cameras, always fitted with a handle strap (Peak Design Clutch). I only need the neck / shoulder strap occasionnally and it is the reason I like the QD approch because it keeps the strap away when not needed and does not interfere when the camera is on a tripod. Some say I could only use a anchor system for the strap (like Peak design's anchors) and mount the neck strap when needed but in my configuration i will have to remove the handle strap, install the neck strap and back : too much hassle. The QD way is much quicker and easier.

I got tired of waiting for RRS to offer a custom-fit X2D L bracket, so I recently bit the bullet and bought the PEIPRO, currently for $129, free shipping. It is sold thru the Chinese company AliExpress.
I will admit I had doubts, but after reading a couple of other positive comments from X2D owners, I decided to buy it. Well, long story short, I am 100% pleased with my purchase. It fits the X2D perfectly, and is as nicely built as my RRS L bracket on my X1D (FOR HALF THE PRICE of the RRS!!). The black finish blends perfectly with the X2D, and there is ample access to the battery. The side bar is adjustable up to about 3/4", so you can place it next to the body, or far enough away to have access to the doors. The side bar has its own thumb screw for tightening & loosening, and when extended outward, it also acts as a left-handed grip. Underneath, there are FOUR 1/4-20 threads, as well as a 3/8" thread.

I have very good experience with this; Rogeti, L-Plate for Hasselblad X2D/X2D2