Haoge Convertor CP 58 Compatible Replacement Review

This product is a complete waste of money! Based on my observations, it doesn't work as advertised. The product lacks instructions, and even with some research, I couldn't fully get it working. The only good thing about this product is its style, but it doesn't make up for its uselessness. I highly recommend avoiding this product if you want a hassle-free experience with your camera accessories.

Over the years I have accumulated several Manfrotto tablets (old and new, Arca Swiss compatible) and two Manfrotto tripods - one for heavy use and one for travel. I like the rigidity of their tripod heads, but they don't work with L-brackets or a focus guide. This is a good solution apart from replacing the tripod head clamp. It seemed a bit big for my monopod, so in this case I switched to the Desmond Arca-Swiss clamp (with adapter).

I think it's my fault I didn't look at the pictures better but I had to use this on a Manfrotto 501 fluid head with a camera that has an Arca-Swiss stem for wildlife photography. The plate seems well made and fits the Manfrotto's head, but here's my problem: the plate fits the monopod vertically, but the Arca part is flipped horizontally so you can't tilt the camera up and down. This only works if you want to rotate the camera from side to side. It would be ideal if both parts of this plate…