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πŸ“· fotga swing-away dslr matte box with 15mm rod for rail rod baseplate rig - compatible with nikon d850 d750, sony a9 a7iii a7riii a7sii a6000 a6300 a6500, panasonic gh4 gh5 gh5s, canon eos 5d 6d 7d mark ii iii iv logo

πŸ“· Fotga Swing-Away DSLR Matte Box with 15mm Rod for Rail Rod Baseplate Rig - Compatible with Nikon D850 D750, Sony A9 A7III A7RIII A7SII A6000 A6300 A6500, Panasonic GH4 GH5 GH5s, Canon EOS 5D 6D 7D Mark II III IV Review

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Details

BrandHersmay
Lens TypeStandard, Wide Angle
Camera Lens Description9
Maximum Focal Length35 Millimeters
Minimum Focal Length15 Millimeters

Description of πŸ“· Fotga Swing-Away DSLR Matte Box with 15mm Rod for Rail Rod Baseplate Rig - Compatible with Nikon D850 D750, Sony A9 A7III A7RIII A7SII A6000 A6300 A6500, Panasonic GH4 GH5 GH5s, Canon EOS 5D 6D 7D Mark II III IV

The DP500 Mark III matte box is a professional accessory and is universally designed to store all DSLRs and video cameras. It is compatible with any 15 mm rail system (industry standard). The matte box offers the user full light control, prevents glare and lens flares with its folding top wing and adjustable side wings. Comes complete with a refined mechanical pivoting mechanism for fast lens changing. Includes two filter holders that can rotate 360 degrees (in 90 degree increments) to achieve other effects. Value for money. This matte box is the perfect choice and will make your digital life considerably easier.

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Major Disappointment in Lens Accessory

As a result of my tests, I determined that this baseplate was truly one of the worst electronics investments I've made. While it seemed like a great purchase, the reality was anything but. The only pro was its lightweight feel, but it was completely outweighed by its lack of durability and its inability to properly adjust. I would not recommend this to any photographer, no matter their experience level.

Pros
  • Allows for quick and easy attachment of mattebox to camera
Cons
  • Only compatible with Sony A7RIII and Panasonic cameras, limiting its versatility for other camera models

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Screws fell out when opening the package

I will say that this is normal. It's a bit much for the price. When I received the package I was very excited. Then five bolts and washers just fell out. They weren't all that well laid out. It took me an hour to find out where they had gone.

Pros
  • cool product
Cons
  • periodicity

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fantastic matte box for the price

The Fotga DP500 series is high quality and well made. It is very similar to the JTZ DP30 series matte box. Obviously because they are from the same manufacturer. The price is fantastic. If you're looking for assembly instructions, this is pretty much the back of the outer box, showing you which screws go where. When the lens is not centered on the matte box, it has vertical adjustment on the back. For other settings, make sure your camera is centered on your 15mm LWS rods. I am very happy with…

Pros
  • Useful not only for its intended purpose
Cons
  • So-so