I have a AF Nikkor 80-200mm 2.8 D/ED lens and would like to know which tripod mount I need to get. Bough one on Ebay and it dosen't fit. Is there a model # that I need to look for? Thanks for any help.
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tripod mount
#1
Posted 10 February 2021 - 06:58 PM
#2
Posted 10 February 2021 - 08:32 PM
It is best to look for an ArcaSwiss type of mount and a plate
long enough to balance the combo as much as possible.
#3
Posted 10 February 2021 - 11:23 PM
Which version is your lens? Is it the push-pull or a two-ring that has lost its collar?
Kirk used to make a ring for the push-pull, but it seems to be discontinued.
80-200mm Push-Pull D NO PRODUCT AVAILABLE - Nikon Auto Focus - Lens Mounting | Kirk Photo
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#4
Posted 12 February 2021 - 10:07 AM
It is the push pull and yes went to your link and its out of stock. What is this Area Swiss mount and where could it be found.
#5
Posted 12 February 2021 - 10:20 AM
What is this Area Swiss mount and where could it be found.
That mount requires that there is a collar to attach to… but you have none.
The only chance I see is with a rail that will attach to the camera and the lens
rests on a support on the rail. I made this one for my son…
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#6
Posted 12 February 2021 - 12:29 PM
That looks like it would work for me. Would you mind giving me your instructions on making it and the material that you used? Also my tripod is a Manfrotto model 3021BN if that helps. Thanks for all the help.
#7
Posted 12 February 2021 - 12:43 PM
You could use the longest AS base plate you can find — 15~20 cm
long — as a rail avoiding the limitations of proprietary brand plates.
They are available through different makers and retailers.
#8
Posted 12 February 2021 - 03:37 PM
#9
Posted 12 February 2021 - 03:48 PM
Thanks will start surching for the rail.
This would be a good place to start…
https://www.amazon.c...3166356&sr=8-62