What the thread found

• Cinematic Precision plates can be clamped into Betz top stages and work reliably with Alexa cameras despite potentially different thicknesses between older and newer plate versions.
• Betz plates fit into SOS stages but require slightly different left-side adjustment for balancing compared to Cinematic Precision plates.
• Betz plates lack the rear vibration-reducing attachment point that Cinematic Precision plates provide.
• Older Cinematic Precision plates are thinner than newer versions, which may affect fit characteristics in stage clamps.

Depends on

• Experience reported is specific to Alexa camera use.
• The fit characteristics of different plate thicknesses were still being investigated at the time of discussion.
• No specific information provided about Amira compatibility.
• Clamp interference potential noted but not confirmed as a practical problem.

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