What the thread found

• A clamp designed for hot shoes can be used to hold a PRO FIZ dovetail plate and features a 15mm rod clamp
• The clamp screw provides sufficient space to securely grip the PRO dovetail
• This adapter offers an economical alternative to bongo ties for occasional off-rig use of follow focus systems

Depends on

• Original design intended for hot shoe mounting
• Knobs reported to feel low-quality compared to overall construction
• Build quality does not match pricing of domestically manufactured alternatives
• Limited usage scenario: primarily for occasional follow focus removal from main rig

Gear in this thread

FI+Z

Parts

Dovetail Plate, Follow Focus

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