SP Studio Systems Swivel Bracket (SPBRACK)
by SP STUDIO LIGHTING
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of SP Studio Systems Swivel Bracket (SPBRACK)
Customer Review: Very Important: Adapter On Backwards, But Easily Fixable
Summary: 4 Stars
Overall this swivel holder does it's job quite well. However, like most products, there are flaws to it (easily fixable).
The first noticable one is the adapter position. The correct way a mount should be designed is that the stationary portion would located on the bottom, and the adjustable portion would be located on the top. When you first open the box, the portion that holds onto the umbrella is located on the bottom where it cannot be adjusted. This means that if you mount it on, the umbrella stays in one place while you are still able to move the top swivel for the flash. This is incorrect. The umbrella should move with the flash simulataneious. I was able to correct this by simply pulling out the two metal adapters and switching sides with one another. You just have to pull it out pretty hard. And also note that when they mention it comes with an "adapter" to switch sides, they don't mean a seperate adapter. It means that the metal part that I just pulled out has two ends to it. One with a 3/8'' and the other 1/4''. The holder comes with two adapders in total (already attached) with two sides on each, both male and female. This should accomadate a stand with a male end of 1/4'' or 3/8''.
It does not come with an instruction manual. Most holders do not come with an instruction manual which can confuse a lot of beginners. Do research for this. Basically if you set it up as I stated above you should be fine. I'm not sure why Adorama decided to make their holders like this. I understand that it is still usable in that particular position, however it's not the best.
Overall it does it's job.
Customer Review: Great stuff- unless your careless.
Summary: 5 Stars
I had 3 of these exact brackets over 2 years ago when I had my old setup, I knew once I started shooting off camera flash again I would try to find the same ones. They are pretty solid, again of course you cannot compare these to the brackets that are up in the $30+ price range, but they are still a great product. Like my title says, these things will last you unless you toss them around like a freaking toddler. My last set lasted me over 2 years while I used them almost every weekend, getting dropped occasionally and guess what- no stripped screws on the cold shoe...maybe because I didnt feel the need to tighten them down like the Incredible Hulk?
One thing though, im sure some of the newer photographers wont know this, but when you take the bracket out of the packaging you need to swap the places of the gold parts that screw inside.
meaning- the gold piece that goes onto the stand, and the part on top with the cold shoe need to be reversed. the way it comes package- when you adjust the angle of the swivel by releasing the lever and moving it, the umbrella will not swivel with your flash- this is the wrong way. by simply switching the pieces around- it corrects it, that way when you adjust your flashes angle- the umbrella will move with it- which is thew hole point. Its nothing major but its something that needs to be done before mounting an umbrella.
other then that- the product is great, pretty sure I will not have problems with it
Customer Review: Adorama Universal Swivel Holder #4117
Summary: 4 Stars
This adjustable umbrella/flash bracket will meet most requirements of most photographers, regardless of their level. The body is made of high impact molded plastic. The upper and lower clamp adjustment screws holes are reinforced by the use of "pen-nuts." They are pressed into the holes as they enter the plastic body. This is good and should hold up to most torque requirements. Too bad they didn't do this for the screw that tightens & holds the umbrella into place. That screw hole is just a taped hole into plastic body [shame]. Also, the screw is a 6-32 screw and will NOT stand much torque. I would have rated this product 5 star if it was for this. This is a case of "penny wise, pound foolish" of the manufacture. So, be careful with the umbrella screw. You will strip it out if you aren't carefully.
This is a good product and does what it's supposed to, with care. It could have been a great product if the manufacture had taken a little more pride in their product.
I can use it on top of a light stand or a standard tripod. I can connect my flash with the screw for my TTL cable or via the hotshoe. Umbrella fits nicely. I would recommend its purchase but tighten with care!
Customer Review: There's a reason that this is the least expensive option...
Summary: 2 Stars
I ordered this umbrella clamp earlier this year, and have been using it rather sparingly (I am a photo hobbiest and don't use umbrella's too often...) After less than 10 uses, the screw which is supposed to lock the umbrella in no longer tightens. This item is low cost, made mostly of plastic, and does not hold up to the better built clamps. I have since had the opportunity to use another clamp made by another vendor (which also was much more expensive-- $40), and wish I had opted for that clamp in the first place. I guess you get what you pay for, and that certainly applies here. This clamp is a cheap way to get started with shooting with umbrellas, but if you really want to have something that will hold up over time, I would opt for a better built option.Customer Review: a hit--and a miss!
Summary: 2 Stars
I ordered one of these last summer and it worked okay. It allowed me to put my Nikon SB-600 onto my little umbrella stand. just what I wanted. The little metal shoe wasn't any too snug, but it worked.
I ordered the exact same item a couple of weeks ago and guess what? The shoe don't fit. Not even close. I've been reduced to using the flat plastic table-mount thingy that came with the flash to attach it to the bracket. The little aluminum shoe is way too big to hold the flash securely.
Yes, I emailed adorama. No response. If you have any doubts about cheaping out and getting this item versus paying double to get a more ruggedly made one, my advice is: go with the more expensive option. This one has been hit or miss for me.