The SHAPE BP0008 V-Lock Quick Release Baseplate is a long format baseplate for larger cameras like the Alexa, F5, C300, and broadcast cameras. It can be used shoulder mounted, tripod mounted, and attached to V-lock tripod adapters.

The baseplate includes a removable shoulder pad and features rosette adapters for SHAPE and ARRI standard handles. It has 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 tripod mount threads and a V-lock delta adapter for attaching to the Sony VCT-14 or Panasonic SHAN-TM700 tripod adapter. The shoulder pad secures on by touch fasteners. The tripod mount threads are located underneath the shoulder pad. 8" and 4" 15mm rods are included for the front and back.

This baseplate is the same as the SHAPE BP0007 except it is lighter and has a modified rod adapter in front. The reduced weight is the result of a thinner design, and the rod adapter features one ratchet knob instead of two, allowing quicker rod adjustments. For attaching a matte-box and other accessories, the rod adapter can be adjusted vertically if you remove the screw holding it in position. This baseplate also supports optional SHAPE 15mm Studio and 19mm Studio adapters in place of the included one.

The baseplate features three camera mount slots, all supporting 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 screws. The off-center slots allow you to mount your camera offset if you use a 15mm Studio Adapter. 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounting threads are peppered behind the three slots for attaching articulating arms and other accessories. Two 1/4"-20 and two 3/8"-16 camera mount screws are included. This baseplate is best used with cameras that use external viewfinders.

Shoulder-Mounted Rig for Cinema Cameras    V-Lock Quick Release Baseplate    Height-Adjustable 15mm Rods    Compatible with 15mm LWS Accessories    Articulating Rosette Handgrips    Includes VCT-14 QR Tripod Plate

• Long format baseplate for larger cameras
• Can be used shoulder mounted, tripod mounted, and attached to V-lock tripod adapters
• Includes removable shoulder pad
• Features rosette adapters for SHAPE and ARRI standard handles
• 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 tripod mount threads
• V-lock delta adapter for the Sony VCT-14 or Panasonic SHAN-TM700 tripod adapter
• Vertically adjustable rod adapter with one ratchet knob
• Three camera mount slots
• 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 accessory mount threads
• 8" and 4" 15mm rods

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I just purchased my fs7 with this plate & quickly found out that you can't attach it to a normal manfrotto tripod plate. Can someone please tell me which plate I now need to get so I can actually put this on my tripod? (509HD) Thanks

A: The shoulder plant mounts to the Sony VCT tripod plate, and I've found it works very well.Karel B

Q: 2. Will any other camera from the FS line work on this as well?

A: Yes it will. This products comes with a Sony FS7 Rear Insert Plate, which allows the FS7 to properly sit on the rig. If you remove that plate, it is a Universal VCT Baseplate system that can be used with a variety of cameras.

Q: 3. Does it fit only the C500 or is it compatible with the URSA Mini pro?

A: The Shape Baseplate says it's for the Canon c500 because it is made to be used with the Shape c500 cage. You could use this baseplate with the URSA Mini pro, but it only has 1/4 20" screw holds under the camera, and this baseplate comes with one 1/4 20" and one 3/8 16" screws. I would use two 1/4 20" screws to attach the c500.

Q: 4. Need small screw for shape camera plate

A: Shape offers 4 types of screws for their cages and baseplates SHAPE 1/4"-20 D-Ring Camera Screw for Rig Baseplate (3-Pack) B&H # SHAPEDRS14 MFR # DRS14 SHAPE 3/8"-16 D-Ring Camera Screw for Rig Baseplate (3-Pack) B&H # SHAPEDRS38 MFR # DRS38 SHAPE 1/4"-20 Screw B&H # SHSCREW14 MFR # SCREW14 SHAPE 3/8"-16 Screw B&H # SHSCREW38 MFR # SCREW38

Q: 5. Is anyone having poblems with it clicking properly into VCT14? I have to remove the shoulder pad for it to click into place securely and even then mostly it doesnt click into the rear screw. I bought a new VCT14 thinking that was the issue but I still have the same problem

A: I feel like I had a similar issue when I first got the base plate, but maybe over time it's been able to fit better into the quick release plate. In the beginning I might've press down on the camera to help secure it. I probably still make sure that it's clicking in the place of the rear lock.

Q: 6. What is the difference between this and the SHAPE Sony FS7 V-Lock Quick Release Baseplate (B&H # SHFS7BP)?

A: Hello PeterThank you for your question! Essentially it's the same baseplate. We at SHAPE gave a sku code for the FS7 and one for the Mark ii. We hope this helps and we thank you for your interest in our products.The SHAPE team

Q: 7. Does this plate screw onto the monopod plate?

A: Yes. It screws on.

Q: 8. Can the plate be inserted into the quick release from the top or does it have to be slid in from the back or front like with the Manfrotto brand adapter?

A: Slide in from the back.

Q: 9. What is the weight of the Shape quick release plate?

A: Hi Chris thank you for contacting us. The weight of the SHAPE quick release plate is 0,85 lb. Best regards

Q: 10. Does this item dock with V lock batteries OK?

A: Just checked with IDX v-mount batt and does not connect due to the guide channels in the batt. If the V mount was on a flat surface you may have some luck.