The Manfrotto 200PL Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 Screw and 3/8" Bushing Adapter is the replacement quick release plate for all heads that use the RC2 (3157N) system. The plate comes with a 1/4"-20 camera screw and a 3/8" bushing adapter, and is compatible with 35mm and standard thread-mounted medium format cameras.

Load Capacity: 22 lb    Up to 90° Portrait Angle Tilt    Ball-and-Socket Tension Control    RC2 Quick Release Cam Lock    200PL-PRO QR Plate, RC2/Arca-Compatible    1/4"-20 Mount, Non-Slip Surface    200PL Quick Release Plate    1/4"-20 Mount, Non-Slip Surface    1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 Expansion Sleeve    Removable, Anti-Twist Index Pin

RC2 Quick Release System

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this be attached to a light stand?

A: You will need a 5/8 pin to 3/8"-16 adapter in order to attach the Manfrotto 496 (or any other ballhead for that matter) to a lightstand. Some examples: https://bhpho.to/3Awn0xO https://bhpho.to/3dVKLaV https://bhpho.to/3AocCrY

Q: 2. Is it compatible with Manfrotto Element MKELEB5BL-BH?

A: Yes this will work on the Manfrotto Element MKELEB5BL-BH tripod.

Q: 3. Will this play fit the Bog Pod Window mount adapter?

A: Sorry, since we do not sell that product we do not know if it would fit or not. Our opinion is no. We do sell a window mount that this plate will fit. Manfrotto 243 Car Window Mount Pod with 234RC Tilt Monopod Head B&H # MA234RC243.

Q: 4. Will the 200PL work with a Manfrotto 488RC4 ?

A: PeterI don't believe this plate will work with 488RC4 head. The 200PL works with the 498RC2 series. You should probably look at the manfrotto 410PL plate. Hope this helps. Steve

Q: 5. Can I use this plate with the Manfrotto 190go! Carbon Fiber M-Series Tripod?

A: If you purchased the bundle (Manfrotto 190go! Carbon Fiber M-Series Tripod and 494 Ball Head Kit with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate) Then yes this plate will be compatible with it.

Q: 6. What is the base diameter?

A: As per Manfrotto, the base diameter of the Manfrotto 496 Center Ball Head is 1.57 inches.

Q: 7. Will this fit a Manfrotto 3030?

A: I have the 3030 and this plate works perfect.

Q: 8. Are there any incidences where the the camera has fallen off like my Open 117 with QR-20 ??

A: It it is used correctly, there is no chance a camera will fall off this head.

Q: 9. Will this plate fit and function on my Gitzo GH2780QR ballhead?

A: No it will not. The Gitzo GH2780QR ballhead requires the Gitzo GS5370C quick release plate. See the link below for details on the plate:http://bhpho.to/XdEnzC

Q: 10. Does the Peak Design Dual Plate and/or Standard Plate work with this 496 tripod head? I have read on the support website that some (but not all) RC2 heads are compatible. Thank you!

A: According to the "Using Peak Design Plates In 3rd Party Tripods" webpage on Peak Design's website, under the "Incompatible Tripod List" section, they state that they have received reports that their Capture plates do not quite work with the Manfrotto ARCA Style tripod heads. While they do have a webpage called "Manfrotto Tripod Compatibility with Peak Design Plates," they do not list the Manfrotto MH496-BHUS ball head as a compatible option on their webpage. If you wish, you may purchase the Dual Plate to test if it will work on your ball head. If it is not compatible, do note you may return the quick release plate for an exchange or a refund.