Wimberley has a system of flash bracket components that are modular, versatile and easily stowed in a small space when not in use.  Known as the Shape-Shifter Modular Flash Bracket System, the components connect without tools.  None of the combinations slip, twist or creep-even during intense action.  They're integrated with the venerable Arca-Swiss type quick release system, now dominant as the industry standard for macro and telephoto shooting.

Wimberley's F-1 Telephoto Combo Flash Bracket is ideal to use with a lens equipped with a tripod collar (with an Arca-type plate length appropriate to the size of the lens attached) and with the addition of the Module 8 perpendicular plate, you can use it with a camera as well.  With Module 1 you have the ability to adjust the vertical distance between flash and lens, as well as the ability to put the flash off-center from the lens.  As with all of the Wimberley Shape Shifter components, and unlike other manufacturer's products, the parts are captive to prevent detachment from accidentally unscrewing them too far while in the field.

For Long Lenses with Arca-type QR Plates

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. is it this suite for nikon 500mm fl f4 lens?

A: The foot you want for the Nikkor 500mm f4 fl is the Wimberley AP-551. This is the one I use on my 500 fl but I can’t find it on B&H anymore.

Q: 2. Can I mount this plate directly on Sachtler 0707 FSB-8 Fluid Head ?

A: Yes, the plate is tapped for both 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 tripod mounting so it will work fine.

Q: 3. Will this foot fit in Nikon 600mm f4G? and will this foot fit the RRS BH-55 Ballhead with Clamp release?

A: For the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4G ED VR Lens you need the Wimberley Replacement Foot for Nikon 400mm f2.8 and 600mm f/4.0 AF-S B&H # WIFN400. It will work with most Really Right Stuff clamps and ballheads.(The exception would be the RRS lever-release clamp.)

Q: 4. Is this compatible with a Flex Shooter ball head (manual disconnect), a kirk plate on the shoe of an RF 100-500?

A: It has not been tested but technically the Wimberley F-1 Telephoto Combo Flash Bracket should work with the Flex Shooter ball head (manual disconnect, Kirk plate on the RF100-500 tripod collar.

Q: 5. What material is the bracket made of?

A: According to the manufacturer, the Nisha Flash Bracket (Straight), B&H # NIFBRS, is manufactured from high grade plastic.

Q: 6. I often use flash plus tripod, is there space o the bottom of this bracket to add a Arca Swiss plate if I am using it with a shorter lens that doesn't have a lens collar? I understand that with a lens collar i could mount the lens to tripod, flash bracket to camera with Arca plate

A: There are no threaded holes on the bottom of this bracket that will allow this to to be mounted to a tripod.

Q: 7. Would it work with Nikon 120-300?

A: No, the Wimberley AP-555 Replacement Foot for Select Nikon Telephoto Lenses is not compatible with the Nikon AF-S 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR Lens. Wimberley recommends the AP-551 plate for that lens, BH #WIRFNAP55 (https://bhpho.to/2wP2v1E).

Q: 8. Does this work with Benro GH3 gimbal head? If not, then can you suggest any other Wimberley bracket that could work with it?

A: You should have no issues. The key is the Arca Swiss plate the camera is on. If it is long and double dovetail, you are set. The Benro GH3 work but we are unable to test it. For further information, you can look here. https://bit.ly/2BDJfGU

Q: 9. Can I mount a Nikon SB-900 to this bracket?

A: Yes You can mount any flash unit with universal shoe, but if the flash unit has not Wireless remote contol, you should use a connecting cable.

Q: 10. Is the tripod mounting screw double threaded? I want to mount a video monitor on it and be able too mount the camera on a tripod

A: Unfortunately, the Nisha Flash Bracket (Z-Type) does not have a screw opening on the bottom. It cannot be placed on a tripod. It is made to be used handheld.