The sharp-looking red ACT Camera Plate from Zacuto offers Arca-type quick release operation when used with the separately available ACT Mounting Plate, ACT Baseplate, or any Arca-type tripod mounting plate.

This drop-in plate features nonslip pads on top, and your camera mounts using the 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 screws.

Arca-Type Quick Release Design    For ACT Mounting Plate, Arca-Type Mounts    1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 Camera Screws    Non-Slip Pads on Top Surface

ACT Mounting Plate base

ACT Baseplate

Any Arca-type tripod mounting plate base

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Which top cheese plate would this mount on? Shape? SmallRig?

A: this Zacuto Sony FS7 & FX9 Top Plate will mount to the Zacuto top plate

Q: 2. What's the diff between VCT and ACT? Two answers here seem to conflate them; would like clarification. Thanks!

A: VCT and ACT are two different types of locking plate systems, where one (VCT) uses a v like wedge to lock into place, and the other (ACT) use the Arca-Type system. This Zacuto ACT Baseplate use the ACT system. The biggest difference other than the method in which the quick release is shaped is the speed at which the plate mount can be released, with VCT being a faster system more often used by professionals.

Q: 3. Does the evf have a waveform monitor?

A: According to Zacuto, the ACT EVF Pro does not have a waveform, histogram or vectorscope.

Q: 4. Does this fit the newer E2 S6, F6 and F8 from Z Cam?

A: Yes, according to manufacturer specs, this product is designed for most current ZCam models.

Q: 5. is it compatible with sony alpha 7iii?

A: It is not. This is designed specifically for the Sony A7R IV. It is not compatible with the A7III.

Q: 6. Is this serious? $850 for this? and it only has I handle? I could understand if it was meant for a heavy camera system and came with 2 handles. This is just insanity.

A: The Zacuto ACT Basic Recoil Rig is made to be of the highest quality systems for the most demanding needs in video production. For reliability and consistent performance, Zacuto's products are trusted by many industry professionals. They are also made in the USA with USA tech support and a lifetime warranty.

Q: 7. how heavy is the act base plate?

A: It weighs 2 pounds or 950 grams

Q: 8. Does the bottom of this rig have the VCT mount?

A: Yes, the Zacuto ACT Baseplate offers the availability to add a ACT mounting plate to your tripod to be able to quickly lock down your shoulder rig or roll cage. Please review the following item Zacuto ACT Mounting Plate BH #ZAZAMP • MFR #Z-AMP https://bhpho.to/3BxD1Fa

Q: 9. Would this fit a FS5 or Fx6?

A: 100% Yes. one of the best VCT plates in the game meant for any serious working rig in production.

Q: 10. Can the shoulder padding be rotated 180 degrees for using on the left shoulder or running on the right shoulder but with the front in the back?

A: no it can not