On Stage CM01 Video Camera/Digital Recorder Adapter
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Yes. The Q2HD has a standard 1/2-20 camera mount, which matches the 1/2-20 camera mount on this adapter.
yes. A slot can be seen on the right side of the picture. Hang a "ball joint," and that post will fit into it (there's a corresponding one on the other side, so you can use either). The catch is that the strength (the amount of weight it can hold sideways) is determined by how tight the ball joint is wedged. " So, part of it is thumb/hand strength, and part of it is an adjustable set-up." The screw opposite the thumb screw can be adjusted with an Allen wrench (hex) of the appropriate size, which is not included. Because I attach and detach several times a day, I've tweaked mine from time to time for better grip. A roughened surface on the ball inside the cup helps with friction.
The device has a standard 1/4" 20 thread, so it should work with any camera, camcorder, or other device sold in the United States.br>There is nothing in the description for the Nikon D3400 that indicates it has a different type of connector, so I am confident it will work. br>This is an excellent little gadget.
So long as the webcam in question is the same size as a standard DSLR camera.
Selected User Reviews For On Stage CM01 Video Camera/Digital Recorder Adapter
I purchased this adapter to use with my Amazon Basic Boom so that I could control the camera's angle when shooting overhead. I discovered that the boom sagged slightly when I used it, preventing me from getting a 90-degree angle. Because of the sag in the boom, I needed to adjust the angle for the overhead shot, which this adapter allowed me to do. It's well-made and can easily support my Canon SL2 with lens, which weighs around 25 oz in total. If I needed two of these, I would buy another one. br>br> Advantages: br>br> br>Excellent craftsmanship. Can withstand a weight of at least 25 oz. br>br>Contrary to popular belief, there are a number of disadvantages to using this product. br>For this item, there isn't anything that needs to be changed.
This is an excellent adapter for converting a mic stand to a standard 1/4"-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch-inch 20 screws for photo mounting I use it in conjunction with a Ulanzi cell phone mount, which allows me to tighten things up and keep them from moving. When I need to make a change, however, the ball joint easily releases and retightens. br>br>I tried doing a DIY one with cheap Home Depot hardware and an old mic clip that you have to tear apart, but it didn't turn out well - Although, if you need to MacGyver one together and all you have is an old mic clip, it'll suffice; for a few dollars more (and two days shipping), you can get a much sturdier mount with a much greater range of motion. For a lower price, the CM01 outperforms similar, more expensive adapters.
I had to chase the threads on the knurled screw affixing the device to the mount with a thread file because they wouldn't easily thread into the device (it's obvious why I didn't want to force thread the screw into the device). A basic and necessary skill for manufacturing is the ability to make (or at least obtain) screws with good threads. br>br>Now that I've fixed the issue, the mount appears to be working properly.
This adapter was a great purchase for me. It was ideal for what I needed it to do. Unfortunately, after four months, the spindle broke. I'm not sure if the glue was strong enough to keep it in place. Because it was still under warranty, I asked The Music People for a replacement. My replacement took longer than usual to arrive, but I'm grateful that they did. It arrived quickly, and the one I received directly from them is welded with visible weld marks, which I'm fine with; I just don't want it to fall apart on me again.
I've already purchased four of them. This is fantastic. I've already purchased four of them. There is only one thing: Over time, the small part that connects cameras or video lights becomes "loose," and it may fall off without your knowledge. If you lose it, the entire adapter becomes useless unless you can find a place to buy it; in my case, I attached other camera mounts and left it like that. The small piece will not fall off this way.
On standard wide threaded microphone stands, it fits snugly. If your microphone stand has the smaller "screw headed" ends, a small threaded adapter can be found for next to nothing at any music store. (If they don't just hand it over to you, it might be a dollar. ) )br>br>Using this with heavy round-base stands saves space onstage and elsewhere, as well as making it simple to move and keep out of the way. br>br>There's no need for a tripod stand because the legs fold up and out of the way, and most cheap tripods are poorly constructed, very light, and easily break when moving gear or simply tripping over them. br>br>The base is screwed into the stand all the way until it is hand tight. br>The set screw is used to adjust the camera's tilting and turning. The set screw is pressed against a ball-and-socket assembly. I'm careful not to over-tighten the socket hinge, which has a plastic thumb knob that appears to be fragile; I'm also careful not to over-tighten the socket hinge. tighten in order to avoid twisting the plastic thumb tightening knob off. br>br>I'm also concerned about stripping the set screw or the threads inside the housing, but at this price, I suppose you can't expect a sophisticated adjustment mechanism, can you? br>br>The side of the housing has a notch that allows for a 90-degree angle. Angle is set to a certain degree. When tightened to your camera, the metal thumbscrew that connects the camera's base to the adapter has a rubber washer and a thin rubber mat that acts as a cushioning gasket. Be cautious. br>br> Transporting, removing, or switching cameras can cause the metal thumbscrew to fall out of the holding plate. I came across a small 'plastic threaded washer-type' item. When not in use, it acts as a ring that screws onto the holding plate screw. You can easily find washers, screws, plastic pieces, and other items to hold it in place while storing or transporting it, or you can leave it attached to your camera. In either case, be careful not to lose it. br>br>Overall, the "little thing" is quite solid, heavy, and sturdy, and takes up little to no space. br>br>It does a great job of being small, basic, solid, and inexpensive. br>br>It holds well when bumped or moved. Mine has no "slop," no wobble, and no loose parts. I wouldn't use this adapter with a larger or heavier 8mm camera. Most modern devices will work fine. br>br>Again, make sure it's tightened 'just enough' to keep it in place. It should last for years if you don't squeeze it with Hercules' grip. Mine has. br>br>I like mine, and I bought one for our drummer for Christmas. br>br>I hope this information is useful!.
I tried it with a different camera, and the result was the same. I have a set of taps and dies because I'm a tool guy, so I ran it through one thinking the threads just needed chasing, but it took a lot of force to clean the threads all the way. If I had forced this adapter in before repairing the threads, it would have severely damaged my cameras. The mic side of things was fine, but be careful!.
Using this accessory, I was able to mount Sony action cameras on the ends of long microphone stands/booms. br>br>The tripod screw/knob can fall out over time (when no camera is attached), so keep an eye out for it. And if the screw or knob falls out, it means the rubber that held it in place has worn out, and it will fall out again, posing a risk of losing it.