Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate

Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate for precise photography

With the Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate, you add a piece of well-thought-out professional gear to your camera that simply works in everyday use without making a fuss. The rail is universally usable, pleasantly compact, and still stable enough to support heavier setups reliably. No frills, but a precise tool for photographers who are serious about their work.

The 152 mm MPR-1 is part of a whole family of multipurpose rails available in various lengths from about 73 mm to 192 mm. This 6-inch version hits a very practical sweet spot between flexibility and handling. It fits into many setups without becoming bulky, while still offering enough adjustment range for demanding applications such as panoramas or macro photography.

Versatile quick-release plate for lenses, cameras, and accessories

The MPR-1 multipurpose quick-release plate is deliberately designed so that you can use it in very different situations. It serves as a robust lens plate for lenses with a tripod collar and ensures that your telephoto or zoom lens sits securely and well balanced on the tripod. This really pays off with longer focal lengths, because your center of gravity stays precisely above the tripod axis.

You can also use the rail as a camera plate for various medium and large format cameras. Many of these cameras do not come with a perfectly fitting quick-release plate out of the box, and that is exactly where the MPR-1 plays to its strengths. Thanks to its 152 mm length and the 38 mm dovetail profile, the camera can be very finely balanced, which is extremely helpful for studio work, architecture, or repro photography.

With an additional quick-release clamp, you can easily use the MPR-1 as a nodal rail for panoramic photography. This allows you to set the nodal point of your lens precisely in order to minimize parallax errors. Anyone who has ever tried to create a clean, distortion-free panorama without a suitable rail knows how much time and nerves that can cost. With the MPR-1, the whole process becomes much more relaxed.

In addition, the rail is suitable as a mount for various objects in Really Right Stuff clamps. Whether flash brackets, accessory arms, small sliders, or special rigs, you can integrate the MPR-1 flexibly into your existing system. It is not pinned down to a single purpose, but is more like a Swiss Army knife in rail form.

Arca-style compatible for maximum system flexibility

The Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate is designed to be Arca-style compatible and uses a 38 mm dovetail clamping profile. This means it fits all Really Right Stuff quick-release clamps as well as other 38 mm dovetail compatible clamps. If you already use an Arca-style based system, the rail integrates seamlessly into your setup without the need for adapters or workaround solutions.

The 38 mm dovetail profile is cleanly machined and ensures a play-free fit in the clamp. This keeps your setup stable even when you tilt the camera or work with heavier lenses. You could say it is one of those components that ideally go unnoticed because they simply do their job reliably.

Technical specifications of the Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm rail

The technical key data of the MPR-1 multipurpose quick-release plate are deliberately geared towards practical use. With a length of 152 mm, the rail offers sufficient space for flexible positioning while remaining easy to transport and simple to stow in a bag or backpack. The width of 38 mm corresponds to the common Arca-style dovetail standard and ensures secure clamping in compatible quick-release clamps.

The weight is around 100 g. This makes the rail robust enough to support more demanding setups without unnecessarily increasing your overall weight. Especially on longer tours or when traveling, every gram saved makes a difference, while at the same time you do not want a wobbly lightweight construction. The MPR-1 strikes a very well-balanced middle ground here.

The clamping profile is designed as a 38 mm dovetail and precisely manufactured to ensure secure and repeatable positioning. The scope of delivery includes two B101 screws, four M3 safety stop screws, one MPR-C stop flange, and a suitable hex key for assembly. The safety stops prevent the rail from accidentally sliding out of the clamp when you loosen or move it. This is particularly helpful when you are working outdoors or handling expensive cameras and lenses.

The anti-twist stop flange can be mounted in eight different positions. This allows you to adapt it exactly to your particular setup, whether you mount the rail under a lens, a camera, or a special accessory. This flexibility makes the MPR-1 a highly adaptable solution for a wide range of configurations.

Additionally, the rail is compatible with Really Right Stuff and Wimberley flash bracket systems. So if you work with off-camera flash, shoot wildlife, or want to realize more complex lighting setups, you can use the MPR-1 as a stable base for your flash brackets and accessory arms. This significantly extends its range of use beyond classic tripod mounting.

Scope of delivery of the Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate

The scope of delivery of the Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate includes everything you need for immediate use. You receive one MPR-1 rail with a length of 152 mm as the central component. In addition, there is one MPR-C stop, which serves as an adjustable stop flange and helps you secure the camera or lens against twisting.

You also get two B107 1/4" mounting screws, with which you securely attach the rail to the camera or lens collar. These screws fit the common 1/4" tripod thread found on most cameras and many lenses. This means you do not have to search for suitable screws first and can start right away.

For mounting and adjustment, an M2.5 hex key and two additional screws for attaching the MPR-C stop are included. This allows you to fix the stop flange in the desired position without needing any additional tools. You also receive a 5/32 hex key intended for the larger screws. This combination of tools in the box ensures that you can fully configure the rail even if you are not in the workshop but out in the field.

Thanks to this complete set of accessories, the MPR-1 multipurpose quick-release plate is essentially ready for use out of the box. You mount it on the camera or lens, adjust the stop flange, tighten the safety stop screws, and can start working immediately. It may seem unspectacular, but in practice this is very convenient.

Quality and manufacturing: carefully made in the USA

The Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate is carefully made in the USA with a focus on precise workmanship and high load capacity. You can see this in the clean edges, the uniform surface, and the accurate execution of the 38 mm dovetail profile. The rail is designed to function reliably for years, even with regular use and not just sitting on a shelf.

Many users appreciate that Really Right Stuff products feel like small precision tools. The MPR-1 is no exception. It is stable, torsion-resistant, and at the same time designed so that it is easy to grip and quick to position. In a time when many things are geared more towards volume than durability, such a solid rail feels almost a bit old-fashioned—in a positive sense.

Thanks to the combination of precise manufacturing, Arca-style compatible dovetail profile, and a well-thought-out scope of delivery, the Really Right Stuff MPR-1 6"/152mm multipurpose quick-release plate is a very reliable base for demanding photography and videography. Whether you use it as a lens plate, camera plate, nodal rail for panoramic photography, or as a mount for various accessories in Really Right Stuff clamps, it integrates unobtrusively yet effectively into your setup.