Wimberley Module 8: M-8 Right Angle Adapter Plate

Wimberley Module 8: M-8 right-angle adapter plate for precise camera mounting

With the Wimberley Module 8 M-8 right-angle adapter plate you bring order to setups that otherwise tend to look a bit improvised. This adapter plate with a 38 mm dovetail profile is attached to a camera plate with a transverse 38 mm profile so that it sits neatly parallel to the lens axis. That’s exactly what you need if you want to mount the Tele-Bracket F-1 or several Macro-Brackets F-2 directly on the camera body, or if your existing camera plate is simply too short.

The M-8 is also excellent for achieving small longitudinal shifts of the camera in macro photography, for example when you want to finely adjust the framing forwards or backwards without having to move the entire tripod. It is equally practical when you want to use a camera body directly on a Wimberley Head or on a suitable video fluid head. Especially with video heads, this adapter is often the crucial component that makes it possible to use cameras with a 38 mm dovetail profile in a truly practical way.

Arca compatible for flexible quick-release setups

The Wimberley M-8 right-angle adapter plate is ARCA compatible and therefore integrates seamlessly into common Arca-style compatible 38 mm quick-release clamps. The clamping profile is precisely designed for a 38 mm dovetail, and the coupling accepts Arca-style compatible 38 mm dovetail plates as commonly used on many high-quality camera plates and L-brackets. This allows you to continue using existing plates, telephoto supports or macro rails without having to build an entirely new system.

The screw clamp provides finely adjustable, even locking and is especially pleasant when working with heavy telephoto lenses or delicate macro setups where you don’t want to risk anything snapping into place abruptly. We’d say: better to screw it down properly once than clamp it in a rush.

Manufactured from 6061-T6 aluminum

The M-8 right-angle adapter plate is manufactured from high-quality 6061-T6 aluminum, which in everyday use simply results in very high stability combined with low weight. At just 68 g your setup remains pleasantly light, even when you combine several modules. The plate is black anodized, which makes the surface resistant to scratches and corrosion and minimizes reflections – particularly helpful for outdoor and wildlife shooting.

With an overall length of about 11.53 cm (including knurled screw around 115 mm with the clamp closed) and a width of 3.8 cm, it offers sufficient contact surface without being unnecessarily bulky. The clamping profile itself measures about 95 mm, providing enough room for secure clamping even with wider camera plates or longer dovetail plates.

Made in USA, precise workmanship for tough everyday photography

The Wimberley Module 8 M-8 right-angle adapter plate is made in the USA and is clearly designed for professional use. The fits are precisely machined, the screw clamp runs smoothly, and the overall feel conveys the impression that this plate can be used for many years without changing much. It’s obvious that this is not just some accessory part, but a well thought-out system module.

Especially when you work with the Tele-Bracket F-1 or Macro-Bracket F-2, the precise manufacturing pays off because the components can be combined without fiddling. Everything meshes together as you would expect from a modular pro system that is intended to function reliably even in cold, damp conditions or with frequent setup and breakdown.

Right-angle adapter plate for telephoto and macro setups

At its core, the M-8 right-angle adapter plate is designed to extend a camera plate with a 38 mm dovetail profile so that it runs parallel to the optical axis. This allows you to attach the Tele-Bracket F-1 or multiple Macro-Brackets F-2 directly to the camera body without having to resort to makeshift intermediate solutions. For telephoto work, where you may want to position a flash or a second support next to a large telephoto lens, this is extremely practical.

In macro photography, the adapter plate allows you to make small longitudinal shifts of the camera in order to finely adjust the focus area. Instead of moving the tripod or repositioning the entire rail, you can move the camera a little forwards or backwards and work very precisely. This is a real advantage, especially with sensitive subjects that flee or wobble at the slightest touch.

Mounting on the Wimberley Head and on video heads

The Wimberley Module 8 M-8 right-angle adapter plate is also very well suited for mounting a camera body directly on a Wimberley Head. The prerequisite is that a camera plate with a transverse 38 mm dovetail profile is attached to the camera body. You can then use the M-8 as an adapter to securely fix the camera in the quick-release clamp of the Wimberley Head.

This adapter is often exactly what’s needed to use cameras directly on video heads that work with Arca-style compatible 38 mm quick-release clamps. So if you are switching from photo to video and want to continue using your existing ARCA system, the M-8 helps you sensibly connect both worlds without having to completely rebuild everything each time.

Safety stop screw for reliable security

A safety stop screw is integrated into the design. This prevents the adapter plate from accidentally sliding out of the quick-release clamp when the clamp is not fully open but also not completely closed. Especially with vertical or slightly angled setups, this additional safeguard is very reassuring because it reliably stops the plate from unintentionally slipping through.

Together with the screw clamp, this creates a system that not only looks stable but also proves itself in tough use, such as in nature photography, sports or reportage, where things sometimes have to move quickly and yet everything must remain securely in place.

Technical data at a glance

For anyone who likes to know the details, here are the key specifications of the Wimberley Module 8 M-8 right-angle adapter plate in compact form:

• Material: 6061-T6 aluminum, black anodized
• Overall length: approx. 11.53 cm (equivalent to about 115 mm with knurled screw and clamp closed)
• Length of clamping profile: approx. 95 mm
• Width: approx. 3.8 cm (38 mm)
• Clamping profile: 38 mm dovetail, Arca-style compatible (according to manufacturer)
• Coupling: accepts Arca-style compatible (according to manufacturer) 38 mm dovetail profiles
• Clamping type: screw clamp
• Weight: approx. 68 g
• Safety mechanism: 1 safety stop screw

So if you are looking for a compact, stable and versatile solution to combine your ARCA-based system with telephoto or macro brackets, a Wimberley Head or suitable video heads, the Wimberley Module 8 M-8 right-angle adapter plate is a very well thought-out option that proves itself in daily use and integrates unobtrusively yet reliably into your workflow.