SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount Launched

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by Heath McKnightNovember 1^st, 2024

SWIT has introduced their new Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount. The compact-sized plate is built with aluminum alloy, making it lightweight and easy to travel with. It can be used with V-mount batteries for longer shoots and can support a load of up to 2kg (under 4.5 lbs).

SWIT is known for their variety of production products, including field monitors, SDI and HDMI wireless video and audio systems, lights, batteries, and more. The Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount allows for compatible and larger batteries, powering a camera and other devices for continuous filming.

SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount – features

Some of the highlights of the SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount include adopting the ARCA SWISS base standard, its versatile, compact, and lightweight design, 210° tilt and 360° rotate head, side and rear installation, using it with devices other than just a camera (via the 1/4″ screw thread), and the ability to turn it into a desktop tripod.

Adding a V-mount battery to the SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate attached to a mirrorless camera, for example, ensures longer battery life while filming. How many times have you been on a long shoot in the field and had to swap out the internal battery for a charged one?

The desktop tripod feature is interesting, as it gives shooters some creative options. This can aid in filming product shots or adding a macro lens for super close-up shots. It is very useful for a podcaster doing a livestream at their desk. Additionally, the SWIT Transformable ARCA Swiss Plate with V-Mount can also support a small field monitor or smartphone doubling as a monitor.

The full list of features includes:

• ARCA SWISS standard base adoption, with quick release; compatible with ARCA SWISS tripod heads
• Aluminum alloy construction, making it lightweight yet sturdy
• Fit V-mount batteries, allowing for up to a 2kg (4.41 lbs.) load
• 210° tilt and 360° rotate head
• Arca Swiss standard base
• 2×1/4″ bolts for cameras/devices
• V-wedge quick-release plate with 1/4 bolt
• Transform to desktop tripods
• Highly portable fold size 103×38×30mm (4.06″x1.5″x1.18″)
• Weighs only 120g (4.23 oz.)

Price and availability

The SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount is available now and retails for an extremely affordable $39.00. Visit SWIT’s website to learn more and make a purchase or two – the price makes it attractive for those working with multiple camera setups.

This is a product to really consider purchasing. It can fit easily on a camera that doesn’t natively support larger V-mount batteries. Its versatility lets it be used with small lights, wireless video and audio devices, small monitors, and more.

The size and weight of the SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount make it easy to fold and transport. The plate works well with smaller cameras, as it won’t weigh it down; however, a large V-mount battery will add weight.

Will you consider using the SWIT Transformable ARCA SWISS Plate with V-Mount for your shoots? Let us know in the comments below!