Tilta Quick Release Adapter for Float Stabilizing Arm Released

Tilta has just released a Manfrotto-style quick release plate adapter compatible with their Float stabilizing arm. This little adapter allows you to quickly switch between the Float stabilizing arm and a tripod, monopod, or slider with a Manfrotto 501 quick release plate. Let’s take a closer look at it!

The Tilta Float stabilization system was freshly introduced last year and consisted of a stabilizer arm with a support vest and a steady-cam-like extension post. At launch, this system was mainly designed to take some weight off your arms/shoulders when shooting with the DJI RS 2. In short, the Float acts as a “mini ARRI Trinity system,” and you can watch a review here to learn more about it.

In the meantime, DJI introduced the revolutionary all-in-one Ronin 4D. This new hybrid concept between a camera and a gimbal has some pros and cons, the latter being its weight of 4.67kg without a lens. Until now there was no way to attach anything but a gimbal to the Tilta Float, but Tilta has just released a quick release adapter for it to solve that issue.

Tilta quick release adapter for Float stabilizing arm

The Tilta quick release adapter for the Float stabilizing arm is a pretty simple device that consists of two main parts: a pole/bowl adapter and a quick release plate.

The quick-release plate is Manfrotto 501 compatible and attaches to your camera.

The bowl adapter slides onto the stabilizing arm and is locked via a knob. On top of the adapter, a bowl allows you to level your camera (+/- 15 degrees) and rotate it 360 degrees.

The Tilta Float stabilizing arm has a maximum payload capacity of 10kg, enough to carry a DJI Ronin 4D and most cinema cameras on the market. Indeed, you can use this quick-release adapter with a gimbal but also directly with a camera to get a smooth handheld look.

Price and availability

This new Tilta quick release adapter for the Float stabilizing arm is now available to preorder for the price of $134.10. It’ll also come standard with the Tilta Float handheld kits that start at $899.10.

For more information, please visit Tilta’s website here.

What do you think about the Tilta Float stabilizing system? Have you already tried support systems for gimbals? Do you believe this quick-release adapter could be helpful and an alternative to an Easyrig? Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments down below!