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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on December 9, 2011.

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Update #1 · Oct 19, 2011 · 8 comments

Hi Backers,

We just reached our funding goal! A HUGE Thank You to all of our backers, bloggers and tweeters!

The M-Plate development is going well and we are sending the next design revisions for another CNC prototype. Attached is a photo of the old prototype showing the new mounting location so the plate doesn't stick out to the side of the camera.

Two additional notes: 1. the hanging position will not be affected with this offset (when using the C-Loop) 2. the M-Link attachment port and camera mounting point will be interchangeable allowing for more flexibility.

The profile will also be slimmed and more compact overall. In addition, we will be testing a hard anodized coating for more surface protection and durability (Vote here for black or silver). More updates to come.

Thanks again for your continuous support and keep on spreading the word!

Sincerely,

Anne, Ben, Ivan

Custom SLR Team

www.customslr.com

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      Creator Matthew Tyndall on January 8, 2012

      Awesome idea! I can't wait until it arrives.

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      Creator Reegtlaw on December 15, 2011

      Great work guys! Can't wait to get the plate.

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      Creator Percy Poplak on November 20, 2011

      I agree with Dustin, the plate should clear the battery compartment - for all cameras - if the plate is to be universal.

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      Creator Custom SLR on November 8, 2011

      We're taking all this into account. We promise everyone will be impressed with the latest version. :)

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      Creator Dustin Kerstein on November 8, 2011

      Maybe my above comment is already accounted for. It seems the picture above is for the new mount but old plate layout.

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      Creator Dustin Kerstein on November 8, 2011

      I love the idea and have already preordered one, but I would love to see the option of a version without the hand strap extension that would allow me to keep the plate on the camera and maintain access to the battery compartment on my d7000. Please consider for us lazy folks that don't want to ever take the plate off.

      Thanks,
      Dustin

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      Creator Robert Staehlin on October 22, 2011

      definitely agree with Gene...and L-bracket version would be awesome!

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      Creator Gene Inman on October 21, 2011

      Cant wait to see and use the final product. Would also love to see an L-bracket design.. although that would most likely be less universal as camera body size varies. But still, I would pay for that!

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Oct 11, 2011 - Dec 9, 2011

  • Pledge $50 or more

    285 backers

    You will be shipped a M-Plate as soon as they are ready. Consider this a sweet pre-order price for all your support (retail price will be $74.95 + tax and shipping). You will also gain contributor status and be listed on customslr.com. Add $15 for shipping outside the US. Select this reward and order in multiples of $50 if you want multiple units. Thank you for backing Custom SLR!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2011
  • Pledge $125 or more

    133 backers

    Get the M-Plate + C-Loop + Glide Strap combo as seen in the video. Save a bundle off the retail price. You will also gain contributor status and be listed on customslr.com. Add $15 for shipping outside the US. Select this reward and order in multiples of $125 if you want multiple combos. Thank you for backing Custom SLR!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2011
  • Pledge $250 or more

    10 backers Limited (90 of 100 left)

    Limited Edition Kickstarter Combo: Kickstarter Green M-Plate + Kickstarter (engraved) Green C-Loop HD (new product) + Glide Strap combo. You will be listed as an Pro contributor on customslr.com and receive a signed thank you letter from the team. Add $15 for shipping outside the US. Thank you for backing Custom SLR!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2011
  • Pledge $500 or more

    0 backers

    A Baker's Dozen: Pre-order a box of 13 M-Plates. Great for photography meetups and stores. You will be listed as an Executive contributor on customslr.com and receive a signed thank you letter from the team. Add $500 to your pledge for each additional box you'd like to order. Add $50 for shipping outside the US. Thank you for backing Custom SLR!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2011