Leofoto PL-62N 62mm Arca-Swiss Style Plate with Anti-Twist Flange

The Leofoto PL-62N 62mm Anti-Twist Flange Arca Plate is a compact but highly practical upgrade for photographers and hybrid shooters who want a more secure Arca-Swiss compatible connection between their camera, lens foot and tripod head. Built for real-world use across travel, landscape, wildlife, studio and video support workflows, this Leofoto quick release plate is designed to reduce unwanted movement while keeping your setup fast to mount and easy to adjust.

As part of the Leofoto accessories range, the PL-62N suits creators who need dependable lockup without adding bulk. Its 62mm length gives you a stable mounting platform for many DSLR and mirrorless cameras, compatible lens feet and other support accessories, making it a smart choice for anyone refining an Arca-Swiss plate and clamp workflow.

Performance & Benefits

The PL-62N is precision CNC machined from a solid block of 6061-T6 aluminium, giving it an excellent balance of rigidity, low weight and long-term reliability. In use, that matters because a quick release plate is the foundation of your support system. A secure interface helps maintain alignment, improves repeatability and supports more confident shooting when working with long exposures, panoramic compositions or longer lenses.

Its standout feature is the adjustable anti-twist flange, which braces against the camera body or lens foot to minimise rotation that can develop with standard flat plates. This added resistance is especially useful for photographers using a ball head, gimbal head or panorama setup, where even slight movement can affect framing precision. For wildlife, landscape and macro users, that extra stability helps keep the camera exactly where you set it.

The integrated Arca-Swiss dovetail profile delivers smooth compatibility with a wide range of Arca-style clamps, tripod heads and support accessories. If your kit already uses an Arca-Swiss clamp, this plate fits naturally into a faster, more consistent workflow, making it easier to move between handheld shooting and tripod-mounted work without changing systems.

Leofoto also includes a retractable safety stop mechanism to help prevent accidental slide-out from compatible clamps if they are loosened unintentionally. This is a practical feature for photographers working quickly in the field, on uneven ground or during frequent lens and support changes, where secure engagement matters just as much as speed.

Despite its strength, the PL-62N weighs only approximately 50g, so it adds very little to your overall kit. That makes it a useful accessory for travel photographers and anyone building a lightweight support setup, while still delivering the firm lockup expected from premium Leofoto accessories.

Practical Details

In day-to-day use, the PL-62N is straightforward and well considered. It mounts via a standard 1/4"-20 stainless steel screw, and the built-in magnetic hex wrench means you can tighten or adjust the plate without digging through your bag for tools. For photographers who regularly swap between supports, that saves time and keeps setup simple.

The 62mm format strikes a practical middle ground between compact size and usable mounting support. It remains low-profile on the camera while providing enough contact area for a more stable connection, which is useful when carrying the camera on a strap, mounting to a tripod head, or shifting between portrait and landscape compositions.

Leofoto has also added a QD socket and a built-in camera strap slot, expanding how the plate can be used in the field. You can keep the plate mounted full-time and still integrate compatible slings, hand straps or QD carry systems, which makes it a versatile option for photographers who want fewer changes between transport and shooting.

For Australian creators building a reliable support kit, the PL-62N fits neatly into a broader Leofoto Australia workflow. It pairs easily with Arca-style tripod heads, panorama rails, lens feet and other camera support accessories, helping create a more consistent and dependable setup across multiple shooting scenarios.

Key Features:

62mm Compact Arca-Swiss Plate

Adjustable Anti-Twist Flange

Precision 6061-T6 Aluminium Construction

Integrated Arca-Swiss Dovetail Profile

Retractable Safety Stop Mechanism

Standard 1/4-Inch Mounting Screw

Built-In Magnetic Hex Wrench

Integrated QD Strap Socket

Built-In Camera Strap Slot

Secure Lockup for Tripods

Ideal for Travel and Wildlife

What's in the Box:

Leofoto PL-62N 62mm Arca-Swiss Style Plate with Anti-Twist Flange

1/4"-20 Mounting Screw