The DVC-220 220mm Rail from Desmond is a horizontal rail with an Arca-type compatible clamp for adding a vertical plate. The rail has dual dovetails, a built-in bubble level, strap slot, and a 1/4"-20 camera mounting screw.

The all-metal rail is hard-anodized to protect against scratches, and features a laser-engraved scale for nodal point adjustments. Two safety stop screws and two hex keys are also included with the rail.

Vertical Clamp Included    Dual Arca-Type Dovetails    Anodized Finish

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Has anyone tried this with an Acratech GP/GP-s/GP-ss ball head? I am thinking about saving some cash and using this nodal slide with my GP-ss with lever clamp.

A: I am sorry but the manufactures have not tested that Nodal Rail with that head. And Arca-Swiss heads are very precise and many items that are Arca-Swiss style will not fit as well as some other brands or its own brand.Best is to get an Arca-Swiss brand with their head.

Q: 2. Under the Nodal Rail, there are two 1/4-20 Threaded holes. Can someone measure me the distance from center to center of these holes?

A: The distance from the threading under the spirit level to the threading in middle of the clamp on the Desmond DNR-120 Nodal Rail (120mm) is approximately 80mm.

Q: 3. Will it fit to nikon d3300?And will the shutter release cable can be easily useful when on l bracket?

A: I do not have the D3300, but as with any universal L-bracket, you can slide the camera back and forth to adjust it to make any ports on the side of the camera accessible (most remote connections are on the sides of cameras). It isn't possible to access most BOTTOM areas, of course, with the plate attached.

Q: 4. I've read the 140 is too short for the Nikon 14-24. Is this long enough or should I go for the 200? Since I backpack a lot, every inch counts.

A: I have found this to be a bit short when I used it with a D800 and my Nikon 14-24. The Nikon D800 is so good and I have found that I really didn't need this to get good panos.

Q: 5. What are the pairs of holes down the length of the rail for?

A: They are additional threaded mounting points if needed

Q: 6. Will this fit the Canon 90D?

A: Yes Desmond DAL-1 QR L Plate does fit the Canon 90D.

Q: 7. Will this work on a Panasonic lumix g9 or fz300

A: The Desmond DAL-1 QR L Plate will fit the Panasonic Lumix G9 Mirrorless Camera and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 Digital Camera. However, the battery door and side ports might be blocked.

Q: 8. Is this compatible with the Really Right Stuff ball head and L bracket for the Canon 5D Mark III?

A: I can't say for sure about RRS head, but would guess it is compatible. It works fine with my three Sirui heads and RRS clamps and canon 5d Mark 11 RRS L bracket. I can attest that is beautifully made and a bargain.

Q: 9. Anybody use this for Macro photography? I'm concerned the clamp isn't strong enough to support the camera hanging over the end. I use a D300 with 105 mm Macro. Also the Kirk rail clamp rotates, but this doesn't. Any comments on this lack of function?

A: The ramp is plenty strong enough to support the camera/lens combination, but is your tripod head stable enough?

Q: 10. Does this rail have laser etched or painted on marks?

A: I'm not sure how to tell the difference between painted and laser etched, yet the numbers that are present (on each side of the rail, as well as the top) appear to be high quality and durable. The nodal rail also has a nice feel (weight) in the hand, and is solidly well constructed. I'd recommend the purchase. The only thing missing is a marker system to mark your settings once you've establish them for your particular lens. My work around for this has been some black electrical tape to mark my key positions, or to write the numbers down on some paper I keep with me.