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Arca Swiss Compatibility

Posted on August 7, 2020August 7, 2020 by admin

After a bit of feedback from Nikon users on the NikonRumors forum I decided to see if I could do a design option with an ARCA Swiss compatible mounting plate. Whilst it compromises the ergonomics slightly I am excited to try this version out. Hopefully I can get it CNC machine next week. Need to […]

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Evolution of the VertiGrip Mini

Posted on August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 by admin
Evolution of VertiGrip design

Mechanical design is fast approaching a point at which I can get realistic volume pricing from suppliers. This image shows the evolution of the design from the earliest full grip prototypes on the far right, to the stripped down VertiGrip Mini on the left. Piggybacking on the Nikon MB-N10 battery pack allows us to keep […]

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Initial Concept

Posted on July 29, 2020July 29, 2020 by admin
Initial concept image

All my design projects start on the drawing board, nowadays however drawing board is electronic. This initial concept sketch helps me work out in my mind how to make the design function correctly. For the Vertigrip Mini the idea is pretty simple, piggy back on the MB-N10 battery grip and give the photographer that all […]

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About Dave Faulkner

Hi, I’m Dave.
I’m a Design Professional and in between holding down a full time job with Boston Scientific and a hectic family life I manage to dabble with the occasional side hustle.

Camvention allows me to combine two of my favourite things, inventing and photography. I’m not trying to make a fortune, I simply enjoy the challenge of using my skills to take an idea to market.

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