Compact Arca Clamp Combines Lever And Twist Control For Creators
3 Legged Thing has introduced the Ultra Clamp, a compact Arca-Swiss compatible clamp designed to give photographers and filmmakers more flexibility when mounting cameras, accessories and support gear.
The Ultra Clamp has been developed to address one of the more persistent frustrations around quick-release systems: choosing between lever-operated speed and twist-knob precision. Rather than forcing users to pick one approach, 3 Legged Thing has combined both mechanisms in a single pocket-sized accessory.
The Ultra Clamp features a dual-action control system, allowing users to adjust tension through a knurled knob or operate the clamp using its lever. This means the clamp can be fine-tuned for different standard Arca-style plates without requiring tools, while still offering the quick operation expected from a lever clamp.
A built-in security catch is included to help prevent accidental release, while the lever can also be adjusted for left- or right-handed operation. 3 Legged Thing says the design is intended to provide consistent engagement with standard Arca-style plates, helping photographers move quickly between setups without the usual trial and error.
One of the Ultra Clamp’s more distinctive features is its square base. This allows it to be mounted into a standard Arca-Swiss compatible head in four directions, opening up several practical uses beyond simply replacing the clamp on a ball head.
For photographers using L-brackets, this could prove especially useful when mounting a camera vertically on a video head. Instead of relying on awkward side-mounted arrangements, the Ultra Clamp allows vertical shooting setups for social video, portraits and other upright formats, including content for TikTok, Instagram Reels and similar platforms.
The clamp can also be used as a quick-release accessory mount. By attaching it to an L-bracket or Arca-style plate, users can then mount accessories such as magic arms, monitors or lights through the clamp’s screw thread, making it easier to add and remove equipment from a rig during production.
Price and Availability:
The 3 Legged Thing Ultra Clamp is available now from 3 Legged Thing and selected retailers.
The Ultra Clamp with Plate has a suggested retail price of £49.99 / US $59.99, while the Ultra Clamp only is priced at £34.99 / US $44.99.
More information is available from 3 Legged Thing at www.3leggedthing.com, and you can find stockists through 3LeggedThing.com/where-to-buy.
