Pentax K-3 tripod plate

NOTE: The .stl is oriented with the bottom side up, just because of my process in blender… You probably want to put that side down when you print it 👍

This is a very compact arca-type tripod plate designed to fit the original Pentax K-3. It may fit on the K-3 II and K-3 III, but I am not able to test it. If you have either of those cameras and can give it a try, please leave a comment!

It's designed to match the shape of the camera body and brace against it to stay secure, while leaving plenty of room to get the battery out without removing the plate.

The plate includes a strap connection point so you can get your wrist or neck strap connectors out of the way of your hands by putting them under the body.

I've tested it with these screws: https://www.mcmaster.com/90276A534/ and there is an image attached with the specifications - that's about as big as it can fit in terms of head height.

Just get a 1/4 20 screw that is about 1/4" long, with a head no taller than 0.175".

⚠ Disclaimer! Use at your own risk!

I have been using 3d printed tripod plate + strap connector combos for years with no problems, but ultimately the safety of your gear is up to you, and I take no responsibility for any damages caused if your copy of this design breaks or does not work with your gear.

I have not tested this design with lenses heavier than the Sigma 18-35 f/1.8 - though with very heavy lenses you should probably not carry it by the body anyway.