Olympus C-5050 rounded compact arca tripod plate

About the design

This is another very compact arca-type tripod plate and bottom strap connector designed to fit the Olympus C-5050 zoom. 

After using my first design for the C-5050 for a while, I liked how it matched the angle of the bottom corner of the camera, but I didn't like how not-wide that made the bottom of the plate, and I didn't like how there was barely enough room to center a tripod with the lens.

To address those issues, this version takes a different approach to matching the shape of the camera body - sticking out from the angled corner a little bit, while being rounded lozenge style to stay comfortable to hold. 

Printing it

I recommend slicing this version bottom-side-down, with 0.2mm layer height or smaller. I would use supports only on the strap connector area, and the screwhole area. 

Attaching it

I used these screws: https://www.mcmaster.com/91792A533/
They are standard 1/4" 20 thread with a 1/4" shaft, and a 0.144" deep by 0.492" wide head. 

The grip presses tightly onto the body's built-in strap lug. To attach it, I press down into the table with the grip side down (see last image upload)

⚠ 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.

Since this design has even less plastic for the screw to attach against, I would avoid using this to carry the camera with heavy accessories attached.