ARRI Standard 12″ Dovetail

SHAPE Lightweight ARRI Standard 12″ Dovetail Plate

The ARRI 12″ Dovetail is a reliable camera support accessory designed for secure and efficient mounting of professional camera packages. Commonly used in film, television, commercial, and studio productions, this industry-standard dovetail plate provides a stable platform for balancing and positioning cameras on compatible tripod heads, bridge plates, and support systems.

Built for use with ARRI-standard camera support setups, the 12″ dovetail helps crews quickly adjust camera position for proper balance, especially when working with heavier builds that include matte boxes, follow focus systems, onboard monitors, batteries, or lens accessories. Its compact 12-inch length makes it a practical option for productions that need dependable support without the added length of larger dovetail plates.

Key Features:

ARRI-Standard Camera Support Compatibility

Designed for use with ARRI-style bridge plates and camera support systems, making it a dependable choice for professional cinema camera builds and support configurations.

Secure Camera Mounting and Balance

Provides a stable mounting surface for camera packages while allowing operators and assistants to slide and balance the camera as needed for tripod, studio, or production support setups.

Ideal for Professional Camera Builds

Well suited for cinema cameras, broadcast camera packages, and production builds using accessories such as matte boxes, wireless systems, follow focus units, battery plates, and onboard monitors.

Durable Production-Ready Construction

Built to withstand the demands of film sets, television production, rental environments, and location shoots, offering dependable performance in fast-paced professional workflows.

Compact 12″ Length

The 12-inch size offers a practical balance between support and portability, making it ideal for productions that need a compact ARRI dovetail plate for everyday camera rigging and support.

Available Size:

• 12″ ARRI Dovetail

Ideal For:

• Film and television productions
• Commercial and branded content shoots
• Studio and location camera support setups
• Cinematographers, camera assistants, owner-operators, and rental houses
• Professional cinema camera rigging and balancing

Why Choose an ARRI 12″ Dovetail?

A quality dovetail plate is an essential part of a well-balanced camera support system. The ARRI 12″ Dovetail provides a secure, professional mounting solution that helps streamline camera setup, improve balance, and support efficient on-set workflow. Whether you’re building a lightweight studio package or a fully rigged cinema camera system, it’s a practical tool for reliable camera support.