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Macro photography
Macro Focusing Rail NM-200s
New Macro Rail, length 200mm (180mm available)
4.92 13 reviews
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SKU: uknisi1109
Learn more: Macro photographyKey features
- Arca-Swiss compatible mounting
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick-mounting plate
- Long plate for use with telephoto lenses
- New Quick Adjustment clamp with a push button
- New rail for easier adjustment
- New folding rotation knob
- Engraved graduated scale for precise adjustments
- Tripod mounting ⅜" and ¼"
- Four (removable) feet for direct use on tables/surfaces
- Length 200 mm with available area of 180 mm
- For each rotation of the knob the deviation is 1mm
- Aluminium machined with high-precision numerical control machinery
- 2-axis and 4 ways movement can be realised with two (2x) coupled NiSi NM-200s rails
Full description
New NiSi NM-200s Macro Rail (Focusing Rail) for Macro Photography
Following the unprecedented popularity of the NiSi Macro Close-up Lens for 67, 72 and 77mm lenses and the Macro Focusing Rail NM-180, we have again listened to our customers and produced the brand new NiSi Macro Focusing Rail NM-200s with several improvements.
The biggest challenge for macro photographers is keeping the camera perfectly still in 3D space. Moving even a millimetre can cause the shot to miss, and it is easy to lose critical focus even with a tripod. This is why a macro rail is essential. The rail allows precise control over the distance between the lens and subject, the NiSi NM-200s has a length of 200mm and an available area of 180mm (1mm travel per rotation), it can be used on a flat surface or by removing the pins it can be fixed on a tripod.
For dual-axis control (4 movements), the two systems can be stacked 90º to each other.
We are constantly making improvements to our products, some details may differ between the photos on this page and the actual product in the latest production.
Features
The NiSi Macro Focusing Rail is compatible with the Arca-Swiss mount and is equipped with an Arca-Swiss quick release plate. The long plate is designed to facilitate locking and releasing the camera even with telephoto lenses. The bottom of the rail includes 3/8″ and 1/4″ mounts for all tripod heads compatible with this format (in fact all heads on the market, but we always recommend checking). There are four (removable) pins that allow it to be used directly on a table. The slide is 200mm long and has an adjustment range of 180mm n (travel of 1 mm per rotation of the knob). Both sides of the rail have engraved marks to further facilitate precise positioning.
Construction
The NiSi focusing rail is made of high-precision CNC-machined aluminium and has a corrosion-resistant anodised finish.
Thanks to the 3/8″ and 1/4″ screw attachment, the Macro Rail NM-200 is compatible with most tripods. The plate, which rotates 360°, can also hold telephoto lenses and the movement distances are conveniently engraved on the side of the rail.
New Quick Adjustment clamp added to smoothly move your camera back and forth with a simple push of a button.
NiSi macro rail for macrophotography
4-way macro rail?
For the discerning user who requires a very versatile 2-axis (4-way) movement, we recommend the purchase of two (2x) NiSi NM-200s slides. The perfect compatibility of two rails allows very high freedom of action, top features and very high quality.
Compatibility and codes
SKU: uknisi1109
Shipping and returns
Tracked 48 free over £60, Tracked 24 free over £300. Photo proof of delivery, and you can redirect the parcel to a safe place, a neighbour or a pickup point. Shipped from our UK warehouse.
Reviews · 4.92 out of 5 (13)
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A class piece of kit. Not cheap but beautiful to use.
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Lovely smooth action with practically no backlash.
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Excellent piece of equipment. Must for indoor macro work
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I’ve only used this rial for a short time, but it’s definitely proving to be a very good item. It’s well made and feels like it’s something that you should last a long time. I haven’t used a macro rail till now so I’ve no point of comparison to any existing alternatives. With that said, I can’t imagine paying any more for such a rail as this model oozes quality craftsmanship for a very fair price. It really has a similar level of craftsmanship to my RRS camera gear which costs quite a bit more. It was easy to attach to my tripod and works very well in operation. I’m glad that I opted for this particular model rather than the budget friendly options on Amazon or opting for a more expensive model. I’m this sense it’s a bit of a Goldilocks experience- no need to spend more for similar quality (I would imagine) or go cheaper and have something with a budget friendly feel in every way. Definitely recommended!
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Superb piece of kit manufactured to a very high standard.
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After some lengthy focus-stacking sessions, I conclude the product is every bit as effective, precise and usable as the most credible and detailed of the reviews - those that are more than a few seconds of on-line video pseudo-marketing gibberish - say it is. The more informed and searching reviews comment about the mounting 'feet'; I concur with their observations and expect that NiSi will have some response in future iterations of the product design.
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Very nicely made and does the job really well - can’t wait to use it more!
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Very well made, very smooth to use and accurate scale, would highly recommend
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I've been using this macro rail for 2 years and I am sure this is the best manual macro rail. Precisely made, it's practical too as you can turn the arca head around to attach your equipment on. The whole rail itself is arca compatible, I sometimes use directly on tripod or with a 501PL plate attached below. I recommend to get this over the 180s version as the useful rail lenght is never as long as the designated numbers, simply because you don't want to keep your 1 kg+ camera and lens on the end of the rail. Also, this 200s version has the button that gives you the ability to freely slide the arca clamp on the rail. This is comfortable because you don't need to crank long distances during focus adjustments. Be sure to grease the thread all across thread lenght and the wheel base too, where the numbers are. This makes it more smooth to use it and decreases vibration, therefore increases image quality.
