The manfrotto msq6 quick release plate is designed for use with manfrottos arca compatible q6 top lock quick release system and is designed to offer photographers a fast easy to use and secure quick release mechanism suitable for heavy pro camera equipment the plate has a redesigned screw which can be tightened to your camera in a number of different ways by hand using the special flip handle using a coin inserted into the wide slot or with the supplied allen key for maximum stability