Product: Camera adapter screw — versatile mounting and conversion screws for cameras and support gear Key benefits Lightweight and easy to carry: designed for field use so you can keep spares in your bag without added weight. Simple, reliable operation: slotted head allows quick finger tightening or use with a flat-head screwdriver for a secure fit. Converts and adapts mounts: provides a straightforward 3/8" female to 1/4" male conversion so cameras and accessories with 1/4" screw holes can attach to 3/8" mounts. Replaces common fasteners: works as a direct replacement for many quick-release plate screws and bracket screws, reducing compatibility hassles. Important attributes Function: slotted screw for hand or screwdriver tightening; light-stand screw for replacing quick-release or bracket screws; tripod screw that converts a 3/8" socket to a 1/4" plug; general camera adapter screw for mounting and conversion. Compatibility: fits cameras and accessories that use a standard 1/4" screw hole and fits 3/8" female sockets when conversion is required. Usability: can be tightened by hand or with a flat-head screwdriver at the camera base for convenience and control. Performance: provides stable, secure connections between cameras, tripods, light stands, quick-release plates, and other mounting hardware. Practical use scenarios Mounting a camera with a 1/4" screw hole onto a tripod or light stand that has a 3/8" socket using the 3/8"→1/4" conversion screw. Replacing worn or lost quick-release plate screws or bracket screws during on-location shoots to restore secure attachment without waiting for specific replacement parts. Attaching small accessories (LED lights, microphones, monitors) that use a 1/4" thread to stands or rigs that accept 3/8" mounts, using one compact adapter screw. What this solves Eliminates thread incompatibility between common tripod/stand sockets and camera accessory screw sizes. Provides a lightweight, easy-to-use spare so you can make fast repairs or adjustments on site. Reduces the need to carry multiple specific screws by offering a versatile replacement that works with common quick-release plates and brackets. Notes Designed for use with standard 1/4" camera screw holes and 3/8" female sockets. Tighten by hand for convenience or use a flat-head screwdriver for a firmer connection.