randyman Posted December 27, 2013 Share #21 Posted December 27, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) You wince at the price tag, but once you use a Thumbs Up... it's perfect. And extremely well made. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted December 27, 2013 Posted December 27, 2013 Hi randyman, Take a look here A BIG Thumbs Up to Tim Isaac. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jaapv Posted December 27, 2013 Share #22 Posted December 27, 2013 Isn't this a problem? if this gadget compromises the hot shoe (which I very much doubt was designed to absorb this kind of lateral pressure), surely it will knock $1-2K off the resale value of the camera. At that point, one might just as well buy the hand grip, or multi-function hand grip, which do the same thing (in the case of the multi-function grip more), don't compromise the hot shoe and have re-sale value. No? The only things it has been known to do in the past was loosen the internal screws that keep the top plate on (easy to tighten), which should be mitigated on the M240 by the tighter fit of the top plate, and to scuff the finish under the working end. The hot shoe is held by four little screws. Should those work loose -not reported yet- I fail to see why such a simple repair (Leica might not even charge for it) should knock such a hefty sum off the resale value. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyHiggins Posted January 15, 2014 Share #23 Posted January 15, 2014 As bent pieces of metal go, this is awesome! The M240 is clearly useable without a Thumbs-Up, but it makes such a difference to balance and takes the pressure off your fingers. Pressing the focus-peaking/exposure compensation button is less of a challenge and the thumb wheel is unaffected. If anyone is skeptical of the value, I would really suggest giving it a try before drawing conclusions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted January 15, 2014 Share #24 Posted January 15, 2014 ... Pressing the focus-peaking/exposure compensation button is less of a challenge and the thumb wheel is unaffected. .... If you're experiencing problems with pressing the FP/EC button (as I did too) you might like to consider attaching a small clear, plastic, self-adhesive bump-pad to it. The pad is invisible but your finger will find it immediately and it's slightly proud of the body so it helps to press the button more easily. They're usually available very cheaply in hardware stores and stationers. Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
keithlaban.co.uk Posted January 15, 2014 Share #25 Posted January 15, 2014 I use a Thumbs-Up on my M9 and wouldn't be without it. I wish there was an option of using one on an M240 with the EVF in place. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted January 15, 2014 Share #26 Posted January 15, 2014 Good as you can now use flash with the MF Grip at least. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Cambern Posted January 15, 2014 Share #27 Posted January 15, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) I had TU's on M8/M9 (and now on the MM).But I find that the M240 is easier to handle (maybe due to the thumb rest?) and I use the EVF much more frequently, particularly with old lenses, than I thought I would. My experience has been exactly the same. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jvansmit Posted January 16, 2014 Share #28 Posted January 16, 2014 Sorry to stray slightly off topic but if anyone is remotely interested, I saw the Magnum photographer John Vink in Phnom Penh over the Xmas/New Year holidays. He was using his M9 with a well-brassed Thumbs- Up while covering the demonstrations there. John also had a helmet strapped to his belt so maybe that is the next indispensable Leica accessory! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamboatbob53 Posted January 17, 2014 Share #29 Posted January 17, 2014 :DI also procured a Thumbs Up for my new M240 and it is absolutely fabulous. I don't have the steadiest of hands and this really helps with handheld shots. I also have a Really Right Stuff L-Bracket with grip that works extremely well with the Thumbs Up. I am always amazed at how stable my grip is now. Love it and highly recommend both products. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxJ1961 Posted January 17, 2014 Share #30 Posted January 17, 2014 I got my Thumbs Up a couple of weeks after my M arrived in September. Had one on my M9. Can't live without it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Clennan Posted January 22, 2014 Share #31 Posted January 22, 2014 I've had mine for almost a year now and I could not imagine using the M240 without one. Superb craftsmanship. Mine is nicely brassed already…. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brill64 Posted January 24, 2014 Share #32 Posted January 24, 2014 today I bought a thumbs up & decided to keep it on in the shop. As I was walking back up the street, I was testing my grip on the camera with it in my hand & the strap around my neck. Without warning, the strap fell off one side. The split ring had somehow loosened itself & slid right off the strap lug. If I'd not had a firm hand-grip on the camera with the thumbs up attached, it would have undoubtedly crashed to the floor. I'm very happy about that purchase! Note to self : check your split rings regularly!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numbers Posted January 24, 2014 Share #33 Posted January 24, 2014 I had always thought it was unnesesary with the M. Then I tried one a few days ago at the Meister Camera in Berlin. Went in and bought one the very next day. I feel the price is outragous for what it is, but I found it so good I ended up getting it anyway. Ive used it for two full days and it really is great when wearing glowes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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