Deliberate1 Posted December 1, 2017 Share #1 Posted December 1, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Friends, my son recently acquired a Q. For the holiday I want to buy him an accessory, and the Q handgrip is high on the list. Other suggestions for a utilitarian accessory would be appreciated. Obliged, David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Leica Guy Posted December 1, 2017 Share #2 Posted December 1, 2017 No doubt you should get the Thumb’s Up for the Q. It really helps the grip. If he wants a flash, I recommend the Leica SF-40. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deliberate1 Posted December 1, 2017 Author Share #3 Posted December 1, 2017 No doubt you should get the Thumb’s Up for the Q. It really helps the grip. Good suggestion. I find it to be indispensable on my M9. Thanks, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted December 1, 2017 Share #4 Posted December 1, 2017 (edited) Hello David, It has been my experience that the smallest thing of the lightest weight, that takes the least space & is easiest to use, that most expands my photographic capabilities is: A small, solid, table tripod, with soft, non-marking slippers. That has a large ball head & a cable release. Against my chest it gives me +2 stops of added stability. Regardless of lens. Against a wall (Soft, non-marking slippers.), inside of or under the top of a doorway, against a rock or against a tree, On a car with the motor turned off. And even on a table top: It gives all of the additional stops of stability necessary. A photo taken at F8 & 1/8 can look different than the same scene photographed at F2 & 1/125. Sometimes the cable release alone can add a stop or more of added stability. The more you use it & the more you think about using it: The more possibilities you discover. I use a home made (Cosmetically challenged.) version of a Leitz/Leica table top tripod. I use a medium sized version of a Leitz Large Ball Head. The large size ball head has come in different sizes over the years. The cable release I use is a Linhof version similar to a Leitz cable release. Even though it is the same length as the Leitz version (Both Linhof & Leitz have made cable releases in a variety of lengths.) it looks like the Leitz release's big brother. They are both equally well made. I have found this combination so useful in so many situations that : For the most part: I have generally left a full sized tripod at home for years. Best Regards, Michael Edited December 1, 2017 by Michael Geschlecht 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deliberate1 Posted December 1, 2017 Author Share #5 Posted December 1, 2017 Micha Hello David, It has been my experience that the smallest thing of the lightest weight, that takes the least space & is easiest to use, that most expands my photographic capabilities is: A small, solid, table tripod, with soft, non-marking slippers. That has a large ball head & a cable release. Against my chest it gives me +2 stops of added stability. Regardless of lens. Against a wall (Soft, non-marking slippers.), inside of or under the top of a doorway, against a rock or against a tree, On a car with the motor turned off. And even on a table top: It gives all of the additional stops of stability necessary. A photo taken at F8 & 1/8 can look different than the same scene photographed at F2 & 1/125. Sometimes the cable release alone can add a stop or more of added stability. The more you use it & the more you think about using it: The more possibilities you discover. I use a home made (Cosmetically challenged.) version of a Leitz/Leica table top tripod. I use a medium sized version of a Leitz Large Ball Head. The large size ball head has come in different sizes over the years. The cable release I use is a Linhof version similar to a Leitz cable release. Even though it is the same length as the Leitz version (Both Linhof & Leitz have made cable releases in a variety of lengths.) it looks like the Leitz release's big brother. They are both equally well made. I have found this combination so useful in so many situations that : For the most part: I have generally left a full sized tripod at home for years. Best Regards, Michael Michael, excellent option. I have a vintage Leica table top tripod and have shopped the RRS small ball head (without pulling the trigger). Are you using a plate and quick release, or just screwing the tripod in the camera. Cheers. D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlandK Posted December 1, 2017 Share #6 Posted December 1, 2017 Micha Michael, excellent option. I have a vintage Leica table top tripod and have shopped the RRS small ball head (without pulling the trigger). Are you using a plate and quick release, or just screwing the tripod in the camera. Cheers. D I use an old Leica table top tripod with a small ball head which I simply attach direct to the Q. For the times when I need it works just fine. As Michael says, small versatile and at times entirely indispensable. The only thing is I am not aware of a cable release for the Q so make do with a gentle push on the shutter release. I also find the Thumbs Up means I can confortably hold the Q for a long time simply secured round my wrist with a Tie Her Up wrist strap. Less noticeable than swinging round your neck! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minigill Posted December 1, 2017 Share #7 Posted December 1, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) I hope this thread doesn't give me ideas for my new Q ! I am still trying to decide on a strap I found one, pink/grey but it was limited edition and no longer available, so might have to be red/black... to go with my new bag ! Keeps eye on thread.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlandK Posted December 1, 2017 Share #8 Posted December 1, 2017 I hope this thread doesn't give me ideas for my new Q ! I am still trying to decide on a strap You are in the right place there are more posts on this Forum about straps than you can shake a stick at! Do a search. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leica Guy Posted December 1, 2017 Share #9 Posted December 1, 2017 You are in the right place there are more posts on this Forum about straps than you can shake a stick at! Do a search. And bags!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted December 1, 2017 Share #10 Posted December 1, 2017 Micha Michael, excellent option. I have a vintage Leica table top tripod and have shopped the RRS small ball head (without pulling the trigger). Are you using a plate and quick release, or just screwing the tripod in the camera. Cheers. D Hello D, I just attach the camera to the ball head directly. Don't forget to get soft, non marking slippers for the table tripod. I am pretty sure that Leica supplies them as an after market option. Altho I found some soft, colored key covers to use on the feet of my home made alternative in a local hardware store. Soft, non marking slippers make your table tripod a much more welcomed guest in a number of places where a metal tripod foot is not welcome. Best Regards, Michael 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted December 1, 2017 Share #11 Posted December 1, 2017 Leica handgrip was my top priority, it makes a huge difference to handling and safety. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralph Posted December 1, 2017 Share #12 Posted December 1, 2017 Just buy a nice leather half case that emphasizes the vintage look and provides some protection. Thats all you need! Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/279374-accessory-must-haves-for-new-owner/?do=findComment&comment=3408422'>More sharing options...
Minigill Posted December 1, 2017 Share #13 Posted December 1, 2017 You are in the right place there are more posts on this Forum about straps than you can shake a stick at! Do a search. Yes, I have already been through lots of pics on the forum with straps, and keep revisiting them Quite a few look really good ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlandK Posted December 1, 2017 Share #14 Posted December 1, 2017 Yes, I have already been through lots of pics on the forum with straps, and keep revisiting them Quite a few look really good ! Personally I think the rope ones are best because if you want to hang the camera round your neck or over your shoulder you can but you can also wrap the rope round your wrist and use it like a wrist strap. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
erudolph Posted December 1, 2017 Share #15 Posted December 1, 2017 Personally I think the rope ones are best because if you want to hang the camera round your neck or over your shoulder you can but you can also wrap the rope round your wrist and use it like a wrist strap. And for this type of strap, I find the Artist and Artisan silk cord straps excellent. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deliberate1 Posted December 2, 2017 Author Share #16 Posted December 2, 2017 Leica handgrip was my top priority, it makes a huge difference to handling and safety. David, thanks for yours. Have you found that the girth and configuration of the hand grip materially changes the perception of size in the hand? I have the RRS hand grip for the M9 (along with a thumbie), and it does make the camera look and feel considerably bigger. Not meant as criticism because the box feels so much better in the hand. But it does change the mass of the camera. Cheers. David 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deliberate1 Posted December 2, 2017 Author Share #17 Posted December 2, 2017 Just buy a nice leather half case that emphasizes the vintage look and provides some protection. Thats all you need! That is nice, especially with the integrated grip. Is this a Luigi? Cheers. David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mute-on Posted December 2, 2017 Share #18 Posted December 2, 2017 Maybe you should ask your son what he wants. I tried a range of accessories with the Q and found that the grip worked best for me. Personal preference will be the deciding factor. J 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted December 2, 2017 Share #19 Posted December 2, 2017 (edited) A spare battery. Everything else is personal to the user. Dressing your camera is unnecessary, IMO. I make my own straps for cameras. For a Christmas present, perhaps a good book on photography...maybe "The Digital Negative" ... Edited December 2, 2017 by david strachan 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted December 2, 2017 Share #20 Posted December 2, 2017 David, thanks for yours. Have you found that the girth and configuration of the hand grip materially changes the perception of size in the hand? I have the RRS hand grip for the M9 (along with a thumbie), and it does make the camera look and feel considerably bigger. Not meant as criticism because the box feels so much better in the hand. But it does change the mass of the camera. Cheers. David Not significantly, the camera just feels more complete and safe in hand. The flat face is perfect for three finger-tips (middle to little fingers). Regarding bulk, the hand-grip is insignificant compared to the wonderful lens which dominates the front mass. The grip lessens the need to squeeze the body for secure purchase. That alone makes for less stress in the hand muscles. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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