S handgrip 16028

[Leicalifer]

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Hello

 

Any long term user reports or comments on the S handgrip? Looks handy for studio use with grip strap. Not sure there is an L plate for one, then again I doubt if I would need to instanatly go from handheld to tripod without a short break for some type of set up, review and maybe a lens change.

 

As always, Thank you in advance for all the great advice.

[John McMaster]

I use my S2-P and S(007) with battery grips, much prefer it for hand-held usage.  With the RRS grip, it throw the lining-up with the LHS connectors so usually take the grip off when using a tripod.

 

john

[Leicalifer]

John

 

Thank you, just as I thought. When using the handgrip, do you have a preferred hand strap?

[John McMaster]

I use the Leica ones, main problem is that if you use the neck strap as well only one will fot through the camera eye.  I have my neckstrap on a 35mm SLR type ring through the S eye as well as the grip strap.  When I put on a tripod I just unscrew the grip from the camera and leave it hanging.

 

john

[darylgo]

I'm not sure I understand the question, but Leica has said the grip should not be used on a tripod, it is not intended for this. My understanding is the grip is not substantial enough for the forces exerted by a camera and lens combination. That is the reason there are no L plates for the grip. My limited testing showed the combination was ok to use but weakness was detected and I never tried again fearing a poorly supported camera and lens could break the connection to the grip. Leica has no restrictions with the SL grip, it is metal/sturdy whereas the S grip doesn't have the build quality and feels plasticy.

[Leicalifer]

Darylgo

 

Sorry for the confusion. Your post answered my questions. I assumed the build quality was similar to the SL grip and was perplexed why no one offered a suitable model. Thanks for the clarification.