m9photo Posted January 1, 2019 Share #1 Posted January 1, 2019 Advertisement (gone after registration) I miss this little thing, so my new year's resolution is get another and this time is silver!. I need a grip though, currently have the thumbs up. Or should I get one of this? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Quick-Release-L-Plate-Bracket-Mount-Grip-For-Leica-Q-Typ116-Typ-116-Arca-Swiss/312298773781?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 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 Quote 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/292827-back-with-q/?do=findComment&comment=3656725'>More sharing options...
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HighlandK Posted January 2, 2019 Share #2 Posted January 2, 2019 I think it comes down to how much tripod work you will do. On my D850 I do a lot of landscape and macro work. It is most frequently on a tripod and the RRS L bracket is a permanent fixture. With my Q I rarely put it on a tripod and find the Thumbs up indispensible for a better grip when hand holding. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
m9photo Posted January 2, 2019 Author Share #3 Posted January 2, 2019 Thanks, any idea on Leica OE grip and thumbs up combo? does it work better than thumbs up alone? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlandK Posted January 2, 2019 Share #4 Posted January 2, 2019 No experience of that but I am sure others will have. I find Thumbs up is all I need to keep the camera comfortably in my hand for extended periods, often with a wrist strap for security. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurentß Posted January 3, 2019 Share #5 Posted January 3, 2019 I tried the Thumbs Up, but it's killing my ribs when I have the camera bouncing off the strap on my body. Actually, the thumb rest is working fine, but I wanted extra grip. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgdinamo Posted January 4, 2019 Share #6 Posted January 4, 2019 I have both thumbs up and Leica grip mounted and find Leica grip super helpful (it feels essential to me, where I don't mind thumbs up on the camera now that I have it, but would not purchase it again). Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbripley Posted January 4, 2019 Share #7 Posted January 4, 2019 Advertisement (gone after registration) I found a thumb grip essential on the CL, but a bit ungainly on the Q and I’ve been happy just using the built in thumb rest. Is there good forward grip that doesn’t cover the battery hatch? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siriusone59 Posted January 4, 2019 Share #8 Posted January 4, 2019 48 minutes ago, jbripley said: I found a thumb grip essential on the CL, but a bit ungainly on the Q and I’ve been happy just using the built in thumb rest. Is there good forward grip that doesn’t cover the battery hatch? There are half cases that have the forward grip and don't cover the battery hatch such as the Lim's case, only drawback is that it adds about 10mm to the base of camera. It also provides a tripod attachment. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leica Guy Posted January 4, 2019 Share #9 Posted January 4, 2019 I find the combo of Thumbs Up and Arte de Mano half case with grip to be like a pair of old gloves. Fits perfect every time I pick up the camera. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
microview Posted January 4, 2019 Share #10 Posted January 4, 2019 Leica grip fine for me rather than Thumbs Up; would not like using the Q so much without the grip. even though you have to remove it to access batery/SD card. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon468 Posted January 4, 2019 Share #11 Posted January 4, 2019 (edited) the I use the Leica Q Protector case for mine and added the Flipbac grip to the right side. I have the Thumbs Up attached as well. This combination works well for me. Amazon sells both case and the grip. In addition, I use a Gordy's padded wrist strap and keep the camera in a shoulder bag until needed. Edited January 4, 2019 by falcon468 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robgo2 Posted January 4, 2019 Share #12 Posted January 4, 2019 I use the Leica grip on my Q. It certainly makes the camera easier to handle. Compared to certain other Leica grips, it is not ridiculously overpriced. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tailwagger Posted January 4, 2019 Share #13 Posted January 4, 2019 Thumbs up, Leica grip, RSS B9 plate which is short enough so that it doesn't impede taking the grip on and off. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cartaufalous Posted January 24, 2019 Share #14 Posted January 24, 2019 (edited) On 1/4/2019 at 9:57 AM, Infiniumguy said: I find the combo of Thumbs Up and Arte de Mano half case with grip to be like a pair of old gloves. Fits perfect every time I pick up the camera. Yes, this is a spectacularly good combination. I tried many other cases before settling on these 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! , and now I consider them part of my Q. Edited January 24, 2019 by Cartaufalous bizarre formatting Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! , and now I consider them part of my Q. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/292827-back-with-q/?do=findComment&comment=3671055'>More sharing options...
Leica Guy Posted January 25, 2019 Share #15 Posted January 25, 2019 3 hours ago, Cartaufalous said: Yes, this is a spectacularly good combination. I tried many other cases before settling on these 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! , and now I consider them part of my Q. To quote from one of the Indiana Jones movies, “You chose well.” Sorry, I cannot recall exactly which one. The RRS quick connect Arca-Swiss mount is also a winner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cartaufalous Posted January 25, 2019 Share #16 Posted January 25, 2019 1 hour ago, Infiniumguy said: To quote from one of the Indiana Jones movies, “You chose well.” Sorry, I cannot recall exactly which one. The RRS quick connect Arca-Swiss mount is also a winner. Ha! Last Crusade, "You have chosen . . . wisely." I appreciate your validation! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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