How useful is the multi-function grip?

[pmendelson]

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For those who have had the Leica grip for the SL or SL2 - how useful have you found it to be and did you encounter any surprising pros and cons?  For me I think the main pros would be better balance with the 90-280mm and longer battery life with two batteries, but it’s so dang expensive (for the SL2).  
 

thanks

 

peter

[FlashGordonPhotography]

I really did not like the grip on the SL. I found it an ergonomic disaster and quite uncomfortable to use. Even with the 90-280 I found I was going to the horizontal position in vertical shooting so I took it off. I tried it once or twice and it now sits in a cupboard. A regretted purchase. My SL bodies have permanently attached RRS base plates.

I have not tried the SL2 grip and I probably won’t, but it may be better. I have an RRS plate on the way.

Gordon

[pmendelson]

Thank you - just the kind of feedback I was looking for - I think I will give it a pass and just stick with the RRS L-plate. 

[Jeff S]

I comfortably hand hold the SL2 and 90-280, with no accessories (and tripod foot removed).  It balances well, despite size and weight.  An extra battery fits in easily in my pocket.  Never tried the grip; no need.

Jeff

[Photoworks]

the RRS is great for me, with big hands you get better grip and support