Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1998/03/08
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I Wrote: >> I wonder why no one has thought to combine the Leica M Handgrip with a quick >> release. Are any of the standard quick releases close to the dimensions of >> the handgrip? Who else thinks a combined handgrip/quick release would be a >> useful accessory? Glenn wrote: > I use the metal M-GRIP by GMP Products (about $65 or so from Don > Chatterton) on an M6. The chrome color blends in well with both the > chrome and titanium finish. Thanks for the tip, Glenn. > [snip] > An additional advantage, and the major reason why I purchased the > M-Grip, is protection of the bottom plate from torque (when mounted on a > tripod) which resets the frame counter. I can't tell you how many times > that "feature" ticked me off. With the grip, the bottom plate is > protected. No frame reset. I didn't know that, thanks. > [snip] > However, the Leica model says "Leica" and is black. Both models center > the tripod/quick release screw hole in the center of the camera. Yes, but adding a quick release plate to the bottom of an M6 adds bulk. I'm not willing to add bulk just for a tripod quick release. One of the often stated advantages of the Leica M series cameras is there compact size. That is why I would like to see a combined handgrip/quick release. Art Art Searle, W2NRA, w2nra@erols.com, Lake Grove, Long Island, NY, USA 20 miles east of Nikon USA, 70 miles east of Leica USA