Pentax KP Grip Sizes
Posted 23/03/2017 - 12:38
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RobL wrote:
I think the posts are getting muddled between the on-camera grip and the bolt-on accessory.
I agree.I think the posts are getting muddled between the on-camera grip and the bolt-on accessory.
jeallen01 wrote:
From my experience, I don't need a battery grip on my K-5 or K-3 when the 18-135 , or a similar relatively short/low-medium weight, lens is fitted - but it's a big help with both the balance and the ability to hold the combo securely when a larger/longer lens (like the 100-300 F4 or the 150-500 Sigmas) is fitted.
My earlier post comparing the MX and the K-5 were about the grip on the camera, not the extra add-on battery grip. Also my post referred to the cameras when fitted with a typical standard lens, not a huge zoom or telephoto. From my experience, I don't need a battery grip on my K-5 or K-3 when the 18-135 , or a similar relatively short/low-medium weight, lens is fitted - but it's a big help with both the balance and the ability to hold the combo securely when a larger/longer lens (like the 100-300 F4 or the 150-500 Sigmas) is fitted.
I often carry my camera using one hand and a wrist strap, and the larger built-in grip of a DSLR makes that feel more secure. When actually taking a hand-held shot, I always hold the camera/lens with two hands, and again, I find that the large built-in grip with finger slot (as on the K-5 etc.) gives a firm and secure hold. Each to his own.
Cheers.
Philip
Posted 23/03/2017 - 13:33
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Here in Singapore, we will only be getting the mid-sized grip according to the local distributor. It's a shame though.
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Posted 24/03/2017 - 04:23
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womble wrote:
As someone who regularly shoots with older film cameras I rarely find the need for any grip at all. Perhaps it was because I spent the first 25 years of my photographic "career" using an ME Super and then a MX? On the (very rare) occasions I use a bigger lens I like the grip (and, for example, fit the optional one to my LX), but generally I don't bother. I similarly find the battery grips annoying and not suited to my style.
We all have different preferences, and this solution seems a good one to me. If I was to buy a KP, I'd probably use the small grip 99% of the time.
K.
As someone who regularly shoots with older film cameras I rarely find the need for any grip at all. Perhaps it was because I spent the first 25 years of my photographic "career" using an ME Super and then a MX? On the (very rare) occasions I use a bigger lens I like the grip (and, for example, fit the optional one to my LX), but generally I don't bother. I similarly find the battery grips annoying and not suited to my style.
We all have different preferences, and this solution seems a good one to me. If I was to buy a KP, I'd probably use the small grip 99% of the time.
K.
richandfleur wrote:
I still get nostalgic/excited when I pick up a cold metal film camera, look through the massive optical viewfinder with cool split focussing screen, and smell the leather of the strap etc. There was no grip and even the shutter button was quite hard on the finger tip, but it didn't matter.
womble wrote:
As someone who regularly shoots with older film cameras I rarely find the need for any grip at all.
I often laugh at people knocking mirrorless cameras for not having a big grip, for the very reason you've written here.As someone who regularly shoots with older film cameras I rarely find the need for any grip at all.
I still get nostalgic/excited when I pick up a cold metal film camera, look through the massive optical viewfinder with cool split focussing screen, and smell the leather of the strap etc. There was no grip and even the shutter button was quite hard on the finger tip, but it didn't matter.
richandfleur wrote:
I still get nostalgic/excited when I pick up a cold metal film camera, look through the massive optical viewfinder with cool split focussing screen, and smell the leather of the strap etc. There was no grip and even the shutter button was quite hard on the finger tip, but it didn't matter.
womble wrote:
As someone who regularly shoots with older film cameras I rarely find the need for any grip at all.
I often laugh at people knocking mirrorless cameras for not having a big grip, for the very reason you've written here.As someone who regularly shoots with older film cameras I rarely find the need for any grip at all.
I still get nostalgic/excited when I pick up a cold metal film camera, look through the massive optical viewfinder with cool split focussing screen, and smell the leather of the strap etc. There was no grip and even the shutter button was quite hard on the finger tip, but it didn't matter.
johnriley wrote:
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the ergonomic one is that the heavier the camera body and lens the more grip you need
Fair enough. I'd add to that the thought that with big, heavy lenses, we really should be holding the lens, not the camera. Holding a huge telephoto by gripping the camera can put quite a strain on the mount.the ergonomic one is that the heavier the camera body and lens the more grip you need
davidtrout wrote:
I'm not convinced that a grip helps to balance the outfit when working with a heavy telephoto zoom. I'm quite comfortable handling the new D.FA*70-200mm zoom on my K3/K5/K30 despite its considerable weight without it feeling unbalanced.
As John says above you support the lens, not the camera body.
David
I agree with everybody!pgweber wrote:
Don't forget with a big grip, you look more "pro"!
(Never used or aspired to one myself).
I'm with Peter on this one. Grips add weight and if you work with two camera bodies, as I often do, weight is a consideration. The camera's built in continuous shooting mode is more than adequate for my needs.Don't forget with a big grip, you look more "pro"!
(Never used or aspired to one myself).
I'm not convinced that a grip helps to balance the outfit when working with a heavy telephoto zoom. I'm quite comfortable handling the new D.FA*70-200mm zoom on my K3/K5/K30 despite its considerable weight without it feeling unbalanced.
As John says above you support the lens, not the camera body.
David
Perhaps when gripping the camera one handed the KP does feel less secure yhan a K3 but so what? When you cradle the camera with one hand on the grip and one hand under/around the lens, as we all know we should, it's brilliant...
Cheers Jules...
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the ergonomic one is that the heavier the camera body and lens the more grip you need
I think the posts are gettting muddled between the on-camera grip and the bolt-on accessory. I haven't yet convinced myself I need the latter as an extra battery in the bag is much lighter and it's no big deal to turn the camera for portrait mode. Studio work is another matter.