Matt Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Hi, I have made a handle for the GH2 which I would like to make available to other people. Please take a look at my website [url="http://www.lowkeyhandles.com"]www.lowkeyhandles.com[/url] if you are interested in more info. Thanks [img]http://www.eoshd.com/comments/uploads/inline/14043/5012bd4ade0d0_LowkeyhandlesGH2.jpg[/img] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvpglabs Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Cool! I think you should post some pics of the camera in hand to show how the fingers fall against the controls of the camera with your new handle attached. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 28, 2012 Author Share Posted July 28, 2012 Great idea. Here are some more pics. (Not the best pics, taken with a phone, just wanted to post asap) [img]http://www.eoshd.com/comments/uploads/inline/14043/50142740293e5_LKH_GH2_1.jpg[/img][img]http://www.eoshd.com/comments/uploads/inline/14043/5014276b8d3f1_LKH_GH2_2.jpg[/img][img]http://www.eoshd.com/comments/uploads/inline/14043/501427b47d82e_LKH_GH2_3.jpg[/img][img]http://www.eoshd.com/comments/uploads/inline/14043/5014283e50398_LKH_GH2_4.jpg[/img][img]http://www.eoshd.com/comments/uploads/inline/14043/5014285d0e07f_LKH_GH2_5.jpg[/img] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernesto Mantaras Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 I kinda like this, but I think it would be much better if somebody made this type of handle but in a horizontal placement, so the camera could be operated like a camcorder. I miss the stability I had with my HV40 (and I have to say it was comfortable too), with my forearm supporting the weight rather than my wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sicovdplas Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 How much are they? These look sweet, any way to make them out of wood or cover them in rubber for more hand friendly operating? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcuswolschon Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 [quote name='charlie_orozco' timestamp='1343512658' post='14690'] I kinda like this, but I think it would be much better if somebody made this type of handle but in a horizontal placement, so the camera could be operated like a camcorder. I miss the stability I had with my HV40 (and I have to say it was comfortable too), with my forearm supporting the weight rather than my wrist. [/quote] I think the GH2 is too high for that. If you support the weight with your wrist, you can't reach the buttons on the top anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 31, 2012 Author Share Posted July 31, 2012 The first 10 I'm selling for £99 or $149.99 including free shipping. The cost is to recoup some of the outlay and to be able to develop the handle further. If the handle is not right for you I will give a refund. I will use PayPal to request and to return money if needed. So all very simple. All you have to pay for is the return shipping cost. About $33 for the States. Plus for being involved from the start if and as the handle evolves I will supply the first 10 people with 2 more versions at just above cost as a thank you. There's plenty more info on the little website I made [url="http://www.lowkeyhandles.com"]www.lowkeyhandles.com[/url] Please take a look. You can see the handle, baseplate etc. in more detail. And yes I am looking at doing wood and yes I'm looking at doing a handle with a rubberised finish but it all takes time. You can use the handle with or without the strap. Depends on how secure you want to feel. Regards, Matt [url="http://www.lowkeyhandles.com"]www.lowkeyhandles.com[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 8, 2012 Author Share Posted August 8, 2012 Hmmm not as much interest as I would like. Not sure why, maybe people could enlighten me? Is it due to cost, the imminent arrival of the GH3 or something else? I'm going to drop the cost to £69.99 or $99.99 (if you are in the States). Regards, Matt [url="http://www.lowkeyhandles.com"]www.lowkeyhandles.com[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOONGOAT Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Cost. Necessity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuickHitRecord Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 I applaud your innovation. This is a problem with this camera for many users but it's a bit late in the game in the lifecycle of this camera (since the GH3 is supposedly right around the corner). I have been using one of these: [url="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/774435-REG/Dot_Line_DL_0308_Right_Angle_Flash_Bracket.html"]http://www.bhphotovi...sh_Bracket.html[/url] Though I cannot hit the record button easily, I can wrap by hand all the way around it and I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spreeni Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 Hello, nice idea! Is it correct that the handle is only fixed by one tripod screw? Isn't there a stability problem (no need to be fixed at a second point?) If the handle is mounted, where can I mount a tripod plate? And, what's the price for delivering to germany? Thank you Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nahua Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 Matt, Just like QuickHitRecord stated, this is late in the game. And besides I got the Japanese pistol grip that Andrew reviewed way back last year. That plus a nice monopod brace arm and I have a very good stabilized mini-run-n-gun setup. I never use the camera like how you position the grip. I think if I was taking photos, this would be amazing. But I shoot mostly video, so I need something more. And unfortunately, the GH3 is around the corner and it will have a battery grip as an accessory. That might be more than enough for some people. Don't get me wrong, I like your product. I do wish you well and I hope other people see the need for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted September 1, 2012 Author Share Posted September 1, 2012 Hi Frank, I find no stability problems. The handle touches the GH2 so helps restrict movement. I enclose two types of mounting screws. One is for use with a tripod. I'll send you a photo. Send me your address via a message on the forum and we will work out the exact delivery cost. As I say on my website any problems just return the handle. Regards, Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spreeni Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Hello Matt, thanks for your reply. Unfortunately my plans of buying a GH2 seems to be cancelled because the GH2 model isn't available at any dealer or even at Panasonic-Europe anymore. I think I have to wait for GH3. I really see no reason why they stop the production of a well demanded model weeks before the new one is available. What kind of marketing is that? Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirk Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Frank, I bought a GH2 (replacing one I accidently dropped on saturday :angry: ) yesterday from Scandinavian Photo. Some European dealers still have a few if you search a little Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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