Really Right Stuff Case and L bracket

[JohnJ80]

Check out this case.

http://reallyrightstuff.com/rrs/Customkititems.asp?kc=G9%2DPkg&eq=

Metal case snaps onto L bracket and protects the camera. I use L plates on all my cameras, and I intend to ski with it. This ought to provide just about the most protection and the most utility available. However, it is not cheap.

J.

http://reallyrightstuff.com/mmRRS/Images/full/G9CVR-installed.gif

[openspace]

RRS stuff is nice, but the cost is through the roof. Then again so are Arca style ballheads which is why I always use Bogen. Too bad - I like the L bracket.

[Savas K]

I like the L bracket but dislike the metal case. It's good for those who go in tough environments. Though a Pelican case can provide more shock resistance along with the protection.

[tgara]

RRS stuff is nice, but the cost is through the roof. Then again so are Arca style ballheads which is why I always use Bogen. Too bad - I like the L bracket.

The answer to this situation is to have other people buy their stuff for you. I'm thinking of an upcoming holiday..... you know, fat guy in the red suit. :lol:

Anyway, what's a couple hundred bucks on a ball head when good L lenses cost $1000+. I'm outfitting myself with a couple new lenses (24-70 f/2.8, 70-200 IS f/2.8), a new Gitzo tripod, a new flash, a new portable hard drive, etc. The RRS BH-40 is one of the least expensive items!

[openspace]

Well then... will you be my financial friend? :)

[JohnJ80]

I like the L bracket but dislike the metal case. It's good for those who go in tough environments. Though a Pelican case can provide more shock resistance along with the protection.

Exactly - tough environments. Pelican cases are not that small.

I'm interested in this for skiing - where I could easily squash the camera in a big fall. With this, I don't think it will happen.

The case, as metal, is about 2X what a Lowepro soft case would be. Obviously makes no sense if you don't need the L bracket.

J.

[Stephen Scharf]

Personally, I think it is a *great* idea....very clever, versatile and useful. RRS stuff is expensive, but it sure works well. I love the L bracket for my 1D MkII, and their clamps.

[30DChris]

LOL....+2 on the financial friend???? please.......pretty please??

[EORI]

Interesting. I'm another frequent customer of RRS, and appreciate their precision and quality products. I too have an upcoming holiday ski trip, so this idea got me thinking.

However, while the design is very clever, I also see a few downsides: 1. It adds bulk and weight to an already non-insubstantial camera; 2. The high cost, which these days would get one a decent pocketable digital p&s; and 3. Where to put the casing if one didn't want to have it hanging off the bottom of the camera. I also question the usefulness of the L bracket on a small p&s like the G7/9.

I think I'll chance my slim SD700IS for the slopes, and pack my DSLR kit for the rest of the trip.

[nutsnbolts]

I like the idea. The price is a bit steep. Then again, their stuff isn't cheap. The issue I have is that I have the custom grip on my G9. The question is, will it work with that.

[JohnJ80]

Interesting. I'm another frequent customer of RRS, and appreciate their precision and quality products. I too have an upcoming holiday ski trip, so this idea got me thinking.

However, while the design is very clever, I also see a few downsides: 1. It adds bulk and weight to an already non-insubstantial camera; 2. The high cost, which these days would get one a decent pocketable digital p&s; and 3. Where to put the casing if one didn't want to have it hanging off the bottom of the camera. I also question the usefulness of the L bracket on a small p&s like the G7/9.

I think I'll chance my slim SD700IS for the slopes, and pack my DSLR kit for the rest of the trip.

The weight and size are still much, much less than lugging my DSLR around skiing.

As for the case, put it back in the same pocket or pack, you carried it in before you started shooting.

The mechanics of stability don't change much for a P&S. It is a function of exposure and vibration.

J.

[Bryan Bedell]

That price isn't bad when you consider the expense of producing something like that for such a limited market. And Canon could come out with a differently-shaped G10 tomorrow!