Does anyone need a nice grip for a Panasonic GX9? I'll send you the review copy for free and I'll cover the cost of shipping as long as you're in the U.S. If you're overseas, it would probably be cheaper just to buy one directly off eBay.
These grips are 3-D printed by a 36-year-old electrical engineer from the Czech Republic named Viacheslav Pronin. It incorporates an Arca Swiss mount. The grip is made of PETG, a glycol-modified version of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), usually used to make water bottles. The handle is hollow, which accounts for its lightness. On my gram scale which I use to measure my tea, it weighs in at 54.4g (1.92 oz.). One grip takes just over six hours to print. You can buy one from Viacheslav Pronin on eBay for $22 (shipping is free).
It's a nice grip for the GX9. I liked both the camera and the grip and I think the grip improves the camera. It makes it easier to carry and easier to handle. (You can only buy the camera with a lens in the U.S. It's a good lens, though.)
I only have the one, so the first person who asks for it gets it.
[UPDATE: Claimed, by Dana T.]
Mike
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If you haven't already given it to someone else, I could definitely use the grip for the GX9. I'm in New Jersey.
Posted by: Larry Watson | Tuesday, 16 February 2021 at 09:33 AM
I read, that you will only ship the grip in the US. I am in Canada, and am happy to pay shipping. Checked his Ebay link and it says he does not ship to Canada, unfortunately. I realize that I am "swimming upstream" on this request. Enjoy your blog, tune in often but haven't commented in ages. Keep up the good work. regards Frank
PS still haven't finished my web site but here is a link to my flickr albums. Do digital, film and alternative processing.
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Posted by: Frank Eberdt | Tuesday, 16 February 2021 at 10:21 AM
If it hasn't been claimed I would appreciate receiving it.
Posted by: Mark Gregg | Tuesday, 16 February 2021 at 06:46 PM