Anyone tried using Gariz half-cases with Black Rapid system?

[22Tango]

The darnest thing - I have Gariz half-cases on both the X100S and the X-Pro1. The cases attach to the cameras via the tripod screw on the camera - but they provide a tripod screw of their own (more centrally located, as well). I've wanted to use these tripod screw on the base of the cases to attach a Black Rapid wrist-strap and/or camera strap. I can't get the Fasten-R to mount on the tripod sockets in the Gariz cases. Oddly enough, if I remove the case - I can attach the Black Rapid fasten-r directly to the camera. I was under the impression that the Gariz cases have standard tripod screws, but it doesn't appear to be the case?

The X100S case has a gun-shot hook at the bottom of the plate and I could always use that with the Black Rapid straps. But the X-Pro1 case... does not have this mechanism, so one needs to use the tripod screw. Except the fasten-r seems too big for the tripod screw on the case (though perfectly sized for the screw on the camera itself.

Anyone had any experience with these? Thanks...

 

[beespeckled]

I have the Gariz 1/2 case for my X10 and use a BR SnapR35 case for it. The Case came with the wrist strap attachment, so I can just unsnap from the SnapR case lanyard and snap on the wrist strap accessory if needed. However, I haven't tried the camera on a tripod, so don't know if the Gariz extra tripod hole is going to be a problem for a tripod quick release mount.

 

[abrigneti]

I have the same case on the X-E1. First time I tried to use it's tripod screw I thought it could not be used, or the size was wrong, but it was just not precise enough, it does work but you need to force it quite a bit.

Strange that such an apparent quality product has no precision on the size of the tripod hole..

 

[maxdance]

My X-E1 Garitz half-case has a Manfrotto tripod quick-release plate permanently attached, so it appears that they do have a standard tripod screw size. I’m not familiar with the Black Rapid attachment so can’t comment on that.

 

[Travelshooter]

Didn't work for me ... the BlackRapid attachment and the Gariz for X Pro 1.... threads don't match. I returned it to the vendor who was well aware of the issue for refund. I'm using the X pro with a Fuji grip, Black Rapid attachment and a Nikon Korea II handgrip.

http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/51527198



Since the original post I've returned to the original triangle clip on the top lug as more comfortable.

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[22Tango]

That's the conclusion I've reached, the Gariz tripod screws are not standard. I've tried attaching the Black Rapid Fasten-R and it just won't go in; I've used force (not TOO much), the things are just not the same size. Oddly, the Black Rapid fits like a glove on the camera's tripod screw (after removing the case). BTW, I also have a Manfrotto plate, and same thing - it just won't go into the Gariz case. I'm attaching photos to describe the issue... First, with the case on:


You can see the gap between the rubber washer and the base of the Gariz case... the screw only goes partially in.

Next, with the case OFF:


Flush fit... as it should be! I didn't tighten it to the point where the washer expands, as it should, but I have the ability to do so.

It's a shame because I love the case... but I will have to contact the vendor for a refund. Or a replacement - if they can guarantee the tripod screw on the next one will be a standard one (as apparently they are able to produce, judging by the other poster's picture with the Manfrotto plate attached!). Thanks to all.

 

[Jim Evidon]

Did anyone consider going to a hardware store and buying a thread tap to correct the Garitz threads?