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niblue · 01-11-2019, 09:11 AM

One of the things I really like about the K1 is how much it reminds me of my Z1p. To make it handle even more like the Z1p I'd really like to get a grip strap for it - similar to the original Pentax one I have on my Z1p:

Any recommendations for a decent 3rd party item that works well with the K1? I've tried one that I already had for one of my other DSLR's but it's too flimsy to work on the K1 (and I don't think the K1 battery grip is going to be useful for me).

**aslyfox** · 01-11-2019, 10:06 AM

don't have a K 1 but I use a Joby Ultrafit Hand Strap and Ultra Plate:

" Hand strap and universal baseplate for DSLR cameras
Comfortable, lightweight strap conforms to hand for solid grip
UltraFit Layered-Pad Technology™ provides support without bulk
Integrated UltraPlate baseplate is Arca-Swiss compatible
Versatile baseplate includes two 1/4''-20 attachment points
Supports sling strap or other camera accessory "

https://joby.com/us-en/ultrafit-hand-strap-with-ultraplate-jb01277-bww/

don't know why that wouldn't work with a K 1

niblue · 01-11-2019, 10:26 AM

Thanks - that looks good and I think that baseplate will work on my tripod head, so have ordered one!

**pepperberry farm** · 01-11-2019, 10:36 AM

I know Peak Designs has one and if they are as good as their Slide straps, they're worth considering...

**aslyfox** · 01-11-2019, 10:40 AM

Originally posted by niblue

Thanks - that looks good and I think that baseplate will work on my tripod head, so have ordered one!

hope it works, please let us know how you like it.

some folks warn about the top strap coming loose, I back thread it and then put a half hitch knot on it

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garywakeling · 01-11-2019, 11:59 AM

Just looking at the joby reviews, perhaps use their bottom plate and take the pentax handstrap from your Z1 to make a frankenstein version

Bengan · 01-13-2019, 01:10 PM

Have a look at the Peak Design Clutch. It's great and can be used together with the Slide sling strap

niblue · 01-14-2019, 11:47 AM

I've got the Joby strap now and it's pretty decent. Not quite as nice as a dedicated one like there is for the Z1p, but not bad at all.

**aslyfox** · 01-14-2019, 12:13 PM

Originally posted by niblue

I've got the Joby strap now and it's pretty decent. Not quite as nice as a dedicated one like there is for the Z1p, but not bad at all.

glad to help out

consider posting a review of it once you have had a chance to try it out

Joby Joby Ultrafit Hand Strap and Ultra Plate reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

**john7147** · 01-14-2019, 06:00 PM

Check camdapter.com. They are great, have one on each; K-1, K-5, K-20D !

DogLover · 02-11-2019, 05:32 PM

Originally posted by john7147

Check camdapter.com. They are great, have one on each; K-1, K-5, K-20D !

I'll second this. I've also been using them for years and already have one on my brand-new K-1 II. Baseplate is beefy metal, not plastic.

niblue · 02-12-2019, 09:49 AM

The Joby also has a metal baseplate and while it's not quite as good as a dedicated grip-strap like is on my Z1p it's still pretty good.

Kingman · 02-28-2019, 10:06 PM

I second the Clutch by Peak Design. I have the first generation one and it on my K1 all the time. I also use their ARCA plate to attached the other end of the Clutch and still can quickly attach the body to a tripod with the Peak Design Clutch still attached.

01-11-2019, 09:11 AM	#1
niblue Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Posts: 181	K1 Grip Strap One of the things I really like about the K1 is how much it reminds me of my Z1p. To make it handle even more like the Z1p I'd really like to get a grip strap for it - similar to the original Pentax one I have on my Z1p: Any recommendations for a decent 3rd party item that works well with the K1? I've tried one that I already had for one of my other DSLR's but it's too flimsy to work on the K1 (and I don't think the K1 battery grip is going to be useful for me).

01-11-2019, 10:06 AM	#2
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,583	don't have a K 1 but I use a Joby Ultrafit Hand Strap and Ultra Plate: " Hand strap and universal baseplate for DSLR cameras Comfortable, lightweight strap conforms to hand for solid grip UltraFit Layered-Pad Technology™ provides support without bulk Integrated UltraPlate baseplate is Arca-Swiss compatible Versatile baseplate includes two 1/4''-20 attachment points Supports sling strap or other camera accessory " https://joby.com/us-en/ultrafit-hand-strap-with-ultraplate-jb01277-bww/ don't know why that wouldn't work with a K 1 Last edited by aslyfox; 01-11-2019 at 10:13 AM.

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01-11-2019, 10:26 AM	#3
niblue Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Posts: 181 Original Poster	Thanks - that looks good and I think that baseplate will work on my tripod head, so have ordered one!

01-11-2019, 10:36 AM	#4
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,778	I know Peak Designs has one and if they are as good as their Slide straps, they're worth considering...

01-11-2019, 11:59 AM	#6
garywakeling Moderator Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,774	Just looking at the joby reviews, perhaps use their bottom plate and take the pentax handstrap from your Z1 to make a frankenstein version

01-13-2019, 01:10 PM	#7
Bengan Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stockholm Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,767	Have a look at the Peak Design Clutch. It's great and can be used together with the Slide sling strap

01-14-2019, 11:47 AM	#8
niblue Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Posts: 181 Original Poster	I've got the Joby strap now and it's pretty decent. Not quite as nice as a dedicated one like there is for the Z1p, but not bad at all.

01-14-2019, 12:13 PM	#9
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,583	Originally posted by niblue I've got the Joby strap now and it's pretty decent. Not quite as nice as a dedicated one like there is for the Z1p, but not bad at all. glad to help out consider posting a review of it once you have had a chance to try it out Joby Joby Ultrafit Hand Strap and Ultra Plate reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

01-14-2019, 06:00 PM	#10
john7147 Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: OHIO Posts: 10	Check camdapter.com. They are great, have one on each; K-1, K-5, K-20D !

02-11-2019, 05:32 PM	#11
DogLover Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2,054	Originally posted by john7147 Check camdapter.com. They are great, have one on each; K-1, K-5, K-20D ! I'll second this. I've also been using them for years and already have one on my brand-new K-1 II. Baseplate is beefy metal, not plastic.

02-12-2019, 09:49 AM	#12
niblue Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Posts: 181 Original Poster	The Joby also has a metal baseplate and while it's not quite as good as a dedicated grip-strap like is on my Z1p it's still pretty good.

02-28-2019, 10:06 PM	#13
Kingman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: North Texas Posts: 199	I second the Clutch by Peak Design. I have the first generation one and it on my K1 all the time. I also use their ARCA plate to attached the other end of the Clutch and still can quickly attach the body to a tripod with the Peak Design Clutch still attached.

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