Pentax KP Grip Sizes

Elliot · 02-25-2017, 07:42 AM - **1 Like**

This is 6400 at 1/25 second that I took earlier this morning. I will replace or augment it later, but it is an untouched JPG with "P" setting using the new 55-300 PLM lens. This could be a beautiful friendship.

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bobmaxja · 02-25-2017, 08:20 AM

Wow, I want this KP now with that lens. Could be the best traveling package.

**mikesbike** · 02-25-2017, 01:50 PM

I love the idea of the three grip sizes. Very unique! I'm ok with the screw, since the design, though sleek, with those knobs etc sort of has a somewhat old fashioned sturdy nuts-and-bolts look anyway, and the screw is recessed. The medium size would be good with most zoom lenses, while the large might serve better for large size lenses and docks with the optional battery grip. The small one appears to be ideal for the compact Limited primes. And these particular side view shots, especially with the small grip, reveal a very slim overall design!

gm4life · 02-26-2017, 08:08 AM

Originally posted by derrenhodson

The small grip is attached to the camera in the box.

---------- Post added 02-25-17 at 12:24 AM ----------

Thanks for the link, if they had included something like that in the hand grip colour, that would have been great. I forgot to mention the hand grip material feels very good sort of rubbery.

Thanks for the reply. I will be using the small grip on mine primarily I think.

wodawprorszku · 02-27-2017, 11:25 PM

I think this is not only about the ergonomics. Think of offering golden grips that would attract some Arabian sheiks. Or wooden stylish one for hipsters. I see here an endless possibilities to extend the target group for this camera

Sandy Hancock · 02-27-2017, 11:57 PM

I hope the Australian shipment lands soon. Excited.
Now to think about the PLM version vs my current HD55-300....

derrenhodson · 02-28-2017, 12:48 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

I hope the Australian shipment lands soon. Excited.
Now to think about the PLM version vs my current HD55-300....

Bought the 55-300 PLM with my KP, it is super quick focusing, silent and has excellent IQ, I highly recommend this lens.

**smrk** · 02-28-2017, 01:25 PM

Can the camera be used without the grip at all?

What does it look like without?

I ask thinking about my old Spotmatic/K1000 and the way it looked / felt in the hand without a grip at all.

Not a Number · 02-28-2017, 06:57 PM - **1 Like**

apete · 03-01-2017, 02:56 AM

Originally posted by smrk

Can the camera be used without the grip at all?

What does it look like without?

No, it cannot. There is a photo on this page: Hands-on with Ricoh's compact Pentax KP - InternetPhotographyClasses.com

**Skodadriver** · 03-01-2017, 03:21 AM

Have Ricoh missed a trick with the battery grip? Maybe something could be included in the grip to augment the camera performance.

**sibyrnes** · 03-02-2017, 08:32 PM - **1 Like**

The compact size of the KP is one of the main reasons I got one, so I thought I would be happy to leave the small grip on it. After experimenting with the three grips included with the camera, I decided the middle one was the best choice for me. The largest would be best with long, heavy lens, but I think the middle one is a good compromise that still maintains the compact size of the camera but provides a good "hold" on things.

RubyT · 03-03-2017, 04:07 AM

Middle one for me, too. I have fairly small hands, but I wanted just a bit more curve for when I grab the camera to pick it up.

Sandy Hancock · 03-03-2017, 04:30 AM

I actually liked the minimal grip on my K-01, so I expect I'll stick with the small one on the KP with small primes. We'll see.
I can only imagine using the big grip if I get the battery grip for event shooting with f/2.8 zooms.

**beachgardener** · 03-03-2017, 04:37 AM

I would imagine the middle size grip for using lenses the size and weight of the 31 and 77

02-25-2017, 01:50 PM	#18
mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,547	I love the idea of the three grip sizes. Very unique! I'm ok with the screw, since the design, though sleek, with those knobs etc sort of has a somewhat old fashioned sturdy nuts-and-bolts look anyway, and the screw is recessed. The medium size would be good with most zoom lenses, while the large might serve better for large size lenses and docks with the optional battery grip. The small one appears to be ideal for the compact Limited primes. And these particular side view shots, especially with the small grip, reveal a very slim overall design! Last edited by mikesbike; 02-25-2017 at 02:01 PM.

02-28-2017, 12:48 PM - 1 Like	#22
derrenhodson Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Posts: 37 Original Poster	55-300 PLM is Amazing! Originally posted by Sandy Hancock I hope the Australian shipment lands soon. Excited. Now to think about the PLM version vs my current HD55-300.... Bought the 55-300 PLM with my KP, it is super quick focusing, silent and has excellent IQ, I highly recommend this lens.

03-01-2017, 03:21 AM	#26
Skodadriver Site Supporter Join Date: May 2015 Location: Hampshire Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 892	Have Ricoh missed a trick with the battery grip? Maybe something could be included in the grip to augment the camera performance. Last edited by Skodadriver; 03-02-2017 at 11:46 PM. Reason: Mistaken comment

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gm4life Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Posts: 602	Originally posted by derrenhodson The small grip is attached to the camera in the box. ---------- Post added 02-25-17 at 12:24 AM ---------- Thanks for the link, if they had included something like that in the hand grip colour, that would have been great. I forgot to mention the hand grip material feels very good sort of rubbery. Thanks for the reply. I will be using the small grip on mine primarily I think.

02-27-2017, 11:25 PM	#20
wodawprorszku New Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 8	I think this is not only about the ergonomics. Think of offering golden grips that would attract some Arabian sheiks. Or wooden stylish one for hipsters. I see here an endless possibilities to extend the target group for this camera

02-27-2017, 11:57 PM	#21
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,267	I hope the Australian shipment lands soon. Excited. Now to think about the PLM version vs my current HD55-300....

02-28-2017, 01:25 PM	#23
smrk Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 113	Can the camera be used without the grip at all? What does it look like without? I ask thinking about my old Spotmatic/K1000 and the way it looked / felt in the hand without a grip at all.

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Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,525

03-01-2017, 02:56 AM	#25
apete Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Posts: 249	Originally posted by smrk Can the camera be used without the grip at all? What does it look like without? No, it cannot. There is a photo on this page: Hands-on with Ricoh's compact Pentax KP - InternetPhotographyClasses.com

03-02-2017, 08:32 PM - 1 Like	#27
sibyrnes Site Supporter Join Date: May 2016 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 447	The compact size of the KP is one of the main reasons I got one, so I thought I would be happy to leave the small grip on it. After experimenting with the three grips included with the camera, I decided the middle one was the best choice for me. The largest would be best with long, heavy lens, but I think the middle one is a good compromise that still maintains the compact size of the camera but provides a good "hold" on things.

03-03-2017, 04:07 AM	#28
RubyT Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: TN Photos: Gallery Posts: 621	Middle one for me, too. I have fairly small hands, but I wanted just a bit more curve for when I grab the camera to pick it up.

03-03-2017, 04:30 AM	#29
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,267	I actually liked the minimal grip on my K-01, so I expect I'll stick with the small one on the KP with small primes. We'll see. I can only imagine using the big grip if I get the battery grip for event shooting with f/2.8 zooms.

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03-03-2017, 04:37 AM	#30
beachgardener Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,842	I would imagine the middle size grip for using lenses the size and weight of the 31 and 77