No substitute for a handle and only manageable value

First things first, the actual product: The half-bag is properly processed and in my version is also nothing about. Therefore, everything is in this regard can be expected in order and at the price also. A positive feature is that, is covered with an embossed fabric (leather?) The top of the half-shell, ie which is in direct connection to the camera bottom. On the one hand as the camera bottom is not scratched, and the connection is very stable, since even the smallest irregularities may not be noticeable. The combination of camera and half-bag so does not wobble and has no game. It is also possible to open the battery compartment, without getting hurt or unscrew the half-pocket. However, there is no right or only barely Game found. When the shutter "bombproof" attracts, then is possibly the bracket minimal way, in case enough halt "tight" also. Who should interfere for the price already, however, should take the purchase distance. Manufacturing tolerances or not, but for the price I expect at least this respect a sophisticated solution. At this point I would deduct therefore already a half to one star.

Whether the bottom panel made of solid aluminum is or should be or how here consists of several layers, which are not all made of aluminum flat, is an excellent point of contention. With regard to the price, you could certainly expect a solid plate, where the manufacturer possibly lists the weight of argument and the one so yes a couple could save grams ... Of course, if the various layers are not glued clean, then I can the displeasure of buyer understand and in a solid plate it would not have been a problem. At this point I then subtract another half or whole star. For the price I expected a "massive" solution and the sandwich construction gets a bad aftertaste in the sense of "plastic" is probably cheaper to procure than aluminum and ultimately the profit margin for the manufacturer greater.

With regard to the actual use value you have to be clear in that it is a half-pocket. The protection function is now manageable and it goes more in the direction of fashion accessories. Which in itself nothing must be bad indeed, as long as you (or woman) can afford or want. Much more remains namely not left ... The tripod mounting hole is in fact housed either in the optical axis (keyword panorama assist) still in the middle of the long side. In the latter case would be at least the "eye" made in view of the fashionable accessory satisfy. Unfortunately, the leather is relatively smooth and Gariz has decided to tie the half-bag tightly to the camera body. So if you have played with the idea that one hereby possibly has a better grip, which has to look elsewhere. From my perspective Gariz has missed an opportunity here and an incorporated handle or grip would have at least given me an added value. Another opportunity that has not been used, the integration of an Arca-Swiss profile would have been.

The fold-out bar is good if you want to use, for example, other accessories of Gariz Gariz 'Gun-Shot' carabiner hook for holding and ergonomic carrying your camera, Camera straps / shoulder belts / camera strap (XA-SH1 or XA SH1N) ... (powered by SIOCORE). For owners of alternative solutions such as Sniper Strap The Pro camera strap (steel rope, ball bearing screw connection) he is black but not required and provides no added value.

On a positive note, the screw bracket can be replaced and the Gariz mitliefert a corresponding screw. Then, eliminating at least the criticism to the possibly projecting bracket which open the light and close the battery door possibly hindered. Also I welcome that Gariz mitliefert a kind anthers, in which the Fujifilm X-E1 fits in with the half-pocket. Became certainly no noble bag, but better than nothing.

To remain at the end left only three stars. It is a beautiful accessory with limited added value and the price not appropriate materials and workmanship.

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