IDSworks hand grip / thumb grip for Sony RX1RIII

RX1 series are admired for delivering top-tier image quality in a compact design, which is why devoted fans are eager to invest in this latest release.

In 2025 high mega pixels are a criteria for top quality images. SONY decided to sacrifice features like a flip screen, high resolution viewfinder, and image stabilization to maintain the small size of this camera. Any accessory design that deviates from this concept is considered a failure.

Our design aim is to enable users to operate the camera single-handedly without the fear of dropping it. Visualize holding a coffee in your left hand while capturing images with your right hand and adjusting camera settings with ease due to a secure grip.

The grip and thumb rest combination enables one-handed control adjustment. The mode dial can be adjusted without flipping up the thumb grip. The back wheel remains unblocked for easy adjustment. The compensation dial can be easily adjusted with the index finger while maintaining a secure grip on the camera.

Thumb Grip design:

Our thumb grip is crafted to match the camera's indented profile precisely, ensuring a secure fit without any movement, while keeping all control dials and buttons accessible. Thumb placement is crucial, with the protruding bump designed to prevent accidental button presses.

Hand Grip design:

Creating a comfortable grip for a small camera like this poses a significant challenge. The grip must be a specific size, but there is limited space available without compromising visual balance. If the grip is too wide, the distance between the lens and the grip becomes too small for comfortable use.

Leica offers a finger loop solution that can be attached to our grip. Some users seek alternative loop options due to cost, prompting us to develop a new version.

IDSworks C-shape finger Band:

The design of this finger band has been finalized, with plans to make them more economically priced to enable users to achieve similar functionality.

Leica's design is indeed much better but more expensive to make, as there are multiple mold to be made. A cost-effective solution has been designed and is in progress. Expect availability in around a month or two.

Weight and Thickness:

The combined weight of the hand grip and thumb grip package is 47 grams. To achieve this, the base has a 3mm increase in height, requiring a special screw.

In this design, we have omitted the ARCA dove tail feature but included a 1/4-20 standard thread for attaching additional accessories if desired.

In order to add a 1/4-20 thread we utilized the height difference between the camera base and the len (~1.5mm)

Ensure that when using this 1/4-20 thread, the screw used does not extend too far and touch the lens. Use our PVC washer on the attaching screw to prevent this issue. A gap is intentionally created for visualizing the proximity of the screw to the lens bottom.

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Limited time offer

The mold for the IDSwork C-shape finger band is in progress. When you buy the full set (handgrip and thumb grip) before the launch of our C-shape finger band, you receive a complimentary C-shape finger band.

Payment is only required for shipment once ready, and we can send it to you as a complimentary gift. You may also request shipment with your next purchase.

These finger bands are compatible with our standard aluminum grip pad designed with specific threading, allowing them to also be used on your Leica grip.