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Top recommended grip and thumb rest for Fujifilm X-Pro3 users?

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I finally pulled the trigger on a used Dura Black X-Pro3 for my trip to Tokyo next month but honestly im terrified of dropping it. The body is so much slicker than I expected and my hands are kinda on the larger side so it just feels like it wants to slide right out of my palm whenever I walk around with it.

Ive been looking into some options and I saw the official Fujifilm MHG-XPRO3 grip but then I read some forum posts saying it adds too much weight and makes the camera feel bulky which kinda defeats the purpose of the X-Pro series right? I also looked at the Lensmate thumb rest because everyone says its the gold standard but then I saw a couple people complaining that it makes reaching the back dial a huge pain or it might scratch the hot shoe mount over time. I really need to get this sorted before I leave in three weeks because I dont want to be fumbling with my gear in the middle of Shinjuku.

My budget is about 150 bucks for both the grip and the thumb rest if possible. Should I just stick with the official stuff or is there some third party brand like Squarehood or JJC that actually feels better in the hand? I just want it to feel secure without ruining the look of the camera...


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I would suggest looking closely at the weight specs before you commit to the official Fujifilm grip. Adding nearly 100g to the body might make the camera feel unbalanced during long walks in Tokyo. You should also be careful with the Dura Black finish since it shows friction marks more than the standard paint.


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