Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Micro Clutch Hand Strap - Black
Average customer rating
3.9
(157 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 157 reviews
5 Stars
74
4 Stars
37
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
14
1 Star
11
75%of customers recommend this product.
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89 out of
118)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Micro Clutch Hand Strap - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great improvement in regular clutch
on August 4, 2023
Posted by: RoxFox
from Netherlands
Great grip and size, base is flat (of course it is, but I like it that there's the option, without tripod plate, to use the clutch without the bump of the old plate or anchor, works better with PD strap as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
PD Micro Clutch.... Just awesome!
on August 4, 2023
Posted by: Ianmattphotography
from Southampton UK
I received my L-plate micro clutch direct from the Kickstarter campaign... And man, it is fantastic!
I honestly can't tell you how long I've waited for exactly this product. As a professional street photographer, I "run and gun" with my trusty Fuji X-T5 in hand as I need it to be ready at a moment's notice. Having tried many "hand strap" options in the past, I was SO desperate for a compact, effective solution which would allow me to keep a firm grip on the camera, while allowing my hand to relax, AND full access to the buttons/dials. The PD Micro Clutch does just that. Honestly, it's like the guys at PD were listening in to the thoughts of street photographers everywhere.
It's light, compact, compliments the camera, and most importantly is super easy to install and use.
Well done PD, awesome job!
I honestly can't tell you how long I've waited for exactly this product. As a professional street photographer, I "run and gun" with my trusty Fuji X-T5 in hand as I need it to be ready at a moment's notice. Having tried many "hand strap" options in the past, I was SO desperate for a compact, effective solution which would allow me to keep a firm grip on the camera, while allowing my hand to relax, AND full access to the buttons/dials. The PD Micro Clutch does just that. Honestly, it's like the guys at PD were listening in to the thoughts of street photographers everywhere.
It's light, compact, compliments the camera, and most importantly is super easy to install and use.
Well done PD, awesome job!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Quality PD Product, Minor Glitch
on August 4, 2023
Posted by: phos1
from Huntsville, AL
My Micro Clutch arrived the day before we departed for a weeklong trip where I could only take my Lumix ZS70, not my MFT gear. Installation was somewhat disfunctional, especially attaching split ring to the eyelet. This was not a Micro Clutch design, well, maybe, flaw, but the weird design of the ZS70’s eyelets. They are not protruding, but flush and horizontal.
I exclusively utilize Manfrotto quick release system, so the included Arca-Swiss plate was tossed in my “junk” drawer. PD, if you’re listening, add the Manfrotto plate as an option.
I put the product to a test for six days and found it great to work with; no complaints!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Not good for xpro3
on August 4, 2023
Posted by: Zbujenka
from Tokyo Japan
I like the quality of the product and the installation was easy enough. Compared to the original clutch, I feel that the finger loop does not provide a secure enough grip for me on the xpro3. Also, the bottom plate blocks the back screen so that it only opens part way.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Peak DesignBy PD Team, PD Team, August 11, 2023
Thank you for the feedback and sorry for the frustration here! The X PRO 3 is a body that we tested in house and confirmed compatibility with. If you are finding that the fit & feel of the Micro Clutch is not quite where you'd prefer it, we'd recommend taking a look at this help article and the video linked in it for all the ProTips we have put together for install and adjustments to fine tune the fit for your hand and camera set up! https://pkdsn.com/mc-install-adjust
If that doesn't do the trick either, please do not hesitate to reach out to our support team at info@peakdesign.com. When you submit your request, please provide a number of photos and /or videos of your set up and the details of what is not quite working for you so that our team can have as much info as possible to troubleshoot with you!
If that doesn't do the trick either, please do not hesitate to reach out to our support team at info@peakdesign.com. When you submit your request, please provide a number of photos and /or videos of your set up and the details of what is not quite working for you so that our team can have as much info as possible to troubleshoot with you!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Good for small to medium size cameras
on August 4, 2023
Posted by: Mike1943
from Boston
I bought his primarily for a Sony Alpha 7C, which is a small "full-frame" camera that's about the size of a typical consumer mirrorless or DSLR camera, and it's fine. It allows me to get taht controls on the top and back while using three fingers to hold the camera. I tried it on buy larger, heavier Sony a7R5 with a typical zoom lens and it was difficult to hold the camera securely.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Overall, it does the job advertised.
on August 5, 2023
Posted by: Jeff
from Los Angeles
I kickstarted the micro clutch and after about a month of use, I can safely say that it was worth it for me. I didn’t arrive at that conclusion overnight though. In fact, I was ready to return it. But after watching a video on adjusting the strap, I finally got it feeling terrific on my A7II. And now, it’s almost second nature. Some times I don’t even need my neck strap and I feel safe doing so.
I would say the biggest gripe I have is the silly decision to use a proprietary tool that is “hidden” within the base plate to unscrew it. I can never get enough leverage with it as the main part is too shallow and always ends up coming out as in turning. WHY they didn’t just go with a hex tool like the rest of their products baffles me. What was the thinking behind this choice?
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Solid design - slight chaffing
on August 5, 2023
Posted by: Matti
from Chicago, IL
Bought this via kickstarter and overall it’s great. Easy to install and simple to use. My only issue is it slightly rubs against the inside of the space between my index finger and middle finger. I’m using it on a Nikon Z8, so this could be the result of a larger camera body.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
This works really well with my Fujifolm X100V
on August 5, 2023
Posted by: threeshoes
from Dorset, UK
I bought the Micro Clutch primarily for my X100V. It is quicker to slip on and off than my wrist strap, but it feels just as secure. It's small, light and fits the camera well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design