i like it alot

Yes, I like the simplicity and lack of pretense. Nice one.

Btw, I've used a Gariz on my X100 for the last couple weeks. I've got a Ciesta leather on my X10. They are worlds apart. Now that I own both, I wish I hadn't cheaped out and bought the Ciesta. The Gariz beats it hands down in both quality and utility.

They also have one for X10 but they really need to make one that has separate tripod screw so you can keep the case on.

EDIT: Was wondering whether it is possible to replace the screw with a tripod screw....

WilzWorkz7 said:

lsl7994 said:

They also have one for X10 but they really need to make one that has separate tripod screw so you can keep the case on.

EDIT: Was wondering whether it is possible to replace the screw with a tripod screw....

+1. That was my first impression too.

And if this is plastic, then is paying this more than a leather worth it?

they emphasize it's hand pour not normal factory made. hence higher price. lol.

Why are some people on here so negative? It's like a forum disease. You judge things before you touch/use/own it. And I'm not just talking about this case. Frankly, that's just sad.

Anyways, so for $30 you can only get synthetic leather cases. A close comparison would be the horusbennu case. I bought that case and the quality was very poor. I will upload some pics later before I send it back for a refund.

The JB case does not feel plasticky. Something more of a blend with rubber like the interior of a $30k+ car. It's sturdy but still a bit flexible. It does look and feel hand poured because it's more flawless, seemless and textured compared to a mass machine made product. None of those cheap molding lines of plastic jutting out. I was concern it was just a piece of plastic at first too but as soon as you see and feel it in person those doubts are gone. Also it's made here in the US so shipping was a lot faster. It's kind of nice knowing it's not outsourced like everything else in America and it's produced by fellow x100 enthusiasts like ourselves. I'm hoping these guys get the support they need so they can improve on their next products. Then we can get quality products that are based directly on our feedback. I honestly would pay $50 for this case if I was looking at it in stores. And this is their first attempt at a case. $30 is a freakin deal, less than a tank of gas. Come on people.

Honestly I'm not sure what the material is. It's definitely not your everyday household plastic and does not share the same negative connotation. I just wanted to address that the "hand poured" claim was more than just a big corporate marketing scheme and that the price is an undervalue for the quality of the product. I also got a response from JB camera design saying that they are working on a tripod screw and will keep me posted.

Below are photos of the Horusbennu half case.
First photo, looks like a great case.



Second photo, looks like it was painted by a kid in a sweat shop. They need to get more skillful kids. Chocolate cake?


Third photo, the case adds a whole 1cm to the size of your camera. That was the dealbreaker for me.

This is actually the only case I would consider buying. I'm familiar with the material, my boots are very similar. However, the lensmate thumb grip has my cash first.

and i think the 1cm extra is down to the tripod screw with loops for a strap and thread for a tripod

http://www.amazon.com/Bogs-Mens-Journeyman-Waterproof-Black/dp/B00598J568/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331049720&sr=8-1

Same here. I ordered both the jb and horus to try out, just like the jb one better. Now I'm using an old tripod adapter screw on it with the loop. Makes it easier to take on/off without the need for a coin. And I can attach something to it, not sure what yet. Maybe a lens cap on a string?

@mattmaber yeah i agree. The material is definitely something you would have to feel first to know whether or not you'll like it. Not like leather or synthetic leather, which are easier to guess. In a way it's a little risk and it might not be for everybody. But I would just return it if that's the case. I thought I would actually be returning the JB case instead of the Horus because I'm not a fan of plastic or silicon but I ended up liking it.

@p3t3or the bottom of the boot does look like the same material. haha. I actually have my eye on this thumb grip. I wanted one that will still allow me to attach my ef20.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/110780379228?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

even the flash will fire, there will not be TTL for EF20.

@lsl7994 so it will fire the flash? I had been led to understand it wouldn't. Are you sure?

@purethanol I asked about it on here and was told no thumbs up are about that will fire the flash. could be wrong tho. if its not ttl thats fine, I use an ebay cheapee wireless trigger and receiver.

@purethanol ah maybe. the ebay page doesn't mention flash working.

Well you'll be able to use it for other coldshoe things like a bubble level but I'm not sure i see the point
my thumb grip doesn't have the shoe on it. I just take mine off if i use the flash. its a bit annoying but nothing major.

that's right. what i meant is even if it can flash, ttl will not work. that defeats the purpose of having EF20/42. maybe you can put a remote trigger on that and use a 3rd party flash. :)

I have the JB Camera Design case and it's great. Like some of the reviews I read it does have a little flex on each side of the case which makes the case feel loose. All I did was take was use some of the blue tac non-marring adhesive (from Staples) and put a very small piece on each side of the case and now the case feels as solid as a rock with no flex and I can easily take the case off and put on the tripod. The blue tac adds just enough friction and is non-marring. When you put the case back on just give it a squeeze and you're done: super solid again.

not tacky at all. I wish the right side were more rigid, but that's mostly a problem caused by the card opening/lens gap/screen placement. Overall a very good & practical product at what seems a relatively reasonable price for something not mass produced.

chemically smelly at first, however, due to the freshness of the casting, but they are very upfront about that and it passes off within a few days. I went with the black, but I'm a classic-look kind of guy.

I may end up getting the black, since I can't be sure of the brown hue. I would like a slight burgundy brown color actually. lol

I received the JB brown case on Friday. I am happy with the fit and finish. The texture of the grip feels fine in my hand as well. There was a slight odor out of the packaging, but I haven't noticed it since.

One problem that I did not anticipate, the Black Rapid lanyard screw does not have enough depth to screw into the bottom of this new case. I'll have to see if I can find a suitable screw. So, Gariz definitely gets high marks for having the separate metal tripod mount screw available on the bottom, but cost wise these 2 different half cases are so far apart that this is just a minor inconvenience.