[0.27 lb] User Friendly: The grip is enhanced because of the increased length of the camera handle, and doesn't bring you different grip feeling while using; it feels like part of my camera. Rechargeable battery can still be easily opened and there is no need to mount the door of the battery compartment like previous baseplates
Non-Slip & Stable: The handle can improve the stability of the camera and reduce camera shaking. Specially designed leather grain increases friction without grinding hands. Enhance comfort when using the body and also protect the bottom of the camera body from wear and tear because of the generous padding used on the baseplate.
On the other side of the grip it has a very well polished curve that offers comfort when operating lens. All and all seems and feels like a quality product.

[Black] Fan of SmallRig, have been pleased with almost everything I have purchased made by them. This is another winner. I also have this baseplate for my A7cII, which I felt needed a little something more for my hand. The A7RV has a better grip, so didn't feel this is a critical a need for this body. But now that I have it, do find that it does indeed improve the grip. One nice detail, is the plate has similar texturing to the A7RV grip, nice touch. So it doesn't feel like an add-on. I was keeping a tripod plate on my A7RV, but found it some situations shooting from a table handheld that it tilted my composition a little. And didn't 'rest' well when not in use. So this base plate improves on both those issue and does indeed improve the handhold-ability of the camera. Those are real pluses, especially since I tend to use my larger GM lenses with the this body. As the title states, not sure what the difference is between version 1 and 2 but this gets two thumbs up from me.

[Yes] It adds a nice bit of extra length to the grip for those with large hands, and the integrated Arca plate is handy as well.

[Sony a7 IV] Fits well and it does the job. I got these for all my cameras. I definitely recommend it...

[Yes] I assumed it would fit the a7R V (since the IV and V share a vertical grip), and I'm happy to confirm that it's the case!

Oddly enough, it actually fits better than the Sony vertical grip (not that the Sony grip has a bad fit, this plate just lines up better). It feels very solid and natural in the hand, especially with bigger lenses. I shoot a lot of portrait shots, so I'll still have the vertical grip in my bag, but it's nice having a day-to-day configuration that's smaller and lighter.

Also, there's a little lever you pull forward for opening the battery door (so that it can open all the way). Felt intuitive to me (and worked perfectly on the a7R V), but I noticed a review where someone couldn't get the door open, so I thought I'd mention it.

[Sony a7 IV] Just what i needed, fits tight, feels lightweight, worth the price.

[Sony a7 IV] I don't use this for mounting my camera to anything (which I think is what it is made for?). I just wanted to be able to fit my pinky finger on the camera when I was shooting. It is really well made, rock solid on the camera, totally flush to the body and doesn't block the battery door.


Sony's battery grip has a very visible gap between it and the A7IV. It's also too big, adds too much weight to the camera and is too expensive. Battery life isn't an issue for me with stills. I did an eight hour commercial shoot yesterday, took about 1200 pictures and changed my battery once.


So if you just need a bit more grip and don't need the vertical handle, controls, battery life, etc. this is a perfect solution.

[Black] I have rather large hands, and the additional baseplate gives me a better grip and I totally love that the place is compatible with ball head.

[Yes] Not revolutionary but makes for a better grip and less concern when setting the camera down. Good value.

[Yes] Cutting to the chase the hinge they designed to keep the battery door in place is great. It's not loose and floppy but opens smooth and has a satisfying close.