Fjorden Grip Review // Expensive Gimmick? 

Thanks for joining me for this video! I definitely should've explored the price situation more and discussed why it's so expensive. I also omitted the fact that the Fjorden case fits Moment's M-series drop-in lens mounts. Will do better next time 👍 RIP my moustache.

Just ordered myself one for my summer holiday around Europe. Looking forward to trying it out.

Great video mate! I mean its beautifully shot too.

Great video! Thank you for your in-depth review. As the lead developer of ProCamera, I am certainly biased. However, I would like to share that I recently went on my first extended photo trip with the Fjorden Grip (along with ProCamera, of course) and I loved it. It is non-essential most of the time, but it adds so much convenience that it will be in my gear bag for future photo trips. You can even immerse yourself more in "photography mode" by using the grip and wrist strap. I found that it is actually the most convenient way to capture photos with one hand, especially in the "portrait upside-down orientation" (when you hold your iPhone upside-down). As for the wrist strap, I would say it's verging on essential for serious iPhone photography. I hold my phone in precarious positions to get the best angles, and thanks to the wrist strap, I could go even further knowing my iPhone is safe - even if I drop it. I came back from my photo trip with quite a list of ideas for an even better experience with the Fjorden Grip in ProCamera. But I would be curious to hear feature requests from other users of the Fjorden Grip …

Great review. I’ll need to look into this. Thanks!

Fantastic video as always mate! This is probably answered somewhere in the thread so apologies if so but… I was just about to purchase the Shiftcam pro grip when I saw this video and almost prefer this due to its size but wondered which you would personally recommend (seem to recall you doing a vid on the pro grip)? Thanks in advance and keep up the great work

I went with Freewell Sherpa love the simplicity of the system where I can magnetically attach filters.

David. Useful video, thanks. I'm using the app but can't see any aperture control ... am I missing something? I'd usually set my aperture and then vary my ISO and speed to suit ... can you do this, do you know?

Mine just came in today but the case was the wrong size (my error). I’m excited to get he correct my case and really give it a go.

Thanks for another excellent review David.

Nice review... I already have the device and love it. it's worth mentioning that the case is compatible with Moment lenses too. I too have had some inconsistancies with the app, but it is still in early stages of development. I use it solely with ProCamera.

Thanks for the review David. I’ve been looking at this for a while now

That's a thoughtful review, more than just tech speak.

Am I correct in understanding that it will not work well with the iPhone standard camera app?

Hello David, can you elaborate some on the moment app and the Fjorden grip? From your video it seem to be a better option than procam since one does not have extra charges for bracketing for example. How is its integration with the grip vs procam?

Hi 11 months on... any views on battery consumption if say one is out shooting street for 3-4 hours?

Do you prefer this or Shiftcam from your other review?

Can the grip be used with the iPhone native camera app?

You were using at “A” when the speed was jumping a lot (your interruption) :) great video btw

So does this work with other iPhones? Since it’s something you attach to the phone and all you need is the app?

Great review, thanks! I've been waiting for the 15 Pro Max to pull the trigger on this to take the place of a pocketable travel Zoom. I was hoping for more optical zoom, but by adding a moment tele, you can get out a little further. Is it possible to set the grip up to wake the phone in camera mode? That would be slick.

I have arthritis in my hands. My Nikon has become too heavy to hold and control so I’m wondering if I can afford to treat myself to the Fjorden grip on my iPhone pro 13 max. If it’s possible, if you are fit, to hold and control the iPhone with one hand then I suspect that I will be able to cope. Thankfully most of the time my right hand still works reasonably well and if the finger movement is simple and light the grip might be the answer to my problem. If I take the plunge I will update my experience.

Thanks!

question from a pro: does it has 6x6 black and white option ( best ever app was name6x6 discontinued and unloadable on iphone 14 … so deep professional problem for me ) 2) what is the delay for taking the photo when you press the shutter( should be immédiat or no go for me). most photo iphone 14 app are useless du to 1/8 s delay

Hey David, just discovered your channel a day ago or so. I’m really interested in the Fjorden bundle but then I noticed that ShiftCam (which you also did a review of) has another great bundle on Amazon. In your opinion, which grip did you prefer?

When’s the next video coming out , it’s been 2 months since you last up loaded any videos

5:14 I believe the shutter speed is changing because of limitations to the iOS camera API.

I was just thinking when will someone make a Bluetooth device with SLR type controls! Not understanding the Magsafe functionality. Pro is Magsafe, however its position on the phone is just overlapping 1/4 of the iPhone magnet ring. I find it hard to believe that that is enough magnetic grip not to come off in use, especially in kickstand mode. I can see Plus with the case could add more gripping power. Basic's adhesive plate confuses me more, They say Basic is NOT Magsafe, but then how dose the Fjorden stick to the plate, sure the plate is adhesive to what ever you want, but how does the Fjorden stick to the plate? BTW big discounts NOW, Yes I will buy one, thanks for turning me on to this.

Excellent review David. Thanks Marc Jacobs for the comment on the lens, I think that’s important consideration. I am new to iPhone photography and debating on a beast cage. But it’s to bulky to carry around. This is a nice alternative. Too expensive for my budget. Cheers Vancouver Island Canada 🇨🇦

Thanks for the review David!

Does the grip work with the standard camera app?

I am contemplating this device as I find myself using my iPhone more than my Ricoh GR iii

what you are totally forgetting is that it is ONLY for right handed shooters. I can't and never have. That is a problem with the iPhone as well, I hold the phone with my left hand and then use my pointer finger on my right hand to press the release button (either on screen or volume up). You see where this gets pretty complicated with the grip.

Future Dave outtakes - moustache? Great video, price wise… hmm it’s the limitations of the grip with only a few apps, I currently use a polar pro grip and case - it’s a simple Bluetooth shutter button. But I guess with all of these things it’s about having it with you when you take the shot.

Will this work with any MagSafe case?

I want this for my S23 Ultra... Please make it

I was looking at this last week. I fit your use case - a Sony Mirrorless full frame body user ditching wide/normal focal lenses for iPhone photography in the 13-70mm range. Not sure it’s worth £200 though - will see how it goes over next few months using the standard phone and software.

Already a lot of complaints about the poor service of Fjorden. I am hesitating.

Love it but in this economy as an armature I couldn’t justify hopefully I catch a deal on it soon definitely will keep my eyes on this gadget

Accessory’s box of doom? 😅 So… Fjorden or Shiftcam pro grip?

But the main problem remains: iPhone photos are a digitally oversharpened pseudo HDR mess that only look good on the small screen (if you Are not zooming in). If You are really into photography buy a last generation iPhone (not pro) and a last generation APS-C mirrorless camera with Sigma 18-50.

But do they make it for left handed people?

You have to be joking. No danger would a photographer go anywhere near this.

"....sss an iphone photographer"

This is the total load of bullshit. The app doesn’t work without the grip which means that you then have to buy the $200 grip just to make the app work. What an absolute con because when you connect to the app, it automatically says are you working without the grip or with the grip and then it takes you to a Leica app page which all has more in app purchases again the whole thing is just a gimmick and a rip off

Thanks for the great video mate… very informative and great to see all that can be done with one hand too!! I’m not a pro photographer, but I do want to up my game with action photography so went ahead and purchased the basic bundle… However, I wasn’t paying the same amount again just for a macro lens 😂😂 needed the macro for my business though @legsmedalmountingservice