Camera Straps Love them Hate Them...I hate them
Aug 23, 2013 06:59:36 #
I clearly don't love them.....in fact I never attach them when setting up a new camera. They get hooked on something and have caused more harm than good over the years. But.......REALLY RIGHT STUFF (B2 FABN) has released a new product that attaches to your camera strap (the strap does not attach to your camera)....and you can then clamp on your camera when and if you want....or remove when you want. The strap stays around your neck most of the time with no camera attached. You can then attach your camera only if you need both hands to do something else. Pretty cool.
Here is the link to this little gem
http://reallyrightstuff.com/ProductDesc.aspx?code=B2-FABN&type=0&eq=
Here is the link to this little gem
http://reallyrightstuff.com/ProductDesc.aspx?code=B2-FABN&type=0&eq=
Aug 23, 2013 08:35:36 #
nikonshooter wrote:
I clearly don't love them.....in fact I never atta... (show quote)
But it attaches to the tripod mount and we've all seen (pictures on UHH) the damage that can cause!!
Aug 23, 2013 08:58:55 #
Nic42 wrote:
But it attaches to the tripod mount and we've all seen (pictures on UHH) the damage that can cause!!
Not so. It attaches RRS L plate.
Aug 23, 2013 09:43:22 #
Aug 23, 2013 09:47:11 #
Interesting, but I think I'll keep my OpTech sling strap.
Aug 23, 2013 09:47:57 #
JR1 wrote:
So you still end up with a strap round the neck !!
Yep...with no camera attached. It is there if you need it. So if toting two cameras, which I do, you can quickly attach one while you use the other.
I don't attach camera straps to my camera. However, there are occasions I wish I did. This solves that!
Aug 23, 2013 10:07:40 #
nikonshooter wrote:
I clearly don't love them.....in fact I never atta... (show quote)
No thanks! It mention a 1/4x20 screw, which means it is attached to the tripod screwhole. Your cameras were made to sit ON the screwhole, not hang FROM it.
Also, I don't see how exchanging cameras to these clips is easy to do with two hands...
Have a look at these:
http://optechusa.com/straps/double-sling.html
http://optechusa.com/straps/dual-harness.html
The do not cause the neck strain that we all hate from "standard" camera straps.
I only use one camera at a time, but I have Optech's bino-harness, have carried my 2 1/2 kg camera non-stop for as many as 8 hours, without problem at all.
Tripod hole is still available for the its intended use.
Just my 2-bits worth.
EstherP
Aug 23, 2013 10:15:15 #
Bugfan
Loc: Toronto, Canada
I have a shoulder sling that I use a lot. It allows me to prevent all the neck pain from carrying a ten pound camera and lens combination and it still allows me to quickly use the camera at any time.
Sometimes I will use a regular padded strap but rarely.
Sometimes I will use a regular padded strap but rarely.
Aug 23, 2013 10:25:14 #
EstherP wrote:
No thanks! It mention a 1/4x20 screw, which means ... (show quote)
It is not the neck strain that causes my dislike for straps. It is the fact they get caught on stuff when carrying the camera and it is not around your neck.
Also, this adapter attaches to the L-Plate as I mentioned in prior post.
Aug 23, 2013 10:32:55 #
nikonshooter wrote:
It is not the neck strain that causes my dislike for straps. It is the fact they get caught on stuff when carrying the camera and it is not around your neck.
Also, this adapter attaches to the L-Plate as I mentioned in prior post.
Also, this adapter attaches to the L-Plate as I mentioned in prior post.
And the L plate attaches to, guess what, the tripod hole.
I carry 2 camera all the time, one round neck one over shoulder, padded straps, this weekend shooting inside so two cameras and flash no hassle.
BUT I am sure some will find your idea of interest
I use the OpTech here
http://www.techradar.com/news/photography-video-capture/cameras/best-camera-strap-6-tested-1084953
Never would I use anything that attaches anywhere else
Aug 23, 2013 11:05:28 #
nikonshooter wrote:
It is not the neck strain that causes my dislike for straps. It is the fact they get caught on stuff when carrying the camera and it is not around your neck.
Also, this adapter attaches to the L-Plate as I mentioned in prior post.
Also, this adapter attaches to the L-Plate as I mentioned in prior post.
And the L-plate is attached where????? Exactly, the tripod hole. My reaction therefore still is: No, thanks!
Also, have you compared cost between L-bracket + Strap Boss? Depending on your camera could be anywhere from $200 to $300.
The two harnesses I mentioned are $40 each, they clip on or off with two parachute-like clips - and I can definitely vouch for the Op/tech quality.
(For the difference in cost, husband and I could go have dinner in the best restaurant in town - twice!)
EstherP
Aug 23, 2013 11:16:33 #
Considering the price and quality of OpTech I think they are unbeatable
BUT I do NOT like the quick release clips all things fail, o that end I use a small cable tie in them so they don't come apart
BUT I do NOT like the quick release clips all things fail, o that end I use a small cable tie in them so they don't come apart
Aug 23, 2013 11:18:23 #
EstherP wrote:
And the L-plate is attached where????? Exactly, th... (show quote)
Do both, take the hubby to a good restaurant and add LPlates too. I made the change to RRS LPlates for cameras, pano heads, ball heads, flash adapters, tri and mono pods and have zero regrets. The L Plate adapt in a way where there is little if any torque. My only complaint is that it does add weight to already heavy cameras/lens.
Aug 23, 2013 11:19:26 #
My OpTec harnesses- I have two- an older single and a new dual - convert quickly to a hand strap - darn handy.
Tea8 wrote:
Interesting, but I think I'll keep my OpTech sling strap.
Aug 23, 2013 14:58:21 #
Seems like that big metallic knob sticking out in front would get in the way at times, especially when using manual lenses where I need to shift my hand freely and unobstructed between adjusting aperture ring, to adjusting focus ring and back to camera support.
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