Carrying long, heavy lens in the field: I just purchased a Tamron 150-600 lens. I am looking for the best way to carry it into the field, without simply carrying it by the lens...

hlpeterson

I just purchased a Tamron 150-600 lens. I am looking for the best way to carry it into the field, without simply carrying it by the lens foot/monopod.

The attached suggestion that I got off the internet seems the best suggestion so far. Any other ideas? The lens foot that came with the Tamron is too short to accommodate two extra holes for the strap suggested in the attached article.

http://www.justbirdphotos.com/blog/2012/11/carrying-a-large-telephoto-lens-in-the-field

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

hlpeterson wrote:

I just purchased a Tamron 150-600 lens. I am looking for the best way to carry it into the field, without simply carrying it by the lens foot/monopod.

The attached suggestion that I got off the internet seems the best suggestion so far. Any other ideas? The lens foot that came with the Tamron is too short to accommodate two extra holes for the strap suggested in the attached article.

www.justbirdphotos.com/blog/2012/11/carrying-a-large-telephoto-lens-in-the-field

how are mechanically? you make a bracket of have a local fab shop do it for you!!

wayne-03 Loc: Minnesota

What does the Tamron foot look like? Can you post a picture?

Jay Pat Loc: Round Rock, Texas, USA

Looks like a great idea!
Pat

http://www.justbirdphotos.com/blog/2012/11/carrying-a-large-telephoto-lens-in-the-field

redhogbill Loc: antelope, calif

wayne-03 wrote:

What does the Tamron foot look like? Can you post a picture?

and about 1 1/2" wide..{ sorry for the blur, did not have to set up my studio}

:-D :-D

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Billyspad Loc: The Philippines

Make a small trolley with wheels and a harness that fits a dog. The average mutt would find it great fun to pull such a contraption over open countryside. You could include a bracket to hold six cans and an insulated ice box. And of course your dog is gonna look cute so no cops or security guys are gonna search the trolley so its a great way to carry your stash and crack pipe!!
If is a problem bro why not buy pocket size lenses?

Psergel Loc: New Mexico

I'd be very interested in the suggestions also. I recently took a short "hike" with my 6D and Tamron 150-600. I had my usual OpTech sling attached to the camera. I felt as though the strap lug would be torn from the camera at any second so I had to walk with the lens foot in my hand.
I'm considering buying an extra long QR plate and doing something like what's shown in the link you provided.

twowindsbear

Go to Nepal, 'acquire' a Sherpa - have him haul your stuff. Or a pack horse, pack mule, pack llama.

utakirchlechner Loc: Homosassa, Florida

I always thought somebody has to come up with the idea to use the tripod as a walking cane.....

Grnway Loc: Manchester, NH

Psergel wrote:

I'd be very interested in the suggestions also. I recently took a short "hike" with my 6D and Tamron 150-600. I had my usual OpTech sling attached to the camera. I felt as though the strap lug would be torn from the camera at any second so I had to walk with the lens foot in my hand.
I'm considering buying an extra long QR plate and doing something like what's shown in the link you provided.

Did you know that Op/Tech makes a "lens loop" that is made to bear the load not from the strap lug, but from the point where the lens meets the body? It's specifically designed for carrying a large lens and lessening the strain on that point where the lens and body meet. It also carries it with a little more balance. Ask MTShooter about it. I have it and it works very well.

Billyspad Loc: The Philippines

On Dec 8th you posted similar question about lugging this bit of kit on planes and now its in the field?
Just sell the damn thing and stop boring the butt off of people with the same inane and pointless question.
Just one mans opinion bro.

j-p Loc: CT

For photo outings without rain, the best solution for me is the Op Tech sling and a custom made holster. I disassembled a couple of padded beverage containers I had on hand and stitched together one larger one for my gripped Canons and 100-400L. I liked this system so much I made a smaller one for general walkabouts with a smaller lens.

I can adjust the strap to place the weight more on my shoulder or more on my waste. I usually adjust to place most of the weight on my waste.

I can be out all afternoon in comfort and with great access speed.

Billyspad Loc: The Philippines

j-p wrote:

I can be out all afternoon in comfort and with great access speed.

That's why I replace all the zippers on my pants with velcro

Psergel Loc: New Mexico

Grnway wrote:

Did you know that Op/Tech makes a "lens loop" that is made to bear the load not from the strap lug, but from the point where the lens meets the body? It's specifically designed for carrying a large lens and lessening the strain on that point where the lens and body meet. It also carries it with a little more balance. Ask MTShooter about it. I have it and it works very well.

I did not know. I am going to take a look right now. Sounds like just the thing!

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

j-p wrote:

For photo outings without rain, the best solution ... (show quote)

I've been trying to do this for a couple of years! This is exactly what I want. All the bottle holders are just a smidge too small for my big lens. I just haven't figured out how to construct the carrier. You've given me a great idea!