Straps for cameras with long and heavy lenses
Nov 24, 2012 23:54:38 #
Nov 25, 2012 00:22:35 #
I use the OpTech Pro Loop Straps for my D800's with long lenses, including the Sigma 150-500mm zoom. I also use the OpTech Double Sling when I need to carry two bodies with lenses on them. Both straps are extremely comfortable to wear and quite reasonably priced. And they are made in the USA of USA components!
Nov 25, 2012 07:13:00 #
The best way to carry heavy cameras is to use a harness. The straps straddle your shoulders and the weight is distributed without causing the pain of cameras slung over one shoulder. Several are available from £12 to £100+. I use the cheapest type and can carry a Nikon D300 with Tamron 20-370 all day. I am 85 years old.
Nov 25, 2012 07:24:24 #
Nov 25, 2012 07:43:38 #
I bought an FS-PRO from here; http://www.carryspeed.com last week liked it so much I bought a second one yesterday. They have a 30% Trade your Old Strap promotion but you dont have to send anything to them.
Nov 25, 2012 07:52:30 #
cwnlsl wrote:
...What do you use for carrying cameras with long/hevy lenses?
an assistant hopefully!
Nov 25, 2012 07:55:36 #
cwnlsl wrote:
What do you use for carrying cameras with long/hevy lenses?
I use the Op/Tech Bino/Cam harness, and until the mailman comes with a little parcel, my hand to support the lens while I'm walking.
I've ordered the Lens Support Adapter. Looks like it could be a bit awkward as pictures, but I figured for $11 I could take the risk.
Will report back once I've received and used it.
EstherP
Nov 25, 2012 10:01:43 #
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Nov 25, 2012 10:26:04 #
I am crazy happy with my Cary Speed ! My D300s w/Tokina 11-16,battery grip,and 2 mounting plates makes a conventional strap way too uncomfortable. Go Cary Speed
Nov 25, 2012 10:27:48 #
cwnlsl
Loc: Lake SAint Louis,MO
I haven't found one that will want to go where and when I go and stay as long as I want. Are you applying for the job? If so, you must pay your own expenses.
Nov 25, 2012 10:53:06 #
MT Shooter wrote:
I use the OpTech Pro Loop Straps for my D800's with long lenses, including the Sigma 150-500mm zoom. I also use the OpTech Double Sling when I need to carry two bodies with lenses on them. Both straps are extremely comfortable to wear and quite reasonably priced. And they are made in the USA of USA components!
Do you hook it to the lens or to your Sigma?
So far I have the OpTech on the camera and left the strap that came with the Sigma on it. I usually don't use the camera strap with the Sigma attached. I usually cradle it instead with the strap as drop insurance.
Nov 25, 2012 11:59:10 #
I use Upstrap. It is an incredible product, the company personnel are incredible, the service is incredible. I'm about to purchase my second one for another camera I carry quite often, as of late.
Nov 25, 2012 12:18:59 #
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