bnsf

I purchased a camera strap from B&H Photo. This strap has releases that can let you remove the strap when you mount the camera on a tripod.

Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket

I use Peak Design because they are quick release and have not failed (yet). Peak Design are very conscientious about making sure they are strong. They once replaced the dots when they felt there was a better manufacture process, before they failed.

When I carry two cameras, I use the Black Rapid double harness. Distributes weight very well and I can switch cameras very quickly, buy basically dropping one and picking up the other.

I do have a Peak Design wrist strap on my Leica Q3. That works very for me.

I have never used the OEM straps. They remain in my Nikon boxes, wrapped in the plastic they came in. The lucky person who ends up with my lightly used cameras, gets a used camera and a brand new strap.

TomFama

Straps that conceal steel wires with the intent to stop a "cut snd run" are dangerous. A thief will not know there is a wire until his blade hits it. What do you think could happen when someone is that close to you with a knife in hand?

Better to lose a camera than anything else.
Tom Fama

Milkiebear

I always toss the one that comes with and use a wrist strap. That are anywhere between 10 to 15$

EJMcD

You and CHG_CANON are obviously birds of a feather. You "don't mind"? Be honest, clearly you like to display the word C-A-N-O-N.

EJMcD

RIGHTBACKATCHA

NateB

Well, alright, I’ll admit you’re right. But if I’d be embarrassed to show what kind of camera I’m using, that’d probably be an indication that I should switch to a different brand, right? :)

Ed Commons

I switched to wide cloth (usually denim) straps 30 years ago. They are more comfortable than the thin leather(ette) straps that come with cameras. If they get dirty , I can wash them (gentle) cycle. One older strap has elastic loops that hold a film(?) canister. One line camera stores should have these.

I have a couple of straps that a semstress friend sewed my name and contact number into the strap. I joked with her that if my camera was lost or stolen, I had a good chance of getting my strap back

RetCapt Loc: NorCal mountains

I question TomFama's conclusionary (as opposed to opinionated) comment here.

If TomFama, or anyone else, can cite any documented instances of a thief attempting a camera theft by cutting the strap, having it prevented by a wire, then assaulting the intended victim with the knife, please post it here.

Short of that it is speculation and should have been stated as such.

I spent over thirty years around criminals. A criminal who wants to instantaneously commit a theft by cutting the strap, seizing the gear, and fleeing before the victim is actually aware or able in any way to act quickly enough to stop the theft, or accurately identify the suspect(s), is far different than a robber who uses force or the threat of force to obtain the property.

I like the idea of a steel wire as a theft preventative. I have one such pacsafe strap which I can use if I think I will be in an area which is prone to such thefts. Since I have other straps which are more comfortable I usually use them. I do have a pacsafe camsafe V2 holster. It not only has the wire in the strap, but wire mesh built into the holster itself. I use this all the time, but not because of the security features. It holds one of my APS-C mirrorless cameras with the kit lens perfectly. That is why I bought it. It was on sale at B&H and was just too good of a bargain to pass up.

Given that we live and move about primarily in our isolated mountain area, thefts and robberies of photo gear are non-existent, unless from a parked vehicle (which of course is theft, not robbery). Trailheads are well known for the vulnerability of vehicles parked at such sites.

The most effective preventative, if possible, is to avoid dicey areas. Since we are in northern CA, that now precludes going to San Francisco.

EJMcD

I see waving a camera brand akin to those folks who desecrate their nice cars with a variety of bumper stickers and/or vanity plates.

Really can't imagine anyone so silly (or vain) as to be embarrassed by a camera brand and I assume you were being facetious.

As mentioned in my previous post, I am also brand loyal but see no need to provide free advertising and I won't mention my brand because UHH does not need any more lengthy brand war posts.

I believe that all of the major camera brands are excellent at what they do.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

When you think all the brands are the same, you own the wrong brand.

EJMcD

I expected nothing less from you but apparently you've misinterpreted. My post says they are all excellent at what they do not "all the same".

Thanks anyway for your kind comment.

JavaMD Loc: WHIDBEY Island, Washington

I really like the strap from Luma Labs. Esp if you have an L bracket that has a QD Socket (or you can just screw an appropriate insert into your camera tripod mount). It is VERY comfortable on your shoulder (The Z9 is not light). Currently out of stock. :-(

https://luma-labs.com/products/loop-3-5

Steve Egge

NateB

Really, as I mentioned previously, what it all boils down to personal preference (although I must admit that the comparison you made strikes me rather amusing). To each his own; you use what you like, I’ll use the kind I like. The original question was just asking for opinions, so I gave mine. Doesn’t bother me if your likes are different than mine. (Perhaps I did throw in a few teasing comments, but playful teasing/arguing is one thing I find hard to resist when the opportunity presents itself)

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Luck is great, but for most of photography, it's really just about whether you're using a Canon.