Camera strap around your neck..?
Oct 9, 2013 15:52:42 #
Los-Angeles-Shooter
Loc: Los Angeles
wtompkins wrote:
I just read an article on 7 tips to make you a coo... (show quote)
What does the writer suggest as an alternative to carrying it on a neckstrap? Keeping it in the case so it's not handy and available?
Oct 9, 2013 16:08:01 #
Los-Angeles-Shooter wrote:
What does the writer suggest as an alternative to carrying it on a neckstrap? Keeping it in the case so it's not handy and available?
He actually doesn't suggest anything. But you should read some of the reactions on that blog as well - I think he's been told ;-)
EstherP
Oct 9, 2013 16:09:44 #
MT Shooter wrote:
I much prefer a "Sling" type strap as the weight is born by your shoulder rather than your neck. This is especially welcome if your have ever had any neck or back injuries. This is the model I recommend highly:
http://optechusa.com/utility-strap-sling.html
http://optechusa.com/utility-strap-sling.html
This looks like a nice option for a good price...
Oct 9, 2013 16:33:49 #
Oct 9, 2013 16:37:30 #
davis wrote:
I would appreciate some specific detail re you sling bag....make/model, etc. Thanks looks like a good improvement.
Davis
Davis
Ooops! I replied to my own comment! Here is the closest looking Tamrac model to my own, which is quite old. This new model is Tamrac 517. Forget what mine is.
Oct 9, 2013 16:37:33 #
Thank you, Gilroy Gal. That looks awesome :thumbup: You'd probably want to wear it in the right place though. It also kind of looks like something men wear when they participate in contact sports. :shock:
Oct 9, 2013 16:39:15 #
davis wrote:
I would appreciate some specific detail re you sling bag....make/model, etc. Thanks looks like a good improvement.
Davis
Davis
Ooops! I replied to my own comment! Here is the closest looking Tamrac model to my own, which is quite old. This new model is Tamrac 517. Forget what mine is.
Oct 9, 2013 16:48:22 #
wtompkins, I used to carry my camera around my neck, it gave me a pain in the neck as well as ihad very little control over the camera swinging. I purchased a JOBY over the shoulder strap and never will have a pain in the neck again. I was in Disney several months ago and several people asked to take their picture and said I looked like a pro. Well, a Pro I am not. The JOBY strap is made in two versions, one for men and a more narrow one for women. If you do not use a tripod an awful lot this strap works very well and it can be locked in the position you want. If you don't want to have to remove the strap when you put the camera on a tripod or monopod there is a plate they have that will give you a second place to mount your quick release for the tripod. Lastly I agree with others here, Don't worry about looking "cool", but go for the pictures. :D
Oct 9, 2013 16:51:18 #
Check the JOBY shoulder strap, they make one just for women. I really like mine. It is about $50.00 from B&H Photo.
Oct 9, 2013 16:58:13 #
Optech sling and dual sling, once you wear one, you'll never go back.
Oct 9, 2013 17:20:25 #
Oct 9, 2013 17:37:43 #
wtompkins wrote:
I just read an article on 7 tips to make you a coo... (show quote)
If I am using the strap it is on the shoulder and the camera rides under the arm of the opposite shoulder. That way it can't slip off, doesn't swing around so much, and looks a bit more inconspicuous. I'm going to try a strap that has more padding for when the camera is being carried for long periods of time. I saw the same article and also don't care about whether my carry methods look cool or not.
Oct 9, 2013 17:54:29 #
Who cares what looks "cool" or doesn't and in whose opinion?
I sling my 7D around my neck and my 5D Mk III over a shoulder so I have easy access to either. I wear a floppy hat too, no skin cancer on my bald head.
A pock on the cameras of those who are more concerned about looks than getting a nice shot. That is if they know how to get a shot.
I sling my 7D around my neck and my 5D Mk III over a shoulder so I have easy access to either. I wear a floppy hat too, no skin cancer on my bald head.
A pock on the cameras of those who are more concerned about looks than getting a nice shot. That is if they know how to get a shot.
Oct 9, 2013 18:39:47 #
wtompkins wrote:
I just read an article on 7 tips to make you a coo... (show quote)
I posted this and I have been using a slingstrap for quite awhile. I don't know about being cool but the neckstrap did a job on my neck, particularly when using the big Sig 150-500mm. Ultimately it comes down to personal preference and comfort. :lol:
Oct 9, 2013 20:11:55 #
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