Camera Strap? (Page 5): Appreciate everyone's thoughts and suggestions! I would recommend the op/tech padded sling strap. I like it because rather than using the tripod connection, it...

MikeMck Loc: Southern Maryland on the Bay

Appreciate everyone's thoughts and suggestions![/quote]

I would recommend the op/tech padded sling strap. I like it because rather than using the tripod connection, it utilizes the lugs that were meant to be used to support the camera. Have them on both my cameras, which BTW are Canon.

Thruxton Loc: Indiana / California

My son just started making some hand lanyards that have a "Monkey Fist" wrap on the bitter end to assure that it stays in your hand without binding up your wrist. To use it you make one turn around your hand and the monkey fist then hangs off the side. They are from 4mm round leather lacing and really well done. The one he sent me looks very custom and has a nice smell. I'm using it with my NEX-5 and so far find it's quick to use and secure but I think the best place for one of these because it keeps the camera always at the ready would be on the street. I'll post some pics when he's finally happy with the design.

tradergeorge Loc: Newport, Kentucky

picsbywayne wrote:

Another vote for OpTech here. I've got two of their sling straps and absolutely love them.
I'm also not inclined to use the tripod screw - it's not designed to hold the weight of the camera.

I just looked at my Mechanical Engineering Spec book and a 1/4"x20 stainless screw into either a steel or magnesium (weakest) base has a minimum strength of 160-370 pounds...So, exactly how much weight does it have to hold to be considered "designed" to hold the weight of the camera? I tend to discount the statements of MFRs', since they tend to be off the cuff and do not represent real world conditions....I have been attaching things to the 1/4x20 connector on every camera I have owned and never had a failure, even under some extreme conditions. Even this engineering spec is not reflective of the real world, since they tend to double or even triple test results when recording specs for design use....This means that your tripod screw could probably hold a minimum of 300 pounds even if it is screwed into the magnesium based used on many cameras. Even a plastic base would probably hold more weight that you would ever realistically put on it. The downside to that would be the wear of attaching and removing it, so that would not be advised, but not from a strength standpoint.

Bottom line, if you want to know if something will hold, ask an Engineer, not a camera salesman.

Jolly Roger Loc: Dorset. UK

tradergeorge wrote:

I just looked at my Mechanical Engineering Spec book and a 1/4"x20 stainless screw into either a steel or magnesium (weakest) base has a minimum strength of 160-370 pounds...
Bottom line, if you want to know if something will hold, ask an Engineer, not a camera salesman.

With all due deference to your engineering knowledge. I don't think the issue is with the tripod screw per se. It is how that is secured to the body of the camera. Please go to page one of this post and look at two examples posted by MT Shooter.

Raymond Loc: Portland Oregon

Sherman A1 wrote:

Looking for suggestions on new camera strap. I would like to upgrade from the strap(s) that came with my Canon Camera to something more comfortable (and with less advertising). Prefer that it attaches in the same way as the current one does rather than screwing into the tripod mount. I would also prefer not to spend over $100.00 if possible.

Appreciate everyone's thoughts and suggestions!

I have a Canon 7D and a heavy white lens. I use a OP/TECH Camera harness(webbing) $12.50 try it, you will love it!

tybeejim Loc: Tybee Island, GA

I've been using a Blackrapid on my Canon 5D MkII and haven't given it a thought. It's 10x better for me than the conventional strap. I tend to agree with some of the analyses presented re the strength of the screw mount. I think you'd have to do something really extreme to break the base plate.

amehta Loc: Boston

tradergeorge wrote:

I just looked at my Mechanical Engineering Spec bo... (show quote)

Yes, but what is the magnesium base attached to, and how?

wings42 Loc: San Diego, CA

roxiemarty wrote:

I love my op/tech padded strap!! I have never used the ones that came with the EOS cameras. Mine has removable clips, and no, they will not break. I have a 50d and heavy lenses, and I've used these straps for years. They are great! Oh, and not too expensive, maybe 25 dollars, can't remember, but check B&H.

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terry44 Loc: Tuolumne County California, Maui Hawaii

optech all the way

MT Shooter wrote:

Best choice at the best price is the OpTech USA products. They make both neck straps and sling straps. The soft, shock absorbing material is a joy to wear and will never chafe your neck or shoulder.:

http://optechusa.com/pro-strap.html

http://optechusa.com/utility-strap-sling.html

Fleckjohn65 Loc: Ajax Ontario Canada

Optech is a fav of mine. I have the single strap and the duo one for two cameras.

Phil D Loc: Henderson Nv.

You might look into the Cotton carrier. I have used them for years. You ally carry two cameras. But the weight is off the neck.

jsharp Loc: Ballwin MO.

Sherman A1 wrote:

Looking for suggestions on new camera strap. I would like to upgrade from the strap(s) that came with my Canon Camera to something more comfortable (and with less advertising). Prefer that it attaches in the same way as the current one does rather than screwing into the tripod mount. I would also prefer not to spend over $100.00 if possible.

Appreciate everyone's thoughts and suggestions!

I like the OEM straps as I can spot another Nikon user from a distance and meet with them to compare cameras and lens.

Robeng Loc: California

Sherman A1 wrote:

Looking for suggestions on new camera strap. I would like to upgrade from the strap(s) that came with my Canon Camera to something more comfortable (and with less advertising). Prefer that it attaches in the same way as the current one does rather than screwing into the tripod mount. I would also prefer not to spend over $100.00 if possible.

Appreciate everyone's thoughts and suggestions!

Like everyone said, Op/Tech! Its what I use and I get free straps. (Not Op/Tech)

BushDog Loc: San Antonio, TX

My favorites at UpStrap & BosStrap. The UpStrap won't slip off your shoulder. I even buy those for briefcases & other bags. The BosStrap goes over my head onto opposite shoulder. It doesn't use the tripod mount.

BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA

Will some of you please take the time to read the OP's original message:

"Prefer that it attaches in the same way as the current one does rather than screwing into the tripod mount."

Since the OP doesn't want a tripod mount (at least didn't originally) why must we waste so much time and effort on misdirection?