Neck Strap? Name of Camera on strap/Strap of your choosing?
Feb 26, 2018 10:27:51 #
Another OpTech user here. Got them on 3 bodies plus 2 binoculars. Not only are they discrete, but are effective shock absorbers. Comfortable for a long day of walking and stalking (no, not that kind!!) critters and flyers.
Feb 26, 2018 10:33:00 #
bpulv
Loc: Buena Park, CA
OddJobber wrote:
I put Canon straps on my Nikons as theft deterrents. 
Recently there was a similar posting which pointed out that when traveling in other countries, the camera brand name on the strap may signal thieves and make you a target. As a result, I have removed the Nikon straps from my cameras and replaced them with generic straps that I bought years ago for film cameras.
Feb 26, 2018 10:39:26 #
I use a neoprene neck strap. I have 3. I deliberately tried to break one, then installed the other two on my cameras since they passed my test. They are marked with the matching logo despite being after-market.
Feb 26, 2018 10:46:48 #
Black Rapid for sling strap - fixes to bottom of camera.
Matin Comfort Strap for neck strap.
Peak Design CUFF CF-2 for wrist strap.
Matin Comfort Strap for neck strap.
Peak Design CUFF CF-2 for wrist strap.
Feb 26, 2018 10:49:54 #
For security I also put black tape on top of logo and camera model number on camera and lens cap - as well as dump the logo strap, which is extremely uncomfortable anyway.
Feb 26, 2018 10:51:46 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
Techrod wrote:
For security I also put black tape on top of logo and camera model number on camera and lens cap - as well as dump the logo strap, which is extremely uncomfortable anyway.
Well that's a dead giveaway that you are trying to hide something.
Feb 26, 2018 10:56:12 #
I use the dslr strap from Custom SLR on my Pentaxes and their thinner one for my Fuji xe2. Far superior to the ones that come with the cameras and quite affordable.
https://customslr.com/
https://customslr.com/
Feb 26, 2018 11:01:34 #
JimRPhoto wrote:
Advantages of a cross body strap: No weight aroun... (show quote)
I checked out a few of the recommendations on this thread, for my purposes the BosStrap has some unique features.
1. The camera attaches to a metal loop that slides on the strap, so the strap doesn’t have to move. This is important to me, since I typically wear a backpack on hikes with my camera.
2. The strap attaches to the strap lugs, Not the tripod mount. Should be handy for my monopod on hikes.
Thank you Jim for the recommendation, I look forward to trying out.
Feb 26, 2018 11:07:09 #
tomad
Loc: North Carolina
I use a wrist strap like the one sold by Op/Tech, but I found the one from Altura Photo better...
https://www.amazon.com/Camera-Hand-Strap-Alternate-Connections/dp/B017L3689K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519661125&sr=8-1&keywords=altura+photo+strap
Use with this for extra safety...
https://www.amazon.com/Camera-Tether-Cameras-Altura-Photo/dp/B0751HM4XG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1519661125&sr=8-4&keywords=altura+photo+strap
https://www.amazon.com/Camera-Hand-Strap-Alternate-Connections/dp/B017L3689K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519661125&sr=8-1&keywords=altura+photo+strap
Use with this for extra safety...
https://www.amazon.com/Camera-Tether-Cameras-Altura-Photo/dp/B0751HM4XG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1519661125&sr=8-4&keywords=altura+photo+strap
Feb 26, 2018 11:09:09 #
DPSTCH strap is pricey, but a really good strap and sturdy enough for 500mm lens. Plus, I can carry it at my side.
Feb 26, 2018 11:16:02 #
rjaywallace wrote:
Op/Tech straps are very comfortable as well as inexpensive. Low profile. Available from their website, Amazon and many major retailers. Recommended.
Feb 26, 2018 11:22:55 #
Feb 26, 2018 11:39:41 #
For style and a wide strap I use a Capturing Coutre strap. Very comfortable.
Feb 26, 2018 11:43:14 #
[quote=Jules Karney I use the op. Great straps for carry heavy camera and lenses. No need to advertise expensive camera like others have said.
Feb 26, 2018 11:49:00 #
illininitt wrote:
Have a new Canon T7I which of course came with a Canon strap. Do most just use the one that came with the camera....or buy one of their own. If so....which is a good/wide/comfortable to wear? (some are proud of their camera and love to have that name displayed)
Nitt ... never had any problem with Canon straps ... they're not overkill ... none of mine, anyway .... same thing with Pentax straps ...
But, Nikon straps are another matter ... that bright yellow is a dead giveaway to would-be thieves ....
Sony, now - has gone both ways ... my a77 has a very sedate strap ... but the one that came with the a77 II is quite garish ... (check pics)
So, I replaced it with a Capturing Couture (Navaho Cream) ... what do you think?
Sony a77 w/ sedate strap
Sony a77 II w/ garish strap
Sony a77 II w/ replaced strap
Capturing Couture (Navaho Cream)
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