Camrea Straps
Oct 19, 2013 16:51:26 #
As I have read this blog over the last 2 years I have noticed some interesting discussions about straps that attach to the tripod mount. I have one of these and have the same concerns that others have expressed about the safety of these. I went to a street fair recently and noticed a shooter using a strap made by Fast Fire. I found out where he got, bought one and really like it. It attaches to the right strap lug of the body. Go to www.fastfirecamerastrap.com to see it. It has good heavy duty hardware and a comfortable strap.
Oct 19, 2013 17:57:08 #
You can do the same thing with OpTech straps. Myself and several other members here use them.
Oct 19, 2013 18:01:46 #
I'd be more concerned about the camera's mount socket developing cracks and failing rather than the strap failing, as the socket may not have been designed to handle that sort of continuous physical stress. Especially with the cheaper DSLR models or bridge cameras which often use less durable plastics and construction compared to the more rugged higher end cameras.
Oct 19, 2013 18:52:32 #
3 possible fixes for tripod mount screws backing out are .
1 clear fingernail polish on threads.
2 blue loctite thread lock ( some difficultly to remove )
3 red loctite thread lock ( extreme difficultly to remove )
1 clear fingernail polish on threads.
2 blue loctite thread lock ( some difficultly to remove )
3 red loctite thread lock ( extreme difficultly to remove )
Oct 19, 2013 22:06:43 #
dooragdragon wrote:
3 possible fixes for tripod mount screws backing out are .
1 clear fingernail polish on threads.
2 blue loctite thread lock ( some difficultly to remove )
3 red loctite thread lock ( extreme difficultly to remove )
1 clear fingernail polish on threads.
2 blue loctite thread lock ( some difficultly to remove )
3 red loctite thread lock ( extreme difficultly to remove )
4 Green loctite (impossible to remove)
I used a Black Rapid that uses the tripod mount, I didn't like the camera hanging upside down. I now use an Op Tec on my D7000 and 70-200 f2.8. It hangs from the right lug, I like it.
Oct 19, 2013 22:20:40 #
I use the op-tech that attaches to the camera strap lug - I used to use a tripod mount strap, but like the op-tech better...
Oct 19, 2013 22:24:08 #
I would think the red or green loctite would make it very difficult, (and risky) to remove.
Oct 19, 2013 22:29:48 #
kmohr3 wrote:
I would think the red or green loctite would make it very difficult, (and risky) to remove.
Loctite would be a bad thing. If you insist on a Black Rapid just make sure you keep it tight. I use Loctite every day and I can assure you you don't want to use an impact wrench to remove anything from your camera.
Oct 20, 2013 00:36:44 #
Tea8 wrote:
You can do the same thing with OpTech straps. Myself and several other members here use them.
I have adapted my BlackRapid system to hang my camera by BOTH of my strap lugs with the help of Optech Utility Loops. The biggest lesson to be learned from my experiment is to not be stopped by crossing "brand borders" and by looking for ways to exploit the strengths of your camera.
Oct 20, 2013 06:18:13 #
Big Grouch wrote:
Loctite would be a bad thing. If you insist on a Black Rapid just make sure you keep it tight. I use Loctite every day and I can assure you you don't want to use an impact wrench to remove anything from your camera.
I use locktite everyday also, I would not recommend using RED.
Purple or i use blue and have never had a problem removing my quick release plates when i need to.
Oct 20, 2013 12:52:50 #
I have the OPTECH-USA too, great strap and can switch straps in a heart beat. Also the product is made in AMERICA! I too use it for my Canon ans Sigma 70-200mm works great!
Big Grouch wrote:
4 Green loctite (impossible to remove)
I used a Black Rapid that uses the tripod mount, I didn't like the camera hanging upside down. I now use an Op Tec on my D7000 and 70-200 f2.8. It hangs from the right lug, I like it.
I used a Black Rapid that uses the tripod mount, I didn't like the camera hanging upside down. I now use an Op Tec on my D7000 and 70-200 f2.8. It hangs from the right lug, I like it.
Oct 20, 2013 13:58:16 #
rook2c4 wrote:
I'd be more concerned about the camera's mount socket developing cracks and failing rather than the strap failing, as the socket may not have been designed to handle that sort of continuous physical stress. Especially with the cheaper DSLR models or bridge cameras which often use less durable plastics and construction compared to the more rugged higher end cameras.
Excellent reply. From a mechanical engineering standpoint, I'd be concerned about the load being concentrated on that one mounting lug, especially when a weighty lens mounted on the camera.
Me, I settled for an Upstrap, connected to both lugs, and even then handhold the camera when I have tele lenses mounted to it.
--Bob
Oct 20, 2013 15:09:03 #
Mogul wrote:
I have adapted my BlackRapid system to hang my camera by BOTH of my strap lugs with the help of Optech Utility Loops. The biggest lesson to be learned from my experiment is to not be stopped by crossing "brand borders" and by looking for ways to exploit the strengths of your camera.
I too use the Black Rapid in with some Optech Uni-Loops to attach the right lug to the rectangular portion of the Black Rapid FastnR. If one failed then there is a backup.
Oct 20, 2013 15:31:32 #
I use a Blackrapid. It has a rubber washer between the lug and the camera body. Once tightened, it never loosens. No problems. I use it with a Canon 50D and a 5D MK III, both fairly heavy bodies, and frequently with a 70-200mm f2.8 lens. That weighs about a brick and a half! Still no problems.
Oct 20, 2013 21:26:11 #
As I have said, I have a BlackRapid, but it is attached to the strap lugs. I have absolute faith in the BR system, including the tripod mount which is mounted with intentional compression of the rubber washer to prevent loosening.
I became concerned about tripod mounts after watching several videos that illustrate disassembly of a camera. Even with metal frame cameras, removal of the bottom plate reveals that almost all, if not all, tripod sockets are part of a plate which is screwed to the bottom of the frame of the camera with four thin screws ⅜ - ½ long. In many cameras, these are high quality screws threaded into a metal frame. But putting the weight of a metal frame body and large lens (glass is HEAVY) on four small screws is courting disaster. Those of you who have suffered no damage are to be commended. It means that you have been cautious about lowering that weight and not dropping the system to the end of the strap loop. But I honestly believe you have also been fortunate to never have had the camera/lens hit the end of the loop while being accelerated by gravity. At the very least, if you use a tripod mount, please use a safety tether from your mounting hardware to one or both of your strap lugs. Also, if you mount a strap to the tripod socket of your telephoto lens, run safety tethers to the strap lugs (and if it makes you feel better) to the tripos socket of your camera body. Thank you!
I became concerned about tripod mounts after watching several videos that illustrate disassembly of a camera. Even with metal frame cameras, removal of the bottom plate reveals that almost all, if not all, tripod sockets are part of a plate which is screwed to the bottom of the frame of the camera with four thin screws ⅜ - ½ long. In many cameras, these are high quality screws threaded into a metal frame. But putting the weight of a metal frame body and large lens (glass is HEAVY) on four small screws is courting disaster. Those of you who have suffered no damage are to be commended. It means that you have been cautious about lowering that weight and not dropping the system to the end of the strap loop. But I honestly believe you have also been fortunate to never have had the camera/lens hit the end of the loop while being accelerated by gravity. At the very least, if you use a tripod mount, please use a safety tether from your mounting hardware to one or both of your strap lugs. Also, if you mount a strap to the tripod socket of your telephoto lens, run safety tethers to the strap lugs (and if it makes you feel better) to the tripos socket of your camera body. Thank you!
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