Lens Strap
Aug 9, 2015 20:41:20 #
I just got my Sigma 150-600 C this weekend. It comes with a shoulder strap that can be attached to the lens itself. I don't see any reason I want to put this on. In fact I think it can be in the way and dangerous, especially when mounted to a tripod. Is there anyone who has experience with a lens strap and find it useful?
Aug 9, 2015 21:19:25 #
I use that strap often to carry my 150-600mm Sport model when not mounted to a camera, it comes in handy. I also use the strap for my Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 which is about the same size and weight. They don't really get in the way at al when using a tripod with them.
Aug 9, 2015 22:10:38 #
dylee8 wrote:
I just got my Sigma 150-600 C this weekend. It comes with a shoulder strap that can be attached to the lens itself. I don't see any reason I want to put this on. In fact I think it can be in the way and dangerous, especially when mounted to a tripod. Is there anyone who has experience with a lens strap and find it useful?
looped over the tripod, it may prevent the lens from hitting the ground should something fail.
Aug 10, 2015 05:53:36 #
Great question!!
Converted mine to tie the wife to the stove. Bondage uses being toyed with as well.
Converted mine to tie the wife to the stove. Bondage uses being toyed with as well.
Aug 10, 2015 06:31:15 #
Thanks all for info. Good reasons so strap will go on lens.
Wife loves cooking no need to tie to stove.
Wife loves cooking no need to tie to stove.
Aug 10, 2015 08:27:26 #
Aug 10, 2015 16:01:37 #
dylee8 wrote:
I just got my Sigma 150-600 C this weekend. It comes with a shoulder strap that can be attached to the lens itself. I don't see any reason I want to put this on. In fact I think it can be in the way and dangerous, especially when mounted to a tripod. Is there anyone who has experience with a lens strap and find it useful?
I never use straps to carry any lenses or cameras - too dangerous. I do use tether straps after the camera/lens is mounted on a bodypod/monopod/tripod for insurance.
Aug 10, 2015 17:09:46 #
dylee8 wrote:
I just got my Sigma 150-600 C this weekend. It comes with a shoulder strap that can be attached to the lens itself. I don't see any reason I want to put this on. In fact I think it can be in the way and dangerous, especially when mounted to a tripod. Is there anyone who has experience with a lens strap and find it useful?
I moved to an Op/Tech shoulder strap and I find it comfortable, secure, adjustable and easy on & off.
When I use a strap it is the only one I now use.
I have a Sigma150-500mm and have one of those straps you mentioned...would only use that strap on lense when not attached to the camera..but really never see the need to do that.
Aug 11, 2015 01:50:49 #
dylee8 wrote:
I just got my Sigma 150-600 C this weekend. It comes with a shoulder strap that can be attached to the lens itself. I don't see any reason I want to put this on. In fact I think it can be in the way and dangerous, especially when mounted to a tripod. Is there anyone who has experience with a lens strap and find it useful?
If I go in the field ( with a long lens), I usually switch my camera strap from camera to lens, as to not put too much a burden on the cameras lens mount, but that's only when I'm out for quite a while and having to go long distances. For short strolls I keep the straps on the camera, but hold the lens by hand to keep the weight off the lens mount.
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