Camera Strap (Page 2): I use the OpTech Sling. The strap attached at the camera lugs, not the tripod screw hole. Go to Amazon.

MikeMck Loc: Southern Maryland on the Bay

I use the OpTech Sling. The strap attached at the camera lugs, not the tripod screw hole. Go to Amazon.

drharveys Loc: Holly Springs, NC

Look at BOS strap. Locally made in Boston. Very comfortable slude strap that leaves tripod mount free. Very secure attachment to camera.

waegwan Loc: Mae Won Li

ConnieLynn wrote:

I just purchased a new camera and I'm looking for the Manfrotto shoulder strap that has the clamps that slide up/down the strap and the opposing clamps that attached to each side of the camera.

All I can seem to find is straps that connect to the camera by the tripod threads.

Anyone have any suggestions on where to a good strong shoulder strap that does not connect to the tripod threads? I have the Nikon D7200.

Thanks,
Connie

I know you just said you don't want on that connects to the tripod threads but Manfrotto supports the Black Rapid strap. I have one and I think it is pretty good but I would suggest getting the M-Plate Pro also as it allows you to use a tripod and or a flash bracket without removing the strap. I have a Manfrotto mono-pod and a tripod with Manfrotto RC2 mounts and I have another tripod mount that is Arca-Swiss type and the M-Plate Pro works well in all of them.

lmgingerich

Try the FastFire Camera strap. It mounts to the camera using one of the camera's lens strap brackets (right side). The camera stays close to your body and slides along the strap as you prepare to take pics. Leaves you hands free, but the camera secure. It is American made too. I tried a bunch of straps and this one was best. Good luck.
http://www.fastfirecamerastrap.com

pdsdville Loc: Midlothian, Tx

I use a Sunsnyper that I have reworked removing the screw mount and replacing it with a clip compatible with the rings on the camera. I had a problem with the shoulder pad slipping so I also made an under arm strap snapping to either side of the shoulder pad. Both problems solved.

Psergel Loc: New Mexico

A favorite with many is the optech sling strap. Attaches via the regular camera strap lugs and a quick disconnect.
Inexpensive and highly adjustable.

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

mrjcall Loc: Woodfin, NC

Dngallagher wrote:

Question: Do you find the strap slides easily to bring the camera up to shooting position? On my Black Rapid all that slides is the carabinier attached to the camera.

I'm using the Peak Design Slide and the Joby Pro before that. Both straps slide with no issues and yes, the Peak Design is flexible in where the attachment points are. I have it attached to the RRS L bracket and one lug and it rides very well on my hip without swinging. So easy to completely remove the strap quickly if needed. Best strap I've used! :thumbup:

Erv Loc: Medina Ohio

MT Shooter wrote:

Take a look at this one:

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

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The best strap I have found!!!! And you can change cameras in a heart beat!

waegwan Loc: Mae Won Li

Erv wrote:

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The best strap I have found!!!! And you can change cameras in a heart beat!

Yup, OP/TECH is good. :-)

Fotomacher Loc: Toronto

ConnieLynn wrote:

I just purchased a new camera and I'm looking for the Manfrotto shoulder strap that has the clamps that slide up/down the strap and the opposing clamps that attached to each side of the camera.

All I can seem to find is straps that connect to the camera by the tripod threads.

Anyone have any suggestions on where to a good strong shoulder strap that does not connect to the tripod threads? I have the Nikon D7200.

Thanks,
Connie

I use a Black Rapid strap with their FR-T1 that converts the Manfrotto quick release plate to strap ready. Very convenient in the field and while travelling.

waegwan Loc: Mae Won Li

Fotomacher wrote:

I use a Black Rapid strap with their FR-T1 that converts the Manfrotto quick release plate to strap ready. Very convenient in the field and while travelling.

I did that for a while then one day I wanted to use a flash bracket. I thought of several ways of modifying stuff but in the end I settled for the M-Plate PRO. No complaints so far.

windshoppe Loc: Arizona

Erv wrote:

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The best strap I have found!!!! And you can change cameras in a heart beat!

Yes, .......or....change straps. I use the sling strap when hiking, long shoots, all day walk abouts, etc. Very comfortable and convenient. When I'm jumping in and out of the car (which I do frequently) taking shots at various lookouts, etc. or using the tripod, I switch out the sling strap in favor of Optech's wrist strap. Doesn't get in the way on the tripod. Best combo ever.

ronichas Loc: Long Island

i use a black rapid strap, but put a ring on the camera where the strap attaches to it and hook the black rapid there. doesn't interfere with the quick release tripod plate.
i have also tried the boss strap, which also attaches to the side of the camera.

boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander

Bill Emmett wrote:

I second, the OpTechUSA sliding sling strap. Attaches to the two camera lugs, not the tripod threads. I wore it everyday while shooting on the streets of New Orleans. I doesn't slip or slide off the shoulder.

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FiddleMaker Loc: Merrimac, MA

ConnieLynn wrote:

I just purchased a new camera and I'm looking for the Manfrotto shoulder strap that has the clamps that slide up/down the strap and the opposing clamps that attached to each side of the camera.

All I can seem to find is straps that connect to the camera by the tripod threads.

Anyone have any suggestions on where to a good strong shoulder strap that does not connect to the tripod threads? I have the Nikon D7200.

Thanks,
Connie

Connie, My D7000 and D750 came with shoulder straps. I'm surprised your D7200 did not come with a strap. I don't use them on either camera. I would prefer some sort of hand strap instead if there is such a thing. -FiddleMaker