When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
There are several versions of the Cotton Carrier.
I have an older version, the one that has two holsters attached to a wide belt with a strap that comes over the shoulder. Each camera has a strap that attaches to the camera and attaches to the strap that comes over the shoulder in case you should drop the camera. I carry a D90 and a D7000 when I go to events. I found it comfortable and doesn't put the weight of the cameras around your neck.
I have not tried the chest mounted carrier (seems. to me, it would be hot and sweaty if carried in the heat).
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
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Where did you get the OpTech? I would like to check it out, since your suggestions are usually spot on.
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
quote=ThomasS When I go hiking for a photo op, I ... (
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Where did you get the OpTech? I would like to check it out, since your suggestions are usually spot on.
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Here is OpTech's website for it. I bought mine from B&H for $7.00 under retail PLUS free shipping:
http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
quote=ThomasS When I go hiking for a photo op, I ... (
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Where did you get the OpTech? I would like to check it out, since your suggestions are usually spot on.
quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS When I go hiking ... (
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Here is OpTech's website for it. I bought mine from B&H for $7.00 under retail PLUS free shipping:
http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS Wh... (
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MT,
Thanks for the information. Those Fast Caps look interesting to. I'm always looking for someplace to put my lens cap. Do the cameras tend to swing around a lot on that strap?
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
quote=ThomasS When I go hiking for a photo op, I ... (
show quote)
Where did you get the OpTech? I would like to check it out, since your suggestions are usually spot on.
quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS When I go hiking ... (
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Here is OpTech's website for it. I bought mine from B&H for $7.00 under retail PLUS free shipping:
http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS Wh... (
show quote)
MT,
Thanks for the information. Those Fast Caps look interesting to. I'm always looking for someplace to put my lens cap. Do the cameras tend to swing around a lot on that strap?
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Your camera attaches via 2 mounts for normal carrying, both the normal strap lugs. When you are ready to start shooting all you do is release the front mount via the quick-release mount and swing the camera into place with the second one still attached. When only one is attached they do tend to swing around, but with both connected its not bad at all.
OpTech makes quite a few really good accesories, almost all are made right here in Montana. I stop in every time I have the chance to drive by. All their strap products are interchangeable too, thats a very handy plus.
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
quote=ThomasS When I go hiking for a photo op, I ... (
show quote)
Where did you get the OpTech? I would like to check it out, since your suggestions are usually spot on.
quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS When I go hiking ... (
show quote)
Here is OpTech's website for it. I bought mine from B&H for $7.00 under retail PLUS free shipping:
http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS Wh... (
show quote)
MT,
Thanks for the information. Those Fast Caps look interesting to. I'm always looking for someplace to put my lens cap. Do the cameras tend to swing around a lot on that strap?
quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter... (
show quote)
Your camera attaches via 2 mounts for normal carrying, both the normal strap lugs. When you are ready to start shooting all you do is release the front mount via the quick-release mount and swing the camera into place with the second one still attached. When only one is attached they do tend to swing around, but with both connected its not bad at all.
OpTech makes quite a few really good accesories, almost all are made right here in Montana. I stop in every time I have the chance to drive by. All their strap products are interchangeable too, thats a very handy plus.
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I read your B&H Review, so I ordered one. I always try to buy American, when possible.
Buy American all the time...nuf said !
when I go hiking, it's all I can do to carry one body on my 80 year old legs LOL
aammatj
Loc: Zebulon, NC / Roscoe, Ill
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
MT Shooter wrote:
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
I have owned the CC with the steady support and returned it due to the fact that it transmits your breathing and even your heartbeat directly to the camera, not good. The standard chest carrier works, but as mentioned above, not the best in hot weather. Also, I watched a guy with a Canon and a 100-400mm lens on one of those squat down to pick up a dropped lenscap and when the lens hit his thigh it popped out breaking both his camera AND his lens when they hit the pavement. They do have a lock mechanism so because of this incident I would HIGHLY recommend you lock it down if you buy this setup. Personally I use the OpTech Double sling for 2 camera shooting, its comfortable, made in America, and a LOT less money. Good luck with whatever you chose.
quote=ThomasS When I go hiking for a photo op, I ... (
show quote)
Where did you get the OpTech? I would like to check it out, since your suggestions are usually spot on.
quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS When I go hiking ... (
show quote)
Here is OpTech's website for it. I bought mine from B&H for $7.00 under retail PLUS free shipping:
http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS Wh... (
show quote)
MT,
Thanks for the information. Those Fast Caps look interesting to. I'm always looking for someplace to put my lens cap. Do the cameras tend to swing around a lot on that strap?
quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter... (
show quote)
Your camera attaches via 2 mounts for normal carrying, both the normal strap lugs. When you are ready to start shooting all you do is release the front mount via the quick-release mount and swing the camera into place with the second one still attached. When only one is attached they do tend to swing around, but with both connected its not bad at all.
OpTech makes quite a few really good accesories, almost all are made right here in Montana. I stop in every time I have the chance to drive by. All their strap products are interchangeable too, thats a very handy plus.
quote=ThomasS quote=MT Shooter quote=ThomasS q... (
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I have used Op/Tech equipment for several months now and love it. One thing that really appeals to me is that it is modular and you can use the "pieces" in different combinations to make a complete assembly that works for you.
I have the CC harness that mounts the camera on your chest and has an additional holster for another camera. I really like mine for hiking, but it is kind of warm wearing it on hot days. I find it comfortable and I don't worry about damaging my camera. For walking through a festival, a park or a museum, say, I use my Sun Sniper. It's great!
Hando Rei wrote:
Buy American all the time...nuf said !
Like I said, when possible. We don't (unfortunately) make a lot of things we used to. If we can reverse the outsourcing, maybe we can correct this. Have you tried to buy an American made camera lately?
Thank you for all the input. I really appreciate it.
Hi ThomasS
Black Rapid is a very good product I purchased one of their sling straps very well made last for a lot years. It costly but worth it. Your won't be unhappy. See below
http://www.blackrapid.com/product/camera-strap/snapr20/?gclid=CNKHoom9868CFYcZQgodcn46WgTake a look at Sun Sniper the site see below.
http://www.sun-sniper.com/en/sniper-strap-the-dph-double-plus-harness-steel-bear.htmlI looked at the Op/Tech I was not impressed by the way they were made zig zag stitching on foam rubber not too much backing looked a little weak to me. See below
http://optechusa.com/But the choice is yours good luck check them all out.
ThomasS wrote:
When I go hiking for a photo op, I usually like to take along two bodies. One with a wide angle zoom and one with a telephoto zoom. The Cotton Carrier looks like it would be a good way to safely (I'm thinking of the cameras) carry the cameras. Does anyone have any experience with these harnesses? They aren't cheap, so I don't want to make an expensive mistake.
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