Camera strap alternatives
Jun 9, 2017 07:28:02 #
dbfalconer wrote:
The Anwenk or Op/Tech belt stabilizer straps might be a solution. I am a beginner with a limited budget. (I know! Wrong hobby! Ha!) Thanks for suggestions.
I gave my Black Rapid camera strap to my son with the Canon T4i ... I got the Op/Tech for my Canon SX60 HS ... it seems to work a little better for me ... I got the wrist strap with the sling, the extra camera attachment stays with my second camera and the tether straps keeps the camera in place when needed ... recommend Op/Tech and would buy it again ... !
Bob S
Jun 9, 2017 07:54:26 #
DaveC
Loc: Illinois
I use a Black Rapid. But I attached it to a RRS lever release clamp. With a long lens that has its own foot I attach the clamp to the foot and it not only takes the strain off of the lens mount but allows it to balance nicely. I have an L-bracket on the camera so I can also attach the clamp to it if I have a normal lens on. This leaves the camera free to attach to a tripod. Best of all worlds. Except for cost.
Jun 9, 2017 08:38:07 #
dbfalconer wrote:
Yes. I was leary of the OpTech attachments--looked flimsy. Might be ok with a secondary tether. Thanks.
Actually not flimsy at all. They connect like an original strap.
Jun 9, 2017 08:41:31 #
dbfalconer wrote:
I use a Sony A6000. No long, heavy lenses. I hav... (show quote)
Look at "Altura" brand, "Rapid Fire" Cross body Camera Strap. I bought this and thus far, I am very Satisfied with my purchase.
Jun 9, 2017 08:41:41 #
MT Shooter wrote:
I have used Optech straps since 1982 to carry some VERY expensive gear, nothing "flimsy" about them at all. Their buckles are rated at 125# load.
I STILL use my original 1982 strap today and trust it implicitly!
I STILL use my original 1982 strap today and trust it implicitly!
I have to agree with MT and JimBob. No problems here and Optech is anything but flimsy. I suggest that the OP watch some of the short videos on their website.
Jun 9, 2017 08:47:37 #
Leicaflex wrote:
I use peak design camera straps.
Take a look:
http://www.peakdesign.com/product/straps/slide?gclid=CKf-n43crdQCFQ0R0wodGJsBYg
Take a look:
http://www.peakdesign.com/product/straps/slide?gclid=CKf-n43crdQCFQ0R0wodGJsBYg
Jun 9, 2017 09:10:00 #
Leicaflex wrote:
I use peak design camera straps.
Take a look:
http://www.peakdesign.com/product/straps/slide?gclid=CKf-n43crdQCFQ0R0wodGJsBYg
Take a look:
http://www.peakdesign.com/product/straps/slide?gclid=CKf-n43crdQCFQ0R0wodGJsBYg
I use a Peak Design camera strap too. It's a bit on the pricey side but very comfortable and secure. I thought the strap was a little on the bulky side until I used it. It isn't bulky at all but very fluid. It is wide however. And it supports my large lens. It is easy and quick to adjust the length of the strap while it is in place-first time I've ever been able to do that. It can attach to the camera lugs leaving the tripod plate free. It does not have a separate slide strap for the camera to slide up and down (separate from the main strap) but the whole strap itself moves quickly (if you have it on the slide side). I like it well enough to buy the Peak Design Lite for my Fuji X-T2 with its smaller lenses. And I have quit looking for better straps- that says a lot.
Jun 9, 2017 09:21:08 #
dbfalconer wrote:
Yes. I was leary of the OpTech attachments--looked flimsy. Might be ok with a secondary tether. Thanks.
No need to be leary of OpTech. I've been using their straps since I first got my E-500 (Olympus) camera. Then for the E-5 (heavy camera, even more so with 50-200mm lens attached; my fingers and hands gave out, due to arthritis; the strap was great), now use it with E-M1. That's 11 or 12 years. Never had a problem.
Jun 9, 2017 09:47:52 #
Nick K wrote:
i use an op tech sling strap, works well for me, bouncing is not a problem, just have to be careful when climbing up rocks as when you lean forward the camera can swing into the rocks. I put it on then my rain jacket/ windbreaker and backpack. the camera will go under the windbreaker to keep it out of the elements if needed.
Jun 9, 2017 10:07:24 #
Jun 9, 2017 10:11:31 #
abwaterbury wrote:
My wife and I have also been using Op/Tech straps for years, even when I had a 5D Mk II and 24-105 attached and no problems at all.
Agreed. Op/Tech and Cotton Carriers are my camera carrying devices.
Jun 9, 2017 10:15:52 #
I use a Black Rapid on my D700 & have found it to be reliable. I am mostly a travel & landscape shooter & avoid (generally) trekking. This solution works for me, but as noted above, it is useful to check the tightness of the screw into the bottom of your camera regularly.
Good luck with your decision!
Good luck with your decision!
Jun 9, 2017 10:15:58 #
Jun 9, 2017 10:21:36 #
bwjones0029
Loc: Missouri
Peak Design can be attached to either the strap lugs or the tripod socket. I just carried an a6300 around Spain & Portugal using Peak Design Leash attached to the strap lugs. It worked great (I only used the kit lens). The only problem for you is that the entire strap moves when you raise the camera.
Jun 9, 2017 10:25:17 #
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