safe carry for big lens
Mar 26, 2018 10:52:49 #
Please tell me the safe way to carry my Nikon 500mm lens with Series 4 Induro legs and Wimberly 2 head. Safe to carry assembled over my shoulder? A home-made sling of sorts? Thanks. Buck
Mar 26, 2018 11:02:45 #
JFCoupe
Loc: Kent, Washington
Depending on the territory you are going to/through, a suggestion is one that I heard from another photographer. He often takes both Canon 400 and 600mm lenses to the field. He purchased a used jogging stroller and set up padding for each lens and camera body. Said it works great.
Mar 26, 2018 11:32:34 #
GED
Loc: North central Pa
countrycameraman wrote:
Please tell me the safe way to carry my Nikon 500mm lens with Series 4 Induro legs and Wimberly 2 head. Safe to carry assembled over my shoulder? A home-made sling of sorts? Thanks. Buck
For years and presently when I carry a large lens like a 400/2.8, I take it into the field in a Domke padded bag inside a camo 5 gallon bucket. The bucket has a comfortable handle and can be set down on wet ground or in water with no problems. My large Gitzo with Wimberly gimbal goes over my shoulder and this set up allows me to easily carry a portable projector screen table with removable legs and cover as a portable blind. The bucket then serves as my stool to sit on.
I would caution you against carrying a large lens setup over your shoulder, I have seen several come off and hit blacktop after quick releases were accidentally released or something else broke.
Mar 26, 2018 13:21:26 #
I am too much of a Klutz to walk anywhere with a camera on a tripod over my shoulder.
Mar 26, 2018 13:27:04 #
countrycameraman wrote:
Please tell me the safe way to carry my Nikon 500mm lens with Series 4 Induro legs and Wimberly 2 head. Safe to carry assembled over my shoulder? A home-made sling of sorts? Thanks. Buck
The safest is to leave it in the bag and assemble it when you need it.
Mar 26, 2018 13:36:03 #
Don't transport it ON the tripod, ever. To be safe, carry them separately.
Mar 26, 2018 13:51:47 #
I always carry mine over my shoulder on an original Wimberley and Gitzo tripod. That includes a 500 F/4.0 and an 800 F/5.6. Only one person I ever shot with did differently. He used a golf bag caddy fitted with large pneumatic tires. With the camera on the tripod, the legs would replace his clubs. Padding on the legs makes it easier on the shoulder. It was first recommended to me by Moose Peterson around 20 years ago.
Mar 27, 2018 06:46:11 #
countrycameraman wrote:
Please tell me the safe way to carry my Nikon 500mm lens with Series 4 Induro legs and Wimberly 2 head. Safe to carry assembled over my shoulder? A home-made sling of sorts? Thanks. Buck
I see people do that quite often, especially pros. I wouldn't be comfortable doing that. Of course, the distance and terrain would make a difference.
Mar 27, 2018 09:05:25 #
itsnoelb
Loc: Edgewater, FL. Originally: FLINT. MI.
I carry my 7D with battery pack and a 100-400 Canon on my Manfrotto over my shoulder frequently. Quick release requires 2 steps to release. Replaced Canon strap with a laptop strap. Put small Key rings on camera and strap has clasps to connect. Removal of strap as fast as quick release. Downside......clasps wore powder coat off body. Feel very confident carrying it over my shoulder . I rest the joint where tripod meets lens on my shoulder so there's less stress on the head/lens connection.
Mar 27, 2018 09:38:59 #
DBW
Loc: near Edmonton AB
Have you looked at the Cotton Carrier. I have one and carry my 100 to 400 strapped on the front. I don't know how many times I have stumbled on rocks, fallen trees, cut my hands up a bit but never had my lens or camera smash on the ground. Check it out.
Mar 27, 2018 09:40:51 #
When I am actually working an area, I have no problem carrying my 600 f/4/Induro/Mongoose gimbal over my shoulder. I tightened the mongoose Area Swiss clamp a little tighter than factory set. If the plan is to carry like on a hike, I will use a backpack for that gear while carrying 400mm with body for "just in case".
Mar 27, 2018 09:44:32 #
IMO, LARGE lenses are best ( safest) carried on a foldable but sturdy wheeled dolly - but the terrain may dictate otherwise ! Padded tripod over the shoulder cases can make do for shorter distances or while on the dolly.
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Mar 27, 2018 09:45:01 #
I assemble the whole thing, toss the tripod on my shoulder and go (and have been doing it like that for decades). If you have to assemble everything each time you come across an opportunity, you're going to miss a LOT of opportunities. The only way I keep the stuff in a backpack is if I'm hiking somewhere that I expect to encounter wildlife but the chances of seeing something on the way are minimal.
Mar 27, 2018 10:03:59 #
Steve Perry wrote:
I assemble the whole thing, toss the tripod on my shoulder and go (and have been doing it like that for decades). If you have to assemble everything each time you come across an opportunity, you're going to miss a LOT of opportunities. The only way I keep the stuff in a backpack is if I'm hiking somewhere that I expect to encounter wildlife but the chances of seeing something on the way are minimal.
I agree with the notion that opportunity and speed trumps safety ! - one reason why I have moved away from LARGE lenses and all their safety issues. The smaller lenses I do use go over my shoulder and use a pad under my shirt for this .....
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Mar 27, 2018 10:24:12 #
imagemeister wrote:
I agree with the notion that opportunity and speed... (show quote)
I like that pad - have you tried it with a tripod?
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