out4life2016 Loc: Bellingham, Washington

I have recently purchased a canon 6D mark ii and a couple of smaller L series lenses. A pretty big upgrade for me coming from a T3. I was thinking about buying the 5D mark iv however I decided to spend some of the money on good glass also. One thing I didn't thing about was a camera strap since I was always just using my kit stap that came with the camera. I live in the pacific northwest and spend most of my time in the mountians shooting landscape and wildlife when seen. As of now the largest lens that I have is a Tamron 28-300 but am looking at purchasing the Tamron 150-600mm in the next two months. Most locations I have to hike into so typically everything is carried into my Lowepro pack however I have missed some really great shots due to the fact camera isn't ready. I am looking for a system that is comfortable and can be easily ready to shot with in a moments notice. It must be able to support heavy lenses. Basically im no pro but I don't want what I have spent my hard earned money on hitting the ground. If anyone has any suggestions I would really appreciate them.

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

There are many good should straps available. I have an RRS clamp on mine that easily clips onto the camera l-plate or a/s camera foot...which the Tam G2 has.

Edit: I also carry a mono with a quick release or wear a body pod.

RichardTaylor Loc: Sydney, Australia

Monopod, and cary the camera over your shoulder. It is a good way to go with a heavy lens

Like this.

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RichardSM Loc: Back in Texas

Hi there for the new camera have a look into dual strap harness at chest level so you will be ready for most anything to shoot, I can’t advise to which one is doable for you. Do some research! Best of luck looking. And do post some of those new photgraphs when you can.

dandev Loc: Enumclaw, WA

Look at Black Rapid.

Robyn H Loc: MainLine PA

I use Op-Tech straps on all my cameras and heavy lenses. Each camera body and heavy lens has the Op-Tech quick disconnect connectors on them so I can use whichever strap or harness I choose at the time.

krl48 Loc: NY, PA now SC

Check out Peak Design.

traveler90712 Loc: Lake Worth, Fl.

Look at Cotton Carrier gear.
https://www.cottoncarrier.com/collections/all

MikeMck Loc: Southern Maryland on the Bay

I second the suggestion about Optech straps. The reason I like them instead of Rapid is that they attach to the camera lugs, not the tripod socket. Good luck!

miked46 Loc: Winter Springs, Florida

I use this company and I have a couple of their straps and they work well for me.
bosstrap.com

DAN Phillips Loc: Graysville, GA

I'm still using the cloth ones I bought back in the 70's. They are about 2" wide and have a strip of elastic material to hold film canisters (3). New is not always best.

Cheapshot Loc: California.

I use this system; http://www.upstrap-pro.com/category/camera-straps-full-list.html

More ideas; https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-camera-straps-for-function-and-fashion/

Largobob

[quote=Robyn H]I use Op-Tech straps on all my cameras and heavy lenses. Each camera body and heavy lens has the Op-Tech quick disconnect connectors on them so I can use whichever strap or harness I choose at the time.[/quot



The Op/Tech system is relatively inexpensive, capable/sturdy/comfortable, well-designed and has a variety of attachment options for any need a photographer might have. I find their Dual Harness to be very comfortable for one or two heavy cameras. The Op/Tech system attaches to the strap lugs rather than to the tripod mounting screw...allowing me to leave my quick release plate attached.

eadler

Try Peak Design. Easy quick connects. They are a little pricy but I prefer it to the Opt Tech strap that I had before.

queencitysanta Loc: Charlotte, North Carolina

Opi Tech from Carter's Camera Cottage MT Shooter on our board