rwoodvira

Another vote for Peak Design. Not cheap but well designed - easy to get on and off and exceedingly comfortable.

rfmaude41 Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)

[quote=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.[/quote]

This is the same system that I use. I can carry three cameras with their triple harness setup (a Mamiya RZ67, a Nikon F6, and a Nikon DSLR). Gets a "little" heavy, but manageable, with the weight supported across the shoulders, etc..

tennis2618

I just switched to Peak Design when I got my N850. It was a great choice for me-comfotable; easy to install clips; a variety of methods you can use to carry camera-neck strap, wrist strap, clip to your body, and several other interesting features you can get. It is more a system than a single strap. Took it to Europe for a month (two actually as they have straps for mirrorless also that are narrower and just as comfortable) and we got along very well.

John Maher Loc: Northern Virginia

I have a similar issue for outdoor photography and have not decided yet, but I am currently focused on sling bags. They seem to have the padding/protection of a backpack, but with improved access/readiness.

Geegee Loc: Peterborough, Ont.

I find that no matter what kind of padding I use it always is a pain in the shoulder with my Tamron 150-600 G2 attached.

I use a gimbal head on my monopod with the big lens which takes the weight off when I am taking the picture but when it is inverted (foot of monopod sticking straight up) the frame of the gimbal makes a perfect handhold and the weight dosen't seem as heavy when my arm is straight down. It is just like carrying a briefcase. I have found this to be the most comfortable combination.

My walk-about lens is on my other camera attached to my Spider camera holster and I don't bother with a back pack.

If I am just walking about with one camera I use a Black Rapid shoulder strap.

Geegee Loc: Peterborough, Ont.

Kit straps with a heavy camera/lens are a pain in the neck and I have found that the camera bounces around too much when walking and every time you bend over to pick something up or look at something it hangs down and is in the way. I have found the Black Rapid shoulder strap to be much better.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

I never use straps for carrying - only as a tether - too dangerous - especially with larger lenses IMO !

I mostly use a monopod over the shoulder on even terrain or a bodypod. On precarious uneven terrain I will put the lens/camera in a large softcase strapped to my body (using a wide belt and shoulder rig) and ready to be pulled out quickly.

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Cookie223 Loc: New Jersey

[quote=billnikon]1. You mention, and I quote, "I was thinking about buying the 5D mark iv however I decided to spend some of the money on good glass also", your quote, not mine. Then you confused me because the next thing you mention is purchasing a tamron 150-600. Really, you call the Tamron good glass? You passed on a Canon 5D Mark 4 to purchase a Tamron lens? Interesting.

The OP did mention he purchase a couple of smaller “L” series which are not cheap and excellent lens. I totally agree that Canon has exceptional glass, which I have 2 of the L series lens Gen. 2.

Now I will respectfully disagree with your assement of the Tam 150-600. I’m not expert by any stretch of the imagine, and don’t have anywhere near the skills, and experience that you and the majority have, but I have the Tamron 150-600 G2 and it has provided some fantastic shots for me.

I use the Peak straps to lug these beast around.

Cookie223 Loc: New Jersey

Joecosentino Loc: Whitesboro, New York

Am a third on opted. I have been using them for years I can unclip my camera when it’s on a tripod then clip right back in when I am done shooting, I have the dual harness for things like motocross and horses or even deserts where there is always fine dust in the air and I want to keep lens changes down to a minimum.

Toment Loc: FL, IL

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napabob Loc: Napa CA

mine is a black rapid with the RRS clamp, works on both sides of my RRS L bracket

TBPJr Loc: South Carolina

You might take a look at Think Tank. It has a modular belt system one component of which is an over-the-shoulder harness that includes attachment points at the top of the shoulder--a pair of adjustable straps is available to take the weight of the camera and lens entirely off your neck (they are made to pair with a Think Tank neck strap). The system is comfortable with fifteen to twenty pounds of camera and lenses.

See it here: https://www.thinktankphoto.com/pages/belt-systems.

Bipod

If you leave a 150-600 mm lens on your camera while transporting it, you are putting
quite a strain on the lens mount. And no readycase ever conceived will cover that lens.

Some equipment you just have to break down and pack:
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/d5/ef/7e/d5ef7eabe903853581c6b679b273b038.jpg

Sometimes the solution isn't a strap -- it's a backpack or a station wagon.

If you plan to hand-hold at f=600 mm, you must have a steady hand-- and a heck of
a lot of faith in Tamron's IR/IS...

Given that zoom lens users have put up with flare, loss of contrast, Petzval field curvature,
and geometric distortion (at best--assuming its a very good design with no manufacturing
defects), do you really want to add camera shake to the list?

The monopod was a good suggestion, but without a lens support, I wouldn't want to leave
that long, heavy lens on the camera while walking any distance. There isn't as much steel
in camera bodies as there used to be.

Sure, many people do it...and I see an awful lot of broken 1+ year-old cameras and lenses
being sold for parts.

Read your Canon 6D warranty: "Canon USA . . . warrant to the original end-user purchaser,
when delivered in new condition in its original container, that the Product will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1)
year from the date of original purchase." That does not mean you can do chin-ups on the
lens.

The kinder you are to your camera and lenses, the longer they will last and more fun you will
have with them. A little inconvenience is a small price to pay for taking great photos.

Everyone misses shots. it's not the shots you miss that matter (unless you are a photojournalist
or sports photographer)--it's the one's you get. "Twelve significant photos in any one year is a
good crop." --Ansel Adams

RKL349 Loc: Connecticut

Another vote for OpTech.