Better way to secure strap to camera body?
Jun 24, 2019 21:43:41 #
I also use a Black Rapid sling, secured by the tripod thread at the bottom of the camera. It is extremely secure, easy to use and I love the balance.
Jun 24, 2019 23:11:43 #
Jun 25, 2019 01:36:46 #
billnikon
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Grahame wrote:
Whilst many promote the use of the tripod collar f... (show quote)
I carry my Nikon 200- 500 (considerably heavier than the Nikon 70-200) with a black rapid strap attached to the tripod collar for going on 3 years without issue. Same for my 70-200. And yes, I am sure Nikon, Sony, and Canon engineers make sure the camera screws can withstand the torke and strain put on the fittings. I am sure those 4 screws are over engineered to handle the stress. I have always attached my straps this way for going on ten years without the slightest issue. Don' t worry yourself over it, all is fine.
Jun 25, 2019 03:30:02 #
billnikon wrote:
I carry my Nikon 200- 500 (considerably heavier th... (show quote)
Whilst we do not hear of many failures I suspect this is due because the vast majority of us are careful and aware of the value hanging at this point. Thankfully most of the failures we do hear of are caused by 'abnormal' occurrence.
Taking the specific lens example I posted the image of, to me as an engineer it simply looks under engineered (w.r.t lifting loads/bending) and most likely the weakest point, ignoring strap failure. Investigation interestingly has shown that replacement plates are available, thicker than the original 'thin' plate which has been reported as distorting under load.
So, there may be nothing to be concerned about for the majority of us but for the prudent ones that don't automatically assume the manufacturers have over engineered something it would be sensible to inspect this component part on occasions with the tripod bracket removed.
Jun 25, 2019 10:43:39 #
Grahame wrote:
Whilst we do not hear of many failures I suspect t... (show quote)
Nikon is especially noted for it's poor tripod collar designs !.
Jun 25, 2019 11:59:04 #
imagemeister wrote: Nikon is especially noted for it's poor tripod collar designs !
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Nikon is especially noted for it's poor tripod collar designs !.
As a Nikon Fanboy, I couldn't agree with you more. 'Poor' is actually a fairly nice description as some are just awful. Well, they keep RRS in business! Best of luck.
Jun 25, 2019 12:08:46 #
Jun 25, 2019 12:35:39 #
I am surprised. Even though you know how to attach it, it does not mean you did. I have never had a strap come loose.
Jun 26, 2019 11:48:59 #
ggenova64 wrote:
Just ordered a BR Camera Strap!
Thanks Hedgehoggers.
Thanks Hedgehoggers.
I've been following and I'm doing the same
Hope to see how it works out for you.Jun 26, 2019 12:50:43 #
Hedgehoggers in order not to remove the tripod plate from the camera this accessory needs to be purchased.
BlackRapid Tripod Plate 50 Quick-Release Plate (50mm)
or
BlackRapid Tripod Plate 70 Quick-Release Plate (70mm)
BlackRapid Tripod Plate 50 Quick-Release Plate (50mm)
or
BlackRapid Tripod Plate 70 Quick-Release Plate (70mm)
Jun 26, 2019 19:18:09 #
I use peak design and can interchange between cameras as they are set up for peak design.Camera strap is custom hand made thread which is very strong and soft.It compacts very well and very comfortable.
Jun 28, 2019 19:28:29 #
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