One more question and I'll quit bothering you
May 3, 2021 14:38:33 #
May 3, 2021 18:43:09 #
Curmudgeon wrote:
For a while at least. I just pulled the trigger and bought a Nikkor 200-500 direct from Nikon. I will need a shoulder strap. The lens will be mounted on a D7200. Suggestions for a reasonably priced strap would be appreciated.
I have never really used a shoulder strap. I am comfortable with a wrist strap. I feel comfortable with my hand on my camera and wrapped around my wrist.
Thanks for the heads up about the shoulder strap. By the way, the questions are what keep the UHH going.
May 3, 2021 19:24:29 #
ClarkJohnson wrote:
Everyone has their favorites. I use Black Rapid straps.
Ditto on Black Rapids. For years!
May 3, 2021 20:26:49 #
I use neck-straps and other like devices simply because there are many situations where I use multiple cameras that are readily accessible so I have to hand them around my neck or sling them over my shoulders. Oftentimes, when shooting from high stepladders, hydraulic lift devices, an aircraft, or other elevated vantage points, it's a matter of safety. If dropped from a high-up place, besides destroying the camera, a heavy camera and lens can seriously injure someone on the ground.
If I can't find a ready-made strap, harness or another rig for my purposes, I can usually make one out of components from other straps.
With a heavy body and long or very bulky lens, it a matter of finding the center of gravity and create a balance so that all the street is not on the camera, a sing set of D-rings or a single collar or tripod socket. The trick is to divide the strain between the body and the lens.
As others have illustrated in this thread, there are many small but sturdy accessories that can easily screw into the tripod socket on the body and lens or collar and accept the attachment of a strap component. The length of the straps will determine the "angle of the dangle" and the balance between the two points.
I have used parts of Opt-Tech straps. Their Double-Sling model can be reconfigured to attach to the body and the collar of a long lens.
Years ago, weh I need a strap for my Hasselblad 500 ELS and the 500mm Tele-Tessar, I made my first homemade double sling kinda thing.
When I needed a component that could not be found or "scavenged" from another camera strap, a local shoe repair shop or leather craftsperson could fabricate it for me.
A DYI strap or harness may take some effort but you may design somethg that suits your specific purposes and equipment that can not be found as a stock item.
If I can't find a ready-made strap, harness or another rig for my purposes, I can usually make one out of components from other straps.
With a heavy body and long or very bulky lens, it a matter of finding the center of gravity and create a balance so that all the street is not on the camera, a sing set of D-rings or a single collar or tripod socket. The trick is to divide the strain between the body and the lens.
As others have illustrated in this thread, there are many small but sturdy accessories that can easily screw into the tripod socket on the body and lens or collar and accept the attachment of a strap component. The length of the straps will determine the "angle of the dangle" and the balance between the two points.
I have used parts of Opt-Tech straps. Their Double-Sling model can be reconfigured to attach to the body and the collar of a long lens.
Years ago, weh I need a strap for my Hasselblad 500 ELS and the 500mm Tele-Tessar, I made my first homemade double sling kinda thing.
When I needed a component that could not be found or "scavenged" from another camera strap, a local shoe repair shop or leather craftsperson could fabricate it for me.
A DYI strap or harness may take some effort but you may design somethg that suits your specific purposes and equipment that can not be found as a stock item.
May 4, 2021 01:10:35 #
I use RRS Arca-Swiss style plates on all camera bodies and long lenses. The plates are either universal(on lenses) or custom designed for the specific body. I use OpTech straps attached to the camera body side strap rings . My 400 mm Tokina lens has no place to put a strap. My 150-500 Sigma lens came from Sigma with a black nylon strap attached to the lens rear metal mounting assembly. I have that strap around my neck when I am mounting/dismounting lens from camera to avoid dropping it. I have only used long lenses attached to monopod or tripod (w/ball head) using an Arca Swiss clamp. When I am not shooting with either lens, it is not on the camera, but in its padded case. Neither lens has any VR.
May 4, 2021 08:13:15 #
May 4, 2021 10:56:48 #
The only brand of strap I buy is OP/TECH.
As for not bothering us anymore, if everyone stopped "bothering us," the site would close down.
As for not bothering us anymore, if everyone stopped "bothering us," the site would close down.
May 4, 2021 10:57:18 #
May 4, 2021 15:58:58 #
I'm an OpTech user as well. Haven't ever had a problem with any of the straps or harnesses from them.
May 6, 2021 06:01:59 #
May 6, 2021 12:57:13 #
DirtFarmer wrote:
But holding the camera with a big, heavy lens, puts strain on the lens mount. In such a case the camera is lighter than the lens and produces less torque on the mount.
I use a 200-500 frequently. I do not use a strap, but carry the lens/camera by the mounting foot on the lens. It makes a good handle. When shooting I either hold the lens in one hand or hold it by the foot.
I use a 200-500 frequently. I do not use a strap, but carry the lens/camera by the mounting foot on the lens. It makes a good handle. When shooting I either hold the lens in one hand or hold it by the foot.
There is another advantage to placing the strap on the lens mount, the lens/camera will balance and hang horizontally which I prefer. I like it that way, I can place a guiding hand on the lens mount and control the lens while walking.
May 6, 2021 13:09:08 #
May 6, 2021 21:35:39 #
Jack I use Peak Design Sling on my D7200. It can handle the weight of the camera ands either my Sigma 100-400 mm or the Sigma 150-600mm contemporary lens. The added bonus is the ease to attach or detach the camera from the strap.
May 6, 2021 21:52:29 #
Jun 2, 2021 18:32:01 #
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