Carry camera away from midline?
May 30, 2022 19:24:49 #
vanderhala
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on my backpack strap: away from the midline as camera (especially with longer lens) in midline would obstruct my view of feet and ground (and short 5'4").
Recently in the Page AZ slot canyons I was presented with the problem that they did not allow backpacks (even empty). I ended up using my old carrying strap (using Peak Design anchor links I had for back-up) but was not happy. Also tried the clip on my belt, but it hangs too low and sticks out with danger of baking up the camera.
I have seen recent posts of different solutions (Move and Cotton Carrier) with the original slot replaced with a Peak design clip, but these place the camera+lens in midline.
My question for UHH: is there such a strap where the clip ends up away from the midline?
Recently in the Page AZ slot canyons I was presented with the problem that they did not allow backpacks (even empty). I ended up using my old carrying strap (using Peak Design anchor links I had for back-up) but was not happy. Also tried the clip on my belt, but it hangs too low and sticks out with danger of baking up the camera.
I have seen recent posts of different solutions (Move and Cotton Carrier) with the original slot replaced with a Peak design clip, but these place the camera+lens in midline.
My question for UHH: is there such a strap where the clip ends up away from the midline?
May 30, 2022 22:44:49 #
vanderhala wrote:
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on ... (show quote)
Three hours without a response makes me feel I'm not the only one who doesn't fully understand the question?
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May 31, 2022 01:24:16 #
vanderhala wrote:
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on ... (show quote)
Any sling strap will carry the camera away from the midline. I use a variety of Black Rapid slings.
May 31, 2022 05:38:17 #
I carry my camera the same as you using the Peak Design Capture clip on my backpack, with the sling strap for emergencies. Sounds like you need something like a pair of Tool Belt Suspenders/Work Suspenders with Padded Foam Adjustable Shoulder Straps, search Amazon. They should provide a harness similar to what you are use to sans the prohibited backpack. I would not trust my camera to cheaper work suspenders with the alligator clips.
May 31, 2022 07:40:51 #
vanderhala wrote:
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on ... (show quote)
Yes. It is called a "wrist strap." Keeps the camera where it should be, in the operating hand. Neck straps for cameras are typical "Griswold" fantasy, senseless!
May 31, 2022 07:43:45 #
photon-collector
Loc: Tampa Bay Area, Florida
vanderhala wrote:
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on ... (show quote)
You might want to investigate the Op/Tech line of sling harnesses. Mine can be configured for left, right or center carry...or 2 devices left and right. It is very comfortable and safe for even very heavy loads. I added the Peak Design Anchors, which connect camera to harness with quick disconnect disks. Relatively inexpensive and a pleasure to use.
May 31, 2022 08:45:35 #
vanderhala
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
[quote=tkraatz] pair of Tool Belt Suspenders/Work Suspenders with Padded Foam Adjustable Shoulder Straps, search Amazon. ....
Thank you that is a good suggestion.
For those unclear about my question and suggesting slings and wrist straps: the idea is to carry the camera high up and away from the midline, and not sling around; I should have hands free to be able to hike with hiking poles addable to climb using both hands without holding the camera or worrying it might swing against walls of narrow slots (would this happen again).
The Cotton Carrier and Movo from previous posts place the camera in midline. The Optech places the camera low and they are loose, OK for photoshoots but not in terrain.
Thank you that is a good suggestion.
For those unclear about my question and suggesting slings and wrist straps: the idea is to carry the camera high up and away from the midline, and not sling around; I should have hands free to be able to hike with hiking poles addable to climb using both hands without holding the camera or worrying it might swing against walls of narrow slots (would this happen again).
The Cotton Carrier and Movo from previous posts place the camera in midline. The Optech places the camera low and they are loose, OK for photoshoots but not in terrain.
May 31, 2022 09:02:52 #
I have a D750 and will occasionally mount the 70-300 lens on it. That makes the apparatus a real "tank," heavy. I've been using a binocular strap for years. It takes the weight off the neck and places it on the shoulders where it's not an issue. I put those annoying fingernail tearing key rings on the lugs of the camera. The binocular strap has spring clips that then hook to the key rings. I can easily unhook the camera from the strap if need be. This has been a very workable solution for me. I just don't trust those straps that use the tripod mount. The binocular strap may not be the easiest thing to get into, but once it's on it stays on for the day.
May 31, 2022 09:11:07 #
vanderhala
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
FredCM wrote:
I have a D750 and will occasionally mount the 70-3... (show quote)
The binocular straps I saw were elastic and not sturdy enough to carry a heavy camera, they are designed to allow moving binoculars from chest to eye level. Usually binoculars hang in midline. Can you show me details of what you did?
May 31, 2022 09:12:55 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
vanderhala wrote:
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on ... (show quote)
Take a look at the various "hand hold straps" available....but if you want it hanging on your body while hiking, perhaps some sort of shoulder/chest harness, above the waist??
May 31, 2022 09:29:37 #
vanderhala
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
olemikey wrote:
Take a look at the various "hand hold straps" available....but if you want it hanging on your body while hiking, perhaps some sort of shoulder/chest harness, above the waist??
Usually too low; and I don't like things hanging on my belt - a (fairly) heavy camera like my D7200 pull my pants down and the camera gets shocked every time you take a step.
Thanks.
May 31, 2022 09:36:36 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
vanderhala wrote:
Usually too low; and I don't like things hanging on my belt - a (fairly) heavy camera like my D7200 pull my pants down and the camera gets shocked every time you take a step.
Thanks.
Thanks.
A shoulder/chest harness would be well above the waist.....No I wouldn't hang any camera (esp with long lens) from my waist, too great a chance for collision with objects around you.
May 31, 2022 11:31:07 #
May 31, 2022 11:36:16 #
I recently purchased a Sevenoak SK-MSP01 which is a 1 or 2 camera vest with a side holster. I used it when I went hiking in Arches and Canyonlands and it was the best purchase I have made. I only used it for one camera but it could be used with 2. I basically hung the camera from around my mid-chest and when wanted to take an image I easily picked the camera up and shot. The camera hangs lens down. I agree I wouldnt hang a long lens from the side holster.
May 31, 2022 11:40:49 #
Mr Bill 2011
Loc: southern Indiana
vanderhala wrote:
I usually carry my camera via peak design clip on ... (show quote)
what about a fishing vest? They usually have D rings off center; attach with a spring clip.
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