camera straps: usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around. sometimes in my back, the i have to stop unpack and take my shot. i have seen some ads for a harness type where...

kliese

usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around. sometimes in my back, the i have to stop unpack and take my shot. i have seen some ads for a harness type where it looks like it attaches and stays a bit more static
Any advice out there. headed on a multi city adventure this summer

Dwiggy Loc: Dunedin, FL

kliese wrote:

usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around. sometimes in my back, the i have to stop unpack and take my shot. i have seen some ads for a harness type where it looks like it attaches and stays a bit more static
Any advice out there. headed on a multi city adventure this summer

I use a strap similar to the Black Rapid strap that looks something like this one found at B&H Photo: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1388308-REG/blackrapid_481001_rs_4_breathe_camera_strap.html?ap=y&smp=y&msclkid=16e92372ce811764bf8846aa0b4c1e24. I've never had an issue just make sure it is secure.

However, this one is pricey because of the name on it. I have purchased much cheaper ones exactly like this via Ebay and other venues. Look around if your interested in a strap like this.

Bill_de Loc: US

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/search-topic-list?q=camera+straps&sectnum=0&username=

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wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

kliese wrote:

usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around. sometimes in my back, the i have to stop unpack and take my shot. i have seen some ads for a harness type where it looks like it attaches and stays a bit more static
Any advice out there. headed on a multi city adventure this summer

Look at the MindShift Gear BackLight 18L Backpack (Woodland Green) or MindShift Gear BackLight 26L Backpack (Woodland Green). It can be swung around from the backpack position to in front of you and has a support cord to keep the equipment from falling as one changes equipment. The backpack works well even if you take it off your back a put it on the ground since the backpack's padding never touches the ground (faces up when on the ground for equipment access). There are some LowePro and Manfrotto backpack that are good, but the MindShift have been the most lmpressive as for true access to one's equipment.

TonyP Loc: New Zealand

kliese wrote:

usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around. sometimes in my back, the i have to stop unpack and take my shot. i have seen some ads for a harness type where it looks like it attaches and stays a bit more static
Any advice out there. headed on a multi city adventure this summer

I've used the Optech/USA system for years. Well not really 'system' but I have the wrist strap and a neck strap. Comfortable enough but Ive always found the big plastic clips hanging off the side of the camera annoying when using a tripod. Also, my arthritic fingers find it difficult to squeeze the clips to disengage the strap when the weather turns cold.
Have just ordered these as a replacement https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1372679-REG/peak_design_sl_bk_3_slide_camera_strap_black.html/reviews
Read the reviews. The little red dot hanging from the camera is far more discrete than those big plastic clips I reckon.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

There are a lot of harness systems and I’m not really a big fan. I often hike with a camera and I prefer a neck strap but I wear it crossbody rather than hanging straight down and it’s pretty stable that way. I specifically use the Peak Design Slide strap and it’s very easy to pop the strap off to use a tripod.

Ednsb Loc: Santa Barbara

look at canvas carrier. They have a number of solutions. Also Peak Design

MadMikeOne Loc: So. NJ Shore - a bit west of Atlantic City

Ednsb wrote:

look at canvas carrier. They have a number of solutions. Also Peak Design

Do you mean "Cotton Carrier"?

druthven

kliese wrote:

usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around. sometimes in my back, the i have to stop unpack and take my shot. i have seen some ads for a harness type where it looks like it attaches and stays a bit more static
Any advice out there. headed on a multi city adventure this summer

Definitely Go and check out Cotton Carrier. I have used their systems for years. My preference is the Sling Belt where the camera is positioned on the hip area. The harness systems carry the camera on the chest area and my concern is the possibility of tripping and falling forward on the camera and my concern is not for damage to the camera.

I spent two weeks with a Nikon D7100 and 18-140 lens walking around Paris last fall and barely noticed it.

zug55 Loc: Naivasha, Kenya, and Austin, Texas

I have used peak design straps for years and love their system. They have three different straps.
Peak Design Leash Camera Strap: strong enough for mirrorless camera with prime or small zoom lens (I own two of those)
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1352297-REG/peak_design_l_bl_3_leash_quick_connecting_versatile_camera.html
Peak Design Slide Lite Camera Strap: I use this for large zooms (I have one of them).
They also make a heavy-duty Peak Design Slide Camera Strap--I never saw the need to get one of those.

The straps are long enough to wear crossbody even for a big person and are fully adjustable. The beauty of the system is that you easily can take of the strap when it is not needed.

In place of a harness I use a peak design clip that easily adjusts to the strap of your backpack or sling bag. You can easily clip in your camera when you don't use it and take it off just as easily. I would not use this with a very heavy kit, like with a large telephoto lens.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1372683-REG/peak_design_cp_bk_3_capture_camera_clip_black.html

btbg

TonyP wrote:

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If you don't like the plastic clips just take a pair of pliers and break them off. They aren't needed as long as you are just attaching the strap to the camera and not attaching anything else to the strap.

John N Loc: HP14 3QF Stokenchurch, UK

A possible solution, depending on where you're wandering. When out walking the local footpaths and further I've taken to securing the camera with 24-105 lens to a monopod and carrying it over my shoulder. I find it quite comfortable and seems to add stability when I frame a shot. And it's a defenite boon if I swap to a larger lens.

I use a Vanguard monopod and ball head kit with an arca fitting. Not the best (and a long way from budget) but I feel it offers excellent value for money.

gwong1 Loc: Tampa, FL

If you are looking for a harness, consider Cotton Carrier. I do not own one, but the people I know that do, seem to like it. Gary https://www.cottoncarrier.com/pages/camera-harness

jbk224 Loc: Long Island, NY

kliese wrote:

usually my camera is in my left hand as i wander around.

Are you left handed? If so, you may want to check out Black Rapid's two LH straps.
https://www.blackrapid.com/all/camerastraps/single-camera-straps/

I have the original Sport Breathe/RH. I switched to Peak Design's Slide Light and Cuff because of ease of 'use'. But, I have to say that the BR is more comfortable for multiple days.

AndyT Loc: Hampstead, New Hampshire

druthven wrote:

Definitely Go and check out Cotton Carrier. I have used their systems for years. My preference is the Sling Belt where the camera is positioned on the hip area. The harness systems carry the camera on the chest area and my concern is the possibility of tripping and falling forward on the camera and my concern is not for damage to the camera.

I spent two weeks with a Nikon D7100 and 18-140 lens walking around Paris last fall and barely noticed it.

I had a D7100 with the 18-140. I regret selling it. Really nice images.