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Jan 31, 2020 12:05:33   #
Najataagihe
 
dennis2146 wrote:
Meaning no offense I am always amused at posts where people tell us they are going to a different country and want suggestions on carrying the camera or better security tips. What situations do you think you will find in Scotland and Ireland that is not here in America?

Here, we can carry bullet launchers, if we so desire.

Any country (including ours) tends to frown on non-citizens with personal firearms.


In a more serious vein, it is not a bad idea to ask what one can expect to encounter in an unfamiliar area.

Is where I am going safe?

Is it over-run with ne'er-do-wells?

Are pickpockets prevalent?

Etc.


It is not amusing, at all, to run afoul of a foreseeable situation.


There is an old Army poster that said:

"Let no man's soul cry out, "Had I but known...""



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Jan 31, 2020 13:07:25   #
PH CIB
 
Like the first posters I have and like Cotton Carrier, it places the Camera in front on your Chest and You have to rotate the Camera 90 degrees in order to detach it from the Carrier, my Cotton Carrier lets me carry two Cameras with Lenses Attached, although I usually only carry one Camera, I have used the Cotton Carrier System for Hiking and even Bicycling...Very Secure, I also love my Newswear Chestvest, it has four pouches to carry a Camera and three Lenses, or two Cameras and Two Lenses, you can wear it on your side, the pouches are closed with Velcro Flaps and are very Water Resistant, or I prefer carrying on my front with all Four Pouches at my Fingertips and on my front for Protection with my Hands, however Cotton Carrier and the Newswear Chestvest are very noticeable....

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Jan 31, 2020 14:06:21   #
dennis2146 Loc: Eastern Idaho
 
Najataagihe wrote:
Here, we can carry bullet launchers, if we so desire.

Any country (including ours) tends to frown on non-citizens with personal firearms.


In a more serious vein, it is not a bad idea to ask what one can expect to encounter in an unfamiliar area.

Is where I am going safe?

Is it over-run with ne'er-do-wells?

Are pickpockets prevalent?

Etc.


It is not amusing, at all, to run afoul of a foreseeable situation.


There is an old Army poster that said:

"Let no man's soul cry out, "Had I but known...""


Here, we can carry bullet launchers, if we so desi... (show quote)


I don't disagree with you as I carry myself when I am not in California.

But the questions you posed are not the same as the OP posed that I can see. He was asking for a way of carrying his camera. Nothing about pickpockets, safe areas, nere do wells and so on. I didn't notice any mention at all of firearms in his initial post. Did you?

Dennis

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Jan 31, 2020 16:37:45   #
Najataagihe
 
dennis2146 wrote:
I don't disagree with you as I carry myself when I am not in California.

But the questions you posed are not the same as the OP posed that I can see. He was asking for a way of carrying his camera. Nothing about pickpockets, safe areas, nere do wells and so on. I didn't notice any mention at all of firearms in his initial post. Did you?

Dennis

Of course, not.

I was being facetious about the bullet launchers.


You were being amused and I was giving examples of why it was not necessarily amusing, but prudent to get all the information you can about a new area - including how to keep your camera secure, safe from the weather and any walking conditions that might require a different carrying technique than you are used to using.

Social conditions are also a factor when you are considering security, no matter what the activity.

Different places have different rules.

Always be careful in unfamiliar territory.

It's safer!



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Jan 31, 2020 18:06:46   #
Rational1
 
PixelStan77 wrote:
Consider Cotton Carrier. I used that on my trip last year to Scotland and Ireland

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1345430-REG/cotton_carrier_686grey_ccs_g3_camera_harness.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A514&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmsrxBRDaARIsANyiD1rSz-D8Q5U-OdNaev1Q2Tmu8ZlUdSJ7d9nD0y4CERtRbIaTaMhRvccaAtVDEALw_wcB


I second CottonCarrier - I have used the Skout since it was released and found it effortless to carry the camera and to quickly take shots.

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Jan 31, 2020 18:59:28   #
Silverrails
 
Indiana wrote:
Well, I will be going to Scotland and Ireland in a few months and am looking for suggestions or recommendation to accommodate my camera against my chest for quick access and protection for the camera from weather, security, and banging it around while walking. I have the D850 with a 28-300 lens. The camera strap I use is the Upstrap brand and is great for normal usage while holding the camera along side my hip, but isn't very effective inside stores, restaurants, general travel, and other situations. I envisioned a plate that I could attach the camera too it so I could conceal carry with a coat on, yet be readily accessible for photo ops while still protecting the camera from possible self-induced damage. Any suggestions or products out there? Thanks for any response.
Well, I will be going to Scotland and Ireland in a... (show quote)


You might consider a "Belt Holster" and a Wrist Stap on the Camera body. I bought a Cheap plastic "Belt Holster" for less than $5.00 and it serves me quite well. I also have a sturdy Wrist strap attached to my Camera, if it slips out of my Hand, No harm is done. I also have a "Cross-Body" Strap that allows my Camera to Slide up & Down, and sits on my Hip comfortably, really does not Bounce around either when I walk, although Running would present a possible issue, bouncing around. Hope my experience might be some Food for Thought, have fun on your trip.

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Jan 31, 2020 19:04:55   #
ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio
 
Silverrails wrote:
You might consider a "Belt Holster" and a Wrist Stap on the Camera body. I bought a Cheap plastic "Belt Holster" for less than $5.00 and it serves me quite well. I also have a sturdy Wrist strap attached to my Camera, if it slips out of my Hand, No harm is done. I also have a "Cross-Body" Strap that allows my Camera to Slide up & Down, and sits on my Hip comfortably, really does not Bounce around either when I walk, although Running would present a possible issue, bouncing around. Hope my experience might be some Food for Thought, have fun on your trip.
You might consider a "Belt Holster" and ... (show quote)


I have used a wrist strap but it gets uncomfortable on hot days.

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Jan 31, 2020 19:05:38   #
johnny1950 Loc: Palm Coast, Florida
 
Cotton carriers makes a piece that fits on your chest and the camera fits into a fitting on it. You would need a very bulky coat to conceal it. I would also suggest covering the brand name on the camera with gafer tape. reduces impulse theft.

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Jan 31, 2020 21:11:24   #
xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada
 
Indiana wrote:
Well, I will be going to Scotland and Ireland in a few months and am looking for suggestions or recommendation to accommodate my camera against my chest for quick access and protection for the camera from weather, security, and banging it around while walking. I have the D850 with a 28-300 lens. The camera strap I use is the Upstrap brand and is great for normal usage while holding the camera along side my hip, but isn't very effective inside stores, restaurants, general travel, and other situations. I envisioned a plate that I could attach the camera too it so I could conceal carry with a coat on, yet be readily accessible for photo ops while still protecting the camera from possible self-induced damage. Any suggestions or products out there? Thanks for any response.
Well, I will be going to Scotland and Ireland in a... (show quote)


This is the rub of travelling DSLRs. Enjoy the beast or perhaps consider a smaller camera.

Cheers!

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Jan 31, 2020 21:13:43   #
xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada
 
dennis2146 wrote:
Meaning no offense I am always amused at posts where people tell us they are going to a different country and want suggestions on carrying the camera or better security tips. What situations do you think you will find in Scotland and Ireland that is not here in America?

To hopefully answer your question check out Cabela's or Bass Pro Shops if in your area for a harness that holds binoculars/a camera close to your chest to keep it from swinging around.

Have a great trip,

Dennis
Meaning no offense I am always amused at posts whe... (show quote)



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Jan 31, 2020 21:14:13   #
johnny1950 Loc: Palm Coast, Florida
 
Your right that's why I use my Sony A6400 with the pancake 16-55 lens. Small lightweight and does a good job. On a trip it is rare I use my Sony A7RII with the 24 to 240 lens.
Johnny

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Feb 1, 2020 00:38:41   #
dennis2146 Loc: Eastern Idaho
 
Najataagihe wrote:
Of course, not.

I was being facetious about the bullet launchers.


You were being amused and I was giving examples of why it was not necessarily amusing, but prudent to get all the information you can about a new area - including how to keep your camera secure, safe from the weather and any walking conditions that might require a different carrying technique than you are used to using.

Social conditions are also a factor when you are considering security, no matter what the activity.

Different places have different rules.

Always be careful in unfamiliar territory.

It's safer!


Of course, not. br br I was being facetious about... (show quote)


Silly me. And here I was just trying to answer the OP’s question while you were planning his whole trip.

😀😀😀

Dennis

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Feb 1, 2020 10:21:57   #
bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA
 
billnikon wrote:
I use this product when I am riding my bike in Grassy Waters in Florida. But it will do what you want.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1345355-REG/cotton_carrier_147grey_ccs_g3_camera_harness.html?sts=pi&pim=Y


I think those are cool , but my DW would never take me anywhere if I wore one of them

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Feb 1, 2020 11:17:13   #
Najataagihe
 
dennis2146 wrote:
Silly me. And here I was just trying to answer the OP’s question while you were planning his whole trip.

😀😀😀

Dennis

And, now you know!

::ducking::




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Feb 1, 2020 14:15:18   #
dennis2146 Loc: Eastern Idaho
 
Najataagihe wrote:
And, now you know!

::ducking::





My friend I and millions of others have always known. But what you continue to forget is the OP did not ask for that information. I don't have time to write a thesis on any subject brought up just in case the questioner MAY not know.

This is my last word as I the post should belong to the OP who started it rather than inane nonsense.

Dennis

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