Camera Strap Suggestions?
Jul 12, 2020 08:12:32 #
Jul 12, 2020 08:29:07 #
Cloudy Coast Photography wrote:
Okay Hedgehoggers, I need some help. I just bought a Pentax K1 Mk ii with battery grip. Beautiful camera but damn it’s heavy to be hanging around my neck all day on the chinsy strap that came with it. So, please suggest a better shoulder strap option. I’ve researched a bunch and it seems like a lot of them hang by the tripod mount-hole...this doesn’t seem like a great place to suspend all that weight. Thoughts? Thanks in advance, all.
I carry a 5D Mark IV. It is a beast similar to a K1. I liked the feel of the battery grip but really hated the bulk of it. I rarely use the grip unless I have a long shoot. I have a tripod plate which slides on and off for a wrist brace.
But I’m assuming that’s is not what your in the market for.
I don’t like the propriety stamps because they are thin and advertise your expensive camera.
Let me suggest two choices. The first may be a “rather” bulky harness like a horse bridle. It won’t be attractive but will be extremely sturdy. It could be used for a second body. The other choice is a neoprene after market neck strap. The material is breathable and allows for bouncing while walking. So both choices are available from OpTech. Good luck in your choice.
Happy Shooting!
Jul 12, 2020 08:52:29 #
RichardTaylor wrote:
I am happy with my Optech camera strap.
I'll add another vote for Optech. I purchased their inexpensive cross shoulder strap that carries my camera just a little below my waist and somewhat behind me. It's comfortable yet makes it easy to bring the camera up to your eye. I also like the fact that it attaches to the camera strap points rather than screwing into the camera's tripod mount but other people seem to prefer the latter as being safer.
Jul 12, 2020 08:52:45 #
My all-time favourite:
https://www.optechusa.com/bino-cam-harness.html
The camera hangs in front of you, easy to lift to take photos.
Weight is distributed over both shoulders.
https://www.optechusa.com/bino-cam-harness.html
The camera hangs in front of you, easy to lift to take photos.
Weight is distributed over both shoulders.
Jul 12, 2020 08:59:46 #
Cloudy Coast Photography wrote:
Okay Hedgehoggers, I need some help. I just bought a Pentax K1 Mk ii with battery grip. Beautiful camera but damn it’s heavy to be hanging around my neck all day on the chinsy strap that came with it. So, please suggest a better shoulder strap option. I’ve researched a bunch and it seems like a lot of them hang by the tripod mount-hole...this doesn’t seem like a great place to suspend all that weight. Thoughts? Thanks in advance, all.
Black Rapid or Peak Design!
Jul 12, 2020 09:02:06 #
Jimmy T wrote:
Optechusa also makes an "Urban Sling" completely black with no logo and a cut-resistant braided stainless steel cable for added security.
This sling also has a one-handed quick-adjust system and can be worn cross-body on the left or right shoulder.
https://www.optechusa.com/urban-sling.html
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
Jul 12, 2020 09:11:11 #
johngault007 wrote:
I carry my 5DmIV with the 100-400 with a Peak Desi... (show quote)
Thank you John for info. Watched video and strap looks great.
Jul 12, 2020 09:35:09 #
Agree with JohnGault,
I am happy withe same set up as he has.
Yo can wear as a sash this thus the neck does not suffer. It is your choice
I am happy withe same set up as he has.
Yo can wear as a sash this thus the neck does not suffer. It is your choice
Jul 12, 2020 09:36:41 #
Peak design slide. Got mine used on eBay. Love it. Used to try to carry a backpack now I just sling the camera and go.
Jul 12, 2020 09:40:17 #
Cloudy Coast Photography wrote:
Okay Hedgehoggers, I need some help. I just bought a Pentax K1 Mk ii with battery grip. Beautiful camera but damn it’s heavy to be hanging around my neck all day on the chinsy strap that came with it. So, please suggest a better shoulder strap option. I’ve researched a bunch and it seems like a lot of them hang by the tripod mount-hole...this doesn’t seem like a great place to suspend all that weight. Thoughts? Thanks in advance, all.
Black Rapid sling strap it hangs by your side I bought one years ago it still suits me fine best investment.
Jul 12, 2020 09:57:38 #
Cloudy Coast Photography wrote:
Okay Hedgehoggers, I need some help. I just bought a Pentax K1 Mk ii with battery grip. Beautiful camera but damn it’s heavy to be hanging around my neck all day on the chinsy strap that came with it. So, please suggest a better shoulder strap option. I’ve researched a bunch and it seems like a lot of them hang by the tripod mount-hole...this doesn’t seem like a great place to suspend all that weight. Thoughts? Thanks in advance, all.
Haven't read through the entire thread so this may have been mentioned already, but I've been using a 4V Design leather strap on my Nikon F4 (a beast) and love it. After trying many, many straps, including Peak Design, Optech, Black Rapid, Domke, etc., 4V Design finally gave me the security and comfort I was looking for. Because I hang my camera from my shoulder, I wanted a strap that would grip securely but not irritate even after a day of walking and shooting. 4V does that. Plus it's leather, so it just gets better with time. Worth a look.
Jul 12, 2020 10:10:24 #
I have OpTech. It is flexible/stretchable, so the weight is always displaced, not always jerking on my shoulders when I walk.
Jul 12, 2020 10:38:08 #
Up Strap. http://www.upstrap-pro.com/
I love this company and their ideals. I also have their straps on every one of my carry-able cameras. They stand behind their product and that's a fact.
--Bob
I love this company and their ideals. I also have their straps on every one of my carry-able cameras. They stand behind their product and that's a fact.
--Bob
Cloudy Coast Photography wrote:
Okay Hedgehoggers, I need some help. I just bought a Pentax K1 Mk ii with battery grip. Beautiful camera but damn it’s heavy to be hanging around my neck all day on the chinsy strap that came with it. So, please suggest a better shoulder strap option. I’ve researched a bunch and it seems like a lot of them hang by the tripod mount-hole...this doesn’t seem like a great place to suspend all that weight. Thoughts? Thanks in advance, all.
Jul 12, 2020 11:23:55 #
MrMikeFRPh
Loc: Here, not there
I also use this strap. I bought it for a trip to Alaska last summer. I carried my camera daily do 8-10 hours and never felt any discomfort. It is well worth the price!
Jul 12, 2020 11:24:30 #
I've been using the simple OpTek Pro Loop strap since the F5. About $ 20 at B&H. Best of luck.
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