Camera Harness
Aug 7, 2013 05:58:25 #
Aug 7, 2013 06:23:12 #
kit_kit wrote:
Another op-tech advantage is their interchangeable connectors which enable you to quickly switch from their harness to their wrist strap.
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Aug 7, 2013 06:57:58 #
I dont use a harness, but I do use the think Tank belt and a couple of lens changer bags. They work well for me.
For my strap I use a Joby Womens camera strap. I have not had a problem with having the camera and lens attach to the tripod attach point
For my strap I use a Joby Womens camera strap. I have not had a problem with having the camera and lens attach to the tripod attach point
Aug 7, 2013 07:07:09 #
I use the Cotton Carrier system and really like it. It's not cheap but is very well built and comfortable. You can also carry two cameras with it.
Aug 7, 2013 07:11:30 #
Bruce with a Canon wrote:
IMHO an sling, or harness (OPTECH user here) that ... (show quote)
If you can afford "L lenses" (plural!), you can probably hire a porter and a Hertz truck to carry the equipment. :lol:
Aug 7, 2013 07:14:55 #
jensbirch.smugmug.com/Photography/Gear/
This person makes very interesting gear. I know a woman with a back injury who used this for her 500mm lens. She said it was fantastic.
I made a a version of this for myself. The biggest difference is that I did not have a leather holder for the tripod, but instead I used a small camera case attached with clips to the waist.
Good luck in finding what you are looking for.
Take care, and take pictures, Ceil
This person makes very interesting gear. I know a woman with a back injury who used this for her 500mm lens. She said it was fantastic.
I made a a version of this for myself. The biggest difference is that I did not have a leather holder for the tripod, but instead I used a small camera case attached with clips to the waist.
Good luck in finding what you are looking for.
Take care, and take pictures, Ceil
Aug 7, 2013 07:18:58 #
CurreyPhoto
Loc: Reddick, Florida
that said, "opinions vary"
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Aug 7, 2013 07:39:32 #
Another Op-Tech user here...Best bang for the buck...Keep in mind that they offer two different harness styles. One is a fixed size (may be too large for some smaller framed individuals) & an "expandable" version. The expandable has elastic in the construction & some don't like it as heavier camera/lens combos tend to sag...
Aug 7, 2013 07:44:16 #
Checkout Ezeestrap.com, I love mine and camera is not swinging as you walk.
Aug 7, 2013 07:48:07 #
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Aug 7, 2013 08:19:49 #
ottopj
Loc: Annapolis, MD USA
For about 10 years, I've used a harness for binoculars and loved it. Called: Vortex Binocular Harness Strap
http://www.wildbirdsandbeyond.com/ecomm/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=635&idcategory=88
Also available at Amazon.com. Both places have it for $22.
http://www.wildbirdsandbeyond.com/ecomm/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=635&idcategory=88
Also available at Amazon.com. Both places have it for $22.
Aug 7, 2013 08:23:34 #
Marilyng wrote:
oh thanks I will check this out!
Marilyn
Marilyn
OpTech USA
I love them. Very comfy for all day use. Also supports the camera with the original strap supports.
Aug 7, 2013 08:29:13 #
kinghen wrote:
Black rapid uses the tri pod lug to mount. Like was said before, a tripod mount is designed to hold the camera to the tripod and not support the weight of the camera hanging. I have seen photos of the damage caused by using the tripod mount to support your camera. The photo shows that the tripod mount did not pull out of the camera body, instead the bottom of the camera case just broke out and caused the camera to fall.
If you don't like your camera, support it by the tripod mount.
Aug 7, 2013 08:54:22 #
Marilyng wrote:
I was hoping one of you experts could point me to camera harness. There are a lot of them out there & I have no idea what to look for other than one that holds a camera. I need it for my Nikon D5100 with my 55-300 zoom lens. When I walk in the park I like to have my camera ready & not in my camera bag & as you all know it gets heavy after I have walked an hour or so. Any suggestions?
thanks
thanks
I use one from Black Rapid for when I have to lug around two bodies, which are quite heavy - D600 with 300 f4 + TC 1.4 and the D7100 with the new 80~400 G VRII. I have a safety tether for a "just in case" situation, but so far no issues.
I do double check everything for security before setting out though.
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