wj cody Loc: springfield illinois

i'm old and have the world's worst spine. so, in order to dodder around with cameras i used a wheeled camera bag. holds 2 bodies (camera, not the others), 4/5 lenses, 4 film backs and 2 light meters, plus tripod.

not for quick picture taking, but it enables me to get around and make pictures.

Jim Bainbridge Loc: Colorado

I picked up Vanguard Outlawz 17z Zoom Bag . Its fairly comfortable and has easy access to camera, the case comes w/ extra strap that can be worn around thigh wile being secured by your belt and neck strap, found this most easy to use in heavy cover/field work, although it can be worn around your neck too. I bought the bigger case for a later lens purchase down the road. Copy and paste it, see if it might be what your looking for.

Stanley Fleming Loc: Maine/Florida

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Rapid-Sport-Camera-Strap/dp/B005636M58/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1395161370&sr=8-16&keywords=black+rapid+camera+strap

My needs are simple - I want to have my Canon SX50 with me when I am sightseeing - it is light weight and the only camera I carry - no lenses etc.

The only down side I have found is that the strap makes it more difficult to 'put away' the camera when I get in my RV - however, when I am getting in and out often I just keep it on - works pretty good even with the seat belt on.

I thought I would like a holster attached to my belt, it would be nice to eliminate the shoulder strap (for ease of storage) BUT my son tried one and the camera fell out - he is a professional photographer and got a top of the line holster and decided a strap was safer.

Remember, I am only carrying a lightweight camera. I have found that I do not use a tripod very often now that I have the SX50. So, having the strap attached with a secure clip has not been a problem to remove the few times I do want a tripod. The tripod quick release plate is always on the camera.

The over the shoulder across my chest strap works for me because in my situation.

soli Loc: London, UK.

Have you thought of a harness ? This spreads the weight across your chest and you can walk around with it all day. I am 86 & I too have an 800.

Zaydewise Loc: Nashville TN

Can you recommend a harness brand

Capn_Dave

The Cotton Carrier. It's a harness and comes with a holster that can be used alone or with the haness so you can carry two cameras at the same time. I have never had the cameras come out of either. The harness also comes with lanyards just in case you miss the catch. Don't ask me how I know about that.

http://www.cottoncarrier.com/

wlgoode Loc: Globe, AZ

How convenient is it? Is it a chore to get the camera to eye level and does it take several seconds?

Ted Liette Loc: Greenville, Ohio

I know this is off the subject but Soli you don't look 86 years young, congratulations! By the way, I have a Optech strap, but ask me in 4 weeks if I like it, I'll be home from vacation by then.

gemartin Loc: Statesboro, GA

I agree, Think Tank Steroid Speed Belt, Pixel Racing Harness, Backpack Connection Kit, Holsters, and a Black Rapid RS7 strap when I have to lug heavy gear very far. The combination of the harness, the pouches, and large belt nicely distributes the weight. I had an accident a few years ago and have to be very cautious about the evenness of the terrain I am walking on. When the path is uneven, the use of the Think Tank system has made it possible for me to be able to walk into remote locations with my gear (even better than a backpack for me).

I use the RS7 strap on my camera to allow me to "quickly" get camera into shooting position (rather than carry the camera in a holster).

FYI, I also bought into the Carry Speed Pro strap, but it really is flawed design, so I do not recommend it.

I have the Spyder Holster as well but do not use it (there was no loving it the few times I tried it, nothing specific, just no joy with it).

Think Tank is running a free belt special until April 15 and it makes their already affordable systems even better. http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=pluewqbab&v=001-uqe82qIMgnCpueiUDLNDZGK13BQGG516bCCU5LD8Kuqh1IEc3xh7p4XTEWv7yh3IMAW9NsrvQ4R45iFVOTuBmEMbrne0cpTZm25InO2gPtpJoJf2FL61uWost_FyRQZ

Worthy of checking out their offerings.

Bluemeanie

try Black Rapids

wlgoode Loc: Globe, AZ

I'm looking for a rather minimalist holster for my DSLR to combine with my OpTech Sling strap to keep it from acting like a pendulum when hiking. I'd like to find something to accept an acratech baseplate which I like to keep attached to my camera.

Any ideas?

antlertwo Loc: Ballston Spa, New York

You may want to look at Think Tank holster. I have two sizes, the larger for a camera body and 300 mm f4 lens. I bought the belt, holster and extra lens pouches, all of which attach to the belt.

wlgoode Loc: Globe, AZ

Thanks, when I said minimalist I meant a device to use on my belt to attach the acratech base to. I really don't want that type of "bag."

Thinking of making one.

wonkytripod Loc: Peterborough UK

I have adapted a military assault (MOLLE system) vest so that I can slip the l support bracket on the lens in to a small pouch set at the right height on the vest still using the neck strap as well. The weight of the camera and lens is then taken across the whole of your shoulders rather than just your neck.

wlgoode Loc: Globe, AZ

Exactly. and a bag type holster would be too restricting for wildlife. The Spyder Holster looks good but I'd rather leave my acratech release plate on for my tripod or monopod.