Sling Strap tripod mount question (Page 2): My standard is to use the lens foot hole if it has one and the tripod hole on the body if it doesn't. It's really the bigger lenses that put...

phlash46 Loc: Westchester County, New York

My standard is to use the lens foot hole if it has one and the tripod hole on the body if it doesn't. It's really the bigger lenses that put the strain on the lens mount; the strain isn't on the tripod threads, I've never, ever heard of that failing.

Jaackil Loc: Massachusetts

nikonbug wrote:

If it is safe, I have a question for those that carry it upside down. (I carry mine from the strap mount) Is it faster to orient the camera from upside down over carrying it in a more upright position.

In other words, why do you like the upside down position?

I can't tell you this with scientific certaintly but it seems to me that when I reach down and back which is where the camera sits(down and slightly behind my hip) the camera is in the correct position for my hand to grab it. Where as if it were upright in that position I would be grabbing it upside down. Does that make sense? As far as whether it is quicker or not. I do not really think it matters all that much, It is definately not any slower although I have never put a stop watch on it.

David Kay Loc: Arlington Heights IL

[quote=Gene51]Nikon sells the strap with their logo on it. That speaks volumes to whether or not it is strong enough. If you think about it, putting a camera on a tripod with a lens on it puts far more stress on the tripod screw socket than letting it dangle from a Black Rapid strap. Especially if the lens is a collarless zoom.

Gene,

Thanks for the information. Being an avid Nikon user, I have never seen the BR strap with the Nikon logo. Can you direct me to the website or location of this item so that I can purchase it?

Thanks so much, appreciate your help.

David.

lone ranger Loc: Port Saint Lucie, Florida

try b & H or Amazon, they both offer it, and i can tell you this, its wonderful!!

Jaackil Loc: Massachusetts

[quote=David Kay]

Gene51 wrote:

Nikon sells the strap with their logo on it. That ... (show quote)

David I just Googled Nikon sling strap. B&H is selling it for $99. About $30 more than the non Nikon one. I did not bother looking at any of the other links that came up

David Kay Loc: Arlington Heights IL

Jaackil wrote:

David I just Googled Nikon sling strap. B&H is selling it for $99. About $30 more than the non Nikon one. I did not bother looking at any of the other links that came up

thanks

Rick from NY Loc: Sarasota FL

The "upside down" position (lens pointed down) makes it natural to just reach to my hip, grab the right side of my camera without looking and swinging it up to my eye in one continuous motion. I would not even consider hanging the camera any other way and if you are using a BR type sling, I am not sure you can hang it anyway other than lens pointed down. Not about to try.

teesquare Loc: USA

www.peakdesign.com

The BEST thought out strap and carry system. And.....it uses an Arca-Swiss plate - so - you can go from the carry - via push button release - to shoot - to tripod. Within a second.

Yeah...really....
:-D

Blasthoff Loc: Life halved NY and IN

nikonbug wrote:

If it is safe, I have a question for those that carry it upside down. (I carry mine from the strap mount) Is it faster to orient the camera from upside down over carrying it in a more upright position.

In other words, why do you like the upside down position?

The whole concept of the camera being "upside down" IS speed. When you reach down your hand is immediately on the camera grip. It works very well for what it does. My own personal problem is I can't get over feeling uncomfortable with bare camera and lens hanging at my side. I fear "banging" it into something.

teesquare Loc: USA

Blasthoff wrote:

The whole concept of the camera being "upside down" IS speed. When you reach down your hand is immediately on the camera grip. It works very well for what it does. My own personal problem is I can't get over feeling uncomfortable with bare camera and lens hanging at my side. I fear "banging" it into something.

Again ...please LOOK at the way the Peak Design Capture works.

For me, it solved exactly what you describe. I hated the way my cameras dangled and flopped from a typical strap, or even the ball tipped screw into the socket type carry systems. This device puts your camera exactly where you naturally place your hand, and releases it from a locked in place, no flop - around carry device on your belt. With the pressing of a single button, which is directly where your finger points, as you grip your camera. Pure genius... You can have it lens down, or lens pointing in the direction of your choosing.

I ( like many of us ) had a spendy collection of straps and carry devices ( including Cotton Carrier,Black Rapid, and every other type you can imagine.
I use "had" - because after using the Peak Design system for a while - I junked all of the others.
It is worth your time to look at it, and try it out.

rrayrob Loc: Las Vegas, NV

Have been using sling strap with Nikon 7100 & 18-200mm for over a year with no problems. generally don't let camera swing free all the time. Do check that it is screwed in tightly from time to time. Just got a Tamron 150-600 mm and will support that with hand while using sling strap due to weight.

peterg Loc: Santa Rosa, CA

No problems with Black Rapid with a Nikon D4 & 70-300mm lens. For heavier lenses, I attach the BR to the lens, not the camera.

teesquare Loc: USA

So...with a sling strap - you have one hand committed to hold your camera - right?
And while we all have done that - for years...Does it not make you wonder if there is a way to secure your camera, make it readily accessible, AND free up you other hand - in the event you are climbing, falling, or in any situation that it would benefit you to have both hands available - THEN reach for your camera quickly?
It is hard to visualize - I know. That is why I keep pointing to the Peak Design website.
FWIW - I am NOT connected to them in any manner - other than being a very happy, paying customer.

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

nikonbug wrote:

If it is safe, I have a question for those that carry it upside down. (I carry mine from the strap mount) Is it faster to orient the camera from upside down over carrying it in a more upright position.

In other words, why do you like the upside down position?

It's faster . . .

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

Dangling a camera unprotected and connected to a strap by ANY means is dangerous in my book ! ......