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I need input on a good strap....
Sep 21, 2015 20:39:29 #
Hi all! I really dislike my strap..the camera hangs down-lens first. I know I have read about a strap that you can get that holds the camera "in place"..ideas appreciated :wink:
Sep 21, 2015 20:59:02 #
I really like the "Slide" by Peak Design, but I like it precisely because the camera hangs lens down. Go figure...
Sep 21, 2015 21:10:26 #
Op Tech USA sling strap. I have one on each camera and love them.
Seattle Otter wrote:
Hi all! I really dislike my strap..the camera hangs down-lens first. I know I have read about a strap that you can get that holds the camera "in place"..ideas appreciated :wink:
Sep 21, 2015 21:26:43 #
Seattle Otter wrote:
Hi all! I really dislike my strap..the camera hangs down-lens first. I know I have read about a strap that you can get that holds the camera "in place"..ideas appreciated :wink:
I've used Upstrap products for years. They are a great company. Write me a PM if you want details. The products are well made, components are made in the U.S. and reasonably priced.
www.upstrap-pro.com
--Bob
Sep 21, 2015 21:28:05 #
I also have an OP Tech sling strap. I like it because it attaches to the top camera strap lugs instead of the tripod mount. I have more expensive tripod mount straps, but don't really like or trust using the tripod mounts.
Sep 21, 2015 21:31:58 #
Sep 21, 2015 21:42:49 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Seattle Otter wrote:
Hi all! I really dislike my strap..the camera hangs down-lens first. I know I have read about a strap that you can get that holds the camera "in place"..ideas appreciated :wink:
You actually don't say what kind of camera you are using or what kind of strap and how its attached. Even if you are using a neck strap, if you have a heavy lens attached it "hangs down-lens first". We really need more feedback before we can make any meaningful suggestions.
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Sep 21, 2015 22:06:00 #
OP Tech for me also. Check out their line. You won't be sorry and the prices are right. djt
Sep 21, 2015 22:23:08 #
Sep 21, 2015 23:54:22 #
You need a strap that connects to the lugs at the top corners of the camera body. Even so, if you have a heavy lens on the camera, it will hang down. I don't know what you mean by "in place".
Sep 22, 2015 00:37:41 #
19104
Loc: Philadelphia
i prefer a strap that connects to the tripod socket. I have taken the top plate off many cameras and was always amazed by how small the stud that they used for the lugs. i use the Custom slr straps. i like the fact that you can set it and forget it. http://www.customslr.com/collections/full-catalog
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Sep 22, 2015 01:03:13 #
mwsilvers
Loc: Central New Jersey
Everyone seems to be forgetting that the OP isn't asking about straps in general. He is asking for a strap that will prevent the attached lens from pointing down while he carries it. We need more feedback from him on the "issue" he's having
Sep 22, 2015 02:05:41 #
Seattle Otter wrote:
Perhaps something like this Hi all! I really dislike my strap..the camera hangs down-lens first. I know I have read about a strap that you can get that holds the camera "in place"..ideas appreciated :wink:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/847387-REG/Think_Tank_258_Camera_Support_Straps_V2_0.html
But, you will need this to go with it
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/847334-REG/Think_Tank_582_Shoulder_Harness_V2_0_Black.html
Even though I feel this would put undue stress on the lens and mount if you had a heavy lens on your camera, not to mention feeling somewhat awkward. Most straps, slings, harnesses, etc. have the camera in the lens down position for a reason.....or two :wink:
Sep 22, 2015 05:34:25 #
guitarbts
Loc: Charlotte, NC
Dan821 wrote:
Op Tech Sling Straps on everything.
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Sep 22, 2015 06:32:43 #
Seattle Otter wrote:
Hi all! I really dislike my strap..the camera hangs down-lens first. I know I have read about a strap that you can get that holds the camera "in place"..ideas appreciated :wink:
I've tried some that are always recommended here, and I settled on OP/TECH. They make excellent quality products, a good variety, and they all snap together - mix and match. I use their regular strap (I forget the exact name) for my cameras, with different colored top pieces so I can tell the cameras apart easily. When I carry two cameras, I use their Double Sling.
http://optechusa.com/double-sling.html
I like the looks of the REporter strap. Mine are similar to that.
http://optechusa.com/straps/reporter-strap.html
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