Blackrapid wrist strap - short review

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I've used the wrist strap each time I've been out with my camera. The strap does give a lot of confidence that the camera isn't going to slip from my grasp & it is completely out of the way from the camera controls & operation. Attaching is quick & easy, although the rubber washer makes me feel that long term it may become harder to tighten. For that reason, I leave the strap connected most of the time.

On walkabout, the strap makes you carry the camera in your hand & less likely to put it in a case. After an hour, I do start to feel the weight of the camera, but the camera is at the ready for a shot at any moment. I find this very convenient. In warm weather, my wrist had some sweat under the strap, but it was not too uncomfortable. Wearing long sleeves, the strap was almost invisible, which I liked.

Leaving the strap connected, makes the camera a little unsteady after a shoot when leaving on a desk for instance, as it does not sit flat. I find this to be the biggest inconvenience. Also, I now realise why they make a nylon coated tripod screw as the metal tripod screw & metal connector can rattle as they knock together. After use, removing the strap is a little awkward as I am using my left hand, whilst still holding the camera with my right hand. The best way I found to get out of the strap was to wriggle my wrist around, while supporting the camera with my left hand.

Quality of construction is very good & I felt it to be worth the money. The strap is smaller than I expected & overall I am pleased with my purchase.

 

[carguy]

I've had this strap since November and use it frequently. I usually set my camera down on the side to leave it stable.

 

[Horoscope Fish]

Love my BR Wrist strap. It's all but replaced my sling strap (still have it, rarely use it now). I attach my wrist strap carabiner to the strap lug on the camera body using a split ring, though, instead of using the tripod socket. This way, I can keep the fingers of my right hand curled around the body of the camera, which keeps everything under control, and the camera sits level when I set it down on a flat surface.

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[Krs_2007]

Mine stays on all the time and pretty much has since I purchased it. One of the best accessories that I have purchased, next my L-Bracket. I also just picked up the Blackrapid Lockstar Carabiner Protector, this gives you a little more added protection and so far I like it. As far as the blackrapid straps, I use the tether kit that attaches the strap lug and the other end I attach back to the Carabiner. It gives me two points of attachment in case one fails.

 

[weebee]

I've used mine a few times. Great for crowded areas where you might get bumped and loose grip of your camera. I ordered one from Adorama first, but they were back ordered. So I got one from B&H. But, I forgot to cancel the order from Adorama. Now, I have another on the way! I also connect mine to the strap lug.