Camera straps - again
- Thread starter Belo
- Start date
Ok I'll chime in. I have not had any good experience with any of the straps out there that can provide some comfort when using my heaviest set-up to shoot on events or sports. Using a D800, MB-D12, Nikon 70-200mm f2.8, SB 900 plus their batteries, the entire rig weighs around 7lbs. A little bit less with the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8. No matter how you place it around your body, these combos will tire something either your neck or shoulders.
My $8 solution from an autoparts store. Memory foam cushion for seat belts.
And I do have a picture to share.
Upstrap by gqtuazon, on Flickr
My $8 solution from an autoparts store. Memory foam cushion for seat belts.
And I do have a picture to share.
Upstrap by gqtuazon, on Flickr
nikonpup
Senior Member
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE COTTON CARRIER. WATCH THE VIDEO.Videos – Intro to the Cotton Carrier |Ok I'll chime in. I have not had any good experience with any of the straps out there that can provide some comfort when using my heaviest set-up to shoot on events or sports. Using a D800, MB-D12, Nikon 70-200mm f2.8, SB 900 plus their batteries, the entire rig weighs around 7lbs. A little bit less with the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8. No matter how you place it around your body, these combos will tire something either your neck or shoulders.
My $8 solution from an autoparts store. Memory foam cushion for seat belts.
And I do have a picture to share.
Upstrap by gqtuazon, on Flickr
Hi Ron - although the cotton carrier addresses the proper weight distribution, it is sometimes cumbersome to use especially if it is too hot outside and don't like that vest sticking around you.
I have a Thinktank camera harness with belt system but my wife didn't approve it since she thought I was just either showing off my equipment or over killing it. So there it lies in my closet of barely used equipment accumulating dust.
This is why I resorted to the $8 solution.
I have a Thinktank camera harness with belt system but my wife didn't approve it since she thought I was just either showing off my equipment or over killing it. So there it lies in my closet of barely used equipment accumulating dust.
This is why I resorted to the $8 solution.
I honestly never really gave much thought to camera straps. I use 2" wide heavy duty woven nylon straps on all my cameras and they seem to work fine for me. Since I usually carry my camera bag with me, the straps almost seem superfluous. I guess if I did more "walking around" with cameras it might be more of an issue. I looked at the Black Rapid straps mentioned here and they seem mighty high tech compared to my "plain Jane" straps.
Don Kuykendall_RIP
RIP :(
I don't like to use the Nikon straps either (a bit showy) and just got a Lowepro Transporter camera strap. I always end up just wrapping the strap around my wrist when I shoot. But I've been looking for options for carrying two cameras and like the Blackrapid RS extreme.
Yup. Imagine using two cameras with two heavy lenses, even with the DR1 black rapid strap, you will get tired since I was foolish enough to try it out on a hot sunny day. It made me think that I should have brought a point and shoot instead.
[video=vimeo;12412676]http://vimeo.com/12412676[/video]
Back in the day, photographers often shot weddings with Hasselblads or other medium format cameras and had assistants constanstly loading and unloading backs as the wedding and reception went on. When I got married 31 years ago, the photographer used a Mamiya RB67. We have gotten spoiled, to say the least!!!
Don Kuykendall_RIP
RIP :(
BackdoorArts
Senior Member
i used to play 3 sets a night with a 13lb Alembic bass on my shoulder. I can easily handle a 7 lb Nikon.
Thanx Guys I enjoyed your thoughts and opinions in this thread. I had no idea there were other options than the strap that comes with the camera! I'm a wuss and after an afternoon walking around with camera hanging off my neck I was getting sore. Yesterday I picked up a Carry Speed Pro and WOW! Fantastic! not all all awkward as I thought it might be, easy to use and it comes with a wrist strap and my quick release for my tripod is still attached and ready to be used. I'm so glad I lurked in this thread
I always use a strap. To me, worth it to avoid a dropped camera. I had someone bump into me as I was shooting and if I didn't have a strap, I'd probably been looking for a repair shop. I use a padded strap but wear it as a sling. Works for me. I also carry a point and shoot in my bag; comes in handy when riding in a window seat on bus or train and no room to pivot with a lens.
Don Kuykendall_RIP
RIP :(
Thanx Guys I enjoyed your thoughts and opinions in this thread. I had no idea there were other options than the strap that comes with the camera! I'm a wuss and after an afternoon walking around with camera hanging off my neck I was getting sore. Yesterday I picked up a Carry Speed Pro and WOW! Fantastic! not all all awkward as I thought it might be, easy to use and it comes with a wrist strap and my quick release for my tripod is still attached and ready to be used. I'm so glad I lurked in this thread
View 2 looks very close to what I have. Mine was the tripod mount which is great if you don't use the tripod very often. I have started using mine more often and the Boss Tail was the perfect solution for me.
I learn something new everyday here in the forum
nikonpup
Senior Member
you are a senior memberthanx guys i enjoyed your thoughts and opinions in this thread. I had no idea there were other options than the strap that comes with the camera! I'm a wuss and after an afternoon walking around with camera hanging off my neck i was getting sore. Yesterday i picked up a carry speed pro and wow! Fantastic! Not all all awkward as i thought it might be, easy to use and it comes with a wrist strap and my quick release for my tripod is still attached and ready to be used. I'm so glad i lurked in this thread
lurking is expected. You can take more pictures now with a healthy neck.Don Kuykendall_RIP
RIP :(
you are a senior member
Lurking is MANDATORY
nikonpup
Senior Member
what, no smiley face or lol.