Jul 9, 2014, 15:20
Go on Dave, post the pics. let's see what you're talking about.
Best regards.
Phil.
Best regards.
Phil.
Jul 9, 2014, 15:20
Go on Dave, post the pics. let's see what you're talking about.
Best regards. Phil.
Jul 10, 2014, 14:54
Hi Phil,
As requested, this shows the zoom lens straps. Those who have this sigma lens know ti comes with a strap like this (but it is an extra strap to carry, and has uncomfortable webbing on the neck.) They might also see I have cut down the tripod mount ring and tounded all sharp corners. Also shows DIY neoprene lens protector on the hood - cut from old laptop bag and fixed with elastic band and just the strap part. Got cheapest Optech extensions, and manfrotto pl200 for the screw fitting from ebay. Rest I had. The plate is 1.5 or 2mm stainless steel. Side view (apologies for focus) shows 1mm solid rubber which also keeps screw captive. Got an unexpected bonus - I rotate the tripod ring to about 8 o'clock when using hand-held to keep out of the way. When used with this strap it results in the camera and lens laying almost flat across the body - just make sure you put belt buckles to the side! The hand loop was easy - just a spare bit of webbing. Just fit on extensions before clipping together for very safe hand strap. Just in case you think I'm a bit obsessive about this, I used to be a land surveyor lugging stuff over the countryside. I pretty quickly got into sorting out the minimalist options to reduce weight and clutter (for me) - and yes, I did drop something valuable once once again, preview doesn't show uploaded images so hope they are there! Dave
Jul 12, 2014, 06:51
I do a lot of walking with various lenses at different times - the camera + lens can be very heavy (Nikon D800 + Sigma 120-400, eg). I use a Tamrac strap - sometimes over the shoulder and sometimes round my neck. It's elasticated and extremely comfortable and the strap 'gives' without tugging. Bought for £12 on Ebay. Best bit of kit I ever invested in. It also has two 'pockets' for cards or small batteries, etc.
Jul 12, 2014, 09:08
(Jul 10, 2014, 14:54)dave1712 Wrote: Hi Phil, Hi Dave, Thank you for putting those pics up. It's now much easier to understand what your solution was. Regards. Phil.
Jul 12, 2014, 17:12
(Jun 27, 2014, 04:29)Paul Evans Wrote:(Jun 27, 2014, 02:13)EdMak Wrote: And, perhaps, this. Missed it above!! Ed.
Jul 12, 2014, 17:19
I might suggest a Black Rapid shoulder strap. I just bought one for my Nikon D7000 ( a heavier camera ) and it does exactly what the advert says. Once I put it on, across my shoulder, the strap holds fast, while I can move my camera freely and quickly for those special shots. They are available for men and women. I sound like a sales rep, and i'm not, It's just that I finally found something that works and I just like mine...
Jul 13, 2014, 17:19
(Jul 3, 2014, 10:33)Don Schaeffer Wrote:(Jun 26, 2014, 13:28)Paul Evans Wrote: Since buying my first DSLR about 18 months ago I've been using the neck strap which was supplied with the camera. I find that after carrying 1.2kg around for a day my neck is sore and aches. I've put up with it long enough and would be grateful for any recommendations/suggestions which other DSLR users could make as regards a more comfortable solution for neck or sling type straps. I use a 'hong kong' rip-off of the dual Black Rapid. I use the tripod mountings and have never had a problem. But I use pro-level bodies. Metal, not plastic. Valley of the Sun, Arizona D2Xs, D200's, D100's, LightRoom, CS-CC 2HowardsPhoto.biz
Jul 15, 2014, 01:49
(Jun 26, 2014, 13:28)Paul Evans Wrote: Since buying my first DSLR about 18 months ago I've been using the neck strap which was supplied with the camera. I find that after carrying 1.2kg around for a day my neck is sore and aches. I've put up with it long enough and would be grateful for any recommendations/suggestions which other DSLR users could make as regards a more comfortable solution for neck or sling type straps.Hi Paul, I always use a small camera bag with a long shoulder strap as to allow it to go over my head and sit under my arm. I don't like the camera straps as they advertise to all what make and model camera you have, also it makes it much easier to snatch by the run by thief. I also "in certain back street locations" stick a small piece of black tape over the 5D badge on the front of the camera. Hope this helps best regards Steve.
Jul 17, 2014, 12:46
(Jun 26, 2014, 13:28)Paul Evans Wrote: Since buying my first DSLR about 18 months ago I've been using the neck strap which was supplied with the camera. I find that after carrying 1.2kg around for a day my neck is sore and aches. I've put up with it long enough and would be grateful for any recommendations/suggestions which other DSLR users could make as regards a more comfortable solution for neck or sling type straps. I use Blackrapid straps. The wrist one is for a mirrorless camera I also have. http://www.blackrapid.com/products/cargo http://www.blackrapid.com/products/wrist-strap
Jul 18, 2014, 04:22
(Jun 26, 2014, 13:28)Paul Evans Wrote: Since buying my first DSLR about 18 months ago I've been using the neck strap which was supplied with the camera. I find that after carrying 1.2kg around for a day my neck is sore and aches. I've put up with it long enough and would be grateful for any recommendations/suggestions which other DSLR users could make as regards a more comfortable solution for neck or sling type straps. Hi Paul, I have trouble with my neck and shoulder and found carrying my camera around on my original neck strap a real problem for me. I went on ebay about a year ago and found this strap which has transformed my days out with the camera. No more pain in the neck or shoulders. Long enough to be worn across the body or just on the neck. The Neoprene gives and moves with you. This is the link to one on sale at the moment. Not sure if the link will work after being copied but you could type it in to see the strap. Hope you find something soon. yorky Weight Reducing Neoprene Comfort Camera Strap, Pro Quality, Universal Fit http://r.ebay.com/ZcMrux
Jul 18, 2014, 06:17
(Jul 17, 2014, 12:46)marcandsebe Wrote: [quote='Paul Evans' pid='95865' dateline='1403810918'] I use Blackrapid straps. The wrist one is for a mirrorless camera I also have. Many pros use the Blackrapid straps and there is a review for the cargo below. http://www.blackrapid.com/products/cargo http://youtu.be/QEefNpztw7c http://www.blackrapid.com/products/wrist-strap http://youtu.be/rH39KCfQUgA
Jul 19, 2014, 11:52
(Jul 3, 2014, 10:33)Don Schaeffer Wrote:+1 for the Black Rapid, I've used mine for 3 years hiking around the woods and whatnot with some pretty heavy camera/lens combinations with no mishaps, just make sure the carabiner lock is screwed up tight after you attach it, I also moisten the rubber side of the circular rapid attachment before fastening, I have heard it makes for a better contact.(Jun 26, 2014, 13:28)Paul Evans Wrote: Since buying my first DSLR about 18 months ago I've been using the neck strap which was supplied with the camera. I find that after carrying 1.2kg around for a day my neck is sore and aches. I've put up with it long enough and would be grateful for any recommendations/suggestions which other DSLR users could make as regards a more comfortable solution for neck or sling type straps. I don't like the feeling of my equipment bouncing up and down against my chest as I hike around as with a regular camera strap The cotton carrier is something I definitely want to look into though, I believe they have a chest attachment as well as a hip style holster attachment
Sep 25, 2014, 11:54
(Jul 9, 2014, 14:03)dave1712 Wrote: Like Photoman50, I too use Optech for my DSLR and Matin for my compact. Dunno about other brands but I dislike Canon straps: they are scratchy on the neck; too short for me; and I don't want to be a walking advert.
Oct 4, 2014, 04:28
Hi Snaphappy,
My original reply was posted here (took me a while to find it ) http://www.shuttertalk.com/forums/Thread...?pid=97044 having read the thread previously the common responses all seem to favour - as I do - the neoprene straps for comfort. It just a question of choice and style. I chose the Optech because they are very well made, and for me, most importantly have quick release buckles, and to buy extra 'ends' is easy. Another benefit of the Optech (and I'm sure others) is that the QR buckles are 'opposed' in that when the neoprene bit is unclipped the bits on the camera can be clipped together making a simple hand strap (or you can add a home made loop as I have done.) It also meant that I could buy spare set of ends and make up my own strap for connecting to a long zoom tripod bracket which is not only more comfortable to carry but also hangs the camera+ lens from the tripod bracket not the camera body. This mix 'n match cuts the clutter of straps being carried; hanging down from a tripod etc. I have since modified a Manfrotto tripod QR so now I can carry the camera+long lens comfortably, and still fit to the monopod in seconds. If you want to do similar its fairly easy on the top of the fitting but the the bottom ideally needs to be milled 0.5mm to leave room for the strap. Hope this helps
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