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10/31/2008 01:56:23 PM · #26 |
Originally posted by timfythetoo:
Not sure if this would help but its something I am considering purchasing in the near future. Stillhas your camera hanging from your neck but maybe in a way that would be more comfy.
Black Rapid R Strap |
This looks interesting. I may give one a try. |
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10/31/2008 02:16:14 PM · #27 |
I use this Upstrap Bandolier strap, which is a diagonal over the shoulder puppy--quickly slides the camera from my side at about waist level (where I can easily keep a hand rested on it while walking) right up to eye level and back again. I also use the other Upstrap products for cases, and also for my camera (the non slip pad works GREAT, and the system is interchangeable with the bandolier, etc.)
I ordered this Optek Sliding Shoulder Harness thing, but have not tried it yet--it is OpTek, so it should be directly compatible with the system you already have,  AutumnCat ,and it is only 12 bucks, so not too expensive a gamble :-)
In general, I just don't like hanging stuff around my neck at all--shoulders work better for me (and you can switch shoulders from time to time to give one a break--most of us have only one neck (extra chins don't count & still prove useless!)
ETA:
the Black Rapid R Strap looks very interesting to me! The Upstrap Bandolier has me addicted to the hip level carry method, and works well--but the entire strap slides as you bring it up to shoot. The Rstrap seems to have solved that problem with the mount that slides on the strap, and the strap doesn't seem to move much. This alone is very good, as the under the coat thing would work much better. Adding some storage is a good idea, too, for traveling light. Finally, the way they use the tripod mount seems both good and bad to me: the good is that it appears to work well with both vertical and horizontal grip positions (the normally mounted strap tends to interfere with that). The bad--seems like it would be a pain to keep taking it on and off in order to use a tripod. Also, I use this Camdapter Hand Strap which uses the tripod mount... But I think I will get one of these and try it out (though they note on the site they are closing out this line, and a newer version is coming)
ETA #2:
So I ordered this R Strap just now, and will post an update later on--if this thread is still active then :-)
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10/31/2008 03:51:42 PM · #28 |
I was curious about the harness idea, but I noticed that every response and every photo was of men.
How do you fit something like that onto a ...... let's say .... well developed woman?
It looks like it would squash my poor boobs in some pretty wicked ways :-( |
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10/31/2008 04:34:58 PM · #29 |
Originally posted by Beetle:
I was curious about the harness idea, but I noticed that every response and every photo was of men.
How do you fit something like that onto a ...... let's say .... well developed woman?
It looks like it would squash my poor boobs in some pretty wicked ways :-( |
So I am in no way qualified to assess this particular issue--but, the harness is very adjustable, elastic, and "roomy" as may be needed. The vertical straps upon which the camera would slide seem to me to stay off to the side, rather than crossing over toward the center of the chest. For around 12 bucks you can try it (maybe it is even stocked in a local store?--try it on there). But, if it turned out to be a torture device, I bet you could sell it for a tidy profit to the right sort of person :-)
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10/31/2008 04:38:54 PM · #30 |
Originally posted by chromeydome:
But, if it turned out to be a torture device, I bet you could sell it for a tidy profit to the right sort of person :-) |
LOL that is brilliant..... never thought of that!!
Hey Judi...... ;-) |
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10/31/2008 04:45:58 PM · #31 |
Originally posted by kirbic:
What I do when walking with the 70-200/2.8 is to hook the tripod foot into the waistband of my jeans, while keeping the strap over my opposite shoulder, and just long enough that the weight of the camera and lens is on the waistband, not the strap. Very comfortable, walk all day that way. |
Ditto!
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11/04/2008 10:27:33 PM · #32 |
Originally posted by chromeydome:
I use this Upstrap Bandolier strap, which is a diagonal over the shoulder puppy--quickly slides the camera from my side at about waist level (where I can easily keep a hand rested on it while walking) right up to eye level and back again. I also use the other Upstrap products for cases, and also for my camera (the non slip pad works GREAT, and the system is interchangeable with the bandolier, etc.)
I ordered this Optek Sliding Shoulder Harness thing, but have not tried it yet--it is OpTek, so it should be directly compatible with the system you already have, AutumnCat ,and it is only 12 bucks, so not too expensive a gamble :-)
In general, I just don't like hanging stuff around my neck at all--shoulders work better for me (and you can switch shoulders from time to time to give one a break--most of us have only one neck (extra chins don't count & still prove useless!)
ETA:
the Black Rapid R Strap looks very interesting to me! The Upstrap Bandolier has me addicted to the hip level carry method, and works well--but the entire strap slides as you bring it up to shoot. The Rstrap seems to have solved that problem with the mount that slides on the strap, and the strap doesn't seem to move much. This alone is very good, as the under the coat thing would work much better. Adding some storage is a good idea, too, for traveling light. Finally, the way they use the tripod mount seems both good and bad to me: the good is that it appears to work well with both vertical and horizontal grip positions (the normally mounted strap tends to interfere with that). The bad--seems like it would be a pain to keep taking it on and off in order to use a tripod. Also, I use this Camdapter Hand Strap which uses the tripod mount... But I think I will get one of these and try it out (though they note on the site they are closing out this line, and a newer version is coming)
ETA #2:
So I ordered this R Strap just now, and will post an update later on--if this thread is still active then :-) |
Okay--I just received my order for the Rstrap system: I think it is a FANTASTIC design. I ordered two straps--the one with the cargo pockets on the strap, the one without. I think the one without pockets will be the most useful, actually, as it will fit as easily under a jacket as over. The one with the pockets is much thicker, but will be useful for traveling light in warm weather. The design works well, easily adjustable to sling the camera at my hip just the way I want, and is comfortable with the weight of a d80 + battery grip. As I noted earlier, I have the camdapter hand strap for my d80--this Rstrap allows me to sling the camera low enough that I can leave my hand in the camdapter strap, but I can slip my hand out of it as needed without the camera dropping. I think this will be a very comfortable way to work. The slide to eye level works very smoothly for both horizontal and vertical orientations. So far, the only drawback seems to be that, when shooting vertical, the strap's "L" bracket mount interferes slightly with the use of my battery grip's rear thumbwheel. It is a bit of a hand position adjustment to get my thumb up to that puppy. A bit too early to tell if that will be a minor inconvenience or a huge annoyance.
Also, though the site indicates a 2-3 week delivery time, I ordered mine on Friday, got them on Tuesday. Not too shabby.
Since there is supposedly an updated design coming, I will probably look back there to see what it is--I may wish I had waited, or I may be glad I got em before they changed the design! Either way, two of these will find easy use for me--and if I get that second camera body I am dreaming of (d90) I can sling two cameras! |
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11/09/2008 08:17:32 AM · #33 |
I just got my Black Rapid R Strap in the mail the other day.. and have to say that I love it! It is so conveninat to have the camera at my side.. and it takes all of the strain off of wearing a big lens around your neck... It is made out of strurdy materials and the pockets are very useful.. also If you wanted to you could strap lens cases to the back of it and completely eliminate having to carry a bag in many situations.
Beetle..
the strap is very roomy.. you should have no trouble with it.. |
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11/17/2008 07:57:57 AM · #34 |
As this says for binoculars....do you think it would hold a D90 & 18-200VR lens? |
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11/17/2008 08:13:13 AM · #35 |
Instead of focusing so much on the gear, why not try to help your body deal with it? If you spend 20 minutes 3 times per week exercising your abdomen you will definitely get better fit to carry heavy photo gear without getting back pains (provided you do not have a back injury).
It worked for me - just like night and day (I do not use harness and did many hand held shoots per day with heavy gear). If you do that and get a proper harness I think you'll be much happier! |
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11/17/2008 08:38:57 AM · #36 |
Originally posted by timfythetoo:
Not sure if this would help but its something I am considering purchasing in the near future. Stillhas your camera hanging from your neck but maybe in a way that would be more comfy.
Black Rapid R Strap |
The name leaves a little bit to be desired! I'm not sure how my ar*e being strapped is going to help!:)
I personally use the Optech strap system and have had no issues
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11/17/2008 09:39:55 AM · #37 |
| I guess I'm not truely looking for one to help with 'pain'. I tend to wear mine either on my neck or over one shoulder. but if I have it over one shoulder and bend to pick something up, it often slips, or swings forward, etc. you know what I mean...was thinking the harness or the Black Rapid R would help secure this. |
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11/17/2008 10:02:11 AM · #38 |
Originally posted by mileskea:
Originally posted by timfythetoo:
Not sure if this would help but its something I am considering purchasing in the near future. Stillhas your camera hanging from your neck but maybe in a way that would be more comfy.
Black Rapid R Strap |
The name leaves a little bit to be desired! I'm not sure how my ar*e being strapped is going to help!:)
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It'll make the pain in your neck and back seem so much more tolerable. |
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11/17/2008 10:21:02 AM · #39 |
Originally posted by AutumnCat:
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I've seen this type harness, but I'm not sure if it would accommodate the large lens.
Anyone use something like this or have this issue? |
I have and use the webbing version of this harness. I really like it and it works well for me, especially when trekking through the woods. The straps are adjustable so you can fit it to your body size. (I'm not a thin person either.) I believe they have different versions depending on the camera size. The camera is attached using clasps similar to those on a backpack. These slide up and down the webbing for raising or lowering the camera.
It can be awkward to get into and if you are also carrying a pack with other equipment, you need to load up in the right sequence or you block the slide of the harness for raising and lowering the camera. It is a lot easier on the neck but also makes it harder to use the strap to help steady hand held shots.
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11/17/2008 10:45:37 AM · #40 |
Ok, I have taken my new Black Rapid R Strap for its first walk, and I am totally loving it!
I used to wear my normal neck strap across my body like this, too, but this one works SO much better!
The camera hangs in a very comfortable spot, I feel totally confident to go hands-free, but it is easy to put my hand over the camera to protect it from bumping on something when things get busy.
I love how quick and easy it is to get the camera up to my eye. |
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11/20/2008 09:24:14 PM · #41 |
I have the RS2 version and have no complaints. When I use it I also sometimes wear something very similar to this on my belt but is a model EX 140 (which I guess is discontinued since I could not find it on their site,) if need be to carry extra lenses and batteries. Other than that just the strap. Holds my CF cards, extra battery as well as my phone. Which really is a gimmick since the last time I can remember using it was on the way to the VT GTG. But it does provide a bit of ballast and a place to rest my chin (when I actually have it in the little pocket) for steadier shots.
I am almost to the point where I will use it 100% of the time. If nothing else, I am tired of threading the regular strap.
Message edited by author 2008-11-20 21:37:23. |
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11/20/2008 10:05:56 PM · #42 |
| Got mine two days ago and I must say it is a treat. |
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