Neck Strap recommendations
Posted 27/06/2011 - 21:58
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I like my Tamrac Boomerang N27, but I am not sure if you can get them in UK o_0!?
Just had a quick google and an eBayer is selling it:
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Some reviews of random people on the net: link
Just had a quick google and an eBayer is selling it:
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Some reviews of random people on the net: link
Still learning!
Zooms: DA12-24 | DA16-45 | DA*50-135 | DA55-300
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Fun: LensBaby Composer + Kit
Zooms: DA12-24 | DA16-45 | DA*50-135 | DA55-300
Primes: FA31 | DFA100WR | M50F1.7
Fun: LensBaby Composer + Kit
Posted 27/06/2011 - 22:36
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I use the Op/Tech strap - the one below the Pro (which is enormously wide). I believe it's the "Op/Tech Super Classic"
Matt
Matt
http://www.mattmatic.co.uk
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(For gallery, tips and links)
Posted 27/06/2011 - 22:55
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davex wrote:
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Another vote for the optech from me
+1Another vote for the optech from me
Posted 29/06/2011 - 04:24
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Op/Tech or the Martin ones are good.
K1/K3, DA*16-50mm F2.8, FA 31mm F1.8, FA43mm F1.9 Limited, FA77mm F1.8 Limited, SMC Pentax K 85mm F1.8, DA18-135mm F3.5-5.6, FA*28-70mm F1.8, FA*200mm F1.8
Posted 29/06/2011 - 11:13
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Love this one:
http://www.upstrap-pro.com/
Its sort of ugly, but the upstrap does not slip and is amazingly comfortable when hanging around your neck for an entire day. I've got one on each of my cameras.
Bought the RapidStrap. Loved the idea but not the strap.
So I took the hardware and put it on the UpStrap. Best combo I've ever used.
Would love to see one with steal wire to help eliminate cut-and-run thefts, but other than that, its great.
http://www.upstrap-pro.com/
Its sort of ugly, but the upstrap does not slip and is amazingly comfortable when hanging around your neck for an entire day. I've got one on each of my cameras.
Bought the RapidStrap. Loved the idea but not the strap.
So I took the hardware and put it on the UpStrap. Best combo I've ever used.
Would love to see one with steal wire to help eliminate cut-and-run thefts, but other than that, its great.
Posted 29/06/2011 - 11:18
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amoringello wrote:
Love this one:
http://www.upstrap-pro.com/
Would love to see one with steal wire to help eliminate cut-and-run thefts, but other than that, its great.
Presumably the Kevlar version overcomes that problem, as well as protecting you from passing bullets .
Love this one:
http://www.upstrap-pro.com/
Would love to see one with steal wire to help eliminate cut-and-run thefts, but other than that, its great.
Posted 29/06/2011 - 12:06
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One reason I like the OpTech straps is because you can unclip them easily. I have a few different OpTech straps and they use the same connectors which is handy. The connectors can even be joined together to make a very short strap.
Having said all that when BlackRapid bring out their strap with an ArcaSwiss compatible connector I may well switch to that. I shall have to check their site again and see if it is out yet.
Having said all that when BlackRapid bring out their strap with an ArcaSwiss compatible connector I may well switch to that. I shall have to check their site again and see if it is out yet.
Posted 29/06/2011 - 12:10
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+1 for optech pro.
Another huge advantage is you can carry the camera on your shoulder without it slipping off. If you are carrying 2 cameras with big lenses at the same time it makes life easier.
In fact I have been known to carry 3 at once!
Another huge advantage is you can carry the camera on your shoulder without it slipping off. If you are carrying 2 cameras with big lenses at the same time it makes life easier.
In fact I have been known to carry 3 at once!
Posted 29/06/2011 - 14:49
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One reason I like the OpTech straps is because you can unclip them easily
It's a great feature... unless you are carrying a child One reason I like the OpTech straps is because you can unclip them easily
Twice, one of my children have fiddled with the strap clip and unpopped it!!! Both times, thankfully, I caught the camera (and no, I didn't drop the child instead! :lol
Just something to watch out for though with all your lovely Pentax glass
Matt
http://www.mattmatic.co.uk
(For gallery, tips and links)
(For gallery, tips and links)
Posted 29/06/2011 - 14:52
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Luckily I never carry children and cameras at the same time.
I am kind of surprised a child (of carrying age) managed to undo the clips actually since you need to press both sides at once to release them.
I am kind of surprised a child (of carrying age) managed to undo the clips actually since you need to press both sides at once to release them.
Posted 29/06/2011 - 14:54
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Gwyn wrote:
I am kind of surprised a child (of carrying age) managed to undo the clips actually since you need to press both sides at once to release them.
This is when Matt tells us his child is actually 18
I am kind of surprised a child (of carrying age) managed to undo the clips actually since you need to press both sides at once to release them.
Tim
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AF - Pentax K5, Sigma 10-20/4-5.6, Tamron 17-50/2.8, Sigma 30/1.4, Sigma 70-200/2.8, Tamron 70-300/4-5.6
MF - Vivitar CF 28/2.8, Tamron AD2 90/2.5, MTO 1000/11
Stuff - Metz 58 AF1, Cactus v4, Nikon SB24, Raynox 150, Sigma 1.4x TC, Sigma 2x TC, Kenko 2x macro TC, Redsnapper 283 tripod, iMac 27”, Macbook Pro 17”, iPad, iPhone 3G
Flickr • Fluidr • PPG • Street • Portfolio site
Feel free to edit any of my posted photos! If I post a photo for critique, I want brutal honesty. If you don't like it, please say so and tell me why!
Posted 29/06/2011 - 15:12
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Optech straps are the best I have used - especially with a gripped camera and 300mm lens in tow.
PS My 19month old grand daughter can unfasten cupboards, doors, catches and locks - she only ever stays in front of the camera!!
PS My 19month old grand daughter can unfasten cupboards, doors, catches and locks - she only ever stays in front of the camera!!
Regards
David
Retired at last - now all that time for photography - you would think: wink:
David
Retired at last - now all that time for photography - you would think: wink:
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