Sling Strappy Thing...

bettyswolloks
Posted 13/04/2013 - 11:42 Link
Just taken delivery of this. Not had it out in the street yet but mincing around the house with it feels good. It feels nice and strong and works well, the buckle/carabiner is metal and again well built, cheap as chips to
One day you'll find, 10yrs have got behind you.
alfpics
Posted 13/04/2013 - 15:46 Link
Looks good but says it is specifically for Nikon 3200

Seriously - have often thought about one, but it does rely on using the tripod mount doesn't it? I would want to have the QR plate in place most of the time I think

Andy
Andy
johnriley
Posted 13/04/2013 - 16:05 Link
If you read further down it does say suitable for all makes of DSLR.
Best regards, John
bettyswolloks
Posted 13/04/2013 - 16:09 Link
It does use the tripod mount yeah but there is a screw thread on it so you could still use the QR plate, though it'd probably be a little unstable.
They have another listed that says its for the D800 a quid cheaper and comes with a usb card reader instead of the hand strap.
One day you'll find, 10yrs have got behind you.
alfpics
Posted 13/04/2013 - 16:23 Link
johnriley wrote:
If you read further down it does say suitable for all makes of DSLR.
Sorry John - my comment was meant as joke! It was just there are several ads that say for Canon or Nikon when the accessory is not limited to a specific brand or camera!
Andy
Andy
alfpics
Posted 13/04/2013 - 16:24 Link
bettyswolloks wrote:
It does use the tripod mount yeah but there is a screw thread on it so you could still use the QR plate, though it'd probably be a little unstable.
They have another listed that says its for the D800 a quid cheaper and comes with a usb card reader instead of the hand strap.
It might be worth a shot I guess
Andy
Andy
bettyswolloks
Posted 13/04/2013 - 17:48 Link
alfpics wrote:
bettyswolloks wrote:
It does use the tripod mount yeah but there is a screw thread on it so you could still use the QR plate, though it'd probably be a little unstable.
They have another listed that says its for the D800 a quid cheaper and comes with a usb card reader instead of the hand strap.
It might be worth a shot I guess
Andy
I've just tried it out on my redsnapper head and due to the L shape of the slings mounting bracket I could only get it to fit one way, not a problem though. Just measured my QR plate and at its longest its roughly 68.792mm. With it on it flex's a little more but its perfectly useable. Tested on my IIs with grip and 50mm sigma.
One day you'll find, 10yrs have got behind you.
bettyswolloks
Posted 13/04/2013 - 17:54 Link
Just been out for some fresh air and walked about a mile with it and I'm happy with the way it fits, it hangs nicely to the side and is easy to get at. Shooting in portrait will require a knack though, but again I don't see it being a problem.
Would I recommend it? Yes! Hope this helps Mate
One day you'll find, 10yrs have got behind you.
alfpics
Posted 13/04/2013 - 18:17 Link
bettyswolloks wrote:
Just measured my QR plate and at its longest its roughly 68.792mm. With it on it flex's a little more but its perfectly useable. Tested on my IIs with grip and 50mm sigma.
My K-7 should be more stable as I don't have the grip. Thanks for trying it out and the advice!
Andy
Andy
bettyswolloks
Posted 22/04/2013 - 20:04 Link
I used this solidly over the weekend, it did everything I wanted it to do. It felt nice and secure and was comfy enough to have on all day with no ill effects to my glass back
One day you'll find, 10yrs have got behind you.

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