Gear for Carrying Your Camera

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E89e--fS1ng&feature=youtu.beLet's talk about ways to carry your camera - with experience using Black Rapid Straps, Capture Clips, Spider Holster and Backpacker system, messenger bags, slings and backpacks - I show you the best of each method and share my "perfect" system for carrying gear these days. What's your favorite method of carrying a camera and or lens?

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 [vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"] BlackRapid Curve Breathe[/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]BlackRapid Curve Breathe Camera Strap[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]  Arca-Swiss Compatible Fusion Plate [/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"] Arca-Swiss Compatible Fusion Plate - Black Rapid Tripod Plate[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]Peak Design SlideLITE Camera Strap[/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]Peak Design SlideLITE Camera Strap[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V2 [/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V2[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]Spider Camera Holster SpiderPro[/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]Spider Camera Holster SpiderPro[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]Think Tank Photo Retrospective 10 Shoulder Bag[/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]Think Tank Photo Retrospective 10 Shoulder Bag[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]Think Tank Photo TurnStyle 10 V1 Sling Camera Bag[/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]Think Tank Photo TurnStyle 10 V1 Sling Camera Bag[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"][/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]MindShift Gear BackLight 26L Backpack[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]MindShift Gear Multi-Mount Holster 30 [/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]MindShift Gear Multi-Mount Holster 30[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/4"]   Spider Camera Holster SpiderLight BackPacker Kit[/vc_column][vc_column width="3/4"]Spider Camera Holster SpiderLight BackPacker Kit[/vc_column][/vc_row]

SpiderLight Holster Now Live on Kickstarter

Spiderlight HolsterSpiderLight Backpack

Spider, known for their great camera holsters have came up with a new design just for mirrorless and small DSLRs.  The same great build as it's larger counterpart, the SpiderLight holster is a lightweight setup for a quick draw without any straps in the way. Go anywhere, from the trail - to the street - to the studio, with your hands free, and your camera ready to grab the next shot.The same professional design, just in a smaller package:

  • All-metal construction and ergonomic holster design
  • Two-position metal lock ensures security & fast draw action.
  • Securely clips to your own belt or to our SpiderLight Belt.
  • Quickly change from hip to to backpack with the SpiderLight Backpacker!
  • Connect to any tripod plate. Built-in ArcaSwiss tripod profile to boot.
  • Provides a connection for any tripod quick-release plate. Does not block Mirrorless camera battery doors!
  • Adjustable for thinner or thicker camera bodies/grip configurations.
  • Optional tether/quick connection for Sling Straps.

With today's Kickstarter you can also get the SpiderLight Backpack adapter giving you the option for a mounting point directly on your backpack strap. Designed to be universal the SpiderLight Backpack lets you use the Spider holster system on virtually any bag. As a bonus it's GoPro adapter gives you the ability to swap your mirrorless camera for the full range of GoPro Accessories and cameras.

Pledge $80 for the SpiderLight Box Set or you can get the SpiderLight Backpack Early Bird Pledge for $115. Now live on Kickstarter at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spiderholster/spiderlight-holster

Spiderlight Holsterhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeL8cGEv6qs

Redesigned BlackRapid Breathe Series

BlackRapid ShooterBeing one of the industry leaders in Camera Straps BlackRapid has had a bit of experience in what's worked and what hasn't in the market.  Seven years of development, innovation, and customer interaction have resulted in the new BlackRapid Breathe line of camera straps. Getting away from the neckstrap you get with your camera allows for more flexibility, comfort, and airflow. Especially during long periods of shooting. BlackRapid Breathe is designed to be lighter, more comfortable, easier to use, and most importantly more secure.So what do you get in this next generation?black-rapid-mount

  • A new shoulder pad design for better weight and position
  • Airmesh grip layer to fix the strap to your shoulder and provide ventilation
  • Straps now come with the Brad underarm stabilizing strap(instead of paying another $15)
  • Better Duraflex buckles, one of the higher end suppliers
  • Springloaded bumper locks secure the camera's range on the strap
  • Hypalon hook up points, the rubber they use to make durable inflatable boats for increased strength
  • New connectors with the CR3 (Connect R) and FR5 (Fasten R) as seen right which lock into BlackRapid's lockstar for a more secure hold on the camera

blackrapid_362008_tether_kit_1474170877000_1278410As for the one complaint most have is the fact that there is only one point of failure in the strap. Meaning if that lock comes loose, that is now secured even more with a bracket finally, your camera will fall. For years I've suggested OP/TECH uni-loop and system connectors as a way to connect to the top of the camera from the strap but now BlackRapid offers a tether accessory kit. As my solution is four times cheaper than the $35 tether kit and has buckles if your interested in a backup our recommendation stays the same.

Buy a strap today from B&H:B & H Photo Video

 

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