PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT
WRist STraps & Harnesses
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Peak Design cuff - Camera Wrist Strap
This is a brilliant wrist strap.
What I like about it:
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Peak design also make a sling/neck/shoulder strap. I haven't tried it myself (because of my neck problems I can't use a neck strap), but it has 5 star reviews.
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Spider Camera Holster & Utility Pouches
Because of the aforementioned neck problems, and after trying a few different options, I finally found the Spider Holster. The belt sits on your waist / hips so all of the weight of your camera is off your neck and shoulders.
The utility pouches clip securely onto the belt, allowing me to carry my phone, spare battery, cleaning equipment. It's comfortable - I've hiked over 20km with it and walk shorter distances regularly without any problems. It initially took a little getting used to where I preferred the camera, and occasionally I adjust the position - for example, if I'm walking up steep steps & I have the camera on the front of the body, my leg will push against the camera as I walk - I move the camera more around to the side. When walking fast on flatter ground I prefer the camera towards the front of my body as my arms will occasionally brush against the camera if it is on the side of my body. It's easy to adjust as I just lift it a little and swivel it around. There is also a dual holster for carrying two cameras. The Spider Holster Store on Amazon carries a range of choices |
Cotton Carrier Skout G2 Sling Style Harness for One Camera
I had also tried the Skout sling by Cotton Carrier, and there was a lot I liked about it. Unfortunately the camera weight goes through the shoulder strap which didn't suit me, but if you can comfortably use a back pack (which I unfortunately can't) this would be a great option for you. There is a nifty catch on the front of the sling which allows you to remove and replace the camera quickly and easily. Its a convenient place to have the camera while hiking as it doesn't get in the way of your arms and legs.
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Peak Design - Capture Camera Clip for V3 Camera.
Another good choice is the Peak Design Camera Capture clip. This clip attaches to the front strap of your backpack, turning your backpack into a camera harness.
Again, the weight goes through the strap of the backpack so it wasn't for me. Things I liked
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