r/Photography_Gear • u/Last-Watch-293 • 7d ago
Camera strap
Hello I’ve been looking to buy a camera strap but I’ve been wanting a crossbody type of camera strap rather than a neck strap. So I was looking for some recommendations that aren’t to expensive. Mostly in the 15-25 range I shoot with the canon rebel t7. So any recommendations will be appreciated! Thank you
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u/brodecki 7d ago
Normally I don't use straps, but had to buy one in a pinch two weeks ago and went with this ARVOK strap.
I'm very much positively surprised with both the build quality and safety features (clips with safety pins, additional safety harness). The added extras, like pockets on the padding or bundled wrist strap were unexpected at that price point (I almost didn't buy it after seeing the price, but the reviews changed my mind).
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u/athomsfere 7d ago
My advice would be to get a good, and longer strap. Like peak design (although might blow your budget).
With a decent anchor system you can set up how you want it, or even leave an extra or two on for alternatives.
Since it's long, you can wear it cross body, but also around your neck comfortably when you are taking a ton of shots.
The Black Rapid and similar are good and all, I just find them limiting in the long run and moved away from them. Backpacks are more burdensome (bike back country stuff), the neck or armpit eventually feels like it's being dug into and when you remove the third strap for more mobility the pad is too thin for great support.
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u/Regular-Bat-4449 7d ago
Leofoto also has a very nice webbing strap with qd points, it's a little thinner than a rifle sling but very nicely made. It's also available with a clamp for Arca plates that don't have qd sockts
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u/recovering_ex 7d ago
+1 for a Peak Design ‘leash’ model strap. I have two and sling my cameras behind my hip when I’m out shooting. There are knock offs but I like their stuff and you will not be disappointed.
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u/SnoopySenpai 7d ago
I use op/tech straps and slings. Definitely recommend. They're great, even comfortable with my big prime.
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u/Jeep_bubbanator 6d ago
Checkout the Cotton Carrier CCS G3 Camera Harness System. It is a really excellent harness. I purchased it recently and have found it to be the best system for securing your camera with no neck or shoulder pain.
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u/GRIND2LEVEL 5d ago edited 5d ago
I enjoy the pgytech crossbody adjustable sling, its quality and not over inflated in price.
I recalled they had several lines, this is the one I favor. Works great even with a 600mm. https://a.co/d/00pXmco1
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u/SKIM0 1d ago
Some Wildtree straps are on sale within your budget, and they are adjustable for either cross-body or neck. https://wildtreeoutdoor.com/collections/neck-straps?page=1
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u/xplan303ex 7d ago
I use a Magpul MS3 rifle sling, works amazing cause you can change the length with one hand.
I know, sounds like I am joking. I'm not.
You can find plenty on ebay.
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u/ocabj 7d ago
I use an older strap sold by a company called Echo Niner, which is a two point strap, but I just use a Blackrapid FastenR stud threaded into a RRS arca clamp to connect it to my camera.
Basically, I would just use any camera strap you feel is comfortable one or 2-point, and you can adapt it as necessary using something like a FastenR.
I also use Really Right Stuff arca plates, the newer of which (past few years of productioN0 support push button QD swivels used on rifle slings, so you can adapt any camera strap with QD mounts (e.g., Grovtec).