Camera Strap for the k30-k50

kshapero · 11-07-2013, 08:06 PM

As you know there are no rings for a camera strap on these bodies. Only slits, as I call them. Please recommend a camera strap for these bodies as my wife doesn't want me to advertise Pentax on the supplied strap.

jcdoss · 11-07-2013, 08:08 PM - **1 Like**

Op/Tech neoprene with quick release and extensions

Al_Kahollick · 11-07-2013, 08:13 PM

Look into the BlackRapid system, they mount to the tripod socket and have available sling straps as well as a hand strap. Downside is if you need to mount to a tripod, you first need to remove the strap connector.

SpecialK · 11-07-2013, 08:20 PM

Ape Case is twice as wide as stock, and a bit spongy. I'm almost ready to remove the logo.

shaX 07 · 11-07-2013, 08:22 PM - **1 Like**

I just picked up an OpTech Super Classic Strap Uni Loop... I absolutely love it. I didn't want something that attaches to the tripod mount, and I wanted something longer and adjustable and padded so I could sling it across my shoulder. I also love the uni loop clips because if I mount to a tripod, I can just unclip the strap and not have it dangle in the way. And it only costs $20. I am surprised more people don't use this strap.

**jatrax** · 11-07-2013, 08:29 PM - **2 Likes**

+ a dozen for the op/tech system. Modular, inexpensive and super durable.

I love being able to unsnap the strap when I put the camera on the tripod, not worries about snagging the strap and pulling everything over.

**Eric Auer** · 11-07-2013, 09:06 PM

This: Domke 1" Web Camera Strap with Swivel Quick Release 741-1BK

dcBear78 · 11-07-2013, 09:24 PM

I got a Quick Strap (black rapid knock off) that is pretty damn good. Can also attach on to a tripod Wot removing it unlike the rapid mount.

jcdoss · 11-08-2013, 06:00 AM

The setup I use for my K30 is a little complicated, but it's almost 100% OP/Tech. I've got EZ grip hand strap mounted at the grip and to a slotted QR plate on the bottom. The left eyelet and the left side of the QR plate is where I hook the Super Classic strap connected through two uniloops. When I want to carry the camera, I attach the strap and go, and if I don't need the strap, I take it off and hook the uniloops together... they make for a nice tiny handle. It's quite a nice system, and you can find your own perfect way to set it up.

kshapero · 11-08-2013, 06:13 AM

Originally posted by jcdoss

The setup I use for my K30 is a little complicated, but it's almost 100% OP/Tech. I've got EZ grip hand strap mounted at the grip and to a slotted QR plate on the bottom. The left eyelet and the left side of the QR plate is where I hook the Super Classic strap connected through two uniloops. When I want to carry the camera, I attach the strap and go, and if I don't need the strap, I take it off and hook the uniloops together... they make for a nice tiny handle. It's quite a nice system, and you can find your own perfect way to set it up.

Got a photo of this?

StevePrime · 11-08-2013, 11:15 AM

I have a Couch strap on my k-30, best strap I've ever used. Super comfortable and long enough (adjustable) to wear cross body. Couch Camera Straps

Fred2726 · 11-08-2013, 01:11 PM

Originally posted by shaX 07

I just picked up an OpTech Super Classic Strap Uni Loop... I absolutely love it. I didn't want something that attaches to the tripod mount, and I wanted something longer and adjustable and padded so I could sling it across my shoulder. I also love the uni loop clips because if I mount to a tripod, I can just unclip the strap and not have it dangle in the way. And it only costs $20. I am surprised more people don't use this strap.

OpTech is well worth the money. I like being able to just click and remove the camera from the strap.

**felixkh** · 11-08-2013, 06:04 PM

I got the Kata Reflex E camera strap

arkav · 11-12-2013, 02:07 PM

It's a little tricky, but you can put D rings through those slits if you really want to. I did so on both my K200D and my K30, because I had an old Lowepro strap that I really liked.

So if you have a strap that you like but it requires the D rings, just get out the needle-nose pliers and work at it. Don't take no for an answer.

Cheers, Rick

kodai84 · 11-13-2013, 08:08 AM - **1 Like**

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11-07-2013, 08:06 PM	#1
kshapero Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South Florida, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 437	Camera Strap for the k30-k50 As you know there are no rings for a camera strap on these bodies. Only slits, as I call them. Please recommend a camera strap for these bodies as my wife doesn't want me to advertise Pentax on the supplied strap.

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11-07-2013, 08:08 PM - 1 Like	#2
jcdoss Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,768	Op/Tech neoprene with quick release and extensions

11-07-2013, 08:13 PM	#3
Al_Kahollick Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 390	Look into the BlackRapid system, they mount to the tripod socket and have available sling straps as well as a hand strap. Downside is if you need to mount to a tripod, you first need to remove the strap connector.

11-07-2013, 08:20 PM	#4
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,480	Ape Case is twice as wide as stock, and a bit spongy. I'm almost ready to remove the logo.

11-07-2013, 08:22 PM - 1 Like	#5
shaX 07 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Maine Posts: 331	I just picked up an OpTech Super Classic Strap Uni Loop... I absolutely love it. I didn't want something that attaches to the tripod mount, and I wanted something longer and adjustable and padded so I could sling it across my shoulder. I also love the uni loop clips because if I mount to a tripod, I can just unclip the strap and not have it dangle in the way. And it only costs $20. I am surprised more people don't use this strap.

11-07-2013, 08:29 PM - 2 Likes	#6
jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	+ a dozen for the op/tech system. Modular, inexpensive and super durable. I love being able to unsnap the strap when I put the camera on the tripod, not worries about snagging the strap and pulling everything over.

11-07-2013, 09:06 PM	#7
Eric Auer Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,211	This: Domke 1" Web Camera Strap with Swivel Quick Release 741-1BK

11-07-2013, 09:24 PM	#8
dcBear78 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Gladstone, QLD Photos: Gallery Posts: 823	I got a Quick Strap (black rapid knock off) that is pretty damn good. Can also attach on to a tripod Wot removing it unlike the rapid mount.

11-08-2013, 06:00 AM	#9
jcdoss Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,768	The setup I use for my K30 is a little complicated, but it's almost 100% OP/Tech. I've got EZ grip hand strap mounted at the grip and to a slotted QR plate on the bottom. The left eyelet and the left side of the QR plate is where I hook the Super Classic strap connected through two uniloops. When I want to carry the camera, I attach the strap and go, and if I don't need the strap, I take it off and hook the uniloops together... they make for a nice tiny handle. It's quite a nice system, and you can find your own perfect way to set it up.

11-08-2013, 06:13 AM	#10
kshapero Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South Florida, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 437 Original Poster	Originally posted by jcdoss The setup I use for my K30 is a little complicated, but it's almost 100% OP/Tech. I've got EZ grip hand strap mounted at the grip and to a slotted QR plate on the bottom. The left eyelet and the left side of the QR plate is where I hook the Super Classic strap connected through two uniloops. When I want to carry the camera, I attach the strap and go, and if I don't need the strap, I take it off and hook the uniloops together... they make for a nice tiny handle. It's quite a nice system, and you can find your own perfect way to set it up. Got a photo of this?

11-08-2013, 11:15 AM	#11
StevePrime Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Upper Arlington, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 82	I have a Couch strap on my k-30, best strap I've ever used. Super comfortable and long enough (adjustable) to wear cross body. Couch Camera Straps

11-08-2013, 01:11 PM	#12
Fred2726 Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 93	Originally posted by shaX 07 I just picked up an OpTech Super Classic Strap Uni Loop... I absolutely love it. I didn't want something that attaches to the tripod mount, and I wanted something longer and adjustable and padded so I could sling it across my shoulder. I also love the uni loop clips because if I mount to a tripod, I can just unclip the strap and not have it dangle in the way. And it only costs $20. I am surprised more people don't use this strap. OpTech is well worth the money. I like being able to just click and remove the camera from the strap.

11-08-2013, 06:04 PM	#13
felixkh Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,201	I got the Kata Reflex E camera strap

11-12-2013, 02:07 PM	#14
arkav Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 366	It's a little tricky, but you can put D rings through those slits if you really want to. I did so on both my K200D and my K30, because I had an old Lowepro strap that I really liked. So if you have a strap that you like but it requires the D rings, just get out the needle-nose pliers and work at it. Don't take no for an answer. Cheers, Rick

11-13-2013, 08:08 AM - 1 Like	#15
kodai84 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 97	I did this: 2011 March (Latest HACK! \| Flickr - Photo Sharing!)