What camera straps do you have on your Pentax?

**csa** · 02-14-2016, 09:23 AM

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Bert, sounds interesting, be sure to post a photo. In the meantime, you could get the "quick connects" from Optech & use them as a grip: (second photo)

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/173-general-photography/313912-what-camer...ml#post3528092

TaoMaas · 02-14-2016, 10:23 AM

I use Optech straps on the majority of my stuff although I'm using the original Pentax strap on my K-01 and a Nikon wrist strap on my Q. A while back, I bought a Domke strap on sale from B&H and have been using that on a LowePro bag and I like it a lot because it absolutely refuses to slip off my shoulder. My most unusual straps are old army surplus rifle slings. A guy at a Nikon school workshop recommended them years ago so I went out and bought a couple. I've had them 30+ years and they show no sign of wearing out. They used to be my main camera straps, but these days I've relegated them for use as replacement straps on camera bags.

Imp · 02-14-2016, 10:33 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

I actually put the strap on last night and it was SO annoying, I'm taking it off again...

Same! We need to find a solution... I'd like a normal strap, but with some quick release system, as others have pointed out. I need my hands to be free sometimes

**jatrax** · 02-14-2016, 11:10 AM

Check the link in @CSA post just above.

**Kerrowdown** · 02-14-2016, 12:03 PM

Originally posted by csa

Just because............

Arn't we just a well informed little bunny then.

**csa** · 02-14-2016, 12:18 PM

Does that mean you are not?

**monochrome** · 02-14-2016, 12:51 PM

Way back in the last century, on the HS newspaper staff, if a student was caught carrying a camera without the strap around his neck it was grounds for immediate dismissal. Since we were obligated to have one athletic and one extra-curricular activity every semester, being dismissed was risky - you could be assigned to Glee Club or Model UN or something else you really didn't want to do.

I still use a traditional neck strap on my cameras. Sure, I wrap it around my left hand now, but the camera resting state is neckstrap around my neck hanging about diaphragm height

Originally posted by bertwert

I actually put the strap on last night and it was SO annoying, I'm taking it off again...

**KC0PET** · 02-14-2016, 01:04 PM

I always felt that camera straps just get in the way of taking pictures and did not use one for quite some time. But then after some camera drops and a couple ruined lenses, I put a strap on and got in the habit of putting it around my neck when not shooting. Although I still do take the strap off my neck most of the time when I shoot.

**Kerrowdown** · 02-14-2016, 01:06 PM

Originally posted by csa

Does that mean you are not

Correct... I'm a man and therefore the last to find out anything.

I also work on a need to know basis, which often spares me from a lot of grief.

**ChrisPlatt** · 02-14-2016, 01:12 PM

I hate stretchy straps. The thin woven nylon variety work well for me.
The best ones have a slightly wider non-slip suede patch in the center.
They're comfortable enough for a classic film SLR of average weight.

Originally posted by monochrome

I still use a traditional neck strap on my cameras. Sure, I wrap it around my left hand now,
but the camera resting state is neckstrap around my neck hanging about diaphragm height

Properly adjusted the strap helps hold the camera steady when shooting.

Chris

lguckert79 · 02-14-2016, 01:14 PM

I took the creative route I made my own sling strap from a rifle shoulder strap from WalMart and use my tripod D link connecter for the head to mount the camera or a eye with threads. I have tested it with 25 lbs of weight on it and it held great.

mikeSF · 02-14-2016, 03:06 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

Way back in the last century, on the HS newspaper staff, if a student was caught carrying a camera without the strap around his neck it was grounds for immediate dismissal. ..

Ah, the olden days...

Imp · 02-14-2016, 04:28 PM

I think i've figure out a solution! At least for me. @jatrax @csa I don't know if this was what you were mentioning before, but here it is.

OP/TECH USA System Connectors Mini Quick-Disconnect 1301082 B&H

Planning to just pop my regular pentax strap onto those, and now its quick release! I don't have an issue with my current pentax strap, probably because i've never used anything better

its mainly an issue with the pain of removing and putting back the strap...

Some reviewers say its not big enough or strong enough for DSLRs, but maybe they're talking about Canon 5d cameras, because one reviewer wrote:

Quote:

Used these to make a strap a quick disconnect so I could switch from battery grip to regular grip easier. There were four sets in the package - very handy. They seem to be more than strong enough for my Pentax K3 with battery grip and a 200mm telphoto.

amoringello · 02-14-2016, 04:41 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by LeDave

Does anyone know if having the strap fit in like this, will it warp the metal key-chain lug piece (Don't know they're called)? How safe is it having the strap like this compared to having it strapped down the bottom?

I've had that triangle ring essentially unravel/unwind if the camera or strap got caught on something. I used to carry with the BlackRapid clip through the loop exactly like that.
It took surprisingly little force. Regardless, the camera fell and the lens mount broke on the lens along with some internal elements breaking loose.
Luckily the repair was still relatively inexpensive. The K5 was built like a tank and took the fall without issues.

bertwert · 02-14-2016, 04:44 PM

Originally posted by Imp

I think i've figure out a solution! At least for me. @jatrax @csa I don't know if this was what you were mentioning before, but here it is.

OP/TECH USA System Connectors Mini Quick-Disconnect 1301082 B&H

Planning to just pop my regular pentax strap onto those, and now its quick release! I don't have an issue with my current pentax strap, probably because i've never used anything better

its mainly an issue with the pain of removing and putting back the strap...

Some reviewers say its not big enough or strong enough for DSLRs, but maybe they're talking about Canon 5d cameras, because one reviewer wrote:

I think that's the one they referenced.
I'm thinking of getting those or something like this:
http://www.amazon.ca/Peak-Design-Anchor-Camera-Quick-Connectors/dp/B00Q5XY2YQ/

Because like you, I don't mind the strap I just want to take it on and off more easily.

02-14-2016, 04:28 PM	#43
Imp Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Washington, DC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,749	I think i've figure out a solution! At least for me. @jatrax @csa I don't know if this was what you were mentioning before, but here it is. OP/TECH USA System Connectors Mini Quick-Disconnect 1301082 B&H Planning to just pop my regular pentax strap onto those, and now its quick release! I don't have an issue with my current pentax strap, probably because i've never used anything better its mainly an issue with the pain of removing and putting back the strap... Some reviewers say its not big enough or strong enough for DSLRs, but maybe they're talking about Canon 5d cameras, because one reviewer wrote: Quote: Used these to make a strap a quick disconnect so I could switch from battery grip to regular grip easier. There were four sets in the package - very handy. They seem to be more than strong enough for my Pentax K3 with battery grip and a 200mm telphoto. Last edited by Imp; 02-14-2016 at 04:37 PM.

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02-14-2016, 09:23 AM	#31
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Bert, sounds interesting, be sure to post a photo. In the meantime, you could get the "quick connects" from Optech & use them as a grip: (second photo) https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/173-general-photography/313912-what-camer...ml#post3528092

02-14-2016, 10:23 AM	#32
TaoMaas Pentaxian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma City Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,574	I use Optech straps on the majority of my stuff although I'm using the original Pentax strap on my K-01 and a Nikon wrist strap on my Q. A while back, I bought a Domke strap on sale from B&H and have been using that on a LowePro bag and I like it a lot because it absolutely refuses to slip off my shoulder. My most unusual straps are old army surplus rifle slings. A guy at a Nikon school workshop recommended them years ago so I went out and bought a couple. I've had them 30+ years and they show no sign of wearing out. They used to be my main camera straps, but these days I've relegated them for use as replacement straps on camera bags.

02-14-2016, 10:33 AM	#33
Imp Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Washington, DC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,749	Originally posted by bertwert I actually put the strap on last night and it was SO annoying, I'm taking it off again... Same! We need to find a solution... I'd like a normal strap, but with some quick release system, as others have pointed out. I need my hands to be free sometimes

02-14-2016, 11:10 AM	#34
jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	Check the link in @CSA post just above.

02-14-2016, 12:03 PM	#35
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,819	Originally posted by csa Just because............ Arn't we just a well informed little bunny then.

02-14-2016, 12:18 PM	#36
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Does that mean you are not?

02-14-2016, 12:51 PM	#37
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Way back in the last century, on the HS newspaper staff, if a student was caught carrying a camera without the strap around his neck it was grounds for immediate dismissal. Since we were obligated to have one athletic and one extra-curricular activity every semester, being dismissed was risky - you could be assigned to Glee Club or Model UN or something else you really didn't want to do. I still use a traditional neck strap on my cameras. Sure, I wrap it around my left hand now, but the camera resting state is neckstrap around my neck hanging about diaphragm height Originally posted by bertwert I actually put the strap on last night and it was SO annoying, I'm taking it off again...

02-14-2016, 01:04 PM	#38
KC0PET Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Central Missouri Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,273	I always felt that camera straps just get in the way of taking pictures and did not use one for quite some time. But then after some camera drops and a couple ruined lenses, I put a strap on and got in the habit of putting it around my neck when not shooting. Although I still do take the strap off my neck most of the time when I shoot.

02-14-2016, 01:06 PM	#39
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,819	Originally posted by csa Does that mean you are not Correct... I'm a man and therefore the last to find out anything. I also work on a need to know basis, which often spares me from a lot of grief.

02-14-2016, 01:12 PM	#40
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,694	I hate stretchy straps. The thin woven nylon variety work well for me. The best ones have a slightly wider non-slip suede patch in the center. They're comfortable enough for a classic film SLR of average weight. Originally posted by monochrome I still use a traditional neck strap on my cameras. Sure, I wrap it around my left hand now, but the camera resting state is neckstrap around my neck hanging about diaphragm height Properly adjusted the strap helps hold the camera steady when shooting. Chris

02-14-2016, 01:14 PM	#41
lguckert79 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 601	I took the creative route I made my own sling strap from a rifle shoulder strap from WalMart and use my tripod D link connecter for the head to mount the camera or a eye with threads. I have tested it with 25 lbs of weight on it and it held great.

02-14-2016, 03:06 PM	#42
mikeSF Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Bay Area, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,620	Originally posted by monochrome Way back in the last century, on the HS newspaper staff, if a student was caught carrying a camera without the strap around his neck it was grounds for immediate dismissal. .. Ah, the olden days...

02-14-2016, 04:41 PM - 1 Like	#44
amoringello Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,562	Originally posted by LeDave Does anyone know if having the strap fit in like this, will it warp the metal key-chain lug piece (Don't know they're called)? How safe is it having the strap like this compared to having it strapped down the bottom? I've had that triangle ring essentially unravel/unwind if the camera or strap got caught on something. I used to carry with the BlackRapid clip through the loop exactly like that. It took surprisingly little force. Regardless, the camera fell and the lens mount broke on the lens along with some internal elements breaking loose. Luckily the repair was still relatively inexpensive. The K5 was built like a tank and took the fall without issues.

02-14-2016, 04:44 PM	#45
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by Imp I think i've figure out a solution! At least for me. @jatrax @csa I don't know if this was what you were mentioning before, but here it is. OP/TECH USA System Connectors Mini Quick-Disconnect 1301082 B&H Planning to just pop my regular pentax strap onto those, and now its quick release! I don't have an issue with my current pentax strap, probably because i've never used anything better its mainly an issue with the pain of removing and putting back the strap... Some reviewers say its not big enough or strong enough for DSLRs, but maybe they're talking about Canon 5d cameras, because one reviewer wrote: I think that's the one they referenced. I'm thinking of getting those or something like this: http://www.amazon.ca/Peak-Design-Anchor-Camera-Quick-Connectors/dp/B00Q5XY2YQ/ Because like you, I don't mind the strap I just want to take it on and off more easily.