I dropped my K-50... again...

**csa** · 06-26-2016, 07:07 AM

Originally posted by sawitar

As a precaution I'm not using neck strap on any of my cameras any more.

I always use a neck strap in order NOT to drop my cameras!

I do however make sure the strap is not dangling down, when camera is on a table, etc.

**csa** · 06-26-2016, 07:08 AM

Not this time, Bert!

**paulh** · 06-26-2016, 07:17 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

Maybe I shouldn't balance my tripod (with camera) on a rickety stool then slip on a puddle of water and kick the stool?

I think if you were to skip the "kick the stool" part, you'd be better off.

normhead · 06-26-2016, 08:52 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

I just put it down randomly to put my shoes on.

Next time, finished getting dressed before you get you camera equipment out.

I guarantee you, if you keep talking, we'll keep giving you advice.

Dlanor Sekao · 06-26-2016, 11:36 AM

Bertwert.....Neck straps on Cameras are simply a tool to launch it ! Quite a few of us aren't advocates of the standard Camera Strap......its like an accident waiting to happen. A Camera Launching Snare !......lol.
Be nice to the lens too or Your paying shipping on the next Care Package.....lol.

I'm glad there doesn't seem to be any significant damage.....GOOD.

bertwert · 06-26-2016, 11:45 AM

Originally posted by Dlanor Sekao

Bertwert.....Neck straps on Cameras are simply a tool to launch it ! Quite a few of us aren't advocates of the standard Camera Strap......its like an accident waiting to happen. A Camera Launching Snare !......lol.

Yep!
I've read too many horror stories about that.
In this case a strap would not have helped anyways....

Originally posted by Dlanor Sekao

I'm glad there doesn't seem to be any significant damage.....GOOD.

Pentax cameras (and lenses) are like tanks!

**csa** · 06-28-2016, 08:22 AM

Originally posted by Dlanor Sekao

Quite a few of us aren't advocates of the standard Camera Strap...

Quite a few of us are advocates of the camera strap. Many times handling my camera(s), I almost fumbled and dropped it, the strap secure around my neck saved the cameras & lenses. It's what each person feels comfortable with; there's no right or wrong, simply what works for you.

**mattb123** · 06-28-2016, 08:32 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

Maybe I shouldn't balance my tripod (with camera) on a rickety stool then slip on a puddle of water and kick the stool?

Not unless you are looking for excuses to buy new gear.

Dlanor Sekao · 06-28-2016, 09:04 AM

Originally posted by csa

Quite a few of us are advocates of the camera strap. Many times handling my camera(s), I almost fumbled and dropped it, the strap secure around my neck saved the cameras & lenses. It's what each person feels comfortable with; there's no right or wrong, simply what works for you.

You are Correct....in my case its a wrist strap that saves the day !...

Pepe Le Pew · 06-28-2016, 09:31 AM

My Mother dropped a D90 once..... She wonders why I will never lend my K-30 to her.

12345 · 06-29-2016, 09:26 AM

I finally removed the neck strap from my K-5IIs. I have the bad habit of setting it somewhere with the strap hanging down over the edge, and it invariably will get yanked on. I can't remember for sure now whether it's actually taken a spill (it seems like it has...) so I figured I might as well remove the thing before it does happen. I like my camera so much more without the strap on it, that I never want to put it back on!

**mattb123** · 06-29-2016, 09:28 AM

Originally posted by 12345

I finally removed the neck strap from my K-5IIs. I have the bad habit of setting it somewhere with the strap hanging down over the edge, and it invariably will get yanked on. I can't remember for sure now whether it's actually taken a spill (it seems like it has...) so I figured I might as well remove the thing before it does happen. I like my camera so much more without the strap on it, that I never want to put it back on!

I don't use the neck straps either. I put removable wrist straps on them and use a Black Rapid strap if I really need to have it attached to me (like for events).

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06-26-2016, 07:07 AM	#16
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Originally posted by sawitar As a precaution I'm not using neck strap on any of my cameras any more. I always use a neck strap in order NOT to drop my cameras! I do however make sure the strap is not dangling down, when camera is on a table, etc.

06-26-2016, 07:08 AM	#17
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Not this time, Bert!

06-26-2016, 07:17 AM	#18
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,237	Originally posted by bertwert Maybe I shouldn't balance my tripod (with camera) on a rickety stool then slip on a puddle of water and kick the stool? I think if you were to skip the "kick the stool" part, you'd be better off.

06-26-2016, 08:52 AM	#19
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,448	Originally posted by bertwert I just put it down randomly to put my shoes on. Next time, finished getting dressed before you get you camera equipment out. I guarantee you, if you keep talking, we'll keep giving you advice.

06-26-2016, 11:36 AM	#20
Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	Bertwert.....Neck straps on Cameras are simply a tool to launch it ! Quite a few of us aren't advocates of the standard Camera Strap......its like an accident waiting to happen. A Camera Launching Snare !......lol. Be nice to the lens too or Your paying shipping on the next Care Package.....lol. I'm glad there doesn't seem to be any significant damage.....GOOD.

06-26-2016, 11:45 AM	#21
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173 Original Poster	Originally posted by Dlanor Sekao Bertwert.....Neck straps on Cameras are simply a tool to launch it ! Quite a few of us aren't advocates of the standard Camera Strap......its like an accident waiting to happen. A Camera Launching Snare !......lol. Yep! I've read too many horror stories about that. In this case a strap would not have helped anyways.... Originally posted by Dlanor Sekao I'm glad there doesn't seem to be any significant damage.....GOOD. Pentax cameras (and lenses) are like tanks!

06-28-2016, 08:22 AM	#22
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Originally posted by Dlanor Sekao Quite a few of us aren't advocates of the standard Camera Strap... Quite a few of us are advocates of the camera strap. Many times handling my camera(s), I almost fumbled and dropped it, the strap secure around my neck saved the cameras & lenses. It's what each person feels comfortable with; there's no right or wrong, simply what works for you.

06-28-2016, 08:32 AM	#23
mattb123 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado High Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,872	Originally posted by bertwert Maybe I shouldn't balance my tripod (with camera) on a rickety stool then slip on a puddle of water and kick the stool? Not unless you are looking for excuses to buy new gear.

06-28-2016, 09:04 AM	#24
Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	Originally posted by csa Quite a few of us are advocates of the camera strap. Many times handling my camera(s), I almost fumbled and dropped it, the strap secure around my neck saved the cameras & lenses. It's what each person feels comfortable with; there's no right or wrong, simply what works for you. You are Correct....in my case its a wrist strap that saves the day !...

06-28-2016, 09:31 AM	#25
Pepe Le Pew Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 591	My Mother dropped a D90 once..... She wonders why I will never lend my K-30 to her.

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06-29-2016, 09:26 AM	#26
12345 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 520	I finally removed the neck strap from my K-5IIs. I have the bad habit of setting it somewhere with the strap hanging down over the edge, and it invariably will get yanked on. I can't remember for sure now whether it's actually taken a spill (it seems like it has...) so I figured I might as well remove the thing before it does happen. I like my camera so much more without the strap on it, that I never want to put it back on!

06-29-2016, 09:28 AM	#27
mattb123 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado High Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,872	Originally posted by 12345 I finally removed the neck strap from my K-5IIs. I have the bad habit of setting it somewhere with the strap hanging down over the edge, and it invariably will get yanked on. I can't remember for sure now whether it's actually taken a spill (it seems like it has...) so I figured I might as well remove the thing before it does happen. I like my camera so much more without the strap on it, that I never want to put it back on! I don't use the neck straps either. I put removable wrist straps on them and use a Black Rapid strap if I really need to have it attached to me (like for events).