Optech strap for MX, Super A?

ziggy7 · 04-02-2010, 06:25 PM

I don't like the metal strap rings that came with my MX amd Super A because they can scratch up the covering on the body. Has anyone tried the Optech Pro Loop straps? If I remove the original metal rings, will the loop straps fit through the holes in the strap studs on the cameras? If not, any other suggestions?

Ratmagiclady · 04-02-2010, 06:49 PM

Originally posted by ziggy7

I don't like the metal strap rings that came with my MX amd Super A because they can scratch up the covering on the body. Has anyone tried the Optech Pro Loop straps? If I remove the original metal rings, will the loop straps fit through the holes in the strap studs on the cameras? If not, any other suggestions?

I believe they're supposed to be able to do just that. I use some Optech straps, though I've avoided the loops in favor of rings. I just use leather washers.

I think Mel here has used the loop links, I don't know if she cares for them much, but they should be plenty for a little camera like the ones you're talking about.

I do like the Pro Straps, (pretty sure that's what they call them. I call them 'boomerangs'.

) Like them pretty well, but the straps themselves may be a bit much for those cameras, unless maybe you use big lenses and/or winders: they do have smaller kinds.

SOldBear · 04-02-2010, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by ziggy7

I don't like the metal strap rings that came with my MX amd Super A because they can scratch up the covering on the body. Has anyone tried the Optech Pro Loop straps? If I remove the original metal rings, will the loop straps fit through the holes in the strap studs on the cameras? If not, any other suggestions?

I have Optech Pro Loop on all of my camera bodies. The answer is no. Without the metal rings (or whatever you call the triangular thingy), the Pro Loop won't fit.

I use a piece of leather (similar to the ones that come with the K7) around or under each of the metal rings to prevent scratching.

04-02-2010, 06:25 PM	#1
ziggy7 Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 54	Optech strap for MX, Super A? I don't like the metal strap rings that came with my MX amd Super A because they can scratch up the covering on the body. Has anyone tried the Optech Pro Loop straps? If I remove the original metal rings, will the loop straps fit through the holes in the strap studs on the cameras? If not, any other suggestions?

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04-02-2010, 06:49 PM	#2
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by ziggy7 I don't like the metal strap rings that came with my MX amd Super A because they can scratch up the covering on the body. Has anyone tried the Optech Pro Loop straps? If I remove the original metal rings, will the loop straps fit through the holes in the strap studs on the cameras? If not, any other suggestions? I believe they're supposed to be able to do just that. I use some Optech straps, though I've avoided the loops in favor of rings. I just use leather washers. I think Mel here has used the loop links, I don't know if she cares for them much, but they should be plenty for a little camera like the ones you're talking about. I do like the Pro Straps, (pretty sure that's what they call them. I call them 'boomerangs'. ) Like them pretty well, but the straps themselves may be a bit much for those cameras, unless maybe you use big lenses and/or winders: they do have smaller kinds.

04-02-2010, 08:56 PM	#3
SOldBear Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alameda, CA Posts: 3,206	Originally posted by ziggy7 I don't like the metal strap rings that came with my MX amd Super A because they can scratch up the covering on the body. Has anyone tried the Optech Pro Loop straps? If I remove the original metal rings, will the loop straps fit through the holes in the strap studs on the cameras? If not, any other suggestions? I have Optech Pro Loop on all of my camera bodies. The answer is no. Without the metal rings (or whatever you call the triangular thingy), the Pro Loop won't fit. I use a piece of leather (similar to the ones that come with the K7) around or under each of the metal rings to prevent scratching.