Last updated April 15, 2022
The right strap can turn any dreary camera into a stylish accessory. And if the thought of adding extra bulk to your backpack with a bulky, OEM strap is something you’d rather avoid, you have some options.
With so many strap makers on the scene these days, choosing which one to go for can be overwhelming. We decided to break down a few things that set some apart from others and help you decide which one is best for you:
Price – No surprises here – price plays a big role in just about every purchase decision we make. The good news is that most straps will only set you back anywhere between $20 and $50 (some are even less than $20). However, there are higher-priced options if you’re looking for something extra high end.
Material – There’s leather, woven fabric, cotton and more to choose from when it comes to the strap material . Depending on your taste and preference, one of these materials may be better suited for you than others. For example, cotton tends to feel friendlier on the skin but doesn’t resist moisture too well, so this type of strap may not be the best for shooting in a humid environment. On the other hand, leather is great at resisting moisture but may feel less friendly against your skin after hours of wearing it.
– There’s leather, woven fabric, cotton and more to choose from when it comes to the strap material . Depending on your taste and preference, one of these materials may be better suited for you than others. For example, cotton tends to feel friendlier on the skin but doesn’t resist moisture too well, so this type of strap may not be the best for shooting in a humid environment. On the other hand, leather is great at resisting moisture but may feel less friendly against your skin after hours of wearing it.
Attachment method – Most camera straps attach via either a D-ring, split ring or a button stud. The most common of the three is the split ring connector. Split rings are quick to attach and detach with no added bulk, but they do tend to wiggle around when attached to the camera and can open depending on how you hold your camera (if it’s in your hand and you bend down to pick something up, for example). On the flip side, if you’re using a tripod collar mount on your lens, this style of strap may not work because you need to remove them before attaching a tripod head. Button studs add extra bulk that other methods don’t have but offer more security than split rings since there is no chance of it opening unless forcibly pulled apart.
D-rings are a very secure attachment method but can be difficult to remove and attach.
– Most camera straps attach via either a D-ring, split ring or a button stud. The most common of the three is the split ring connector. Split rings are quick to attach and detach with no added bulk, but they do tend to wiggle around when attached to the camera and can open depending on how you hold your camera (if it’s in your hand and you bend down to pick something up, for example). On the flip side, if you’re using a tripod collar mount on your lens, this style of strap may not work because you need to remove them before attaching a tripod head. Button studs add extra bulk that other methods don’t have but offer more security than split rings since there is no chance of it opening unless forcibly pulled apart. D-rings are a very secure attachment method but can be difficult to remove and attach. Length – This one’s usually pretty easy to figure out based on your preferred shooting style (if you like keeping your camera at your side, for example, then you will probably want something that’s shorter). If you prefer holding your camera up at eye level or above, go for a longer strap.
My Favorite Straps:
What other people consider the BEST Camera Straps:
- STILL STRONG AS EVER Anchors still hold 200lbs (90kg)
- REVAMPED ANCHORS More secure, fast, and lower profile than ever. New canted/angled Anchors for effortless 1-handed connection. 25% slimmer Anchor housing hardware.
- WEBBING UPGRADE New ultra-smooth nylon webbing with tighter, more durable weave
- OVERMOLDED HARDWARE Strap molded directly into adjustment hardware for significantly lower-profile design
- Durable aluminum quick-adjuster handles let you keep your camera as close to your body as you prefer
- Wear as a sling strap, shoulder strap or neck strap; Reconfigure in seconds. Includes minimalistic anchor mount.
- 32mm (1.3in) wide seatbelt style webbing for low-profile comfort; Smooth on one side, gripped on reverse side
- New design anchors alert you of wear and tear and are thinner so you can use in conjunction with your tripod
- Ultralight quick-connecting wrist strap for on-demand security.
- Works with DSLR, compact and point-and-shoot cameras
- Dyneema Anchors alert you to wear and tear
- International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions.
- Light, quick-release camera strap that fits in your pocket and carries over 200 lbs (90kg) of gear.
- Universal compatibility with all cameras, including CANON, NIKON, SONY, FUJI, and other systems.
- Smooth seatbelt-style webbing glides over clothing for fast camera access and all-day comfort.
- Quickly shorten and lengthen using dual aluminum/Hypalon quick-adjusters. Range: 33 to 57 inches.
- Connect Leash to binoculars, rangefinders, tripods, tools, firearms, and more.
- 【SECURE & SAFE】Secure is the NO.1 priority when designing this camera strap. Anti-falling plastic buckle to connect with the strap, stainless steel screw to hold the quick plate. Solid metal quick release with anti-slipping rubber padding to securely fasten your camera onto the strap. Extra safety tether to protect your expensive DSLR cameras from accidently fall off.
- 【DURABLE & COMFORTABLE】Made of reinforced durable material. Anti-slip Neoprene pad distributes weight perfectly. With comfortable design shaped to fit perfectly around shoulder for constant use and travel. A zipper pocket for storing extra batteries, memory cards etc on the shoulder.
- 【ADAPTABLE & ADJUSTABLE】20.8 in to 31.5 in adjustable quick release strap with neoprene shoulder pad for a comfortable fit, featuring instant-shoot design for easily taking photos while on the go. Not only ideal camera strap for men, but also great camera sling strap for women.
- 【UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY】This camera neck strap is heavy duty and support a full size SLR and zoom. Compatible with any DSLR camera with standard ¼” tripod stud screw. (Includes: CANON EOS Rebel T6i T6s T5i T4i T3i T3 T2i T1i XT XTi XSi SL1 and NIKON D7100 D7000 D5200 D5100 D5000 D3300 D3200 D3100 D3000 D90 D80).
- 【100% SATISFACTION】Perfect for shooting indoor or outdoor, weddings, wildlife, sports or events. Back with waka 100% satisfaction service. Please don't hesitate to contact us via Amazon message system if at any time you aren't completely happy with your purchased, we'll provide you a satisfactory solution.
- ✔SAFETY IN FIRST PLACE-The basis for this great camera strap is a 100cm nylon climbing rope with a diameter of 9 mm ,still flexible but extremely durable. Feels good and you always have the camera under control!
- ✔NECK SHOULDER WRIST-The rope has a length of 100 cm and allows you various carrying options. For example,casually hung over the shoulder,classically around the neck (optimal safety) or simply loosely dangle the camera around the wrist. Find your style and let us know what suits you best!
- ✔UNIQUE DESIGN-The minimalist design of the neck strap fits almost every type of camera and photographer: Stylish, trendy, classic, minimalistic,retro.
- ✔UNIVERSAL MOUNTING-Thanks to the connecting ring, the carrying strap can also be attached to bodys with small eyelets, such as with retro or micro single cameras. In addition, it fits on mirrorless MFT, up to large full-frame DSLR cameras of various brands
- ✔PROMISE-60 days' unconditional replacement or money-back,friendly customer service,12 months quality assurance.
- Classic and High Quality - Fashion print cotton canvas webbing and PU leather, The matched nylon and high-tensile plastic fasteners with quick release buckles. Comfortably worn around the shoulder or neck.
- Suitable For - The universal strap fits for all brands of etc. DSLR SLR cameras, while it can be used for other equipments like some binoculars, monoculars, rangefinders, tools, and so on.
- Adjustable Length - Strap length 28in/71cm, strap width 1.5in/3.8cm. The adjustable length makes the camera strap applicable to most camera users.
- Good Design - WANBY camera neck shoulder belt strap has an comfortable elastic section around the neck to reduce neck tension, anti-slip layer inside helps you to prevent accidental slip of your expensive camera.
- Note - Purchase WANBY's product, it provided by Amazon prime quality service!
- Genuine leather - the Mega gear genuine leather Camera straps are made with high quality, stylish genuine leather featuring exquisite craftsmanship. Stylish and functional, this strap lets you keep your camera within quick reach with comfort.
- Secure - secure your camera with a soft, adjustable, Nonslip strap that gives you quick, hands-free access for indoor or outdoor photo shoots.
- Convenient - The Mega gear genuine leather Camera strap is designed to help carry your camera over the shoulder or around the neck, the thick strap will prevent tension and stress from the weight of your camera.
- Universal - The Mega gear camera strap works with a wide range of SLR and DSLR camera models, including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Pentax and more.
- Durable - the Mega gear shoulder strap is designed with long term use in mind, and will accompany your camera through its life.
- 【Neck-Friendly】Made of high-quality cotton in a good wove process, this camera strap is soft and smooth, relieving the pressure on your shoulders or neck when using the camera for a long time. And no worry about scratching your neck.
- 【Durability】The material of this shoulder strap is not only soft but also heavy-duty. The fabric's workmanship is thick to prevent the camera from falling when wearing.
- 【Adjustable Strap】With this adjustable camera strap, you can adjust it as your need for more comfortable wear.
- 【Nice Camera Accessory】The camera strap adopts a simple style design with a beautiful appearance and personality. A nice choice for photographers who pursue fashion.
- 【Dimension】 The camera strap measures a minimum of 90 cm Long (Max length: 158cm) with 3.8 cm widths.
- 【Univeral Camera Neck Strap】 :Professional neck strap is designed for most mirrorless cameras with 2 side zipped pockets.Such as Canon R6 R5 Mark II R7 R8 R50 R10 R3 R1 Nikon Z8 ZF ZFC Z7 Z6 III II Z5 Z50 Sony A9 III II A7IV A7R III II A7IV A7RV A7RIV A7CR A7S3 A7S III A7C A7 III II ZV-E1 A1 A7R5 A7R4 A7R3 and more.
- 【Adjustable Length Flexibly & Quick-Release】:with the two buckles on the strap, you can quickly adjust the strap to your comfort and shooting style. And the shoulder strap has two quick-release clips allowing you to remove the neck strap easily when not in use.
- 【Comfortable and Breathable】:The neck belt strap is made of comfortable and durable Neoprene. It evenly distributes the weight of your camera thereby minimizing strain on back, neck and muscles. An ideal tool for taking photos constantly for a long time.
- 【Simple Hand Strap & 2 Zipper Pockets】:Both side of the neck strap have a extra pocket for storing small accessories,such as batteries,lens caps,filters and so forth.After removing the neoprene part, the rest acts as a simple hand strap by connecting the both ends of polyester fiber parts.
- 【Anti-Slip & Load-bearing 13.2lb】：The back is designed with small uneven lines and small stripes to prevent slippage and maintain good stability of the camera. Load-bearing: (13.2lb) 6kg.
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