How does the OP?TECH sling work for hiking...does anyone have experience with this versus the Black Rapid...Nikon D-5100 with 70-300...thanks!
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I've been using it for a year and Love it. Works great! I don't know how it compares to a black rapid because I haven't felt the need to get one. If you buy the Optech get the OEM Non FastenR-3 Nut to go with it. That will help it hang better. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0052VXCWK/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
2009454
I've been using it for a year and Love it. Works great! I don't know how it compares to a black rapid because I haven't felt the need to get one. If you buy the Optech get the OEM Non FastenR-3 Nut to go with it. That will help it hang better. OEM Non FastenR-3 Nut for any Sling Strap rapid for DSLR - Black
2009455
It will work ok, but it will still be bouncing around as you move. I would recommend the spider holster system either instead, or in addition to the sling for ultimate security.
2009456
I bought it to use while in Europe last April. I'm sure it works very well. Instead, though, I bought the simple Op-Tech hand strap to carry my (heavy) camera in one hand. I was only walking, though, and that option probably wouldn't be sufficient for someone hiking who needs to use his/her hands. In practice, it slides well into place and is well made. I also bought the extender straps. BTW: I believe Op-Tech has lost the patent on the device through some (I suspect) patent troll. If you want one and they're still available you'd better act. I'm afraid that when they run out, they'll be out. I bought it to use while in Europe last April. I'm sure it works very well. Instead, though, I bought the simple Op-Tech hand strap to carry my (heavy) camera in one hand. I was only walking, though, and that option probably wouldn't be sufficient for someone hiking who needs to use his/her hands. In practice, it slides well into place and is well made. I also bought the extender straps. BTW: I believe Op-Tech has lost the patent on the device through some (I suspect) patent troll. If you want one and they're still available you'd better act. I'm afraid that when they run out, they'll be out.
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Thank you for your comment. I found it very helpful. I naturally prefer Canon but really want the wide-angle offered in this Sony camcorder. Canon missed the boat on wide angle in my view.
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Once again, THANK YOU Technology Guy for taking the time to answer my questions in such a thorough and informative manner. I really appreciate it. I'm sure I'll enjoy the Rebel Kit as my introductory into digital SLRs, and I'll be sure to stop by the photography forum as you suggested. Thanks again.
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@Hugh - by the time I get to evaluating and posting, many reviews will be posted. I'm leaving in a week for a multi-month hike 3 days after the camera is due to arrive.Interestingly, the Sony website now says they're taking pre-orders and it will ship 3/17. I've got my e-mail saying it will ship 3/12 so I'll see by the end of today what happened.
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I have the slingshot 302 and the fast pack 100. The sling shot hurts my shoulder after a while. I felt like I shouldve gone with the fastpack 300 (302?) series. The fastpack 100 is very comfortable.
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Yeah no problem, but you'll need the appropriate hardware, this only comes the the nylon strap looped back on itself with nylon hardware. Not that you asked, but thought I'd mention that this sling is UBER-cool. I have it on an Arsenal AK and it supports is weight while "at the ready" comfortably. Who knows? If the inept government we have keeps doing what it does a societal collapse might actually force me to get practice using it defending my elderly parents from the hungry masses! :-( Glad it's so comfortable! :-) GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
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light load, not so much, heavy load, yes. Remember this is not a small sling pack, it is actually pretty huge. I used it for a bit then went with a much smaller pack as it was such a cavernous bag for a sling pack. IMO Sling packs in general are not great for carrying lots of gear or heavy loads. I ended up going with the Noatak from the Maxpedition Gearslinger line and am very happy with it, although some folks will think it is too small. Maxpedition in general makes great packs.
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i have the shorter version, and it serves me well , the longer one did not closed down enough for my hunting style, lots of hiking and shooting down steep canyons, sit down and measure the height from the ground to your comfortable shooting position, that should give you an idea which one will work for you. but i do endorse this product
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Works good for me too. I have used it all day with my 92a1 and it was pretty comfortable throughout the 10 hour use (hiking, riding quad, etc).
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I love how this always works out for me. I wanted this camera for my cruise on the 18th, but went ahead and got the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Red) last week because I didn't think the Nikon would be here in time. Now that it's here, what should I do? I like the GPS on the Panasonic, but it takes HORRIBLE low light pics. Any help would be appreciated!
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Hey all! I am also extremely interested in the upcoming Zeikos battery grip for the D7000. I connected with customer support through the Zeikos website (much like @graceful did) and they just informed me that their development department will not have this product ready until the end of April. This is a real downer. Another full month without an alternative to the overprices MB-D11 option.
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I returned my Sling in favor of a Lowepro Toploader Zoom 55 AW, which I feel is structurally more sound for larger format SLR cameras/lenses. I used the sling when I had a small format Olympus P & S and I threw in other paraphernalia. When I moved to the SLR, I did not consider it sufficient.
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I've used this strap on a Mamiya M645 weighing about 4# for many years on hikes of 4-6 hours and it works very well. I still need to un-weight my neck from time to time with one hand on the camera. My Pentax K-2 with Sigma 18-125 weighs about 3# so your setup is probably somewhere in between. The N45 would probably work well for you if you are carrying for a long time. The easy detachment of the strap is also convenient if you use a tripod some of the time.
201017
I just perchased the H20. I'm use to having a view finder. I thought there may be a way to rig some kind of sighting device. The camera already has a means of sighting in. Looking from the rear of the camera, there is an elbow formed to the left side of the flash "hump". If you bracket your subject in this elbow it'll pretty much end up dead center of your shot. Hey, it's not hi-tech but the method works.
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sorry, i have a rebel T4i ... the cord that threads thru the camera - frayed beyond repair, just while trying to attach it. I never figured out how to thread it and I ended up throwing it out. :( you should check out the Spider Holster - i see them use it on CreativeLive.com all time - looks really strong and reliable!!
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I was just at the store today looking at the TM90 and the Canon M41, hard to choose between the two! Johnny, do you miss having a viewfinder? And, the green tint scares me...I've read that in a lot of reviews.
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Thanks for your advise. I bought the Slingshot 100. The Camera shop was sold out of the 200 and I needed something ASAP. The bag is made very well and I like the size. Thanks Again. H.L.