Will this strap hold a DSLR still on the side or back, so it doesn't bang around and hit your kid in the face when you pick him up?
847358
I believe you can swing the camera to your back. If left by your side, it would swing to your front if you bend over. Gravity wins. To keep the camera at your side, you would need to rig a snap to clip the camera to a belt loop. This of course would defeat the ease of swinging the camera up for quick photos.
108522
I think so, it's great if your going out to just shoot pics but it's kind of big and awkward for use as an everyday strap. It attaches at the bottom with a big metal toggle that can get in the way. I like trim, compact things and I actually put my factory strap back on this weekend. When your not wearing the camera the strap gets in the way.
2264333
There is a rubber pad that does a pretty good job holding the camera in position. However, if you have a heavier lens or other gear mounted to the camera, an additional method of securing would certainly help.
926454
I use it with a video camera weighting about 5 lbs with the battery attached and if I leave the camcorder on the tripod unattended the camera tilts toward the ground. (It never fell off though). I would not recommend it for a front heavy lens.
208030
Why I got this strap was to get the load off my neck. True the camera moves freely but I have found that not to be an issue for when i'm shooting I have at least one hand on the my camera and at times when I need both hands I adjust the stops so it rest higher off my hip to the front or to my back.
1407595
I suppose that would depend on the person. I've never had this problem but understand the concern. But any strap would have this same issue, it just might be bumping into things from the front instead of the sides.
2225768
Shoulder strap works well for me. Make sure it is adjusted so everything is in balance.
1208285
The strap is pretty flexible. I don't do a lot of heavy weights when I do bench presses but in general when you lean back against something it doesn't affect their stability.
99254
Great Strap, but I use it on a lighter Camera - a Sony NEX 7 with a Leica 35 mm f2 Rangefinder Lens - It is real quality and I'm sure strong enough, with the best shoulder pad I've seen.
475735
Thanks for all the responses. For what it's worth, I'm experimenting placing the camera sideways in the case with the camera handle facing up. I'm using one of the velcro straps, parallel to, and raised a bit from, the bottom to keep the lens from resting on the bottom from the case.
146649
Wearing the Cotton Carrier in reverse would defeat the purpose of having your camera ready at all times. I have not experienced any back strain because the weight of the camera is distributed evenly.
1384533
Yes and yes. I take my camera everywhere all of the time. I carry it in one hand with the strap wrapped around my wrist. The strap's connection to the eyelet on the side where I secure it loosens regularly, and I have to check it so the strap doesn't come off and send the camera bouncing off the ground. The connection on the other side works fine, so if you don't carry your camera as I do, this is a nice strap.
1645290
I am 5' 10 1/2" and the camera is level with my pocket. If I was taller, it should come to about my waist level which I would consider more ideal. I am very pleased with this strap and consider it a "camera saver". The only precaution is not to let the mounting plate become loose or the camera could fall free. I have to be cautious when using my monopod, because it tends to unscrew the mounting plate. That aside, I wouldn't be without it.
2030113
I would say no more so than a backpack's arm straps if the child is left unattended. We've actually found it's better with the chest strap because it holds the backpack to our daughter in the proper position.
2134751
I'm not familiar with the camera you mention, but I used it on my little Sony. The fit is really tight, and I used heavy thread to pull it through. (It was too thick to thread it the way it is).I love this strap! I used it on a trip to Europe and my camera was by my side without swinging into things, and so easy to slide it up to eye level to snap a pic. Also, the quick release let me hand the camera to someone else to take a pic.
913640
The strap is solid but soft enough. So, I do not see why you should not use it. I do not know the exact measurement of the strap but it is neither too long nor too short , allowing our three year old walk independently but within our sight (especially at the airport and crowded park entrances). Of course, as with similar items, I would not leave a young child unattended with this item.
2163688
my 3yr old is still in a car seat and weighs almost 40lbs. will this strap work for us along with the carseat when we travel??