c jensen Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>Any suggestions for a neck strap that will fit a 40D but that is more comfortable than the stock one?</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay a. frew Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>hello Chris:</p> <p>I have the 40D and I gave-up on neck straps.</p> <p>Have you tried a hand-strap? I find them more comfortable and I can get the camera to my eye, and shooting, much quicker.</p> <p>I bought a couple of these (one for 40D and one for EOS 3):</p> <p>http://www.camdapter.com/</p> <p>There are other, less expensive, hand-straps available, but, the Camdapter adapter also fits into my RRS brand tripod and monopod heads.</p> <p>My only word of caution is: before you cut the excess strap material from the hand-strap (after you mount it to the camera), make sure you leave enough to expand the strap for use with gloves (if you live in a place where gloves are necessary part of the year). The directions I received from the company made no mention of this.</p> <p>Cheers! Jay</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davyjo Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>I picked up a pair of Tamrac N-5059 straps with quick release buckles and leather pads. I have found them to be very comfortable and I really like the quick release buckles. Some worry about the strength of the quick releases But I've tested them to over 100lbs with no sign of problems.<br> I have tried a neoprene strap and didn't like it as well as the leather.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davyjo Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>In the interest of full disclosure. I haven't actually tried these straps on a 40d. But they are on my 30D and 50D, which, if you average them, is a 40D!</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckystokes Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>I like the Domke and Think Tank Photo straps. They're very similar.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wujuice Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>I bought an Op/Tech Pro Strap for my 40D and LOVE IT.<br> Much softer and grippier for my camera than the stock strap. Here's their website:<br> http://www.optechusa.com/product/detail/?PRODUCT_ID=23&PRODUCT_SUB_ID=</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c jensen Posted February 1, 2009 Author Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>Thanks for the advice folks. Very helpful. Jay-yes I've got a grip strap which I like. Also need a neck strap though as I carry two 40D's when I'm shooting soccer games.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff_bubis Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>Currently, I'm using a Kata Reflex-E, which I love. I also have a penchant for old Nishika straps. I would never use one when I've got a heavy lens (which is why I switched to the Kata), but they are very comfortable.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canfred Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>The Canon neck straps purpose is to advertise the brand no good for anything else. Perhaps of little use to you but I use the older Leica straps for both my 5D II and the 40D.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuppyDigs Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>A leather Levy guitar strap with rhinestones looks way cool and less geeky than your typical OpTec or Canon fare.</p> Sometimes the light’s all shining on me. Other times I can barely see. - Robert Hunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrossi Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>Not sure how easy they are to find, but I use a Roots neoprene strap with air pockets and it's the most comfortable I've come across. I hike with a 100-400 zoom on a 30D and 5D and it's rock solid, and very comfortable even with the heavy weight. Great straps.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry_ed_fly Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 <p>I have a Tamrac N-5059 strap on my 30D and a Domke strap on my EOS 3. Both are very comfortable.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belman Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>When I use my 70-200 2.8 IS, which is a little heavier than other zooms of the same range, I use the BlackRapid strap. It attaches to the lens and is easy to carry as well as quick to access. When I shoot field sports, the above mentioned set-up tucks behind my back while using longer lenses on a monopod.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcolwell Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>It's Domke Grippers for me, for camera weights up to a 1dII with 70-200/2.8L IS. Anything heavier gets a strap on the lens (usually a Domke Gripper).</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_clarke3 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>I'll go with Jeff A Bubis and rave about the Kata reflex E strap.<br> It's well comfy and I like the two little pockets for CF cards, the best place for cards!. A huge improvement on the Canon strap.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie_robertson2 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>I can also vouch for the Op/Tech Pro Strap. They are truly superb and make your camera feel 50% lighter. There are the best.<br> See here: <a href="http://s156287941.oneandoneshop.co.uk/shopdata/?main_url=go.shopscript%3Fa%3D113">http://s156287941.oneandoneshop.co.uk/shopdata/?main_url=go.shopscript%3Fa%3D113</a></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_bisom Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>The best strap I have ever used is the RS strap from Black Rapid:</p> <p>http://www.blackrapid.com/</p> <p>We have a total of three now. My wife uses one camera on a bracet with the 2nd over her shoulder. I use two crissrossing straps/cameras. The videos on the site give a good demo. Using it is just a different (better IMHO) paradigm.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mt4x4 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>The OP/TECH pro strap is great. I would also suggest that you check out the OP/TECH <a href="http://www.optechusa.com/product/detail/?PRODUCT_ID=45&PRODUCT_SUB_ID=&CATEGORY_ID=4">Super Classic Strap</a> . Both are great straps, and I do believe are the same price.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrynmnk Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>I use a Lowepro neck strap. It's a contoured neoprene non slip strap with quick release tabs. I love it. Can' remember where I bought it, but it should be widely available. Also, as I recall is was pretty reasonably priced (<$20).</p> <p>Jerry</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vibin247 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>I currently use an Up-Strap Kevlar SLR strap for my 40D, which I recommend if you're mostly going to carry it on the shoulder. For the neck, Op-Tech, but I find that they wear out pretty fast. One downside for the Up-Strap is that it's not very compact, and if you're going to sling it around your neck, it's not so comfortable if you're not wearing a collared shirt or jacket. Haven't tried the Domke or Think Tank straps, though I probably will in the future when I get a new Canon body. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey L.T. von Glück Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>The only straps I use on any of my cameras--Canons and Leicas--are those made by UPstrap. They are the best, absolutely nonslip under most conditions. Been using them for 10+ years. Go to <a href="http://www.http//www.upstrap-pro.com/">www.http://www.upstrap-pro.com/</a> You will NOT be disappointed!</p> Jeffrey L. T. von Gluck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey L.T. von Glück Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>Forgot to mention that you can get away with the"RF/DC" model UPstrap. It's much more compact. It's designed for rangefinder cameras and medium-sized digitals, but the manufacturer recommends it for the 40D as opposed to the larger straps recommended for the bigger Canon digitals. I've been using it for over a year with my 40D and have never been disappointed. The manufacturer straps are generally crap.</p> Jeffrey L. T. von Gluck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david israel Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>You got to try the handstrap. You can use it in conjuction with the neck strap. I have not used my neck strap since I got the hand strap. I feel like I have a much more steadier hand and control over the camera.<br> I got the canon model "Canon E1 - Hand strap"</p> <p>Good luck,<br> David</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c jensen Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 <p>Thanks everyone for the input. Looks like there are several good ones to choose from. Appreciate all the advice.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshuat syd, aus Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>When I get back from my holiday I will definitely be buying a new strap for my camera. </p> <p>I was eyeing off the Crumpler "<i>Industry Disgrace</i>" before I left and I can now confirm it is on the shopping list.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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