OP/TECH USA 1501012 Pro Strap for cameras and binoculars- neoprene (Black)
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Manufacturer: OpTechModel: 1501012
Color: Black
Product features:
- Makes cameras, camcorders and binoculars feel 50% lighter
- Non Slip Grip
- One size fits most, fully adjustable
- Lightweight, very strong and durable
- Use over shoulder or around neck
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of OP/TECH USA 1501012 Pro Strap for cameras and binoculars- neoprene (Black)
Customer Review: Works BUT fabric is scratchy and rough on skin
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought this strap to replace a Nikon strap for a D90, 50mm lens, and the heavy SB900 speedlite. OP's strap DRASTICALLY reduced fatigue and pressure, making the camera feel less than half its weight.
It does this by combining a wide, thick neoprene piece and stiff elastic sewed onto it. You get "goosh" from the neoprene, and just the right amount of "give" from the elastic.
HOWEVER, the neoprene/elastic section is at the top / in the middle of the strap, and is about 10 inches long (in the sample photo, the neoprene section is the larger/wider part) . The rest of the strap (the two sides that are skinny in the photo) is a rough nylon-type fabric, with plastic clips to quickly attach/detach the strap from the camera.
I am female, so I frequently use the camera when wearing a scoopneck blouse where part of my upper chest, back, or shoulders are exposed. The nylon fabric was soo rough and scratchy to my skin, that I could hardly bear the strap longer than 10 minutes before my skin felt raw everwhere it was rubbing. The neoprene and elastic section was so comfortable I wish they would have just made the entire strap out of that.
To salvage my purchase, I used a sewing seam ripper to disassemble the strap, and sewed the comfy neoprene strip onto my original Nikon strap. This was a perfect compromise. It was not quite as good as the original due to being unable to use the stretchy elastic section. However, the OP strap would have been otherwise unusable because of how horribly it rubbed my skin. Thankfully, the neoprene strip sewed onto my Nikon strap is awesome - I have worn it for two 2hr shoots, and it was very comfortable.
I wouldn't expect a guy to have any problem with the strap, because men's shirts cover the skin all the way up to the neck, so the roughness of the material would not be an issue. If you are a guy, you will love the strap! If you a girl, perhaps try something else, or remake the strap like I did, or plan to always wear shirts that cover you completely to the neck.
I gave it two stars because it would be completely unusable to me as it is (1 star), but since I was able to take it apart and use part of it very nicely, it gets one more star.
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Description of OP/TECH USA 1501012 Pro Strap for cameras and binoculars- neoprene (Black)
The OP/TECH PRO STRAPTM is rapidly becoming the choice of professional photographers and people who use large cameras with long heavy lenses. It's also ideal for use on portable power packs. The patented weight reduction system makes the PRO STRAP absolutely essential for prolonged use of a heavy camera or portable power pack. Equipment instantly feels 50% lighter and 100% more comfortable when using a PRO STRAP. The weight is evenly dispersed while the strap functions as a shock absorber to eliminate neck and shoulder fatigue. The Non Slip GripTM adds the finishing touch which enables camera gear to be safely carried slung over the shoulder. You'll definitely feel the difference!
This strap uses OP/TECH USA's 3/8" (9.5mm) Connector Systems for added adjustability. The 3/8" (9.5mm) webbing connectors fit easily through tight connection areas.
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