Question on Op/Tech straps for a 10D

[MarkH]

I am placing an order to B&H but the freight cost is approaching US$50, so I want to be careful to order the right stuff. My question is about 2 items that I want to order.

1. Op/Tech wrist strap for my 10D + BG-ED3. Is this the right product: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=170180&is=REG

2. Op/Tech camera strap to go around my neck, which do I get? Pro camera strap or Super Pro camera strap, which connectors (A, B, Ring, webbing)?

The price of different straps is not much different, but the cost of putting another order through in a couple of weeks it quite high, I want to get my order right on the first try.

[neil_r]

I use the super classic strap with pro loops on a 1D MkII with excellent results. I used to use the pro strap, to be honest I am finding the classic more comfortable.

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[fslshooter]

You need the 3/8" webbing connectors for the 10D. I have the OpTech Pro on my 10D and I like it. I'm not sure about the wrist strap -- personally I wouldn't want one.

[IanD]

I'm using the OP Tech Pro with loops on my 1D and used the same strap on my 10D. With the loops, there is nothing close to the body to rub on it or scratch it. The loops are very strong.

[defordphoto]

I use the OpTech Pro on all my cameras along with the E1. Only way to fly.

[MarkH]

OK, that's 3 votes for Op/Tech Pro. I'll go for the loops I suppose.

Now RFM, any particular reason to go to the Canon E1 rather than the Op/Tech Grip camera strap (link on first post)? I know I read somewhere on this forum that someone had tried both and prefered the Op/Tech (if I remember correctly and if that is the right model strap).

[cc10d]

I also us the E1, Just slip the hand into it, no velcro or wrist snaps to deal with. I use the Op/Tech neck strap also, The E1 to ease handling the camera, one hand operation with smaller lens, and helps balance larger lenses.

[defordphoto]

OK, that's 3 votes for Op/Tech Pro. I'll go for the loops I suppose.

Now RFM, any particular reason to go to the Canon E1 rather than the Op/Tech Grip camera strap (link on first post)? I know I read somewhere on this forum that someone had tried both and prefered the Op/Tech (if I remember correctly and if that is the right model strap).

The Op/Tech wrist strap is just that. It's a "tourist" type strap—as I call it—that you can dangle the camera off your wrist as you walk around. The E1 actually assists you in holding the camera and it's especially handy for motorsports shooting when hand-holding for hours and hours. I wouldn't touch that Op/Tech wrist thingie. I have no use for it. When I walk around, the camera is hanging off my shoulder, not my wirst.

[scsmith10D]

The Op-Tech strap has bayonet connectors which allow the main portion of the shoulder strap to be removed and the two short ends snapped together to make a really short "strap" or cord which I use when the camera is on a tripod or monopod.

I've never used a hand strap, per se.

I love the pro strap with the pro loop connectors. The Super Pro stuff and associated connectors are made for medium format cameras.

I have an Op-Tech "fashion" strap on my binoculars. Wonderful strap. I can adapt it to my camera when I want a smaller profile shoulder strap, such as on hot summer days when the Pro strap acts like a neck warmer.

[MarkH]

The E1 actually assists you in holding the camera and it's especially handy for motorsports shooting when hand-holding for hours and hours. I wouldn't touch that Op/Tech wrist thingie. I have no use for it. When I walk around, the camera is hanging off my shoulder, not my wirst.

OK, order placed for Op/Tech Pro Strap with loops and Canon E1.

But I couldn't find anywhere to put your name in as the salesman, looks like you don't get your commission RMS :lol:

I've also ordered a 1GB Sandisk Extreme, you can never have too much fast CF. Not a bad price either.