Camera harness

jthomasjthomas Registered Users Posts: 454 Major grins
edited March 31, 2005 in Accessories
Anyone know of sources for a camera harness? What I have in mind is something with shoulder straps like a backpack with a harness in front to support a camera. Need to be able to release the camera quickly for shooting, but have the camera supported by the shoulders (not the neck!) while walking.

I've looked at http://www.kinesisgear.com/, but what I find there looks a bit too elaborate.

Any other suggestions?

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  • pathfinderpathfinder Super Moderators Posts: 14,708 moderator
    edited March 30, 2005
    jthomas wrote:
    Anyone know of sources for a camera harness? What I have in mind is something with shoulder straps like a backpack with a harness in front to support a camera. Need to be able to release the camera quickly for shooting, but have the camera supported by the shoulders (not the neck!) while walking.

    I've looked at http://www.kinesisgear.com/, but what I find there looks a bit too elaborate.

    Any other suggestions?
    You might call the owner, Richard Stum at kinesisgear.com. I have spoken to him several times and find him helpful and willing to listen. I have ordered several long lens cases from him and like them quite a bit. He is very straight forward and pleasant to do business with. He might be willing to fabricate just what you want.
    Pathfinder - www.pathfinder.smugmug.com

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  • cmr164cmr164 Registered Users Posts: 1,542 Major grins
    edited March 30, 2005
    jthomas wrote:
    Anyone know of sources for a camera harness? What I have in mind is something with shoulder straps like a backpack with a harness in front to support a camera. Need to be able to release the camera quickly for shooting, but have the camera supported by the shoulders (not the neck!) while walking.

    I've looked at http://www.kinesisgear.com/, but what I find there looks a bit too elaborate.

    Any other suggestions?
    Have you tried lengthening your strap just a bit and putting your left arm through as well as your head. The strap now hangs on your right shoulder and the camera is positioned on your chest. (rotate strap to position camera) Now you should have quick response capability and easy drop back to chest. You do lose some freedom on motion but lanscape and portrait positions are still do-able.
    Charles Richmond IT & Security Consultant
    Operating System Design, Drivers, Software
    Villa Del Rio II, Talamban, Pit-os, Cebu, Ph
  • jthomasjthomas Registered Users Posts: 454 Major grins
    edited March 30, 2005
    cmr164 wrote:
    Have you tried lengthening your strap just a bit and putting your left arm through as well as your head. The strap now hangs on your right shoulder and the camera is positioned on your chest. (rotate strap to position camera) Now you should have quick response capability and easy drop back to chest. You do lose some freedom on motion but lanscape and portrait positions are still do-able.
    Haven't tried this, but I see a problem. Either the camera would not be snug enough for steady hiking, or would be too snug for easy use.
  • SamSam Registered Users Posts: 7,419 Major grins
    edited March 30, 2005
    jthomas wrote:
    Anyone know of sources for a camera harness? What I have in mind is something with shoulder straps like a backpack with a harness in front to support a camera. Need to be able to release the camera quickly for shooting, but have the camera supported by the shoulders (not the neck!) while walking.

    I've looked at http://www.kinesisgear.com/, but what I find there looks a bit too elaborate.

    Any other suggestions?
    OK, here' my input. Try these guys: Kinesis Photo Gear homepage [Built for People -- On the Move]™

    Here is an idea i am experimenting with. I normally have a back pack on, and simply carry the calmera, but this can akward at times and prevents you from uising both hands when climbing.

    I have what I believe is refered to as a holster style bag. It will take the camera and a lens like say a 28-135 is. I have fastened it to the sholder strap on my left side. I can slip the camera in the bag zip and climb. Access is fast and easy.

    Sam
    www.samlinvillephotography.com
  • cmr164cmr164 Registered Users Posts: 1,542 Major grins
    edited March 31, 2005
    jthomas wrote:
    Haven't tried this, but I see a problem. Either the camera would not be snug enough for steady hiking, or would be too snug for easy use.
    A chest mounted camera is a no-no for cliffs or rock climbing but the carry method I describe works fine for long hikes.

    'Course I always have the camera in my hand unless changing lenses.
    Charles Richmond IT & Security Consultant
    Operating System Design, Drivers, Software
    Villa Del Rio II, Talamban, Pit-os, Cebu, Ph
  • gubbsgubbs Registered Users Posts: 3,166 Major grins
    edited March 31, 2005
    What do you think about this from optech. ne_nau.gif
    gubbs
    gubbs.smugmug.com

  • jthomasjthomas Registered Users Posts: 454 Major grins
    edited March 31, 2005
    gubbs wrote:
    What do you think about this from optech. ne_nau.gif
    Thanks for all your suggestions. This tip from gubbs looks close to what I want, but still has the camera supported by the neck rather than the shoulders like a backpack. The "cam/bino harness" mentioned on the same page may be just the ticket though.

    I don't do any rock climbing - just hiking.
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