OP/TECH USAPro Loop Strap (Forest)

I've used OP/TECH USA since the 1980s. Never disappointed.

Bought this strap a little over 10 years ago. It was used with a DSLR with a medium zoom lens over all that time. It was used for much travel, in many countries because it was much more comfortable to wear than the strap provided by the camera manufacturer. Because it was designed for general use, it does not have the huge lettering of "Expensive Camera, steal Me" on the strap, which seems prudent when traveling to places where your equipment may be tempting as it worth several years income for a larcenous local person.After 10+ years of use, the strap started to come apart, so I reviewed the product page on the company website, it has a lifetime warranty. I wrote to customer service, sent in a picture, and they replied back that a replacement would be provided under warranty. The replacement arrived yesterday, and I noted they even took the trouble to provide the same color that I originally purchasedNice to see a product that does the job, and when needed the company steps up to support it. I have a couple other straps from the company, so I am pleased that should a material problem occur, it will be taken care of by Op/Tech.

I have used Op/Tech Straps for years with all of my cameras and have loved them. This latest strap, I have had for a few months and whenever I am using my camera for long periods of time, the strap rubs my neck raw. Again, I have never had this problem before as they have been the most comfortable strap. The foam material seems stiffer than before. Looking to purchase a new strap now.

Wide shoulder strap good for heavy cameras. If your camera is not so heavy, be sure to consider the Op Tech Classic, which I prefer for most all of my gear.The difference between the OP/TECH Super Classic Strap Pro Loop, and the OP/TECH USA 1001062 Super Classic Strap-Uni Loop for cameras and binoculars is very straightforward once you buy both, as I did: the Pro loop has two connectors right at the sides of the neoprene shoulder (or neck, depending on what you call it) pad, and the Uni Loop does not. This is presumably so a Pro can use the former strap to remove the neo shoulder strap to use with other OP/Tech accessories.The threading loops that go into the camera/binocular strap metal arches, and the clips near those threading loops, and the adjustable side black nylon straps, and even the neoprene shoulder pad, are identical in these two models.So, one must decide if they want to pay five dollars more (price may vary with time) for the two uppermost plastic buckles--the ones at each of of the neoprene shoulder pad--or if they will never use them or need them. I'm in the latter group.Note: the Super Pro Loop Strap model features everything the same as the Pro Loop, but has a wider neoprene shoulder pad that is cut in a slight arc, or curve, to go around the neck profile. Also, the Super Pro Loop Strap model comes in colors for the neoprene (but, as any camera maven knows, only black will not show dirt). For me, it's unnecessary to have such a wide pad, even when I am carrying, say, my 4 pound 4 ounce 15x56mm binoculars; I prefer the thinner and non-curved shoulder pad of the Classic versions. Your preferences may vary. I found these straps very confusing, even when watching thye Op Tech official videos, until I bought one of each for myself. Hope you can buy the one that would serve you best. :-)

I'm not a professional photographer by trade, but I shoot photos as part of my job which sometimes takes me into the field for days. I thought I could get by with the stock strap that came with my Nikon D7000. But after I spent three days carrying it around at a trade show with the 18-140mm zoom lens attached, I knew I needed something better. The stock strap made my neck and shoulders ache. Plus, when I'd try to get some relief by wearing the camera on my shoulder, it would constantly slip off.I spent a great deal of time researching many different options before settling on the OP/TECH USA Pro Strap. I couldn't be happier with my selection. The neoprene padding works as advertised, more comfortably and more evenly distributing the camera's weight. The first time you try it out, you'll feel a noticeable difference. The rubber friction bumps on the bottom of the neoprene strip keep the camera from sliding around on my neck and help keep it on my shoulder when I wear it there.I'm six feet tall and had no problem adjusting the strap to exactly where I wanted it. I prefer to wear my camera lower with a longer strap that enables me to wear it bandolier-style on occasion. I've also noticed that the OP/TECH strap doesn't constantly get twisted the way the stock Nikon strap does.One criticism I've seen about the OP/TECH design is the use of quick-release clips. I've yet to read a review or comment by anyone who said the clips released accidentally, causing their camera to fall. Honestly, the clips are so stiff and solid that it's difficult for me to envision this ever happening. You can buy Velcro strips to protect and further reinforce the clips, but unless you're using your camera under extreme conditions, it seems unnecessary.I know $20 might seem expensive for a camera strap that's not flashy and doesn't have extra features, but if you value comfort, convenience and quality over style and you need to carry your DSLR for extended periods of time, you won't regret spending a little extra on the OP/TECH Pro Strap. It's worth every penny.One final tip: Check out the link below for the OP/TEC video on different ways to attach the strap to your camera. The final reverse/double-loop method is neat and solid.http://optechusa.com/Videos/WebbingConnectors.html

Quite often the straps supplied with cameras / binoculars are fine but simply too narrow, sure they can be made of leather( not suggesting cheap jack) and have makers logo on , but soon begin to dig into the shoulders, collar bone or neck depending how worn. I have used op/tech usa products B4 with complete satisfaction ( to compensate for the previous reasons). I bought this strap to add versatility to my Fuji XT2, because while am out shooting wild life i use my heaviest lenses with a sling strap attached to the tripod mount so the camera bayonet mount is not taking all the weight. So because of the need to use a lug mounted strap when coming down to earth and using say 35mm - 50mm lenses this suits perfectly because of the detachable function of the neck pad and the straps that you attach to the actual camera. Its worth pointing out that the neck pad component of this is difficult to detach , it wont become undone accidentally i feel sure. The asking price is very reasonable.

Possibilité d'arracher l'appareil sur sangle ou sac a dos. Devrais avoir pivot pour éviter que la sangle se tortille.

Great product, fits well on my camera, feels very comfortable. At this price, you cannot find a better deal than that.

I've been using these for years. I use a spider holster so I remove the neoprene neck strap when I run and gun. The quick connects are rock solid in positive engagement and have never come apart accidentally. I own 5 of these straps for my Canon and fuji gear.The distribution of weight is excellent. A full size dslr will not feel so bad for 8-12hrs of use. OEM straps are absolute garbage for comfort!!Buy in confidence with this well built neck strap!

Really lessens the strain on neck when using a heavy lens. I use with Canon 7D/100-400 zoom. Excellent strap!!