Digital SLR at Disney

[jann1033]

for those who keeps their cameras out on the wilder rides...do you find a wrist strap helps keep the camera steadier in your hand while you are taking the shot or no difference between that and a neck strap

 

[YEKCIM]

Kali River Rapids

Mark, out of curiosity, how did you protect your camera on KRR? I was thinking of double bagging mine in ziplocs and tucking it inside my photo vest, and just passing up the "photo op", in favor of "risk management". We've never been fortunate enough to ride KRR in the past, but I understand your chances of getting hosed are somewhat in excess of 100%.

~Ed

 

[deletedpenguin]

Wow, you're brave to keep the camera out on the River Rapids.

 

[Groucho]

for those who keeps their cameras out on the wilder rides...do you find a wrist strap helps keep the camera steadier in your hand while you are taking the shot or no difference between that and a neck strap

Hopefully all the strap itself is slack (since you're hanging on to the camera itself tightly) so it really shouldn't matter...

As for Mark, I believe his camera has weather sealing, so... or you could go the Gdad route and have a weatherproof PnS for these kind of situations.

 

[MarkBarbieri]

Mark, out of curiosity, how did you protect your camera on KRR? I was thinking of double bagging mine in ziplocs and tucking it inside my photo vest, and just passing up the "photo op", in favor of "risk management". We've never been fortunate enough to ride KRR in the past, but I understand your chances of getting hosed are somewhat in excess of 100%.

As Groucho said, my camera body is weather sealed. So are some of my lenses. Even with that, it's a bit risky and I try to avoid major splashes. I also keep my camera facing down when not shooting to avoid getting drops on the lens.

It's probably a bit reckless, but I've never been accused of being overly rational.

 

[MarkBarbieri]

do you find a wrist strap helps keep the camera steadier in your hand while you are taking the shot or no difference between that and a neck strap

I use a handstrap. That practically glues my camera to my hand. That's how I carry it all around WDW.

 

[deletedpenguin]

I use a handstrap. That practically glues my camera to my hand. That's how I carry it all around WDW.

What camera do you use? I'm afraid mine would get too heavy.

 

[MarkBarbieri]

What camera do you use? I'm afraid mine would get too heavy.

I use a Canon 1D Mark II and usually stick an f/2.8 zoom lens on it. It's quite heavy, but you get used to it.

 

[cryssi]

I was just going to ask if you all got neckaches from wearing the dslr around the parks...

our d200 is pretty heavy with just the kit lens on it, and if DH ends up getting his XH A1, he'll be lugging that around, which leaves me to carry the d200 (not that I mind, mind you, but we have the slingshot 200 which is a little big for me...I'd rather just carry around the camera, but I think my neck might get tired! LOL).

well, I guess I just won't take the 80-200...that would be painful!

...that or start lifting weights...

 

[deletedpenguin]

I use a Canon 1D Mark II and usually stick an f/2.8 zoom lens on it. It's quite heavy, but you get used to it.

Hehe, well then, I've got nothing to complain about. I've got a 30d with a f/2.8

 

[WillCAD]

I was just going to ask if you all got neckaches from wearing the dslr around the parks...

our d200 is pretty heavy with just the kit lens on it, and if DH ends up getting his XH A1, he'll be lugging that around, which leaves me to carry the d200 (not that I mind, mind you, but we have the slingshot 200 which is a little big for me...I'd rather just carry around the camera, but I think my neck might get tired! LOL).

well, I guess I just won't take the 80-200...that would be painful!

...that or start lifting weights...

I have always carried my SLRs on an extra-long strap, which I put over my neck and shoulder, like one of those shoulder bags that are so popular these days. This keeps the weight off my neck and makes it a breeze to carry around the parks.

On my last trip I tried a camera harness, which is kinda like a pair of suspenders which holds the camera centered on my chest all day and puts all the weight on my shoulders. It worked great and was very comfortable for both carrying and shooting, even shooting vertically. In fact, it had the added benefit of holding the camera steady while I was walking, preventing it from swinging around even when my hands were not on it.

 

[handicap18]

Last trip with my Nikon D50 I mostly kept it around my neck. After a few days though I realized that the strap that comes with the camera really sucks. I ended up buying a Mickey Mouse strap and that worked much better. Much more comfortable. However for the next trip I think I'll get a strap like Groucho. Those look even more comfortable.

Also on the last trip I carried a backpack with my that I kept the extra lenses in. It also served as housing for the camera while on the big rides (RnRC, EE, SM, BTMR, etc...) On those rides I would just keep the bag between my legs and there was just enough room for it with my big feet that kept it secure.

Next trip I don't think I'll have the backpack with me. I have a few lens cases that clip to my belt so I'll use that and keep the camera around my neck all day (therefor the need for an even better strap). I'll probably take pics on most of the rides and the indoor rides I'll just wrap the strap around my wrist or ankle or something.

 

[jann1033]

I have always carried my SLRs on an extra-long strap, which I put over my neck and shoulder, like one of those shoulder bags that are so popular these days. This keeps the weight off my neck and makes it a breeze to carry around the parks.

On my last trip I tried a camera harness, which is kinda like a pair of suspenders which holds the camera centered on my chest all day and puts all the weight on my shoulders. It worked great and was very comfortable for both carrying and shooting, even shooting vertically. In fact, it had the added benefit of holding the camera steady while I was walking, preventing it from swinging around even when my hands were not on it.

is it op tech and if so which ? or could you tell me the brand...i am amazed how much less cumbersome my bag feels across my neck and shoulder rather than just on my shoulder or neck
thanks

 

[deletedpenguin]

I bought a Lowepro Voyager S strap. I love it, it's very comfortable.

 

[WillCAD]

is it op tech and if so which ? or could you tell me the brand...i am amazed how much less cumbersome my bag feels across my neck and shoulder rather than just on my shoulder or neck
thanks

It's losely based on the Op-Tech harness, but it's home-made. It's actually quite simple - I took two normal camera straps, crossed them to make a large X, and then clipped the ends together, making a figure-8. Without the camera on it, it actually looks a little like a shoulder holster.

 

[Groucho]

I'm very happy with my Op/Tech Pro Strap, it makes a big difference compared to the stock straps. The downside is that it's thick enough where you may have to move it sometimes to avoid getting a sweaty neck. Really not a problem if you're wearing an overshirt or jacket or whatever, but might be a bother if you just have a t-shirt, but then, any strap will have that problem.

I also have the Op/Tech SOS Strap on my camera bag, which helps, too. I never really got sore or tired from the camera and/or bag on our last trip, but it helped that the bag often (but not always) hung off the back of the stroller.

The Pro Strap is only $20 or so, I think it's a worthwhile investment.