The Best Way to Carry Your Camera (2024 Edition)

In this video, I'll be showing you the best way to carry your camera, so you can capture stunning photos and videos without any hassle.
Gear Mentioned in this Video:
➡︎ Peak Design Leash: amzn.to/3YastWN
➡︎ Peak Design Slide: amzn.to/44OaMhD
➡︎ Peak Design Cuff: amzn.to/3rvKDpu
➡︎ Peak Design Clutch (Old Version) : amzn.to/44Pe5oG
➡︎ Peak Design Micro Clutch (New Version): amzn.to/3OjbvCf
➡︎ Peak Design Capture Clip: amzn.to/3Q5Bf6p
➡︎ PGYTECH Beetle Clip: amzn.to/3pPpuGg
➡︎ FALCAM F38 Capture Clip: shorturl.at/imwJ6
➡︎ Spyder Holsters: amzn.to/3K08lk6
➡︎ Peak Design Sling 5L OG (Shown in the video): amzn.to/46OMaHt
➡︎ Peak Design Sling 6L (New Version): amzn.to/44Pc9wK
➡︎ FALCAM F38 Shoulder Straps Mount V2: amzn.to/46SQjdf
➡︎ PGYTECH Snaplock: amzn.to/44Pcq2K
MY FAVORITE GEAR
🎥KZbin CAMERA: amzn.to/3Q13CCz
📷FAVORITE LENS: amzn.to/3Og23hN
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:20 Camera Straps
1:10 Capture Clips
2:06 Spyder Holsters
2:46 Sling Bags
3:12 New Item

[@snappychappy]

Best way to carry your camera is one that you personally are comfortable with.

[@teesee03]

Thanks for the video. I use a strap, and keep it attached while shooting. My hands aren't as steady as they used to be, and the benefit of that is if light is bad, or I'm using a long lens, I can put the camera to my eye with strap round my neck, tighten the strap by wrapping round my wrist so camera is clamped to my head, and stabilise the camera down to a slow shutter speed.

[@rogalaphotography]

I’m glad you included the Falcam strap mount! I use this with my PD Slide strap and it’s a game changer! I use it in conjunction with the PD Clutch and it is so fast to access my camera! I also have the Falcam backpack mount so I can still mount my camera to my backpack when I need to! Peak Design really dropped the ball with their quick release system and Falcam stepped it up and built the system that PD should have built!

[@ATAR1]

Good content. Thanks. After trying a lot of different options I’ve ended up going with a PD Leash, Cuff and 5L sling as my go to set up.

[@EmilWall]

Peak design sells an add-on to their capture clip which they call pro pad, which I really like. I also have the slide but in general I prefer having the camera firmly attached to my belt since it allows me to move more freely. Sure I could use the capture clip together with the sling but I often have two cameras on me and I don't really see the point of being able to quickly detach the camera from the sling, I just pull the sling over my head if I need more leeway.

[@maciekkobylanski]

Great Video Dude. Everything is perfect: angles, lighting, editing, gear 😊

[@alexschmtz]

Love the overview and the aestethics of the video. Very well done and straight to the point!

[@JJSchlechte]

great vid, look forward to seeing more!

[@felixhannappel]

Thanks! Great Video!

[@fanpandatastic]

Great video dude! Subscribed. Can’t wait to see your backpack video

[@goodwolf152]

My favorite way to carry is the Peak Design capture clip mounted on a gun belt. Kore Essentials has a lot of very attractive “normal” looking belts…they’re designed to carry heavy gear. I add the Peak Design Pro Pad to the setup as well, but this is optional. I skip actually feeding the belt through my belt loops, which avoids weighing my pants down…just throw it on over top of everything, and you have a hyper minimalist, hands free solution that keeps all the weight off your shoulders. Perfect for me.

[@robertvolk5252]

Thank you for making this video very short and on point. Good job!

[@gregcorker2193]

Nice video. Most of the time I use the PD Slide and 10L Sling Bag. Thanks for the info on the FALCAM 38 Shoulder Strap. I’ll have a look.

[@BaysMediaWorld]

Great video. Thank you.

[@TeddyCavachon]

I started shooting PJ assignments back in the early 1970s with a pair of Nikon Fs with 35mm and 85mm lenses mounted and found the most convenient way to carry them was to put a key ring loop through the right strap connector then connect both sides to a long shoulder strap to it with a swivel dog leash snap so the camera would hang lens down at my hips. I still use the same strap / single connection point technique with my Canon R6mkII but with a QD connector which I attach either to the SmallRig cage on the camera which has a QD socket when using short lenses or the QD socket on the Kirk feet of my 100-500mm and 800mm lenses.

[@user-xh9of4lc3x]

This is actually the best video about this topic so far, keep it up man!

[@warrenchu1166]

Great video! Keep up the good work!

[@quirkworks4076]

Nice reviews. As a full-time commercial photographer who is constantly moving my cameras from in-hand to a tripod or some other rig, I ditched straps many years ago. I found myself constantly annoyed with them. Having said all that, the new quick-release options look great and I may need to re-think things for some situations.

[@its_Savian]

the cinematic glow effect 👀😵‍💫

[@JMSobrevilla]

Love the aesthetic and pacing of the video bro

[@sky.london]

Great video, subbed

[@robots4dancing]

Great video, found the information very useful, while also being enjoyable to watch.

[@MrMbattla]

Great video, you need to make the follow ups about bags.

[@jessejayphotography]

I really like the cotton carrier G3 harness. Camera mounts middle of my chest which I prefer for comfort, safety, and accessibility. Optionally can have a second camera mount side chest area.

[@jayforcinema]

You got a sub, Richie :) Looking forward to more videos from you soon

[@RockyGoesHiking]

Great overview with many options that I did not know yet. There is still one more product which you could mention called Cotton Carrier.

[@MeAMuse]

I am between the PD clip and Leash, Slide Lite and Slide depending on the gear being carried and what I need to take. I personally dont feel the need to have a clip on a strap - but whatever works for you.

[@tochka_ico]

I'm just using pd clip with pd propad for most of the time)

[@neilpiper9889]

I carry my Ricoh GR digital in one trouser pocket and my Canon Ixus 100s in the other trouser pocket. I have the Ricoh for black and white and the Canon for colour plus when I need a zoom.

[@condorcccp9552]

thank you for this movie) what's in your bag for travel and everytime? question from japan!

[@timothy790110]

the ultimate for me is combinng the leash with the clip 3. I LOVE the clip 3, ive got 2, one on my bag and one on my belt.

[@dysdoll]

I use the exact same setup. LOL (Peak Design sling 5l + Slide + Cuff + strap mount)

[@Nickporter17]

I was going to mention the capture clip on a strap but you want over it. Great overview video. What size sling bag do you use?

[@MickeyOern]

this video was very helpful, thank you richie I noticed changes in sound levels and places where the pacing of speech and cutting speeds up to a pace so high, I had issues following a long, as potential points of improvements keep rocking it cheers Mickey

[@mrjayhawker]

Hey man, do you think the last combination (PD leash and Falcam F38 v2 either as a cross-body sling strap or waist level strap) would work for a Fuji X-T5? I can’t seem to find whether the Falcam square plate is directly compatible with the X-T5 or not.

[@raksh9]

Put a Peak Design anchor on the bottom of a camera with a longer lens. The camera will ride across your hip when by your side instead of digging in. It's also easier to grab from the side when you want it.

[@AJ-em2rb]

see i just weaved my own strap out of paracord. perfect custom length, and quick release with microlock s-biners attaching to paracord loops i made. but man, it took like 10 hours to make it

[@angelorenna]

I carry two camera bodies on my belt with the bgrip system (belt and side plate) and the aid of a peak Design capture clip. This way the machines are firmly anchored at the waist and I don't strain my back.

[@joelrosario8960]

can you share how did you pass the anchor links through the leash strap? tried with my slide lite but it doesn't work. thank you

[@hikari_ray]

I use a battery grip, so i don't like the arca plate cause it press on the palm. Therefore i like the pd's low profile anchor mount with pd strap.

[@DaveRyan]

Being left handed i use a PD Cuff, having my camera in my right hand isnt an issue and easy to slip into my bag when not in use.

[@severgun]

0:45 it is very inconvenient to use PD Anchor on strap to attach strap to itself. You need to have both hands free. Just attach strap to quick release system permanently, so strap always stay in loop

[@MrYondaime705]

Yo, what song did u use near the end ?

[@63MacGuy]

I love the peakdesign leash but it's so difficult for me to adjust the strap. Their larger straps are really nice and smooth to operate, but they are so big.

[@dennisjones5579]

Have you seen the new "camstrap"? I'd be interested in your take on that one.

[@angelsjoker8190]

PGYTech capture clip failed me twice on a 5 week trip to Asia I've just come back from last weekend. I wanted to avoid a neck strap, so went with the capture clip for quick access and wrist strap. First time it failed was probably a user error (so kind of on me) as it was new gear and I wasn't aware you can actually lock the release button which I should have. Had the clip on the trouser belt and apparently, through movement some part of my body or gear accidentally pressed the release button and the camera slid down and fell to the ground (luckily only a scratch). Second time, I'm not sure. After the first accident, I thought I had learned my lesson and always put the release button on lock position, when I put the camera in the clip I thought it was securely locked in but apparently it wasn't and immediately fell down (ripping out the battery compartment lid and disassembling it into it's components). Definitely should have double checked whether it really was securely locked, but it shows that the system is not foolproof. What's good is that the capture clip can be move from one belt to another within second without any screws, but unfortunately, it can also release itself. It fell from a backpack shoulder strap and luckily a friend noticed. This can not happen when a camera is locked in as the camera would block the lever to release the capture clip, but still you don't want to lose it. The general concept is great but as said, not foolproof.

[@sTfanB]

Hello ! Thanks for this useful video ! I will definitely try the falcam ! Can you please tell me what kind of material you used (time code 1:13 ) on the back of PD Clip ? I think I have the same problem than you, the screws are to long and feeling uncomfortable when fixed on the backpack. Thanks

[@oneclone]

It’s Sugru it helps the screws from sticking out. The other option is you can use the thumb screws rather than the hex screws cause those are actually shorter.

[@sTfanB]

@@oneclone thanks a lot ! :) Yes but you can’t tighten the thumb screws as much so it keeps slipping down

[@bamsemh1]

Wear skater pants from the 90s/early 2000.! Everything fits in the back pockets.

[@AdrianTache]

You should really try the BlackRapid Sport sling, it's amazing! It sits between your shoulder, armpit and waist, and you can adjust both the hanging and shooting positions so they're exactly where you want them. I'm using a pretty heavy lens with this and it's great, really distributes that weight, and I'm ready almost instantly when I want to shoot. And, bonus point is you can quite easily hide your camera under a jacket like this, too.

[@jacdale]

I also use a a Black Rapid strap. I use L brackets on my cameras, so I attach the Black Rapid strap to a lever release clamp. I can disconnect the strap very quickly. I do use a tether from the camera strap point to the Black Rapid carabiner as a safety strap..

[@patricknieland1439]

I really love the spider holster. You just have to adjust the plate under the camera so that the camera hangs underneath the holster (with the pin sticking up/lens pointing backwards). Use it preferably with the belt with big patches under the holster. You used it the wrong way in my opinion.

[@Folly_Inds]

I'm not a fan of the change you made to your voice in this vid but it was a good information and well edited visually

[@nattapolmarch]

falcam the best

[@matthewsinger]

I'm convinced that the Peak Design capture clip is really designed for hiking, and it does shine in that application. With a traditional hiking pack, I can weigh down the other side of the pack with my tripod or a water bottle to somewhat even out the excess weight of the camera.

[@georgedavall9449]

Use a ‘Pro Pad’ with the Capture clip, on your belt dude, best way to go !!!!!!! Do it!

[@photocraftermomoftwo]

Great video. Unfortunately, your fly is down. 3'00 and 4'08

[@johnty52]

The PD Clip you show can be locked by twisting the push button 90deg twist back to allow it to be pushed in for release. :)

[@oneclone]

Yep a nice safety feature, thanks for mentioning it! 😇

[@EmilWall]

...which I think is mostly useful as an extra theft prevention measure. Which I guess can be important for peace of mind!

[@matrixate]

After years of experience with different mountings, holsters, and straps...and hundreds of dollars spent, nothing beats what works for you. Those PD clips don't work for gimbals work unless you redesign all your mounts to accommodate that. Those PD straps with tabs on strings are not reliable. They are super convenient but never trust your camera dangling on them. ALWAYS have a hand on your camera at ALL TIMES. ALL TIMES. Smallrig makes them too. They're a far better buy and just as reliable...but same thing applies to those.

[@hey-kit]

3:22 waaaait, my mind is blown! I have all the right pieces but I've never thought about this formation to carry my camera! I gotta try this method out! Beats having dangly bits on my camera and sometimes I wish the convenient of a strap but it always gets in the way of my shooting cos I never use the EVF. Awesome stuff!

[@davi_brt]

Pay attention with the PD Capture. If a camera is made with plastic, it may happen that its bottom can be cracked by the plate

[@candlemann]

Are you aware of or have you tried anything like the PD Capture Clip that works with L brackets?

[@spencergiles72]

Three Legged Thing makes L brackets with a PD compatible plate molded into it.

[@sparklxrd]

4:08 your fly is open 😅

[@orvvro]

Come back please

[@saschaschwarztv]

Is the a f38 system that automatically shuts your fly? 😂

[@deathbystereo-]

I hardly use my pd clip. It’s not comfortable and with a battery grip on it’s unusable.

[@marshalltravis3217]

My Nikon F5 is most comfortable in my hands

[@kaneda8625]

bro do other videos!

[@user-xt5oe2gm5v]

FBI. Holland. Unk. Constant cameras, all telephoto old school.

[@AStageForTheKingdom]

I notice you didn’t include any harnesses, like the famous Moneymaker. You also HEAVILY featured Peak Design. Seems odd.

[@rogalaphotography]

Harnesses are bulking and cumbersome unless you need a dual camera setup.

[@benpeterson3847]

Missing spoken explanations.

[@kevwarrilow45]

Jeez - slow down fella - it feels like you're late for a meeting or something :(

[@robinbhairam7508]

Jeeze … how did the likes of Don McCullin, Robert Capa, Carolyn Cole, Nick Ut Joe Rosenthal ever manage? 😂 😂