21 of the Best Camera Straps to Support Your Photography Game

Just like dogs, cameras can be a photographer's best friend. Unlike dogs, cameras will not follow you around, with their tails wagging.

If you want to carry your camera around, you need a strap. Fortunately, there are plenty of options in the market tailored to your needs and preferences: single, dual, vintage leather, floral patterns and even climbing ropes.

While you learn what camera strap to get, you're going to need some equipment to flesh out your set-up. Check out our article on camera equipment to get started.

21 of the best camera straps

1. Peak design slide

Key features

• Supports 200lbs (90kgs)
• Quick pull adjusters
• 45 mm (1.8 in) width

Reasons to get:

• Smooth and comfortable
• Easy adjustment

Reasons to avoid:

• Feels bulky when packed down

2. Peak design cuff

Key features

• Wrist strap
• Super strong
• Easy to adjust
• 19 mm (0.75 in) width

Reasons to get:

• Strength
• You can use it on various camera bodies
• Quick adjustment (easy to attach and detach)
• Super lightweight and portable

Reasons to avoid:

• The thread on the anchors is short
• Anchors have to be checked frequently (to prevent damage)

3. Clever supply anchor strap

Key features

• Made of full-grain leather
• Peak Design Anchors
• 3/4-inch width
• Neck pad for comfort
  
  

Reasons to get:

• Designed to mount to most camera systems
• High-quality material
• Comfortable
• Vintage/retro look

Reasons to avoid:

• Price can be considered slightly high

4. ONA The Presidio camera strap

Key features

• Accommodates DSLR cameras up to 6lbs
• Leather strap
• Total length: 63”
• Width: 1.2”
• Handmade

Reasons to get:

• Extremely comfortable design
• Durable materials
• Easy to adjust
• Available in several colours

Reasons to avoid

• Price

5. BlackRapid Classic Retro RS-4

Key features

• Length is 167 cm, and width is 2.5 cm
• 100% Nylon
• Comfortable foam pad for you to carry on your shoulder
• Small pocket in the padding

Reasons to get:

• Comfortable to carry
• The pocket allows you to carry an extra battery or memory card
• Quick to adjust

Reasons to avoid:

• Because you carry it sideways, you may put your camera at risk

6. Op/Tech Dual harness

Key features

• Carries two cameras or binoculars
• Supports up to 15 pounds (6.8 kg) per side
• Pad uniformly disperses the weight (it is spread across shoulders rather than around the neck)
• Removable chest strap

Reasons to get:

• Comfortable
• Very stable and reliable
• Fully adjustable
• Versatile because of interchangeable design
• Relatively inexpensive

Reasons to avoid:

• It doesn't allow you to carry a single camera centrally

7. BlackRapid Sport Breathe Camera strap

Key features

• Width: 4.0″
• Material: Nylon
• Colour: black
• Excellent for active/sportive photographers
• Camera to slides across the strap for simple access

Reasons to get:

• Material is high-quality, comfortable and minimizes sweat
• Easy and quick usage

Reasons to avoid:

• Price
• Gives mediocre stability

8. Think Tank Camera Strap v2.0

Key features

• Width: 1”
• Lightweight and easily compressed
• Carries one or two cameras
• Supports professional-sized cameras

Reasons to get:

• Portable and perfect for travel
• Durable material
• Fully adjustable
• Great support

Reasons to avoid:

• The narrow strap can feel uncomfortable

9. JOBY Ultrafit

Key features

• Dimensions: 6.3 x 5.6 x 2 cm
• Lightweight and portable
• Distinct design for men and women

Reasons to get:

• Great stabilisation
• Easy and fast to adjust
• Comfortable
• Easy to carry

Reasons to avoid:

• Becomes uncomfortable after a while
• The camera hangs upside down as you walk
• Uncomfortable when shooting vertically with the grip

10. Peak Design Clutch Hand Strap

Key features

• Width: 51 mm (2")
• Anti-abrasion
• Can support up to 90 kg

Reasons to get:

• Easy to connect and to adjust
• Durable
• Can carry big professional cameras

Reasons to avoid:

• To be comfortable, the camera has to be a little loose

11. SKOUT from Cotton Carrier

Key features

• Carries mirrorless or DSLR camera (with small/medium lens)
• Built-in pocket
• Material: nylon

Reasons to get:

• Comfortable and lightweight
• The camera mounting system is simple
• Inner compartment for keys, cards or cash.

Reasons to avoid:

• The strap doesn’t tighten up enough (can feel too loose/big)

12. Peak Design Capture Clip V3

Key features

• Rust-proof aluminium
• Rubberized backplate to prevent scuffing
• Can hold up to 200 lbs (90 kg)
• Small
• Hex screws for more permanent installations
• Quick-release button with security lock
• Can be used with DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, action cameras, point-and-shoots, lenses, and binoculars

Reasons to get:

• Easy to assemble
• Supports heavy cameras
• Small and light
• Secure
• Can be used with a lot of different gear

Reasons to avoid:

• Price
• Gear swings forward on the chest
• Hex screw requires you to have a hex wrench

13. Peak Design Slide Lite

Key features

• Width: 32 mm (1.3″)
• Can withstand over 200 lbs (90 kg)
• High-quality material (durable and robust)

Reasons to get:

• Materials are smooth
• Can hold big professional cameras
• High-quality and strong design
• The look and style of the two colour options
• The grips on the middle neckline
• Quick alteration of the length

Reasons to avoid:

• It feels a bit heavy and bulky for a strap
• The bottom anchor point takes up the tripod mounting hole
• Requires the hex wrench to remove from the tripod
• If the strap is removed, it becomes unstable and causes clacking noises in the video.

14. USA Gear TrueSHOT

Key features

• Comfortable, neoprene cushion design
• Padded support for neck and shoulders
• Quick-release buckles
• Accessory storage pockets

Reasons to get:

• Very comfortable
• Quick adjustment
• Balanced camera stabilisation
• Even Weight Distribution
• Pattern design

Reasons to avoid:

• Too long
• Attachment straps are not very firm

15. USA Gear Camera Chest Harness

Key features

• Padded neoprene
• Adjustable Camera Harness
• Quick-release Buckles
• Built-in Accessory Pockets

Reasons to get:

• Extremely comfortably (adjust to your body)
• Even weight distribution
• Durable
• Fast adjustment
• Extra storage (pockets)

Reasons to avoid:

• Requires extra caution with heavy cameras

16. Leica Rope Camera Strap by Cooph

Key features

• Material: the same type of rope used for mountaineering
• 100cm and 126cm lengths

Reasons to get:

• High-quality rope
• Durable and practical

Reasons to avoid:

• May find it bulky

17. Woolnut Camera Strap

Key features

• Organic materials
• Compatible with most cameras
• Padded in the neck area
• Length between 120 and 135 cm

Reasons to get:

• Affordable
• Comfortable
• Suits most cameras
• Stylish

Reasons to avoid:

• Absorbs sweat and develops odours

18. Coiro Dual Harness Strap

Key features

• Adaptable padded harness
• Neoprene design
• Weight distribution around your neck, back and shoulders
• Extra storage pockets

Reasons to get:

• Different patterns available
• Easy to set up and adjust
• Great balance
• Very comfortable

Reasons to avoid:

• Not reliable for heavy cameras/lens
• The strap may be too long

19. Lucky straps standard 53

Key features

• Quick Release Buckles
• Width: 53mm (2'')
• Good-quality materials
• Multiple colours
• Can hold approximately 50kg (115lb)

Reasons to get:

• Durable and strong
• Quick to assemble
• Many personalisation options

Reasons to avoid:

• Only available by ordering directly from the company website

20. Gitzo Century leather neck strap

Key features

• Securely holds most full-frame cameras, rangefinders, and premium CSC cameras.
• Dimensions: 132 x 1 x 6 cm
• Material: Italian leather and a carbon-fibre look
• Equipped with both a ring-type camera attachment system and a universal 10mm band attachment

Reasons to get:

• Luxuriously soft touch
• Optimal security
• Very easy to attach and detach the camera

Reasons to avoid:

• High price

21. Holdfast gear moneymaker

Key features

• Material: one solid piece of full-grain leather
• Superb quality
• Can support 200 pounds of gear
• Allows you to add one of Holdfast's Sightseer pouches

Reasons to get:

• Beautiful vintage look
• Long-lasting durability
• Comfortable
• Extra storage

Reasons to avoid:

• Price

Closing thoughts

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