Discount Crumpler Popular Disgrace Camera Strap PDE001-R00000 - Rust/Black

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I'm convinced that neoprene is the best material for camera straps. And I've tried it all! (almost) I've been using Crumpler "Industry Disgrace" straps for several years now after learning how they make carrying my heavy DSLRs with lens attached much more comfortably. For my smaller cameras and Leicas, I've previously been using fancy leather ones, braided ones, and other non-neoprene material mostly because they were cool-looking or somewhat fashionable. Not that I'm into making it fashionable but their popularity on these types of cameras certainly brought them to my attention. So as soon as I found about these smaller "Popular Disgrace" versions of Crumpler's proven DSLR straps, I bought a few to try.

I could not be happier with these straps. Not only are they low in cost but they are also very well constructed, and even the plastic components (tri-glides, buckles, etc) have stood the test of heavy use in the past year. I've been using these regularly with my Sony NEX cameras now, and they've even proven worthy when used with the heavier Leica M9. I've travelled with them, walked many miles, hiked many mountainous trails, and even up rocky slopes with these straps slung across my shoulder to carry my cameras. No issues. I like them so much that I ordered several to give as gifts and stocking stuffers for the holiday season, and soon I'm looking forward to install them on the Sony RX-1 that I have pre-ordered.

These are the perfect straps for any compact mirror-less interchangeable lens camera system (or whatever acronym you want to call it these days). They are ideal for Sony NEX, Fuji X, Micro 4/3rd's cameras, Nikon 1, Canon Eos M, Leica M, and any other similarly sized camera system. You have installation options depending on what type of tether is available on the camera. You can take the small string-like loops and thread them through (less secure but you retain the ability to unbuckle the strap easily when you don't want to use it) or you can thread the actual nylon strap and use the tri-glides and plastic bits to fasten it "permanently" (more secure). I would not use them on a DSLR except perhaps the smallest and lightest model, though the material does seem strong enough to hold heavier DSLRs (but I wouldn't want to learn the hard way).

Forget the fancy leather and braided straps, these are much more comfortable. Can't beat it for $15 unless you're a camera strap fashionista and have to have the fancy-looking strap to match your fancy camera.

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Fully extended, strap reaches to just above my waist. Pad feels smooth and soft on my neck with my NEX-5N. Definitely an improvement over Sony's included strap. Also comes with string/buckle attachments for cameras with lanyard holes. Red is nice and bright. Using anything larger than a micro 4/3 should consider Crumpler's "Industry Disgrace" for extended wear and comfort

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I bought this strap for my Nikon J1. It is stylish and helps my camera keep a low profile when I am traveling to other countries. It is comfortable around my neck, albeit the neoprene can become make your neck sweat a bit in hot weather, but it doesnt bother me much. Fully extended it comes right down to my belly button (I'm 5'10). I can tell this is going to last for many years.

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This strap is much more comfortable to wear for long periods of time, as compared to most other OEM neckstraps that come with small to medium-sized cameras and binoculars. The soft texture of the neoprene, plus the fact that it wraps around and "rounds off" the strap edges is what makes it so comfortable. It also has a very sturdy build quality.

BTW this is NOT a shoulder strap. If you need a shoulder strap, do yourself a favor and do not buy this NECK strap. There is a difference, so if you don't know the difference, read up before you buy.

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I am using this strap for my FujiFilm X10 in place of the OEM leather one. This strap is softer and easier to wrap around the hand/wrist. The price and quality are decent and I am happy with the product so far. As long as this item will last (stand the test of use and time), then I will be a happy camper. Only time can tell. :)