OP/TECH 37012 Pro Loop Strap for Camera Equipment (Black)

Excellent quality and materials. Helps distribute the weight of cameras with large lens attached. Top notch product for the money!

Adorama offers a good price for a good product but beware of phantom charges -- their pricing is deceptive. The product page states Adorama charges $2.18 for shipping, but at checkout shipping jumps to $4.95. Amazon acknowledges the problem but will not correct it, saying it is Adorama's problem. I would recommend buying from a local store instead.

If you're looking for a quality replacement to the stock strap on your new camera or binoculars the OP/TECH is a good product to check out. My biggest complaint is that it is to short to sling diagonal across my chest. Based on the measurements I thought it was about the same length as my Nikon D80's included strap but its actually 3-4" shorter which does make a difference.

Some reviewers have noted concerns about the clips potential for coming un-done. I've used this strap for about a month and a half and haven't had the problem.

50% lighter claim - I disagree, it is more comfortable than the stock Nikon strap I was using because it is broader and thicker. I find that while more comfortable I also 'know its there' more due to the width of the strap.

All told, a good strap. I'd prefer it to be 4-6" longer for across body use but it gets the job done.

I've had this strap for going on 10 years. Can't believe it's been that long... I used it with my film SLR and also my Canon Rebel when the film camera died. Everyone who uses my camera loves that the strap doesn't dig into their neck. Only complaint I had is that I use to get a really sweaty neck from using it, but I just took a black or grey washcloth and attached velcro around to 2 edges to wrap around the neck area, then after a shoot I can throw it in a wash. I do get some shoulder fatigue from using it, but that's after about 6-8 hours and a couple hundred photos (also using a heavy zoom lens). Just think how bad it would be with the old strap.

Must have strap for comfort. Now i don't feel like I am lugging around sometimes 40D + 530 EX + 70-200 4L lens. Definitely helps

Using it on my Nikon D90 with 18-200 lens. Suits the heavy camera + lens well. The loop fastening system is very easy to use and the detachable clasp that lets you shorten the strap if you are using it like on a tripod is a great idea. The lack of bright lettering makes it low-key and does not attract attention. The length is also just right for me. Only minor drawback I can find is the edges of the foam on the back are not rounded so if I am walking around with the the camera wearing a collarless shirt, the edges rubbing the back of the neck is a little uncomfortable. All in all this is a great strap and did not dissapoint.

I bought one of these straps for both myself and my sister-in-law, and we are both enjoying them immensely. They are comfortable enough so that we may carry the camera around for hours on end with no neck fatigue.

I have a number of straps and really prefer this proloop attachment and the strap for my heaviest cameras. I also like the loop attachment because there is no metal which could touch the camera's LCD when the strap and camera are in a bag.

wide-area pad attaches your neck, which makes it very comfortable. It really really helps when I go hiking. that's all I can ask from this strap. I found no problem of it

My boyfriend bought me this OP/TECH strap last Christmas for my second camera body, and I immediately fell in love with it. My other camera's strap attached via small metal rings (like a key ring), and over time, the rings had worn scrapes into the paint on my Nikon D200, which upset me a bit. Additionally, the other strap had no means of securing the flappy bits once I had the strap length set where I wanted it - they were always getting in the way. When I upgraded my main body to a D300, I bought another OP/TECH strap, because it solves both problems. It attaches to the camera body by means of a small fabric loop, which is sturdy, but will not scratch the camera over time. Also, there are no loose strap ends to flop around - everything is stitched together, and very neat and tidy - it doesn't get in my way. And the strap has quick-release buckles so that you can remove the bulky part of the strap if you're shooting on a tripod. All in all, a perfect camera strap.

AFTER MUCH RESEARCHING I DECIDED TO PURCHASE THIS STRAP BASED ON THE GREAT REVIEWS. I RECEIVED IT YESTERDAY AND IMMEDIATELY ATTACHED IT TO MY CAMERA WITH NO PROBLEMS. SEVERAL REVIEWERS CLAIMED IT WAS TOO SHORT BUT I FOUND IT TO BE PERFECT. I AM 5'7". EVEN IF YOU ARE TALLER THIS WOULD STILL BE THE PERFECT LENGTH. THE COMFORT FACTOR IS AMAZING. IT ALMOST FEELS THERAPUTIC ON YOUR NECK. SO GLAD I FOUND THIS NECK STRAP. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS ITEM ALONG WITH THE SELLER. THE SERVICE WAS LIGHTENING FAST. ALSO THE PRICE IS RIGHT. WISH I HAD FOUND THIS YEARS AGO. LAST BUT NOT LEAST OP-TECH USA MAKES GREAT PRODUCTS.

not much to it. A simple strap that is 100 times more comfortable than the canon. I can walk all day with this strap on. Every now and then, I need to wipe my neck from sweat on those hot days. Nice strap for a cheap price.

I'll just add a few comments since most of the others have given the good points. First, I'm 6'2" and have no problem with the length - the camera could hang down to my waist. The only reason it could be too short is if you put the strap over your head to hang it from your shoulder. But the strap has such good cling that just hanging it off your shoulder is quite safe and much more comfortable.

I also like that the big strap is detachable. But more importantly I like that the male and female ends on the clips will mate on the camera attachments straps. Other brands miss this trick. This make a small carry handle which is useful and doesn't get in the way when I work on a tripod or if I'm just going to keep the camera in the bag. You can then keep the big strap out of your camera bag when you're not going to use it.

This strap is an excellent purchase. The non slip shoulder pad is great if you carry your camera on one shoulder or around your neck. Far more comfortable than the generic strap that came with my D40.

I bought this for my canon G7 after killing my neck on vacation with the included strap.
The problem with the G7 is the opening for any camera strap is only 1/4 " vs. most straps, including this, are 3/8".
I solved this by finding some slip rings at the local hard ware and slipping it through that. I wish they would ship this product with some rings.
Otherwise my neck is very happy and I like the length. It is not too long , so lessing bumping of camera around.

I got this strap because I thought the flashy Nikon strap I had looked a little gaudy. This one has the added cushion and comfort. It is a tad short, but no big deal. I am 6 feet tall, so I am fine. Good strap.

Very comfortable. I replaced the strap that came with my Kodak Z series camera with this one and there's a world of difference. This one is so comfortable that you hardly notice it.

It is very big and bulky - and admittedly I never felt any difference with my 30D and an 85mm 1.8 when using this or a regular neck strap. But it doesn't fit in small camera bags well due to the size and honestly I got tired of a big bulky thing around my neck when shooting. It is kind of embarrassing to wear if you are a small woman.

This is one of my few camera purchase regrets. I know most people swear by them - but I think it's something you would want to spend money on if you have a lot of extra cash to blow on random accessories or if you have a really bad back problem.

I gave mine away and just used the original Canon strap.

This is not your ordinary strap. If you spend a lot of money on your camera, then you want to make sure the product will support your investment. This is that very product.

Much more comfortable than the camera manufacturer's strap. Not excessively large and able to easily fit in my existing case. With the quick-release connectors, it can be made into a smaller strap for hand carrying.

Purchased this strap and was happy from the moment I installed it. Very comfortable and glad I bought it!

I could tell you how nice it works, only if Adorama would have sent it.
After calls and e-mails they told me that I would need to check with USPS and track it.
I'll order somewhere else next time.

I like this strap. It's comfortable, and does a great job distributing weight and bounce. The only thing it lacks is a little bit of length. If it were a little longer, it could be easily slung over your shoulder. That's the only reason I gave it 4 stars.