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- The ultimate solution for two-camera shooters
- Ergonomic and sleek, it works with Black Rapid's MODS system
- Can customise your strap to your exact needs
- One side can even be detached for use as a single R-Strap
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The ultimate solution for two-camera shooters. Ergonomic and sleek, it works with Black Rapids MODS system. Can customise your strap to your exact needs. One side can even be detached for use as a single R-Strap
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
This review is for the Blackrapid RS4, Blackrapid Double strap, and the Cotton Carrier. I own all three. If all you need is one strap the RS4 is impossible to beat. It is comfortable and very convenient to use.
The double strap is the most comfortable way to carry two cameras (I carry a Nikon D700, 24-70, SB 900 on one side and a Nikon D300, 70-200 VR on the other). I can WALK around all day with absolutely no discomfort from the weight of the cameras. They won't slip off and are both very easy to access.
Here is my problem with the double, and to a lesser extent, with the single RS4, the camera hangs off to the side. It is difficult to do anything but stand or walk. Things like squatting down, sitting, or running, are problems. When I lean over to take a close up of a flower, the other camera will invariably flop around front. Also the camera's stick out from my sides and I have bumped them many times. In one case I hit something hard enough to crack the case on the back of the flash unit.
I bought the Cotton Carrier. It is very secure and does not have the swinging issues. However, it is not as comfortable to wear all day. During a long shoot, my chest was sore from the chest plate. Also the edges of the shoulder straps rubbed on my neck. I am going to try some more adjusting on the straps, but I don't think it will help beyond what I have already done.
In brief,
For one camera use; hands down Blackrapid RS4
For two cameras, no crowds, no leaning over, no sitting, not much moving around or just walking; Blackrapid double strap
For two cameras, active, moving around leaning over, sitting, laying on the ground, Cotton Carrier, but it is less comfortable that than the double.
And all three are a pain when switching to tripod mounts.
The double strap is the most comfortable way to carry two cameras (I carry a Nikon D700, 24-70, SB 900 on one side and a Nikon D300, 70-200 VR on the other). I can WALK around all day with absolutely no discomfort from the weight of the cameras. They won't slip off and are both very easy to access.
Here is my problem with the double, and to a lesser extent, with the single RS4, the camera hangs off to the side. It is difficult to do anything but stand or walk. Things like squatting down, sitting, or running, are problems. When I lean over to take a close up of a flower, the other camera will invariably flop around front. Also the camera's stick out from my sides and I have bumped them many times. In one case I hit something hard enough to crack the case on the back of the flash unit.
I bought the Cotton Carrier. It is very secure and does not have the swinging issues. However, it is not as comfortable to wear all day. During a long shoot, my chest was sore from the chest plate. Also the edges of the shoulder straps rubbed on my neck. I am going to try some more adjusting on the straps, but I don't think it will help beyond what I have already done.
In brief,
For one camera use; hands down Blackrapid RS4
For two cameras, no crowds, no leaning over, no sitting, not much moving around or just walking; Blackrapid double strap
For two cameras, active, moving around leaning over, sitting, laying on the ground, Cotton Carrier, but it is less comfortable that than the double.
And all three are a pain when switching to tripod mounts.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
If you're a two camera slinger like I am, this double strap is perfect.
I have tried several ways of carrying two cameras outdoors and on location and either nearly strangled myself by criss-crossing single straps across my chest (which inevitably tangled around my neck) or worried that the one camera would slip off my shoulder while I shot with the other.
This strap really does the job right. When you're on the move it leaves both your hands free to move equipment, hug your model, or grab a martini, knowing all the while that your cameras are safely at your sides and read to be used in an instant.
At the end of one four hour out door shoot using two independent 'normal' camera straps, my neck was sore and my shoulders cramped from keeping them hunched in order to prevent the cameras from slipping off.
In contrast, I recently wore this double strap on an outdoor model/photographer event that lasted two days and took place on a beach one day and in some grassy country fields the next.
After two days of walking and shooting for @ 6 hours each, I felt no fatigue, wasn't irritated by the straps at all, and felt well balanced the whole time. In addition to the double strap, I also wore a Hoodman around my neck and a Lowpro Slingshot 200 on my back, and never got tangled up or strangled once.
This is definitely the most comfortable strap I have ever worn.
One note of caution:
If you plan on shooting from low angles, make sure that the camera you're not using isn't dragging on the floor, or worse, through the sand at the beach!
This wasn't a problem after I raised the straps a little bit and there was still plenty of slack to grab each camera quickly and pull it to my eye.
Because the straps have hooks on them, and this goes for the Black Rapid single straps too, you can use some tripod release plates instead of the included Fasten-R2s, if switching between your strap and your tripod quickly is a concern.
I used mine with Manfrotto 200PL-14s; these plates have a metal loop on the bottom for screwing them into the camera body and those loops are big and strong enough for hanging on the Black Rapid straps.
I have tried several ways of carrying two cameras outdoors and on location and either nearly strangled myself by criss-crossing single straps across my chest (which inevitably tangled around my neck) or worried that the one camera would slip off my shoulder while I shot with the other.
This strap really does the job right. When you're on the move it leaves both your hands free to move equipment, hug your model, or grab a martini, knowing all the while that your cameras are safely at your sides and read to be used in an instant.
At the end of one four hour out door shoot using two independent 'normal' camera straps, my neck was sore and my shoulders cramped from keeping them hunched in order to prevent the cameras from slipping off.
In contrast, I recently wore this double strap on an outdoor model/photographer event that lasted two days and took place on a beach one day and in some grassy country fields the next.
After two days of walking and shooting for @ 6 hours each, I felt no fatigue, wasn't irritated by the straps at all, and felt well balanced the whole time. In addition to the double strap, I also wore a Hoodman around my neck and a Lowpro Slingshot 200 on my back, and never got tangled up or strangled once.
This is definitely the most comfortable strap I have ever worn.
One note of caution:
If you plan on shooting from low angles, make sure that the camera you're not using isn't dragging on the floor, or worse, through the sand at the beach!
This wasn't a problem after I raised the straps a little bit and there was still plenty of slack to grab each camera quickly and pull it to my eye.
Because the straps have hooks on them, and this goes for the Black Rapid single straps too, you can use some tripod release plates instead of the included Fasten-R2s, if switching between your strap and your tripod quickly is a concern.
I used mine with Manfrotto 200PL-14s; these plates have a metal loop on the bottom for screwing them into the camera body and those loops are big and strong enough for hanging on the Black Rapid straps.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I've been using this strap for the past few months and what a joy it's been to use. After trying various other strap systems, I found the Black Rapid RS-DR-1 to be the hands down winner. As a wedding photographer, lugging around different camera bodies and lenses is a necessity, particularly during the ceremony. This system allows you to keep both physically attached to you, keep them readily available by just pulling them up along the strap, and best of all it balances the weight out amongst both shoulders which is significantly easier on the back. I normally carry this setup fully loaded with two 50Ds, a 70-200mm and 24-70mm lens, and two 580EX II flash units. I'm now able to go an entire wedding with little discomfort, if any! I would definitely recommend this product for any wedding and event photographers!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great product for long photo shoots
I recently deployed aboard a 295-foot boat and was tired of dealing with a camera strap on each shoulder and having to deal with the straps falling off my shoulder every so often. Read more
Published 10 days ago by BRH
Ehs
I am a photographer and have 3 cameras I use during events (weddings, company parties, etc.) Sometimes it's a bit cumbersome having all the cameras hanging off my shoulders or... Read more
Published 4 months ago by B. Truong
Black Rapid Double Strap
I've been looking at a number of straps and finally decided on this model of Black Rapid. Though I've only been using half of the double strap, I love that this is very... Read more
Published 4 months ago by F. Funk
Great Strap
I used this strap for the first time yesterday at a wedding shoot. I couldn't have done without it. My cameras were always accesible and safe. I love it!
Published 6 months ago by Pamela Duncan Vasquez
Black Rapid Double Strap for 2 cameras review
I am simply loving the Black rapid double strap. To make a long story short, It beats using your neck as a support for your camera. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Nupassion
BLACK RAPID ROCKS ~
Black Rapid Dual Strap is one GREAT ITEM for any Photographer (ANY Level) that carries 2 Cameras.
Please allow me to reflect on how I used the double strap: I am a... Read more
Please allow me to reflect on how I used the double strap: I am a... Read more
Published 7 months ago by RufinoOng
Two gunslinger (well... Canon slinger)
I do wedding photography and for me it's almost a must to have two cameras at the ready to get the best images when they occur. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mark Atkins
Very practical, comfortable, and very easy to use
Since starting to shoot using two cameras I found it very frustrating finding a means to easily operate each camera without the straps binding on each other, or having the risk of... Read more
Published 8 months ago by R. M. Joseph
Very pleased with Double Strap
I used this strap extensively during a 6 day trip at Yellowstone. On one side I had a D7000 with 70-200mm lens. On the other I had a D90 with 24-70mm lens. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Aaron W
good
Works well. I bought this after being unhappy with the Cameraslingers.
This strap is solid, very easy to adjust, and the clip to secure your camera from swing too much... Read more
This strap is solid, very easy to adjust, and the clip to secure your camera from swing too much... Read more
Published 10 months ago by M. Nguyen
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