Camera Accessories (but not Bodies, Lenses or software)

I've seen belt loop/hooks with a zip line attached to the camera or something similar.

I used to do a 2 DSLR vacation trips...one was regular and the other was Infrared.

it became a weird tangle of cross carrying, especially with children.
I stopped doing the Infrared last year. it was nice but so much stuff

BJMRamage said:

I've seen belt loop/hooks with a zip line attached to the camera or something similar.

I used to do a 2 DSLR vacation trips...one was regular and the other was Infrared.

it became a weird tangle of cross carrying, especially with children.
I stopped doing the Infrared last year. it was nice but so much stuff

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Probably easier to take both cameras and leave the kids.

I recently purchased these:
Magmod flash modifier by Macrudite, on Flickr

Holdfast straps month ago (not my image):

It's pretty small.


Sirui T-025X

I've purchased quite a few gadgets and gizmos lately, so I'll post a comprehensive list and my experience.

Fotasy NSQF Anti-Slip Sling Neck Strap with Rapid Fasten:


I used to hate my old Canon strap, I never felt I could easily just sling my camera to my side and I hated it around my neck. This strap is extremely comfortable. I used it this past Sunday during an 8 hour shoot while using my T2i and 70-200 f/2.8 Sigma (a heavy lens). I picked it up for $20 on amazon and definitely recommend it to anybody who's tired of the neck straps.

Neewer 4 Channels Wireless/ Radio Flash Trigger Set With 2 Receivers:


This is used with my Neewer TT680 flash. Overall they do a good job and I've no issues with them not working as expected. They're very easy to setup, but keep in mind prior to purchasing these that TTL is not transmitted. I use these mainly when I don't want to use my on-camera flash for triggering the flashes in slave mode. These use AAA batteries. $20 on amazon

Neewer® NW680/TT680 Speedlite Flash E TTL Camera Flash:


Can't say enough good things about this flash unit. It produces amazing results and I can't see how the Canon 480ex could produce results that justify the price difference. It includes TTL, slave mode (can be trigger by other flash units), hi-speed sync (don't be limited to 1/200 shutter speed). I honestly have 0 complaints with this unit. $65 on amazon

Rainbowimaging TMC LCD Timer Remote Control for Canon:


Another accessory I couldn't live without anymore. I used to use the Canon RS60 E3 cable, which does it's job perfectly, but it was not an intervalometer. This remote control is perfect for me as I use it a lot for time-lapse astrophotography, lightning photography, and long-exposure shots. It has a slight learning curve so PLEASE read the manual. $25 on amazon

Melizard said:

I recently purchased the RS-W1 women's Blackrapid camera strap... and it's driving me nuts. I think I just got too used to having my camera slung on one shoulder with the factory strap. It was more comfortable for long hikes, but annoying because it screws into the hole for the tripod.

Any suggestions for a replacement?

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On my D300 I fasten it to a single ring on the left strap mount (magnesium chassis), no problems in 5 or so years of use like that (lenses up to 70-300 VR), hangs great and leaves the tripod mount free.

Should also mention that the key to peace of mind is the quality of the ring, I use a few jealously-guarded old Nikon triangular strap rings that they used to use on older bodies, high-tensile and very difficult to get on and off, therefore strong and secure...

Sorry about pic quality.

New bag (on right) same as old one (except it's 30 years younger , is black , and doesn't have stitching separating all over plus a few holes)

I read through the thread so far and I have yet to see the following brands:

Really Right Stuff
- for clamps, support, etc

Gura Gear
- incognito backpacks

My colleagues and I swear by these two brands. You will not be dissapointed.

Apple fanboy said:

Went with the Black Rapid backpack strap.

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I'm a Black Rapid fan, I have one of the early RS-4's that is still perfect - except I upgraded the early spring-clip-plus-plastic-keeper arrangement to the later screw-shut carabiner fastener. I've hung my D300 from one strap mounting for all that time without issue (D300 is a full metal chassis), and only on my 70-200/2.8 do I move the mounting to the lens tripod mount for balance.

I bought my daughter a later Black Rapid, that was about 5yrs ago, it had a different strap material to mine that tended to curl over when in use, she called them last month and told them - they sent a replacement complete strap! Looked like a temp material issue with the supplier, straps before and current don't have the issue....excellent customer service!

Nickwell24 said:

Neewer 4 Channels Wireless/ Radio Flash Trigger Set With 2 Receivers:
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This is used with my Neewer TT680 flash. Overall they do a good job and I've no issues with them not working as expected. They're very easy to setup, but keep in mind prior to purchasing these that TTL is not transmitted. I use these mainly when I don't want to use my on-camera flash for triggering the flashes in slave mode. These use AAA batteries. $20 on amazon

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UPDATE: These died on me a few weeks ago. I've replaced them with the Yongnuo triggers. Do yourself a favor and avoid these. They're okay for learning about triggers, but if yuo're planning on using your triggers long term just invest in yongnuo.

Just received my Gura Gear 32L Bataflae. It's a GREAT bag...light weight considering the size and very well designed and constructed.

Just went on my first trip with this little table-top tripod. I left my large tripod at home because I didn't want to carry the extra weight on the treks. Overall, it was pretty good, but predictably unstable when fully extended with my heavy lens on it.

Nickwell24 said:

UPDATE: These died on me a few weeks ago. I've replaced them with the Yongnuo triggers. Do yourself a favor and avoid these. They're okay for learning about triggers, but if yuo're planning on using your triggers long term just invest in yongnuo.

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Just bought a set of these about a month ago for a class assignment. So far they are working flawless. They just died on you one day?

Melizard said:

Just went on my first trip with this little table-top tripod. I left my large tripod at home because I didn't want to carry the extra weight on the treks. Overall, it was pretty good, but predictably unstable when fully extended with my heavy lens on it.

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Whats your "heavy" lens? I regularly use my mini tripod with my 24-105 and that isnt a very light lens. THIS is the mini tripod i have.

NeGRit0 said:

Just bought a set of these about a month ago for a class assignment. So far they are working flawless. They just died on you one day?

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Yes, neither one would work with a sync cable anymore to fire my strobes, the same sync cable works perfect on the Yongnuo's. It's possible the hot shoe still works, but not being able to use them with a sync cable is a complete deal breaker.

Manfrotto BeFree Tripod

Arrived today, very pleased with its size, weight, quality and stability

simonsi said:

Arrived today, very pleased with its size, weight, quality and stability



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And apparently it's ability to stick to the ceiling

MacRy said:

And apparently it's ability to stick to the ceiling

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Odd - showing right way up for me in Safari....

Apple fanboy said:

I've looked at these, and the weight is nice, but most of my lenses are too heavy for the tripod.

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Really? I wouldn't be sure about using it to hold 4Kg regularly but none of my combos are that heavy, even the D300s+70-200/2.8+1.7TC doesn't come to much more than 2Kg...