I really didn’t think I would really care about a camera strap. I mean, you get them free with any camera body so I was kind of reluctant to pay much for a replacement. But I was tired of re-stringing neck straps and liked the aesthetic of PGYTECH so I rolled the dice. And I’m glad I did.
For starters, if you own more than a few cameras, it is just soooo wonderful to swap out the strap based on your need. Doing some high-risk shots? A secure wrist strap, please! All-day street photography? How about a nice neck strap. Big rig on a rigorous shoot? Heavy-duty strap at the ready. And for those who want to change out the look based on their mood? Many colors and combos.
Then there’s the feel. They’re kinda like micro-suede but even softer. What’s really important is that they grip without feeling like a worn bandaid; no sticking, no twisting, just a comfortably solid hold. Plus, they adjust intuitively and with ease.
I was a little unsure about how the straps secure to the body. Would a little ball on a string really hold a heavy rig? Would it feel secure? From my experience it absolutely does. Honestly, they feel more secure than the OEM included straps ever did.
So, on every count, these straps are a terrific value. Yes, you can find less costly variants. But, if you’re ok investing in your camera, you really should be ok with spending a little more to keep your investment safe while out and about.
