It is very rare when a product that has been in production for as long as the ubiquitous camera strap is radically changed. In the past year or so 4 new companies have popped up with similar concepts but most fell short until now! Luma Labs out of Portland, Oregon has recently released the Luma Loop which solves a host of problems.
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For me at least, the biggest problem is proper weight distribution with out camera slippage. I can usually be found shooting with two bodies. One with a 35mm 1.4 and one with an 85mm 1.2. I switch often and need fast access to a specific camera. The Luma Loop allows me to quickly grab the camera from the grip and slide it up to my eye. The strap does not get in my way.
Additional Features:
It is equipped with a lanyard and buckle to quickly detach your camera and snap on another one. It can attach to any strap mount on your camera or tripod plate It is rated to 250lbs!Watch the video test here.
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When not in use the camera swings around to the small of your back so it’s out of your way and the weight is distributed very well. You can quickly and easily control where you want the camera to rest. Some people like myself like the camera low near my waist. Some like it high. It doesn’t matter, it is very easy to get it where you want it.
It has an ergonomically curved pad made out of non-slip silicon.
And lastly, you don’t need an engineering degree to figure out how to put the strap on your camera like you do with all the other stock straps.
There is one other model I have found that I like however it is a little unprofessional looking for shooting weddings. I would definitely use it for anything else! From engagements and kids portraits to travel and journalism.
You can check out the Black Rapid Double Strap here:
Great site. A lot of useful information here. I’m sending it to some friends!