Waka Rapid Camera Neck Strap with Quick Release and Safety Tether, Adjustable Shoulder Sling Strap for Nikon Canon Sony Olympus DSLR - Black

Im going to give this 5 stars because it does what it says it does, and its an affordable solution. That being said- here is my honest review. I'm not going to lie- if you have an expensive camera and lens (Which i do) the single clip holding it from falling is going to look sketchy. The fail safe clip it comes with is a nice touch and adds that extra layer of safety, but man I really wish the hardware was a bit more industrial grade or a more secure style clip. When you have thousands of dollars hanging on by one clip, you want that clip to be the strongest and most secure clip out there. The clip is comes with is just too sketchy. Ive even seen others on here add a zip tie around the quick release lever and secure it permanently. I would have paid an extra 5-10 bucks for a better hook. That being said- its affordable, and comfortable.

I'm not a professional photographer. I don't make my living using an expensive camera. I am a guy who recently got his first DSLR and is just learning to use it. This is the perspective from which you should know where this review comes from. But the incredible amount of thought that went into this camera strap keeps impressing me. There's just so many features and little details that make this thing so handy, useful, and trustworthy (so far). - The shoulder padding is very plush. I feel I would need much more weight then my camera and lens to be close to uncomfortable. - It attaches to your camera via the tripod mount, using a Steel plate, thick (stiff) rubber pad, and plastic locking washers. The screw is even in a slot so you can adjust how the mount makes contact to your camera. Yes, this means it has a single point of failure between the camera and the thing holding it from freefalling onto pavement, but the mount is so strong in my opinion, I can't imagine it failing on its own. If it bothers you, there's another extra strap you can use to connect your camera strap mount to the shoulder strap itself for safety and to stop your camera from swaying around too much. - The sling design allows your right hand to be inches away from the camera at all times. This makes it so easy to have the camera up and ready for a shot. It slides up the strap so smoothly and slides back down to your waist so your hands are immediately free again. -The strap length is adjustable; it adjusts to your proper length on the back of the strap, while the front has a quick length adjuster you just grab and pull. That way if you're moving around alot, you can just pull it to reel in the camera closer. little impressive bonuses: - Almost every connecting piece is metal. The only plastic used is the buckles between the strap and the shoulder pad, but they are buckles similar to those used on backpacks. Except they're also locking. - The shoulder pad has a zipper pocket for sd cards and maybe a battery - There's an adjustable clip to keep the camera from sliding too far down the strap Usually I just use amazon reviews to point out flaws or complaints I have with products, but I have no cons or complaints to share. Just was genuinely impressed to get such a feature rich product for $16 on amazon. The only reason's I can think anyone might not want this is if they HAVE to have a neck strap for some reason. But the features are so nice, the strap is well made with good materials, and the price is good. I am not sponsored or paid to say any of this. Honestly, it's just a good strap.

This is a fairly long review, but the short answer is that this seems like a well thought out product with a few compromises for weight, balance, and length. If you are reading this, then you are looking for an alternative to the traditional camera neck strap. And, if you are looking at this specific Waka strap, then you are trying to determine if this is as good as the much more expensive straps from RapidBlack and CarrySpeed. There is little doubt that this is a copycat product based on the designs of one or both of the more name brand items, but does that mean it is not as good? Are you putting your expensive glass more at risk? I just returned from a week long birding trip where I used the strap daily for several hours at a time and my impressions are based on this intense but short-term experience with it. I carry a Nikon D7500 and a Tamron 150-600mm with this strap. Together, the camera and lens weigh about 8.5 pounds/3.86kg. Because of the lens weight, I attach the strap to the tripod foot of the lens, not the camera body. The attachment plate has a ring at one end for the strap to attach. With the strap attachment ring facing the objective end of the lens, the ring balances so that the lens and camera hang perfectly horizontal at my hip. The safety tether I attach to the shoulder strap loop of the camera body as there isn't an appropriate point on the lens tripod foot. I am about 6 feet tall and 200 pounds. Adjustment Ideally, I'd want the lens to sit at my side just above my belt. This position minimizes the amount of camera movement as I walk. However, if adjusted to this ideal walk position, then the strap is too short to bring the camera up to shoot above horizontal. This is mostly due to having the mount attached to the tripod foot and also having the strap attachment ring on the mount far forward. If I were to move the attachment foot to the camera body, then it would be fine at this ideal adjustment point. As it is, I had to adjust the strap to ride at my hip. It is still comfortable, but does move around more. This position is still very comfortable at the shoulder. One point to make here is that if I were to use this strap with a smaller lens, I would attach it to the camera body tripod mount. In this position I could adjust the strap so that the camera would hang above my belt. But, I won't make this adjustment because that's one element of this strap that I don't like; it's a pain to adjust the length. Once you have it where you want it, there is no burning need to change it, but don't expect to be making easy adjustments on the fly. Under arm strap Mostly no issues with the under arm strap, but one caution. Twice when putting the shoulder strap on, I accidentally looped the under arm strap around the main strap, making it about 2 inches shorter. This meant that. once buckled, I could not lift the camera high enough to take a picture. It was easy to fix once I realized what I was doing wrong. This was operator error, but because the strap had looped on the backside of the strap, I could not tell I'd made that mistake. Mounting plate No big issues with the mounting plate, though it does flex a little when I walk. The screw seems to stay tight and I never feared it unscrewing from the tripod foot. As others have noted, it does squeak some where the strap attaches with my heavy lens and body. Safety loop I'll admit to being dubious of the plastic slide and nylon strap of the safety loop. However, before leaving for the birding trip, I attached two five pound weights to one end and repeatedly dropped/jerked the weight. The strap held. This "test" was more weight and the drops/jerks were more violent than I'd expect in the real world. Comfort At the shoulder, this strap is very comfortable My old sling strap, which was not padded and did not have the under arm strap, dug into my neck and became uncomfortable very quickly. With this strap I had no such issues. There were two places that were a little uncomfortable, but again bear in mind that I'm carrying a heavy lens and camera. First, the buckle of the safety tether slides up the main strap when you raise the camera. When you put the camera back down, the tether buckle can go back down as well, but in my case it does not. With the heavy camera and lens combo I have, I had to push the buckle back down the strap. If I didn't push it back down, the sharp edges of the buckle dug into my stomach. Also, the two plastic stops that prevent the strap from sliding too far also dug into my side a bit. If you aren't carrying a heavy combo, this should not be a problem. Note that these two stops can be easily removed. I've already removed one and am contemplating trying without the second as I do not believe they are essential to the strap's use. Durability Time will tell on durability. After carrying my lens and camera using the strap for approximately 40 hours last week, I saw no signs of deterioration or deformation. There are a lot of plastic parts with this strap, so it remains to be seen how well it will hold up. One key element is that the main buckles are safety buckles (my term) that require you to unlock the buckle by pressing the center before you can pinch them to release. Storage pockets A nice touch, but not that useful in practice. You could put an SD card or possibly a lens wipe in these, but don't expect to put your lens cap (unless very small) in these pockets. Final thoughts Compared to BlackRapid or CarrySpeed, how good is this Waka strap? I don't know. I have not compared this directly. But, in my week of birding/hiking, I can say I'll continue to use this strap going forward. But, I will always use the safety tether as I would not be at ease using the strap without that backup support. Will update this review if any impressions change.

I’ve purchased quite a few of these for my photography business and they are used in the field daily. They definitely last a long time even with daily use in all kinds of weather. Almost as nice as the high-end models. Pros: Quick Release System: The quick release feature is great. It allows for rapid attachment and detachment, making it super convenient when I need to take it off of the strap. Safety Tether: This gives me peace of mind, knowing that my equipment is secure. The tether is strong and reliable, preventing accidental drops. Comfortable Wear: The strap is padded and comfortable around one’s shoulder, even during long shoots. No more neck strain from heavy gear! Adjustable Length: I love the flexibility of adjusting the strap length. Works for all sizes of photographers. Durable Material: The strap feels sturdy and well-made. It's survived daily outdoor shoots, and they’ve never broken on me. Very comfortable: It's great around the shoulder instead of on the neck. The connection to the bottom of the camera is handy and keeps it in the perfect position. Cons: Style Factor: While functional, the design is pretty basic. If you're into fashionable camera straps, this might not be your cup of tea. Buckle Placement: Occasionally, the buckle can rub against the neck, which might be uncomfortable for some. Overall Experience: Despite a couple of minor drawbacks, the waka Rapid Camera Strap is a great accessory for my team. Definitely a 5-star recommendation for both amateur and professional photographers!

This Waka camera strap is everything I needed! It’s super comfortable even during long shoots, thanks to the padded shoulder section and underarm strap that keeps it stable. The quick release clips are strong and make it easy to detach the camera when needed, and the safety tether gives extra peace of mind. It feels very secure and distributes the weight nicely—much better than the basic neck strap my camera came with. Fits my Nikon perfectly. Great quality at a great price!

This worked great for me. Bought for a recent trip to Europe, wanting a comfortable strap that was quick and easy to use. This hit the mark. I like the little under shoulder strap, which helps keep the larger strap in place and not constantly sliding off or into your neck. The double connection points to camera gave me confidence that my SLR would not accidentally disconnect. The two small zipper packets worked out great for carrying additional cards around for camera. Overall, for the price it is a great product

This product is decent quality but it does not provide the ease of movement of a product like PD Slide. While the shoulder strap is comfortable, it makes bringing the camera to your eye that more difficult. It doesn't slide as easily and snags up on your clothing. Also the permanent attachment to the tripod screw does offer security but makes it a pain to use when you need to remove the camera from the strap. This is needed because the other side of the camera is held with a plastic clip. It would be unfair to pit this strap system against a slide lite because the difference in price is almost 4x, but for an extra $43, I bought the slide lite because I think it's worth it for the comfort and the ease of bringing camera to position and the security of making sure that a $1k camera with a $450 lens doesn't fall. I'm outside of the return window for this item but I will keep it for an older dslr that I don't use as often and not nearly as expensive as my mirrorless.

It feels comfortable and I was able to use it for an 8 hour wedding. My shoulder pain the night of was almost unbearable from holding the camera but the next day my shoulder didnt hurt. It wasnt the straps fault my shoulder hurt it was holding the camera at eye level for 8 hours. My camera didnt move around where it threads in and didnt fall off! Worked better than expected for the price and glad I got it!