They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and if you’re looking at the lead image here and are thinking, “I’ve seen this before,” you aren’t wrong. Prism Lens FX has just released its first quick-release camera strap accessory. The Rope Camera Strap is designed to be eye-catching when worn and easily removed when no longer needed. Where Prism Lens FX hopes to stand out is in offering three colorway options and a reputation as a company by photographers for photographers. Let’s look at the Rope Camera Strap in all its glory.
The Prism Lens FX Rope Camera Strap – a Camera Strap You’ll Actually Use
That’s literally how Prism Lens FX is billing the Rope Camera Strap, and they aren’t wrong about some of their assumptions, mainly that many photographers don’t like using the straps that come with their purchase. Prism Lens FX makes the case that everyone should enjoy the benefits of a quick-release strap system, a replacement for OEMs’ often cheap and uncomfortable materials, and the complicated loop-through setups.
Aside from initial setup, the Rope Camera Strap puck and loop design borrowed from other quick-release systems make it easy to set up and even easier to remove. Whether you’re walking around with the camera securely around your neck and need to remove the strap to place your camera on a tripod or gimbal, the quick-release system makes it easy to do both.
Do We Really Need Another Strap
Accessibility isn’t just limited to the physical strap. One of the biggest highlights in this release is the price. The Rope Camera Strap promises a well-built, well-designed strap to keep your gear secure without breaking the bank. At $20 USD, the Rope Camera Strap is easily one of the most affordable options that doesn’t come from Temu. That means you’ll enjoy the benefits of a warranty backed by a company you can trust. Not a bad deal.
Outside of shooting events, a big part of my job is reviewing various camera equipment, including camera bodies. I rotated four or five camera straps for a long time to avoid removing the tiny D rings from the Sailor Strap that lived on my primary work rig. I think back to one of the first New York International Auto Show events I attended, I was hired to shoot both stills and b-roll, much of the latter had to be done on a tripod and gimbal. What stands out the most is the time I wasted going from carrying the camera around my neck to setting up a shot on a gimbal. Granted, this may sound like one of the most entitled/privileged problems to face but when working on assignment, I want to keep my focus on my work and not futzing around with a strap. Yes, I have used the quick-release straps from that other company, but what I look forward to with Prism Lens FX’s version is being able to support a company that supports their customers, photographers.
Check the strap out on their website.
