Rifle sling for camera?

I don't know if this is the right place for this post but....

In the military, they use 3 point rifle slings so they can keep their weapon at their side, but also to bring into firing position very quickly. I was wondering if there was such a system for a camera or if anyone had adapted it for a rifle. I got the idea after running across one of these:

http://bushhawk.shopol.com/Item/BH%2D320D.htm

Thanks!

Hmm...I see what you are driving at. I have never seen one for a camera. You can go to any local gun show and pick up a "Combat Rig" for about $30 bucks. Figure a few more bucks for some quick disconnects and you're ready to test it.
Having used that rig for it's intended purpsoe I don't think I would like it.

I have a 4" key keeper (2 quick disconnecs with some webbing between them). I connect it to one of my straps and the other to my belt. That lets me cross carry the camera on my side without it swinging when I move. All I do is un-clip the strap and bring it up to my eye. I got mine at K-Mart a few years back for $3.

Note: this was before I got my 5D...THAT stays in a holster. I guess I am too scared (and clumsy) to risk my 5D with it.

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I am sure some people would love it. We all need the right tool to do the job more effectively and efficiently.

My preference is still portability and light weight. The other day I tried a new flash bracket at an event shoot and found it still too inconvenient and bulky. The bracket went into the bag and I went on shooting with the bare 5D and 70-200 2.8 IS. That combo was enough weight for me.
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G Tom said:

http://bushhawk.shopol.com/Item/BH%2D320D.htm

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Now if you were using this with a black L lens ... you wouldn't stick out in crowd at all. The white lens just spoils the whole thing. Hey..They do offer different colors so apparently someone is listening. ;-)

John

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I've been using a modified Bushhawk 320D for macro photography for more than a year. My modifications included a LED lighting system (designed to improve focusing accuracy in low light) that would automatically turn off when i press the trigger to release shutter.

Here's what my initial version looked like:
http://macroclub.ru/glr/displayimage.php?pos=-10510

Despite the efforts I made to improve functionality of the device, I am very reluctant to recommend it to anyone. It's made of a very low quality plastic, and is WAY overpriced.

I wish some well-respected manufacturer (like Kirk or RRS) made something along that line, with better thought-out design and from higher quality materials.

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I think they've been selling this for years. If I remember right, Len Lee Rue also sold something like this a couple of decades ago.

I built two of my own out of good plywood (in addition to photography, I'm into woodworking). My first one was for my Nikon gear back in the mid-80s. When I moved to Canon DSLRs, the original geometry didn't quite work, and Canon's wired releases are different from Nikons, so I built a second shoulderpod (I don't think I invented the name).

These are great, but not quite as stable as a monopod. I now trade between the two. The shoulderpod is more maneuverable and packs a bit easier. The monopod is a bit more stable. Neither is perfect (like anything else: tradeoffs).

The nice thing about making your own is that you can fit it to YOUR geometry and add little touches. For example, mine have an extension in the front to rest on branches or other objects when available. I also added nonslip film to the bottom for when I want to steady it on the ground or other objects. I also have a velcro attachment for the wired remote, and plastic clips to retain the wire up to the camera mount. Lots you can do with very few tools, a small bit of 3/4" plywood, a bit of creativity and some patience.

Abbott

Maybe this is what you are looking for?

http://www.blackrapid.com/
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Hey, that's cool! Thanks for the link!

http://www.betterphoto.com/gallery/gallery.asp?memberID=125176&pageID=1&rows=30&style=

BushHawk

First I am a wildlife photographer and my 500 lens has never been off of my BushHawk. I used a heavy duty camera bag strap for carrying it around out in the woods. I also attached the strap to the lens rather than the BushHawk cuz I felt more comfortable with knowing my lens was safe if there ever was a problem with the strength of the BushHawk.

I use a Rifle sling on my backup set up on my BushHawk which has a BIGMA lens on it.

The set up in use.



Here is a better view.



My Back up system with a rifle sling with swivels.



I would not even consider going out in the woods with out my BushHawk.

Here is a link to some photos I used the BushHawk to get whild sitting under a tree waiting to find some elk.

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/readflat.asp?forum=1032&thread=27787445

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What happens if you need to quickly shoot a vertical?

matphotos said:

What happens if you need to quickly shoot a vertical?

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It matters how you adjust your strap for length. Mine is long enough that is not a problem.

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Sorry, not very on topic - just waxing nostalgic here ))

I always use the tripod mount ring on my lenses. Therefore it's a simple, 1-2 second matter, to loosen the clamping screw and rotate the assembly. If I'm going to do a lot of rotation I'll often just leave the screw loose. If the lens doesn't have a ring, then it's probably small enough that you don't need the mount.

BTW: I do the same thing when using a monopod.

matphotos said:

What happens if you need to quickly shoot a vertical?

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