Your Home Security

Will it hurt my Nikon D90 to carry the 70-200mm using the camera body?

I recently purchased a Nikon 70-200mm, 2.8 VRI and the lens is quite heavy compared to any other lens I have used. I heard rumors that carrying the lens using just the camera body might hurt the lens mount ring due to the weight of the lens, but I have also heard that it will not. Main thing I was concerned about was I shoot sports a lot, and when I hang the camera on my shoulder for a rest, would it hurt the camera to hang free supporting the weight of the lens.

I used to hang my Canon 5D Mark II on my shoulder with the 70-200 2.8, when I brought it in for a tune up one day they told me that the lens mount ring had been loosened quite a bit and they had to tighten it up for me. I was lucky that the lens didn’t come off while it was hanging.

I actually strongly recommend a black rapid rs7 strap. Believe me, it’s amazing. The thought of it at first is pretty horrifying but it’s stable as can be. Your camera wont fall and it’ll come in hella useful. I use one all the time now.

http://www.blackrapid.com/product/camera-strap/rs-7/

Film Sensei: Cine City Camera Shoulder Support Review

Porta Brace Black Flex Camera Strap, Medium Duty Neckstrap for Still & Video Cameras with CamC Clips A wide selection of Shoulder Straps designed for carrying Porta-Brace® cases and cameras are available. The straps are contoured and designed to fit comfortably in the hollow of the shoulder. CAMERA STRAPS: The Specialized HB-12CamC, HB-15CamC and HB-40CamC are designed to carry cameras. Same basic construction as the General Shoulder Straps but connect to the camera’s posts using our CamC cl…

Mobile Edge 17.3 Alienware Orion ScanFast Checkpoint Friendly Messenger $99.99 Carrying your gear in the Alienware Orion messenger bag is as comfortable as it is convenient due to the extra-thick, padded shoulder strap. Alien accents throughout the bag, including the bold, black chrome Alien Head icon on the front, set this bag apart from the crowd. Accommodates large laptops up to 17.3 Inch….

Lowepro CompuDaypack Camera Bag (Slate) $84.50 Perfect for around campus or around town, the CompuDaypack is a lightweight yet spacious backpack. Its triple compartment design neatly manages the key components of digital photography with a rear compartment for a notebook computer and files, and a lower compartment that accommodates a digital SLR with lens attached, plus 2-3 additional lenses or flash units. The upper compartment holds personal…

Targus A7 Commuter Backpack Designed to Protect 17 Inch Laptops TSB200US (Black) $65.55 The Targus A7 Laptop Backpack is designed to fit up to 17″ widescreen laptops. The backpack features a scratch-resistant, nyflex lined laptop compartment, designed to keep the laptop scratch-free and protected from bumps. The case bottom is constructed with industry-grade tarpaulin which is water-and-wear resistant for added durability. The two front zippered pockets provide convenient access to i…

Orion Roll-A-Stool Folding Observer’s Chair $29.99 When you’re out for an evening of observing, just unroll and voila! Your throne is ready! Oversized tubing and triple-layer polyester comfortably support up to 250 lbs. Its 18″ height and generous 15″ heavy canvas seat fold to 26″ long and just 3″ in diameter. Easy to carry — weighs only 23 oz. and includes convenient adjustable shoulder strap….