Best Camera Shoulder Straps

Updated January 2019
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Best of the Best
HiiGuy
DSLR Camera Strap
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Bottom Line

With all the extras that the HiiGuy comes with, your money will go far.

Pros

This model is chock full of features, including a 3 year warranty, a micro fiber cloth, a thick shoulder pad and a sturdy safety tether. A good choice if you're going to carry a heavy DSLR all day. The strap length is adjustable, too.

Cons

The slide mechanism to move the camera up the strap may slip out of place at times.

Altura Photo
Rapid Fire Camera Strap
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If you prefer to carry a point-and-shoot, the Altura model will get the job done.

Pros

The lightweight Altura Photo comes with a screwplate so you can secure your camera firmly, and a small zipper for extra memory cards. The screwplate can also mount to a tripod easily.

Cons

Screwplate may loosen with time, but this can be avoided with a smaller camera.

Case Logic
DSLR Quick Sling
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A solid choice for carrying a light, compact camera.

Pros

The Case Logic includes a slide mechanism that makes it easy to grab your camera to shoot. Attaching a camera is a matter of screwing the strap onto the bottom. Very handy for physical excursions like hiking, or otherwise being out and about.

Cons

Has to be attached using the tripod slot in the camera, so it's not possible to use the strap and tripod concurrently.

Best Bang for the Buck
GTMax
BIRUGEAR Anti-Slip Strap
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For photographers on a budget, you can't beat the GTMax for under $10.

Pros

The GTMax can be comfortably worn around the neck or on the shoulder. Equipped with a flexible neoprene strap, and comes in multiple colors for variety. The shorter strap will work well for children and small adults.

Cons

Straps are wide, and may not fit all camera models.

Eggsnow
Knit Camera Strap
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The unusual knit of the Eggsnow makes for a breathable, stretchy strap.

Pros

The strap is quite long, to the benefit of taller photographers. The two-inch width ensures that it won't dig into your shoulder after hours of carrying, and the range of design options will satisfy anyone wishing to personalize their strap.

Cons

Knit material will soak up perspiration, so you'll need to wash it more frequently.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

20 Models Considered
6 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
250 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

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Camera shoulder straps hook tightly to the camera so you can use it all day safely. Most camera shoulder straps are made for DSLR cameras. DSLRs have some weight to them, especially if they have a long lens attached. The strap makes it easy to carry the DSLR camera across the shoulder safely and comfortably. Some camera shoulder straps are made to fit mirrorless cameras too. A shoulder strap will have some padding on it, making it more comfortable to wear. When you adjust the strap properly, it should hold the camera tight to the body. You won’t have to worry about the camera bouncing around as you walk when using the right strap. Some camera shoulder straps have colors or patterns, but most of them are black.

The team that worked on this review
  • Jacob
    Jacob
    Editorial Manager
  • Melinda
    Melinda
    Web Producer
  • Ola
    Ola
    Writer
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HiiGuy

DSLR Camera Strap

HiiGuy

DSLR Camera Strap

With all the extras that the HiiGuy comes with, your money will go far.
$18
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Altura Photo

Rapid Fire Camera Strap

Altura Photo

Rapid Fire Camera Strap

If you prefer to carry a point-and-shoot, the Altura model will get the job done.

$19
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Case Logic

DSLR Quick Sling

Case Logic

DSLR Quick Sling

A solid choice for carrying a light, compact camera.

$11
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GTMax

BIRUGEAR Anti-Slip Strap

GTMax

BIRUGEAR Anti-Slip Strap

For photographers on a budget, you can't beat the GTMax for under $10.

$7
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Eggsnow

Knit Camera Strap

Eggsnow

Knit Camera Strap

The unusual knit of the Eggsnow makes for a breathable, stretchy strap.

$11

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