A camera shoulder harness is a strapping system that wraps around the shoulders, back and chest to support your camera equipment. They have several uses, actually. These handy little devices are not just for cameras – they can carry binoculars as well. They make for very comfortable binoculars strap options. The camera shoulder harness featured here can handle nearly any size or brand of binocular or camera.
There are several benefits to this specific design as well. Thanks to the unique way the system is designed, it takes all the weight of the equipment right off the neck. This is done with the adjustable straps that are comfortably worn by anyone regardless of their size or number of clothing layers.
The camera shoulder harness is a great option to use as it protects the camera or other type of equipment by holding it close to the chest. That is one of the main differences between the camera shoulder harness and a generic camera neck strap. A generic neck strap allows the equipment to swing out and hit objects while the camera shoulder harness holds it in close to the chest and therefore protects it from swinging out and hitting other objects.
There are indeed many other perks to investing in an adjustable camera shoulder harness as opposed to going without. Those who invest in such an asset can ensure that their equipment will last much longer than if otherwise. This can be derived from the assumption that the equipment is far more likely to fall or bump into other things and therefore not last as long if it is not carried safely with a camera shoulder harness. Also, those who only have a generic neck strap will most likely choose to take the generic neck strap off as it puts all strain on the neck and therefore creates excessive neck pain.
The video below discusses the camera shoulder harness in great detail with pictures discussing exactly how it works. Take a look and if there are in questions, don’t be afraid to leave a comment. Enjoy!