camera/lens belts....? Which one do you recommend?

MIAMIPHOTO · 20 Jul 2015

I would like to keep my lenses on my belt while I am shooting. I have found 4 belts I like.
Do you have any of these? Which one would you recommend?

- I like the wider/thicker belsts hoping that they don't hurt your back... The thin ones may hurt my back... Any thoughts?
- Also, I would like to use any pouches for the belts... Some only accept their own brand pouches which is very limiting...

1. Lowepro S&F Deluxe Technical Belt (L/XL) B&H # LOSFDTBLX MFR # LP36285

2. Lowepro S&F Light Utility Belt

3. Think Tank Photo Pro Speed Belt V2.0 (Medium / Large, Black)
4. Think Tank Photo Steroid Speed Belt V2.0 (Medium / Large, Black)

5. Think Tank Thin Skin Belt V2.0 - L-XL-XXL

Thanks!

Graham W · 20 Jul 2015

Can recommend the Think Tank Lens Changers, less padding than the Lowepro pouches but that's not their purpose.
They are more roomy and so easier to remove and replace your lenses, plus they come with water proof covers.

MIAMIPHOTO · 21 Jul 2015

Thanks!

MIAMIPHOTO · 21 Jul 2015

Graham W said:
Can recommend the Think Tank Lens Changers, less padding than the Lowepro pouches but that's not their purpose.
They are more roomy and so easier to remove and replace your lenses, plus they come with water proof covers.

Thanks so much! My wife also shoots weddings... Do you think the harness looks strange on a woman at weddings?

RichardTaylor · 21 Jul 2015

MIAMIPHOTO said:
Thanks so much! My wife also shoots weddings... Do you think the harness looks strange on a woman at weddings?

Not if it is under a jacket/jumper etc. I use one when when shooting motor racing, however I do tnd to look a bit like "Rambo" depending on how I have the belt loaded up (water botles as well as multiple cameras etc)..

taxboy · 22 Jul 2015

I've got the Lower belt. Pretty Comfortable and I like the extra protection for the lenses for outside use. It does get a bit warm though so probably not the best for indoor use. Oh and I agree does make you look a bit like "security". Good quality though

Graham W · 23 Jul 2015

I've still got these in my toy cupboard if they're of interest. https://www.talkphotography.co.uk/threads/lowepro-s-f-delux-wastebelt-and-pouches.580032/

MIAMIPHOTO · 23 Jul 2015

Thanks for all the answers and suggestions!