Bos Camera Strap – The Best Kept Secret in Camera Sling Straps

Designed by a photographer, for photographers, the Bosstrap appeals to me because:

1. Simple Effective and Comfortable. Exactly what you are looking for in a decent camera strap.
2. A two part system. There are 2 parts to the BosSTRAP system.  The first being the Bostail that connects to the camera lug and then the strap that is connected to the Bostail. With this system the camera is 100% secure whilst allowing a quick release if needed – such as when connecting to a tripod (see below).
3. The Bostail can be used as a wrist strap. Simply disconnect the main strap from the Bostail and use the Bostail as a wrist strap. Useful for studio work.
4. Made from strong Seat Belt webbing. Seat belt webbing is seriously strong stuff! When you consider the forces that are applied to it during a car accident, you can appreciate that it is over delivering on the ability to keep your camera safe. With the 1½” width of the strap you are assured of both comfort and strength. In the end the security of your camera comes down not so much to the webbing but to the connections …
5. Secured directly on to the camera lug. Unlike most other sling straps the Bosstrap is not secured to the camera via the tripod socket which means that there is no possibility of the thread undoing and the camera falling free – a major problem with some better known brands (we won’t mention names).
6. The BosSTRAP fits all camera models that come fitted with factory fitted eyelits, with split rings, such as those used by Nikon or the slotted lugs that come with Canon models.
7. Access to the tripod socket is not impeded. It doesn’t matter if you do field work or studio work with this strap you can attach the camera to your top rated tripod before removing the strap (using the nifty, but secure, quick release Bostail), hence providing an additional safety feature when it is most needed.Once the camera is secured to the tripod you can safely remove the strap. The reverse procedure is followed after using the tripod.For straps connected by the tripod socket you have to undo your strap, secure the quick release plate to the camera and then attach it to the tripod – all while your camera is unsecured!
8. Can be used with your tripod quick release plate attached. My quick release plate is permanently on my camera and does not impede the strap or any functions in any way.
9. The camera remains level when on a flat surface. Because the strap is not connected via the tripod socket you can place your camera on a level surface and it will stay level.
10. No padded shoulder strap required. It doesn’t matter what other manufacturers tell you those extra padded sections that supposedly provide more comfort are often more of a hindrance because they continually move. With the 1½” webbing no additional padded strap is needed and nothing will move. As far as comfort goes – well, how comfortable is your car’s seat belt over your shoulder?
11. Fully adjustable to suit your build. It doesn’t matter how tall, or short, you are the 64″ strap allows for full adjustment. When you first set it up adjust it to a comfortable length where it hangs at the same level as your right-hand. It is then a simple and quick movement to bring the camera up to your eye.