Sling strap options for rangefinder cameras that keep the tripod socket free
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I’m looking for a sling-style camera strap for small rangefinder/compact cameras that attaches to the side lugs/eyelets instead of the tripod socket, so I can still mount the camera on a tripod.
Ideal features:
- cross-body sling style
- sliding section for quick access
- does not block the tripod mount
Cameras in question:
- Canonet QL17 GIII
- Olympus 35 DC
- Ricoh GRD III
Are there strap systems made for cameras with two side lugs/eyelets that work this way?
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Yes. A side-lug sling strap is the right type to look for, since it leaves the tripod socket completely free.
Based on the community answer, BosStrap is one example: it attaches to a side eyelet/lug rather than the tripod mount, so you can still use the camera on a tripod.
In general, for cameras like rangefinders and small compacts with side attachment points, look for sling straps designed to connect to the camera’s side lugs/eyelets instead of systems that screw into the base. Avoid tripod-socket solutions such as base-mounted loops or plates if keeping the tripod mount open is your priority.
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