Gaudy Nikon Neck Straps
Why the gaudy logo, Nikon, why, oh why?… Yes, it’s a marketing opportunity, but do Nikon users really want to flaunt the make and model of our camera in yellow-on-black fashion? Nikon straps can either say, “Steal my D2x!” or perhaps, “Do you really feel like stealing my D40?” The older forrest green and brown straps were a nicer color scheme, in my opinon.
So why not use the old Nikon straps? The issue with the older Nikon straps is that they contain metal clasps/parts that can scratch LCD screens. All newer Nikon straps have wider loop threads and plastic parts, making them better for carrying heavier DSLRs with scratchable LCD screens. So, our choices are to use the gaudy straps or buy some new ones. Domke makes some really nice, black straps (“Gripper” series), and Op/Tech always has a nice series of padded neoprene ones. I just end up using Nikon’s OEM strap by taping up the huge Nikon logos and makes with some heavy-duty gaffer tape… A $0.10 solution!
June 29th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
I agree. The OEM straps are obnoxious and ugly. I used my tan and green strap that I had on my old N90S and simply replaced the metal parts with plastic ones from the strap that came with my D300.