Features:

  • New version with Anchors that alert you to wear and tear
  • Durable aluminum quick-adjuster handles let you keep your camera as close to your body as you prefer
  • Wear as a sling strap, shoulder strap or neck strap; Reconfigure in seconds
  • Includes ARCA-compatible plate, so you can use in conjunction with your tripod
  • 45mm (1.8in) wide seatbelt style webbing is internally padded for low-profile comfort; Smooth on one side, gripped on reverse side
Very comfortable for bigger cameras

This strap changed everything for me. I've long used the straps that came with my camera without complaint, but after seeing some reviews I wanted to give this strap a try for my 5D which is a bit heavy with glass attached. Being a landscape photographer who frequently hikes miles for shots, this made it far more comfortable to keep my camera ready but not rub my neck raw. There are a couple of ways to attach the strap. You can do so using both of the normal strap mount locations or even better, you can use the adapter to mount one end to one strap mount and the other to to tripod mount which makes it hang much more comfortably. You do have to remove it for tripod use, but that's really not a big deal, even without a tool, and is a good idea anyway when tripod shooting. The only thing I don't quite understand is why the rubber grippy part that should rest on your shoulder seems to be on the opposite side of the way the latches open for adjustment. Maybe it's by design so they don't catch on something and unlatch, but it's really just nit picking and not a big deal.

Totally Sold on This Strap!

Totally Sold on This Strap! I previously only used the Black Rapid straps. Had one in each model. Fast on the draw, but never liked the way the camera bounced on my leg when walking. I also heard about stress fractures occurring on the part that screws into the camera. Saw a few YouTube videos about the best strap, and this one came up quite a bit. Got mine yesterday and I LOVE it! The camera sits snugly against my body due to the two anchor points. I also feel a lot safer having two anchor points instead of just the one on the bottom. There was also quite a bit or clinking sound with the BR. This one is obviously silent. It's also just as easy to draw as the BR. Plus, you still have options to wear it around your neck, or over your shoulder (great for when unloading the car). Lastly, you can still use your tripod with the "system" still attached. Unlike the BR. LOVE this strap! Get one today!

The best camera strap you can own.

Peak Design Black Slide Camera Strap SL-2 I purchased this back in October 2016, so I've had about 6 months to formulate my review on this fine product. My conclusion: Such a simple design results in an outstanding product. I use this on my Canon and accompanying lenses, and although I'm an amateur photographer, I tote around L glass that's both big and heavy. This great strap helps to ease that burden and better distribute that weight on my shoulders far better than the strap that comes with the camera. Here's what I like about the Peak SL-2 strap: 1. Ease of adjustment. Just open the clasp and slide up or down to tighten or loosen the strap. So simple yet very secure. 2. Wide strap helps distribute the weight. Let's face it, a 70-200mk2 can get heavy after some time, but the Peak SL-2 allows you to wear your rig cross shoulder and distribute the weight better. 3. Quick deployment. Using the cross body layout, pulling the camera to eye level is super quick and a snap to do. 4. Good padding. Enough padding to help cushion the weight but not too much to make the strap bulky. This will be the only strap I ever use. If it breaks, I'm ordering whatever version is the most current - I love it that much.

Now THIS is a Great Strap!

Received the Peak Design Slide this morning just before leaving for a major horse and carriage show, and what a difference this strap makes. After recently purchasing a 500mm telephoto lens I realized immediately my stock neck strap just wasn't going to cut it with the added weight. A friend had given me an Up Strap which supported and redistributed the weight well, but the heavy, sticky shoulder pad made camera retrieval and positioning difficult. I did some research and seriously considered the Black Rapid, but didn't care for the method of attachment to a single bottom lug and the inflexibilty of switching easily from hand held to tripod mounted. So I decided on Peak Design. Shipment (free) was very timely and packaging excellent. Attachment to the camera was simple. I then shouldered it, made a very quick length adjustment and I was ready to go. The strap rotates freely for shooting and is exceptionally comfortable. The Anchor Link system is quick to connect or disconnect, and an extra set of links is included for use on a second camera utililizing the same strap if I desire. Although my review is based on only a couple hours use, I am positive I made the right choice.

I use it with my Canon T6i

NOTE: Make sure you buy the SL-2 (latest version; other colors of the latest version noted as SL-T-2 and SL-L-2) not the SL-1 because that doesn't include the strap padding and the damage indicator for the cords. I was deciding between the Peak Design Slide and the OP/TECH USA Utility Strap - Sling and decided to buy the latter first. I was highly disappointed with the design of the OP/TECH USA Sling so I opted to returning it and buying the Peak Design Slide instead. One of the main issues I had with the OP/TECH Sling is that although the product keeps my camera extremely secure, it was blocking the liveview and viewfinder of my camera! With the Peak Design Slide Camera, I am able to connect the straps in different orientations without blocking the center of my camera. It may seem like the cords are weak but I think they are woven properly that I'm not worried about my camera dropping. It also has indicators within the cords themselves, showing YELLOW if it needs replacement or RED if it is dangerous to use in case of the cord breaking. I will update my review to let you know how long the cords lasted me! Another thing I really, really like about the Peak Design Slide Camera is the different orientations you can have the strap as. I keep three of the four cords included in the product on the right, left, and bottom sides of my camera so that I can easily carry my camera hanging around my neck, behind me, or over my shoulder. All I need is to press on the circular portion of the cord and slide up, easily done even with just one hand. The way the straps are adjusted as easy as well. Just flip the metallic silver bar down to increase the length or up to decrease the length. There are two on each side of the straps so you can adjust it accordingly, especially for people who likes their camera on the left side (since most people have them on the right). It glides smoothly without any hangs, unlike the OP/TECH Sling. As for the texture, it really does feel and look like airplane seatbelts, especially the one in black. I don't mind though, I still think it looks cool. If you're really bothered by that, they also sell it in brown and blue colors for just a few dollars more. As my note stated, the SL-1 version of the Peak Design Slide has NO padding so make sure you're buying the SL-2 (also make sure the box you got also states it's SL-2, SL-T-2, or SL-L-2 since the last two are the model number for the different colors). Flipping the padded portion of the strap will reveal the silicon grip so it doesn't glide as easily and stays in place. Sometimes I use that and shorten the length of my strap for a nice camera stabilizer. Finally, the downside of using this strap... Any strap where you want your camera to point down will have to use the bottom mount of your camera. It doesn't bother me that much but I really dislike how when I set down my camera, it immediately tumbles backwards or forwards (depending on which side is heavy). Of course, that's gravity just doing its job and I can just be careful, but it is still a slight annoyance. Another annoyance I have is that since the bottom mount is taken, I have to keep removing the plate so I can install the correct mount for my tripod. An Allen wrench is provided inside the baggie for you to tighten the circle in the center of the mount plate so make sure you do! These annoyances come with wanting to have a more versatile camera strap and having it point down, so I am not giving it less than 5 stars just because of them! In the box, you will find the strap, 4 anchors (I was referring to them as cords), 1 mount plate, 1 Allen wrench, 1 baggie, and some paper inserts with information on how to use the item. These items can be seen in the pictures I've provided with this review.

Great product, great design

I wanted a better camera strap to replace the cheesy, too short, strap that came with my Canon SX530 (looks like a tiny DSLR but is really a point and shoot with manual controls). After reading many reviews and a few Youtube channels who recommended this strap I gave it a shot. It is very well built. The strap material, nylon webbing, is very similar (if not the same as) what a seat belt is made of. This is not being critical, I like this. While I do not have an expensive DSLR, which I am sure this is more geared towards, this works great for my Canon bridge camera. I LOVE the adjustable slide as well. The Archa tripod plate was a plus and quick connect snaps hold strong. Over all 5 stars for sure! I have used it on numerous short hikes on some semi-rugged terrain, several trips having it slung while riding a bike, and yes many times just walking around. No matter what it has held fast and I am glad I purchased this. Yes, it is not cheap, but I am fine with the price because I can see that it was money well spent. So if you are looking for a strong well made strap to replace that cheap OEM strap that you never can get adjusted right... This could be for you!

Peak Design Black Slide Camera Strap SL-2

So far what I can see is a great option to having a neck strap for my camera and being able to remove the strap without a major project. I bought this product for the fact that I use this specific camera for several things beside typical photography and need to remove the neck strap often. The neck strap itself is comfortable and was very happy to see that it came with addition dyneema anchors. I have only had this for a few weeks and only time will tell how well things hold up. This is my second product I have purchased from Peak Design and am very pleased with the build quality and design. I would say I would recommend this to anyone who needs to use their cameras for more than just typical point and shoot photography.

A high-end, versatile piece of equipment

I've used it for several hikes and walks around the city. It is very comfortable. The camera (I use a full-size DSLR) is stable when I walk because of the two-point connection. By comparison, the camera swings more with my BlackRapid Sport system, which attaches only at the tripod socket. I can't that one system (Peak Design or BlackRapid) is better than the other. They are different, and personal preferences will dominate. Some comparisons: The Peak is easier to slip on and off, and easier to mount to the camera. Not surprisingly, the BlackRapid feels more secure once the camera is mounted and the extra strap is fixed under my arm. As noted, the camera swings more in the BR, but the way the lens hangs from the Peak seems to cause more "lens creep" with my zooms. The single-point attachment on the BR seems as if it will work better when carrying a long telephoto with its own tripod socket. I haven't tried to do that on the Peak yet. Finally, the BR works better when carrying a backpack, although it's a bit of a production getting everything on. My personal preference: Peak for everyday use and light hiking. The BR for more vigorous outings. But, you won't go wrong with either.

It's amazing. Just buy it and read my review while you're waiting for delivery.

This is the first strap I have used besides the ones that came free with my cameras. I simply love this thing! It works fully as advertised, and I can say it is worth the price (though that was my biggest hesitation in buying it). It is perfect as both a sling strap and neck strap. I really liked the fact that I can get it to stay put simply by flipping the padding up top to the grip side - a godsend when walking around and not expecting to shoot for a bit. The quick release took me a little to get used to, but it was amazing to be able to go from neck strap to sling in just a few seconds. I put it on a Canon 5D3 with a 24-70 f/4, and it was incredibly comfortable for 2 hrs of walking around. I then tried it out at the zoo with my monstrous 70-200 f/2.8 for 5 hours and was not fatigued! I showed it to my buddy and he is planning to buy one for his rifle, if that helps explain the versatility of this thing. Gear: Canon 5D3 / 5Diii, Canon 24-70 f/4, Canon 70-200 f/2.8

Thoughtful and flexible design

The combination of anchor links and quick-connectors is the centerpiece of a thoughtful and flexible design. You can use these anchors and connectors not just with the wide, adjustable neck strap/sling but also with the narrower leash and the wrist strap, also sold by Peak Design. The strap material is very light and strong: some compare it to seat belt material, which it is like. It folds up quite small for storage in a little sack that comes with the kit: the advantage is that it can be detached and then stashed in a camera bag or backpack quite easily. The strap material moves smoothly over clothing so you can deploy the camera at eye level very quickly. The strap buckles allow for easy length-adjustment. You can switch quickly between camera bodies by putting anchors on all that you have. Peak design also sells the links and connectors separately, thereby allowing you to outfit a favorite neck strap of another manufacturer that you may not wish to abandon (I used a set on my Crumpler Industry Disgrace strap). Peak Design has offered very good and versatile. Still, there are two or three matters (not really "cons" but things you may wish to consider) that might be noted: Peak Design does not advertise in its webpage videos that the small cords of the anchors are subject to fraying over time (how much time I cannot say) in a way that conventional neck straps may not be. It's only after you've made your purchase and unpacked the box that you see the warning showing the three color layers of the Vectran cord to monitor (black: ok; yellow: unsafe; red: replace) -- so expect to get spares for replacement some day. Also, the notion of suspending an expensive camera and lens by a single attachment to the tripod baseplate attachment is altogether too dicey for my taste (I'd be checking it every five minutes). If you have a Manfrotto tripod, this PD plate will not fit it. There may be a bit too much metal for those worried about scratching their cameras and lenses: the Slide's buckles have a metal adjustments and the backs of the quick-connectors are metal springs, but they are recessed enough not to be a likely problem. If you have an pinch-grip or arthritic limitation in your hands, the system of anchors and connectors, though easy enough for almost everyone, might possibly be a problem for you. Apart from these reservations, this is a nice, intelligent system. It appears to be based on a lot of thought and practical experience.

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