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People are curious about it and comes up to ask, I always recommend it as I still think it's a very good gear despite some cons. "I wonder how many people who claim that this is useless have ever tried climbing a mountain with a camera..."Yup, done that. I have the V3, I think since it looks just like mine, which I have used with my Z7II and the kit lens while backpacking. I keep the camera strap attached and on so I have a safeguard for when I detach the camera from the clip. My only complaint is that dust/grit can make getting it in and out of the clip a little finicky.
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Peak Design Wants to Bring You the Ultimate Camera Clip: Capture.
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If you read the comments, most of the people who have one of these (including myself) use it for hiking. If you're hiking while wearing a backpack, having your camera on a strap, harness, or top-loader is annoying and cumbersome. This allows you to just put a camera attachment point directly on your backpack or your hip (I do both, depending on what backpack I'm wearing) and not have to deal with multiple layers of straps and slings. For that kind of use, this thing solves a real problem.
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You can check out all the accessories for the Capture Clip to find out more about what works with what. The packaging of the Capture Clip doesn’t really come with a lot of instructions. There were a number of things I didn’t realize as a result. I really love Peak Design gear, its business model, its designs, and most of all, the quality of everything they make.
Peak Design Capture Clip Review (Camera Holder for Backpack)
Dpreview not mentionning this is quite dishonest ir didn't really use the product. It always happens within 1h of carry if you actually move around. If you shoot both panos and everything else then mounting on a tripod is just as essential as convenience and quick action. The same is if you also like shooting nature with a monopod, including some amount of close-up shots. My main problem with this idea is that when I'm hiking, I'm dripping sweat all over.
Here’s one final thought I’ve had regarding potential improvements. It could be possible to use magnets to mount the plate to the clip. I’m sure this is no easy task and would require extensive design, which I’m admittedly not about to devote my time to. So, simply in the spirit of wish-lists I’ll just throw it out there.
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That seems largely like Fuji's fault, the socket is totally off centre and about as close to the battery door as it could possibly be. I guess the Jobu 0.75" plate would fit but that's like barely a plate (not a knock against it but I wouldn't trust something like that for a clip style device, great tripod plate for tiny bodies tho). The new plate should be pretty easy to fit next to just about any battery door, it fits my GM1/GX850 anyway and those are just about the smallest ILCs out there... I guess some small P&S might have an off center tripod socket even closer to the door though. The old micro plate would fit the same spaces but was more limited as far as orientation. But it loses both the tripod mountability, and the screw down lock onto the plate.
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It is something to get used to, but having the camera always within reach without it dangling on a strap can be beneficial. I could even review shots and change settings with the camera on the strap while cycling. This was something I didn't and couldn't expect but this is really a product that provides handling and shooting dynamics we didn't have before. It looks like a good product but personally I feel insecure holding an expensive camera and lens in my hands without a strap around my neck.
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With Capture, you can safely and comfortably carry your camera anytime, anywhere, and always have instant access. The Capture Clip has two metal layers that are connected by two semi-permanent thumb drive bolts. When you unscrew the bolts, the outer layer of the clip swings upward. There’s also the aforementioned Pro Pad, which gives way more stability.
If you plan to use our clips, tripods, or straps with multiple cameras, we recommend getting a Standard Plate for each camera body. Works with most ARCA-type tripods (including ours), fits in Capture in 4 directions, and contains 4 loops for connecting Peak Design Anchors. Newly upgraded with a durable machined/anodized construction and a 50% lower profile design.
It screws in with the hex key, which comes with it. This device solves the biggest problem photographers (both pro and amateur) struggle with. It has some small drawbacks — it doesn’t play nicely with telephoto lenses, and sometimes the clip gets stuck.
I’m sure I’ll find a way to get it onto my larger pack too. Just have to play around with it a bit more, I suspect. The thumb screws aren’t really long enough for the Peak Designs Everyday Backpack I have. Another cool thing is the safety lock is on the button of the Peak Design Capture Clip. A simple 90-degree turn locks or unlocks the clip. (This is much more streamlined than the bulkier safety lock of versions 1 and 2.) There’s a hash mark to show whether you’re open or closed (they’re aligned when open).
These products seem like a solution in search of a problem.I'd rather spent my money on going places to take pictures. If you know anyone that can sew, make your own. I played around with a sewing machine for a few hours and made one for about $2 in fabric. I used denim and strong thread made for coats and upholstery.
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