I was thinking to buy a cotton carrier however I didn't find the answer anywhere about how is working until I found your video. Well demonstrated and now I have a confident and will buy it soon. Thanks for sharing it
Thanks for showcasing this harness! Didn't even know such a thing existed, and it's just what I wanted! Looks great for those of us doing street photography while biking
purchased brand new ($119 afterthe 25% off) one the other day with the idea and can leave my bag for indoor events... Seems good so far... I like the fact the version I have for mount bracket to the camera has a 1/4' screw-mount so you can attach a quick plate for the tripod. a good explanation for those considering.
Great review! Nice Japanese background theme as well xD I just bought the new G3 Harness with the universal tripod adapter plate so hopefully that works the same as your L bracket work-around. Thanks =D
I am considering the cotton carrier G3 with my new Z9, but, like many, am trying to figure out the best approach for carrying it and the rest of my gear. And the lack of straight out of the box Arca Swiss comparability is a concern. While your work around certainly get your camera in the horizontal position, there is no way that is a stable solution with a Z9 or most but the lightest set ups. Main reason to have an Arca L-bracket is lost with this work around. And I do understand they have a “universal” quick release plate thingy, but that also seems to have a number of significant drawbacks. Anyway, Arca-Swiss comparability aside, seems like a great system.
Yes you can defiantly mount directly to the camera body, providing the lens does not outweigh the camera massively, or you could potentially damage the mount with the stress of a very heavy lens hanging from it. after all that's one reason why the manufacturers recommend very heavy lenses mount via the foot. So a 70-200mm F2.8 or a 400mm F4 prime no problems after that Foot mount is best.
Hi Mark, thanks for your video. I'm thinking about purchasing this harness. Could you post the purchase link of it? And post which tripod, headball and smallrig are u using on the video? TY.
I purchased the Cotton carrier on eBay as a used purchase. So just look for yourself in the used or cheapest available options in eBay. as for the Tripod it is a Manfotto system. And truly it`s about budget and use case scenario. so simply check out your options and choose what you like and can afford. The details just really doesn`t matter as long as your happy .
a good system however, the harness rides up when taking the camera out especially when taking it out really fast. One should make sure the hub is really on good or the camera will not lift out of the vest locking the camera in
Everything you have said is true and valid. However if they made the harness more rigid it would be all heavy and hot to wear like a steady cam vest. Not something enjoyable to wear all day, so it's a unfortunate trade of.
@@MarkHummerNikonZ9 Alright, thank you, I'll have to see if I'll have room for this because I'm taking the harness hiking with a 60L pack and the hip belt might be in the way of it
Hello again, I need to know where to buy the same safety straps that you use. I have bought a harness for 2 cameras but I don't like the straps they have. If you would be so kind as to answer my question, I would be very grateful. Thanks.
www.cottoncarrier.com/collections/accessories2/products/parts?variant=12576192495660 This link will show you how to buy the quick release tether (straps) you want.
Extremely informative thankyou!
I was thinking to buy a cotton carrier however I didn't find the answer anywhere about how is working until I found your video. Well demonstrated and now I have a confident and will buy it soon. Thanks for sharing it
Thanks for showcasing this harness! Didn't even know such a thing existed, and it's just what I wanted! Looks great for those of us doing street photography while biking
purchased brand new ($119 afterthe 25% off) one the other day with the idea and can leave my bag for indoor events... Seems good so far... I like the fact the version I have for mount bracket to the camera has a 1/4' screw-mount so you can attach a quick plate for the tripod. a good explanation for those considering.
Amazing carry Vest Mark>> Havent seen them in S Africa so will look on B&H website
Great video, looking for a dual camera harness for the nikon z system with the nikon 70-200 and 24-70, and will be used for a wedding in may
The harness is well worth considering, as it makes that long day juggling cameras and lenses just so more simple, and hassle free.
Great review! Nice Japanese background theme as well xD I just bought the new G3 Harness with the universal tripod adapter plate so hopefully that works the same as your L bracket work-around.
Thanks =D
Nice bag
I am considering the cotton carrier G3 with my new Z9, but, like many, am trying to figure out the best approach for carrying it and the rest of my gear. And the lack of straight out of the box Arca Swiss comparability is a concern. While your work around certainly get your camera in the horizontal position, there is no way that is a stable solution with a Z9 or most but the lightest set ups. Main reason to have an Arca L-bracket is lost with this work around. And I do understand they have a “universal” quick release plate thingy, but that also seems to have a number of significant drawbacks. Anyway, Arca-Swiss comparability aside, seems like a great system.
Nice review. Please what are the dimension of the bag or the model you have (just for understand what type of bag add to it)?
Lowepro Adventura SH 160 II . and a Lowepro Adventura SH 120 II . depending on how much gear I need to carry on the day.
Thank you.
How do you get to the battery to change it?
Please clarify what point in the video you are referring to.
I see a lot of these demonstration, but is it safe to mount it from the camera rather then the telephoto lense.
Yes you can defiantly mount directly to the camera body, providing the lens does not outweigh the camera massively, or you could potentially damage the mount with the stress of a very heavy lens hanging from it. after all that's one reason why the manufacturers recommend very heavy lenses mount via the foot. So a 70-200mm F2.8 or a 400mm F4 prime no problems after that Foot mount is best.
What about Nikon Z8 + Nikkor 180 - 600?
Does harness allow enough room for Nikon dslrs (D500/D800) with grips or D4s?
Yes my Z711 has a grip when I want one and it works fine
Hi Mark, thanks for your video. I'm thinking about purchasing this harness. Could you post the purchase link of it? And post which tripod, headball and smallrig are u using on the video? TY.
I purchased the Cotton carrier on eBay as a used purchase. So just look for yourself in the used or cheapest available options in eBay. as for the Tripod it is a Manfotto system. And truly it`s about budget and use case scenario. so simply check out your options and choose what you like and can afford. The details just really doesn`t matter as long as your happy .
@@MarkHummerNikonZ9 thanks
Where did you get the safety starps?
They come with the cotton carrier kit.
a good system however, the harness rides up when taking the camera out especially when taking it out really fast. One should make sure the hub is really on good or the camera will not lift out of the vest locking the camera in
Everything you have said is true and valid. However if they made the harness more rigid it would be all heavy and hot to wear like a steady cam vest. Not something enjoyable to wear all day, so it's a unfortunate trade of.
What size bag would be compatible with those straps on your right side?
A Lowepro Adventura SH 160 11 Would be the largest bag to attach. However the same bag as a SH 130 11 would be a better choice.
@@MarkHummerNikonZ9 Alright, thank you, I'll have to see if I'll have room for this because I'm taking the harness hiking with a 60L pack and the hip belt might be in the way of it
Hello again, I need to know where to buy the same safety straps that you use. I have bought a harness for 2 cameras but I don't like the straps they have. If you would be so kind as to answer my question, I would be very grateful. Thanks.
www.cottoncarrier.com/collections/accessories2/products/parts?variant=12576192495660 This link will show you how to buy the quick release tether (straps) you want.
@@MarkHummerNikonZ9 thanks a lot
@@MarkHummerNikonZ9 Shipping is too expensive to Europe. Is there any split ring similar on Amazon?
@@dalcu27 you will have shop around and see what you can find.
@@MarkHummerNikonZ9 ok