C-Loop Hands on Review

The C-Loop is a camera strap mount from Custom SLR that screws into the underside of your camera and into your tripod socket. The mount itself rotates which helps to keep the attached camera strap from getting tangled up in itself or the camera body.

C-Loop's build is top notch. Part of the mount pivots up for a grip to tighten and loosen as needed and then swings back into position. When you look at the mount, the pivoting section forms the letter “C” in the Custom SLR logo when folded back into its original position.

Your camera strap will mount onto the two tabs located on the side of the C-Loop. Because there are two tabs there is a built in security against the mount failing and your camera falling.

The Split Strap by Custom SLR is by far the most comfortable strap I have ever worn. It has a unique cut away in the middle of the main body that distributes the weight you are carrying fantastically. It is also has a very effective silicone print that keeps it in place. The body connects to its straps via a snap in swivel for even greater flexibility.

Out and about with this strap is nothing but convenient and comfortable. Since the C-Loop is mounted to the underside of your camera, it rests in an inverted horizontal position that is parallel to your body. From this position it is very easy to just reach down and pull the camera up to grab your shot.

There is only one problem that I have with the C-Loop carrying system and that is if you ever want to put your camera onto a tripod you have to remove the strap mount first. This is not an uncommon problem with this type of sling. It looks like Custom SLR has come up with a solution to this problem in the as of yet unreleased M-Plate. The plate is going to retail for about $75 when it hits the market and by using it you will be able to mount a quick release tripod plate to the unit along with the C-Loop. I am looking forward to the M-Plate release.

Over all the C-Loop does a great job carrying your camera. It is easy to access and very comfortable to wear for long periods of time with the Split Strap. I would recommend this product if you are primarily shooting out and about with out a tripod. If you are shooting equally with a tripod and without you may find it a bit cumbersome to remove and remount the C-Loop often, so you might want to wait until the M-Plate is released and get them both.

C-Loop Hands on Review

The C-Loop is a camera strap mount from Custom SLR that screws into the underside of your camera and into your tripod socket. The mount itself rotates which helps to keep the attached camera strap from getting tangled up in itself or the camera body.

C-Loop's build is top notch. Part of the mount pivots up for a grip to tighten and loosen as needed and then swings back into position. When you look at the mount, the pivoting section forms the letter “C” in the Custom SLR logo when folded back into its original position.

Your camera strap will mount onto the two tabs located on the side of the C-Loop. Because there are two tabs there is a built in security against the mount failing and your camera falling.

The Split Strap by Custom SLR is by far the most comfortable strap I have ever worn. It has a unique cut away in the middle of the main body that distributes the weight you are carrying fantastically. It is also has a very effective silicone print that keeps it in place. The body connects to its straps via a snap in swivel for even greater flexibility.

Out and about with this strap is nothing but convenient and comfortable. Since the C-Loop is mounted to the underside of your camera, it rests in an inverted horizontal position that is parallel to your body. From this position it is very easy to just reach down and pull the camera up to grab your shot.

There is only one problem that I have with the C-Loop carrying system and that is if you ever want to put your camera onto a tripod you have to remove the strap mount first. This is not an uncommon problem with this type of sling. It looks like Custom SLR has come up with a solution to this problem in the as of yet unreleased M-Plate. The plate is going to retail for about $75 when it hits the market and by using it you will be able to mount a quick release tripod plate to the unit along with the C-Loop. I am looking forward to the M-Plate release.

Over all the C-Loop does a great job carrying your camera. It is easy to access and very comfortable to wear for long periods of time with the Split Strap. I would recommend this product if you are primarily shooting out and about with out a tripod. If you are shooting equally with a tripod and without you may find it a bit cumbersome to remove and remount the C-Loop often, so you might want to wait until the M-Plate is released and get them both.

M-Plate: A Multi-Function Camera Tripod Plate System

I saw this originally on a tweet from @diyphotography.

I am so excited for this product to come out it is ridiculous!

The following is taken from their Kickstarter page. I highly encourge you to head on over there and check it out.


About this project
What is the M-Plate™?

The M-Plate is a camera tripod plate system with universal mounting compatibility, integrated Manfrotto RC2 / Arca-Swiss connections, and modular attachment points.

Features of the M-Plate:

World's first tripod plate to integrate both Manfrotto RC2 and Arca-Swiss mounts. Also compatible with other tripod plate systems.

Quick-attach to any tripod while using your favorite camera strap systems such as our own C-Loop. Also compatible with BlackRapid, SunSniper, Spider Holster and others.

Hand Grip Friendly. Adds hand grip function to cameras that lack the mounting point.

The built-in M-Link port will connect with future photo and video attachments, including flash brackets and video rigs that are currently in development.

How does it attach to the camera?

The M-Plate securely fastens to the base of the camera using a threaded hex head bolt, while a protective neoprene base layer prevents the M-Plate from moving once in position. A hex key will be included to attach your M-Plate.

When will I receive my M-Plate?

The Kickstarter project ends on our chief designer's birthday: December 8th, 2011. At that time we will gather shipping information from backers and process pre-orders as quickly as possible.

Why the funding?

The $15,000.00 funding goal is to help offset the time spent on research and development. The funding will also help produce the initial batch of M-Plates which will be made here in the USA.

Who designed the M-Plate?

The brainchild behind the design of the M-Plate is our chief industrial designer, Ben Wong, who has also designed the revolutionary C-Loop Strap Mount and ergonomic Split Strap Technology.

Patent Pending?

Patents have been filed.

Where do I learn more about Custom SLR?

You can learn more about Custom SLR and our other products at our main website, http://www.customslr.com.

Ask a question

Have a question? If the info above doesn't help, you can ask the project creator directly.

M-Plate: A Multi-Function Camera Tripod Plate System

I saw this originally on a tweet from @diyphotography.

I am so excited for this product to come out it is ridiculous!

The following is taken from their Kickstarter page. I highly encourge you to head on over there and check it out.


About this project
What is the M-Plate™?

The M-Plate is a camera tripod plate system with universal mounting compatibility, integrated Manfrotto RC2 / Arca-Swiss connections, and modular attachment points.

Features of the M-Plate:

World's first tripod plate to integrate both Manfrotto RC2 and Arca-Swiss mounts. Also compatible with other tripod plate systems.

Quick-attach to any tripod while using your favorite camera strap systems such as our own C-Loop. Also compatible with BlackRapid, SunSniper, Spider Holster and others.

Hand Grip Friendly. Adds hand grip function to cameras that lack the mounting point.

The built-in M-Link port will connect with future photo and video attachments, including flash brackets and video rigs that are currently in development.

How does it attach to the camera?

The M-Plate securely fastens to the base of the camera using a threaded hex head bolt, while a protective neoprene base layer prevents the M-Plate from moving once in position. A hex key will be included to attach your M-Plate.

When will I receive my M-Plate?

The Kickstarter project ends on our chief designer's birthday: December 8th, 2011. At that time we will gather shipping information from backers and process pre-orders as quickly as possible.

Why the funding?

The $15,000.00 funding goal is to help offset the time spent on research and development. The funding will also help produce the initial batch of M-Plates which will be made here in the USA.

Who designed the M-Plate?

The brainchild behind the design of the M-Plate is our chief industrial designer, Ben Wong, who has also designed the revolutionary C-Loop Strap Mount and ergonomic Split Strap Technology.

Patent Pending?

Patents have been filed.

Where do I learn more about Custom SLR?

You can learn more about Custom SLR and our other products at our main website, http://www.customslr.com.

Ask a question

Have a question? If the info above doesn't help, you can ask the project creator directly.