PGYTECH Beetle Camera Clip with Plate Quick Release System for Sony, Nikon, Fuji, DSLR Action Camera Backpack Cameras Strap Mount (for Camera)

I've used it once while hiking in the mountain, but it feels like solid construction. The metal feels like quality metal. I like how adjustable it is to fit different sizes of backpack straps. It's very easily installed and very easy to take on and off a camera. I used a video camera with a Rode mic attached to the hot shoe. The camera sits in the slot so that you have to lift it up to get it out. So if you don't lock the clip, then it won't fall out if you accidentally hit the release button. I do like that you can actually lock the release button as well, so that you don't accidentally push the release button, possibly releasing the camera and causing it to fall off. I was able to attach and release the camera quickly with no issues at all. The plate that comes with the clip even works for the tripod I was hoping it would. Overall, I would recommend this product. Hopefully it continues to function properly as I continue to use it.

I was skeptical about how much I really needed this device. I had purchased this to take with me to the beach, as I knew I wanted to be hands free at times, and my current camera strap is too in the way for my liking. I use one of those diagonal straps, which is fine a lot of times, but I still find myself holding on to my camera constantly with it.Functionality:I used this on the strap of my camera bag. It's one of those generic cheap amazon camera backpacks that there's 100 copies of, maybe you have one, maybe you don't, which is fine, because this also worked on my other 2 backpacks I had lying around. It worked great on the trails. I wasn't jumping around or anything, and I trusted it as far as I trusted the strap of my bag to stay on. I would use it on my belt, but anything attached to my belt drives me crazy, especially a bulky full frame camera. You micro 4/3's photographers might make out on that one, but I think I would still be annoyed even with my old olympus attached to my belt. That's just me though, maybe you don't mind that kind of thing. The clip closes securely to whatever strap I put it on, the baseplate doesn't come loose from the camera, and the camera fits securely onto the clip. No complaints here. Just be cautious that you don't close it too tightly like I did at first, because it can be a pain to get off again. By the way, use a lens hood when wearing this.Drawbacks:The clip worked great at the beach. I could put my camera away and use both of my hands at will. However, I hate walking around with a backpack as it makes me sweat like crazy in the summer, even after a few minutes. If you have a backpack that breathes nicely, and you're going to be wearing the backpack anyway, then this is for you. I, however, am constantly at odds about how much I will be annoyed with carrying a backpack around, just for the sake of being able to be fully hands free with my camera. That's the biggest compromise with this clip, personally, as I like going on short hikes with the most reduced possible configuration. I also found it to be a little awkward to clip and unclip my camera, but it was just that- a little awkward, and no big deal.Bottom line:If you want to free your hands occasionally, keep your camera secure and out of the way, spend less than the premium brand, and if you already intend to use a backpack- then absolutely, yes, this is for you.

Great clip, easy to use, ridiculously durable, a solid chunk of metal but not heavy. Very happy with it and completely comfortable with it holding my cameras on a backpack strap or on my belt.

This thing is awesome! It's very easy to take the camera on and off the clip while also being very secure when locked. I do give it a little wiggle after securing it in the clip just incase. Definitely don't put this thing to high up on the shoulder strap of your backpack because it will dig into you. What helped this stay put was because I have a chest and waist strap on my backpack so it's not waving everywhere. I have seen reviews saying that the little metal rod that keeps it held closed can break and I can definitely see that happening since it's very thin. So far I've only used it twice so I'll update if it breaks on me within a couple uses. Also the metal plate that screws onto the bottom of the camera can come loose if you don't properly secure it with the little tool, this didn't bother me too much since I just made sure it was hand tight before putting it back on. I was constantly taking it off to shoot anyway.

The design of this clip is well thought out. It has a way to expand for thicker backpack straps which was very helpful in my case. Its very simple and straight forward to install, and it has fantastic grip strength. It held my Canon R6 Mii with the RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z (The lens alone weighs 3Lbs).

As soon as you take this camera clip out of the packaging, it is very apparent, that the quality is excellent. It is easy to use and the back side (that would face your body) is rounded on all edges. I have mine on a PGYTech OneMo2 35L camera bag and I couldn't love it more. I will say that the way they designed that bag, it attaches in front of the big padded strap, thus never touching against your body. A very nice design touch, HOWEVER, (very small caveat) the strap that it does attach to allows it to move a little, even on tightest. Not worth removing a star at all, as I feel like that is kind of a circumstantial situation. I would HIGHLY highly highly recommend this camera quick release for your backpack (and the PGYTech OneMo 2 bag).I read all the reviews before buying, like you, so trust me, I know you need to hear this, GET THIS ONE.

This is a fantastic shoulder strap clip for your camera. It adjusts to all various thicknesses of shoulder straps. Rest assured about the weight distribution as long as you have some weight in your bag. It will not shred your shoulder strap nor will the camera drop despite the plate being in the unlocked position. The value, functionality and build quality (seems like anodized aluminum) is fantastic. Just pick this up to add to your quiver of photography gear.