Cheap vs Expensive Camera Clips.

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    I've used the Peak Design Capture camera clip for 2 years and I love it. But this week I thought I'd check out a cheaper version and see how it compares to the industry leader. Camera clips have completely changed my photography for the better. I always have my camera to hand now, and miss less shots because of it. So, if there's a cheap clip that does the job, I want to know...
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Komentáře • 475

  • @JamesPopsysPhoto
    @JamesPopsysPhoto  Před 4 lety +44

    Thanks so much for your support with the book. This is the last week of pre-orders and then they'll be on their way to you :)
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    • @willprice7475
      @willprice7475 Před 4 lety

      Which will get to me first? Yours or Matt Day's zine🤔 be a good week anyway!

    • @JamesPopsysPhoto
      @JamesPopsysPhoto  Před 4 lety +1

      Haha - Ooooh a race! It's amazing what we're finding exciting at the moment isn't it! :)

    • @CheeseOnEverything
      @CheeseOnEverything Před 4 lety

      hah, u actually did a video on my camera clip idea

    • @hawaiianhaole
      @hawaiianhaole Před 4 lety

      Can't wait! First book (after through reading) is on my living room bookshelf (the best bookshelf in the house)

    • @svyat_kap
      @svyat_kap Před 4 lety

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  • @stew_redman
    @stew_redman Před 4 lety +299

    This "Cheap vs Expensive" needs to be a regular thing. Entertaining and informative. :)

  • @ZBlade952
    @ZBlade952 Před 4 lety +49

    the next "cheap vs expensive" should be tripods

  • @alexjames421
    @alexjames421 Před 4 lety +46

    Utebit is quite satisfying to say though.

    • @garethjones5068
      @garethjones5068 Před 4 lety +4

      Yeah, mostly because it sounds like something a crap Scottish version of the Chuckle Brothers might say as part of an annoying catchphrase

  • @user-hr4py7nh2u
    @user-hr4py7nh2u Před 4 lety +150

    The peak design clip is one of the best camera accessories I’ve ever bought.
    Also saved numerous arguments with the other half with me saying “hang on, let me just get my camera out my bag”

    • @danielhenzphotography
      @danielhenzphotography Před 4 lety +6

      Jep indeed. For running and gunning it's really awesome.

    • @paynescaping8957
      @paynescaping8957 Před 4 lety +1

      ditto

    • @JamesPopsysPhoto
      @JamesPopsysPhoto  Před 4 lety +5

      Good point! haha!

    • @messiah690
      @messiah690 Před 2 lety +1

      I've just asked for a peak design clip for my birthday 😂 my son went abit white when he saw the price but never the less, I'm sure it's well. Worth it 👍

    • @toshadavinci5379
      @toshadavinci5379 Před 2 lety

      PGY Tech do the beetle and a POV clip which is much much better (quality and functionality) . If you are carry a heavier camera a sternum pouch is better as in it spreads the load ,is more balanced and offers better camera protection.

  • @JetCityNinja
    @JetCityNinja Před 4 lety +45

    The tightening screw is more for securely mounting an action camera so it doesn't jiggle about when mounted.
    The wider frame accommodates wider pack straps, something the older versions of the Peak Design once did. Once Peak started making their own packs, they trimmed down the width to fit their packs specifically.
    Bonus: the design of the Utebit is based on the original design of the Peak Design capture clip version 1. The Peak used to have a tightening screw. When version 3 came out without it, they had to release a revised GoPro adapter kit to the plate could be tightened down.

  • @hawaiianhaole
    @hawaiianhaole Před 4 lety +10

    I own several PD products, including the clip' and I am always 100% happy with my purchase. The engineering and design plus it being a small company with creative individuals makes me feel like my purchase supports good people and products at the same time.

  • @_theShank
    @_theShank Před 4 lety +36

    I that exact camera clip (the Utebit) i brought it about six months ago, have never had any issues with it slipping or been worried about the secureness of my camera.
    In regards to the size and it digging in, Ive personally never had that issue (but then I don't tend to go scaling up mountains or anything that extreme so perhaps that could be why)
    Love your videos James, watching your videos inspired me to get back into photography again

    • @JamesPopsysPhoto
      @JamesPopsysPhoto  Před 4 lety +3

      Awesome! So nice to hear, thanks :)

    • @bennig3237
      @bennig3237 Před 3 lety +1

      I use the cheap clip which goes by another name here in Asia (but is the exact same) for mountain climbing. At first I was worried that I'd cheap out on the wrong end. However, I never had any trouble BUT as Mr. Popsys said the size might be uncomfortable in _some_ cases. TLDR: Get the cheap one if you don't drive a Lexus - it will do it's job!

    • @delanyinspiron6400
      @delanyinspiron6400 Před 3 lety +1

      Does yours also have some problem after some use such that is can be quite hard to get it in/out of the clip? I had the Utebit for a few years now and for the last year it has become a struggle to insert the clip unfortunately

    • @_theShank
      @_theShank Před 3 lety

      @@delanyinspiron6400 I've only had it for about a year now so I couldn't say, could always try oiling it to see if that helps?

    • @bennig3237
      @bennig3237 Před 3 lety

      @@delanyinspiron6400 it is certainly not getting any smoother for sure. It may seem really obvious but the first time i encountered this i realized that the security bolt kept blocking an easy sliding. The bolt seems to loosen while hiking and blocking the shoe from sliding in/out doing so.
      Besides that yes it certainly isn't as smooth as the focus-ring on a Takumar but I think it's nothing that some fine tuning (sandpaper, oil?) couldn't solve. However, still very very usable here for my 1-2 10km hikes/climbing each month for 9 months now.

  • @waynebelfast
    @waynebelfast Před 4 lety +20

    I’m really enjoying the cheap vs expensive videos. More of these please.
    You’ve convinced me to buy one of these... when I can go hiking again.

  • @winstonpx
    @winstonpx Před 4 lety +18

    “It makes me feel like James Bond as opposed to James popsys” nooooo man you just made me feel bad

  • @billywindsock9597
    @billywindsock9597 Před 4 lety +88

    James: I went on Amazon again . . . .
    Me: Hang on, I'll get some popcorn . . . .

    • @danielhenzphotography
      @danielhenzphotography Před 4 lety +4

      That's like Jeremy Clarkson:
      "I went on the internet and I found this!"

    • @codexan
      @codexan Před 4 lety +2

      When James goes to amazon I go too

    • @CheeseOnEverything
      @CheeseOnEverything Před 4 lety +1

      James should change his channel to Top Camera 😂

    • @brandishwar
      @brandishwar Před 4 lety

      I half expected the opening to be his wife saying "What did you buy this time?"

  • @tonykennedy2344
    @tonykennedy2344 Před 4 lety +6

    Take a drink every time James says Utebit!!

  • @Mayanstudios
    @Mayanstudios Před 4 lety +20

    Interestingly enough, you're holding the new Peak Design clip. Their first version had the same tension screw to help stop the wobble and they removed it in later versions.

    • @nathandavis5099
      @nathandavis5099 Před 4 lety

      I thought the same. My PD clip has a tensioning thumb screw and a big red release button.

    • @jnandreae
      @jnandreae Před 4 lety

      The first version has also the howls and the tripod screw in the backplate. Both are gone with the seconed version. The last version is smaler and has the rubber.

  • @randallpeck6056
    @randallpeck6056 Před 4 lety +2

    Just bought the Peak Design clip to go along with the new PD travel tripod. I love how I can quickly go from one to the other. Really like the clip.

  • @as616
    @as616 Před 4 lety +7

    1. I've had a PD Clip for a couple of years and love it. 2. You can replace the PD camera screw with one like the Utebit screw. 3. I learned that the PD Clip has a lock on it about 2 minutes ago. :) Thanks and stay safe.

  • @richardbrown8578
    @richardbrown8578 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you James, i have been toying with the idea of getting a clip and have now ordered one.

  • @mvz
    @mvz Před 4 lety +3

    Having the camera outside your bag a majority of the time gives you way more space and carry options. I love mine.

  • @jonl.1603
    @jonl.1603 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks for sharing! Couple of comments, having used both cheap and v3 capture clip:
    The old capture clip version had a tightening screw as well. Utterly useless. It made holstering the camera way harder. Getting rid of it was the right move going from v2 to v3. Similarly, the capture clip is far easier to holster without looking and is smoother to holster/unholster vs the cheap one.
    The capture clip has smoother contours and the smaller profile are better regardless of your size because it wont dig into your body like the cheap one will.
    You can’t tighten the mounting plate nearly as tight using the D-ring vs an allen key. My plate always came loose after a short while using a d-ring. I personally never had a need to remove the peak design plate. Just lock it down with an allen key and never think about it again! Also it’s much lower profile than the cheap one, so it is less obtrusive day to day.
    The peak design one can also take the camera strap anchors without getting in the way of holstering the camera. Cheap one has loops to add anchors but they interfere with holstering.
    All said and done, I emphatically say that the peak design one is well-worth the cost difference!

  • @mathewpines732
    @mathewpines732 Před 4 lety

    It is about time you posted a review before I purchase an item. Typically, I see your fantastic stuff after a purchase and wish I had only known earlier (that said, I love my tripod). Your vlogs have allowed me to really enjoy my photography. So a big thank you for your great work.

  • @winstonpx
    @winstonpx Před 4 lety +10

    Pretty sure the utebit clip was engineered to be like the peak design capture v2. The v2 also has no lock, a bigger frame, a tightening screw, no rubber on the back attachment plate, and even has the same red quick release button!

    • @jckfon
      @jckfon Před 4 lety

      I was just thinking that! Good eye.

  • @Woodenarrows
    @Woodenarrows Před 4 lety +7

    I've been using the Peak Design Capture Clips since 2017 and also their Shoulder straps (I carry cross shoulder, lens down) with the Anchor Link connection system. I have 2 of the Capture Clips. One I keep on my backpack shoulder strap and the other I keep on a Peak Design PROpad which I use as a belt holster for non hiking belt carry. Peak Design has a really nice system with their capture and strap systems.

  • @chryseass.5143
    @chryseass.5143 Před 4 lety

    I concur James! I bought my PD Capture clip to use for coastal walks .

  • @dangerpowers123
    @dangerpowers123 Před 4 lety

    Really fun and informative! Look forward to more comparison videos on cheap Vs expensive

  • @legend240891
    @legend240891 Před 4 lety +1

    good sport James. We need more of this series. Cheap vs Expensive.

  • @garystephenson5278
    @garystephenson5278 Před 4 lety +2

    Great channel, James.
    I'm a recent subscriber having located your channel during lockdown.
    Really enjoying all the content and am slowly catching up with your back catalogue of videos.
    Enjoy the style of delivery too :)

  • @RichardSeal
    @RichardSeal Před 4 lety

    I bought the Peak Design clip and a cheap one of amazon too, after getting them both, I ended up sending the cheap one back, the PD clip is just so well made and easy to use. I even had my 6D with a 70-200 f2.8 IS clipped into it and wasn't worried at all about it falling, its a total game changer for walking around and taking shots. Makes for a good talking point too :) Awesome vid as always James! Thanks for keeping them coming!

  • @aspenarbour
    @aspenarbour Před 3 lety

    I bought a peak design clip after one of your first videos mentioning it in passing... Hands down it was the best photography purchase I have ever made. As a fellow clumsy guy, having the option to have my hands available used to mean keeping the camera in my bag and missing shots. I would even say that the majority of my favourite portfolio work was only captured because I had the camera available right then with the clip.... To me, when a product makes that big of a difference to me enjoying the process, I am absolutely more than happy to pay the extra to support a company that makes the best engineered version, and has team that I want to support! Overall a great recommendation James, and as with much of your advice, it has had an immense possible impact on my work, so big thanks!!

  • @davidbailey4976
    @davidbailey4976 Před 4 lety

    Well done James. Great video, as usual. I have had the PD Capture for two years now and I love it. Twisting a back pack around to extract my camera from it is now a thing of the past and so grabbing a photo is much more spontaneous. It's not cheap but, as you say, it has changed how I take photos. Peak Design's camera straps are well designed, too. I can get my strap off my Sony in about three seconds. Amazed at their gear.

  • @suesheane3671
    @suesheane3671 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for your review! Gave me a clearer idea which product to choose :)

  • @amybradley5821
    @amybradley5821 Před 4 lety

    Love, love my Peak Design clip. Used it like crazy when in Iceland last year.

  • @davebryer6133
    @davebryer6133 Před 4 lety

    I have used the Peak Design clip for 4 years and when the trip is backpacking and not specifically photography, I always use it. My camera has never fallen off is always available for quick access, I too love this clip.

  • @lukemarleau5701
    @lukemarleau5701 Před 3 lety

    Entertaining as always! You give the relatable impression that you're figuring it out as you go. I love the PD clip...actually your video shooting JPEGs made me investigate the product, although I don't think you mentioned it as part of the video. I also have the PD wrist strap which compliments the capture clip nicely

  • @kennyobrien
    @kennyobrien Před 4 lety

    Very helpful. Thank you.

  • @authenticarkansas
    @authenticarkansas Před 3 lety

    CZcams served me this video after Peak Design's and I'm super glad I stuck around. This was brilliant!

  • @bigdhav
    @bigdhav Před 4 lety

    I bloody love mine. The patina is awesome too. And the combo plate for manfrotto is great.

  • @LASTLIFEENTERTAINMENT
    @LASTLIFEENTERTAINMENT Před 4 lety

    I've just stumbled across you're channel and have been very entertained and informed so far. Thank you.

  • @dr0p3x
    @dr0p3x Před 4 lety +10

    I also really love the PD clip, but one of the best things about it is that it uses an Arca Swiss plate. That may not be that useful to you because you don't use a tripod very often, but I use a tripod quite regularly and I can always leave the plate on. That is a huge time saver. About two years ago I bought something similar to the Utebit for about 10€ and, apart from it not being very smooth, I ended up not using it because the plate didn't fit on my tripod.

    • @danielhenzphotography
      @danielhenzphotography Před 4 lety +1

      Jep that is right. I don't often use a Tripod, but if i do, I use an arca swiss one as well. Or even on my gorilla pod.

    • @JamesPopsysPhoto
      @JamesPopsysPhoto  Před 4 lety +1

      Definitely :)

  • @kapurar
    @kapurar Před 4 lety

    Another great video! thank you.

  • @kwchalky02
    @kwchalky02 Před 4 lety +3

    Amazing timing, I was out on my bike today, as I often am, and I was just thinking how I needed something like this as I stop every 5 minutes to get my camera out my rucksack.

  • @joshuariggphotography8531

    Keep it up you are know my favourite CZcamsr hope you keep me entertained during lockdown could you do a camera gear and office tour again thanks

  • @iPhone-Cinematograhy
    @iPhone-Cinematograhy Před 4 měsíci

    Very helpful, thank you.

  • @MrDziuka
    @MrDziuka Před 4 lety

    Thanks, great idea!

  • @AndreasVesaliusTF2
    @AndreasVesaliusTF2 Před 4 lety

    you are seriously my fav photographer

  • @tjsinva
    @tjsinva Před 4 lety

    Entertaining and informative, as usual. Rock on!

  • @rawchrisbrown
    @rawchrisbrown Před 4 lety +1

    This is one of the best accessories I have bought along with the 3 legged thing L-Bracket that has the Peak Design plate attached. I tried a cheaper larger one and it fell off my bag (combination of thick straps and shorter screws) luckily I caught the camera. Phew. You can easily tell the quality difference between them.

  • @ThomasBui02721
    @ThomasBui02721 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey James, I know I'm about a year late to this video but the play in the PD clip was intentional so that the camera can slide out "easier". They said it in one of their product videos on their channel. Thanks for producing these videos!

  • @marcom.
    @marcom. Před 4 lety

    I use the Peak Design Capture Clip for nearly 4 years now. Was expensive, but I never regretted it. My most important gear when I'm hiking or walking through cities and landscapes, handsfree and always ready for the next shot.

  • @Eti1968
    @Eti1968 Před 4 lety

    Good review and yes, the PD is great, I even noticed that others ask me about it when I use it and probably I convinced a lot of people to buy one. And here again, James, the ergonomics are important. My neck is hearting when using a strap for.

  • @lylestavast7652
    @lylestavast7652 Před 4 lety

    awwwww lambs... always a good time of year.

  • @meumann
    @meumann Před 4 lety +8

    If the size bothers you, just set it diagonally to match the width of the backpack strap. It's worth noting that the button (red one in this case) is what you have to press for quick release. For a third of the cost, this is a no-brainer. Any other issue, just find some DIY way to solve it. I put a drop of multi use oil on mine to not have the cheap metal plate scraping as much when putting it back.
    Now... let's talk about a strap placed on the belt. Can someone just make one that is cushoned on the inside so you don't end up with a red mark on your hip after a day walking around an event photographing?

  • @gregcooper2719
    @gregcooper2719 Před 4 lety

    Wife saw your opening comment and said “see, I’m not the only one spending loads of money on Amazon during lockdown...” I bought one of those clips on the original Kickstarter, pretty sure I didn’t pay much for it. It sat in a drawer for a long time until I found it, now it’s permanently on my backpack, I love it. Just gutted I can’t afford much else Peak Design make. Although in tidying my desk during lockdown I found a peak design plate to attach my GoPro to the clip that I bought about 2 years ago and have never used!

  • @zmbrsys
    @zmbrsys Před 4 lety +2

    The previous PD camera clip had a locking knob to keep the plate from rattling around. I do miss that in the v3, but the PD v2 was a bigger unit.

  • @axelkialt
    @axelkialt Před 3 lety +3

    FYI: I just got my Peak Design clip this week. After I got it I watched a video made by Peak Design about the clip and they say that the movement between the plate and clip is actually intentional. The reason being that it allows for easier/quicker attachment and removing of the camera from the clip.

  • @WillPhipps
    @WillPhipps Před 4 lety

    I bought the capture clip a few months ago and I love it. It's so useful even can handle my big camera, I rarely use my strap these days (which is annoying because it wasnt cheap, also a peak design product)

  • @williamreymond2669
    @williamreymond2669 Před 4 lety

    Haven't tried either system yet, but maybe. What I use that serves just about the same function is the Op/Tech Reporter System backkpack straps which are a set of short adjustable straps that connect to the shoulder straps of my back pack and the mounting lugs on the frame of my camera with Fastex-type buckles in between so you can either completely disconnect your camera or disconnect one side and let the camera tuck down by your elbow; which is the way I spend most of my time - *with my monopod attached to the camera the whole time.*
    I have adjusted the straps such that the camera hangs down around my sternum, so it doesn't bounce around too much when I'm walking, but can raise the camera to eye level to take a picture in landscape orientation. For portrait orientation I have to disconnect the right strap. The camera stays connected to my body the whole time by at least one strap.
    For extra security I added a home made safety lanyard made out of para-cord and a couple of clips on the left side of the camera just long enough that I can do most everything with the camera completely unclipped - *except drop it accidentally.* That adjustable lanyard connects to my shoulder strap with an S-biner so I can disconnect the whole thing and clip the camera to an Op/Tech shoulder strap or harness when I'm not wearing the backpack or its time to put the camera away. The only real inconvenience, and it hardly an inconvenience, is that the safety lanyard stays attached semi-permanently and dangles when not clipped in, but I could easily alter the rig so it stays fixed to the shoulder not the camera - I just find that way over all more convenient.
    The whole arrangement is a bit 'belt and suspenders' - but you only get to drop your camera once.

  • @JakobTermansen
    @JakobTermansen Před 4 lety

    I absolutely LOVE my Peak Design clip ... so much that I bought another, so i have one on each of my camera bags (backpack and a sidebag) ... absolutely recommended 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Nice video James!

  • @SgtMars
    @SgtMars Před 3 lety

    I got the peak design V3 and I absolutely LOVE IT! Build quality is phenomenal! I just recommend a backpack with longer straps so the camera won't bump into your chin.

  • @dxc3190
    @dxc3190 Před 2 lety

    Top video, so glad I found this channel. Funny story I ordered the UTABIT before watching this video and the seller cancelled the order because of some issue he had. I reluctantly decided to cough up a little bit more for the peak design. It is arriving tomorrow. After watching this video, I'm so happy that this happened.

  • @Elaba83
    @Elaba83 Před 4 lety

    I also been using the PD capture clip for quite some time now, already bought a few more for all my camera bags (too much work to swap them over each time i change bags) and sometimes forgot it aswell. Its like having someone giving you an extra hand when you need your own hands, free . I use the lock every now and then, mostly as a safety feature against pickpockets or when climbing on rough terrain etc.

  • @prakashgajjar7940
    @prakashgajjar7940 Před 3 lety

    Excellent

  • @xanderj23
    @xanderj23 Před 4 lety

    I've used a generic Amazon one for a couple of years now, it looks almost identical to the cheap Amazon one is this video.
    I find that the combination of mounting it on a slight angle and the sternum strap on my backpack pulling the shoulder straps in a bit help reduce impact on the range of movement.
    I also occasionally find myself using the screw to lock it down a bit more if I'm climbing up something or have to run a bit for example.
    One bonus feature I like is the ability to take it straight off the shoulder and clip it straight into my tripod as the mount is compatible enough.

  • @I_Am_Bone
    @I_Am_Bone Před 4 lety

    Another useful comparison. I have the Utebit one, and although it is a little larger, and digs into shoulder just a little bit, I can live with it on the budget price. That little flash of red sure is pretty though!

  • @MikePageKaltenberg
    @MikePageKaltenberg Před 4 lety

    Big PD fan, but this answers a question I did have. Thanks

  • @alexanderalbani3799
    @alexanderalbani3799 Před 4 lety

    I basically bought my Peak Design clip because of James using it and it's a game-changer.
    It's cool that there's something more affordable available now but I'm going to let someone else test it out long term before I would consider trusting my camera with it, lol.

  • @l1lagarto
    @l1lagarto Před 4 lety

    The tightening screw is used to put a camera clip in your tripod and hace it stable without having to unscrew the clip itself from your camera. Basically go from your shoulder to your tripod without any hastle

  • @tommimakinen1128
    @tommimakinen1128 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for an yet another entertaining video!
    After watching so many photographers on youtube that use the Peak Design clip, I thought I might wanna try one out. But, being a poor student I just tried to go on without such an expensive piece of metal.
    After I spend time on the mountains of Scotland, and all the hassle that carrying my dslr gave to me when scrambling on the paths, I decided to check amazon as well (or eBay, can't remember which). I ended up ordering a cheapskate version from "Andoer" for a few bucks. And even thought that piece of metal and screws is not as refined as the Peak Design one, it has been integral part of my equipment for almost two years now. Made a huge difference to my photography trips, as I do not need to constantly be catious of where my camera is hanging, and still do have it on hand!
    And I would think that Andoer is a lot smaller and lighter than Utebit, as I am not that wide of frame myself.

  • @haythamfpv2797
    @haythamfpv2797 Před 4 lety +5

    I 3D printed mine, you could make a video like "cheap vs expensive vs oh god please don't break"

  • @ogonzilla
    @ogonzilla Před 4 lety +2

    "Talk amongst yourselves." I got that reference. ;)

  • @mrmsiminski
    @mrmsiminski Před 4 lety

    I’m using one from PD and I like it. Is very useful when you are cruising with camera around city and need a free hands for something.

  • @jean-davidgodin7560
    @jean-davidgodin7560 Před 4 lety

    The screw to thight the plate is a relic of the original peak desing clip. It was ment to thight the plate when you use your capture clip on a tripod.

  • @mitchbergner2795
    @mitchbergner2795 Před 4 lety

    I have the PD clip but I bought a belt flap thing with it - it allows me to clip the camera to my pants belt instead of my pack, which is on/off frequently. The belt clip flap is handy if you are just walking about with out your full pack. You just have to situate it on your belt so the lens does not interfere with your thigh movement. I hang mine on the side of my belt, over my pants pocket area. Very secure and out of the way.

  • @TerraPosse
    @TerraPosse Před 4 lety

    I was a Kickstarter supporter for that PD clip and the first version was bigger and dug into my shoulder and chest as well. Upgraded to the re-designed version when it came out and it is indeed the best accessory since the invention of the bread slicing machine.
    I don't mind the Alan key thing as I haven't taken the plate off in years. I do keep an Alan key somewhere in my bag though...I think...

  • @workerant7874
    @workerant7874 Před 8 měsíci

    Love my PD cc

  • @favabien
    @favabien Před 4 lety

    The one I keep using since many years is the SpiderLight Holster. I recommend you to check this one out as well, it's quite good!

  • @e.c.8668
    @e.c.8668 Před 3 lety

    Funny thing...I almost bought that same clip off amazon. The price is alluring, but in the end I saved some quid by getting a used PD system. It sure saved me a lot of fiddling when walking around the forest when on vacation with the family and the dog. I could handle the leash and quickly get camera released for impromptu shots.

  • @Superfly816
    @Superfly816 Před 3 lety

    The play in the peak design is there for the ease of user experience. Any tighter tolerance and you’d have to pull it DIRECTLY out or deal with a jam. They designed the perfect clearance, and thats why you dont hear it when you wear it or have that plate on a camera. Get a small rig cage with an allen holder.

  • @TeaJayPhotography
    @TeaJayPhotography Před 4 lety +2

    The utebit looks like the V2 of the Peak Design capture clip I have been using for a couple of years now. Was way bigger than the V3.

  • @paulcomptonpdphotography

    You are my james bond mate dont worry. I have two PEAK design capture plates love them had them years and years

  • @GrantSR
    @GrantSR Před 4 lety

    I don't think I've ever spent so much time going down rabbit holes because of one CZcams video. I learned a lot about quick-release mounting plates and tripod head compatibility.
    FYI, for other viewers, this mounting plate fits directly into any Arca style quick-release. AND, it is possible to retrofit an Arca style quick-release onto many tripod heads that don't come with quick-release, or that come with a different style of quick-release.

  • @MrBurnlan
    @MrBurnlan Před 4 lety

    Ah camera clips, I have a fomito one and absolutely love it ! I go hiking a lot, and after 2 years it's still (almost) mint.

  • @mikebray48
    @mikebray48 Před 4 lety

    I love the Peak Design capture clip, like you, I have had mine and been using it for a couple years now and it really makes it so much easier to get at my camera when on the go with it. I have used the lock when in a large city like Toronto and setting my bag down for a minute to take a break from shooting. It is so secure on my bag, and I now have to change it over to my new backpack, the Nomatic Peter McKinnon Travel and Camera Backpack from my Lowepro Protactic 450. I also have the action camera version for my DJI Osmo Action which is great for getting footage with it on the go for B Roll. My plates lives on my Z6 and Z7 for when I want to interchange the cameras. I recently ordered the Peak Design Travel Tripod so this is a huge time saver as I can go straight from my camera clip and mount right on the tripod.

  • @Matt-cb6bf
    @Matt-cb6bf Před 4 lety

    The early versions of the Peak Design clip (like mine) have the screw and no rubber in the back plate. If you look at the back plate of the cheaper version (and the older PD version) there is a place to put the clip on a tripod. The screw is used to tighten the Arca Swiss plate to the clip to prevent movement while on the tripod.

  • @willsfrantz
    @willsfrantz Před 3 lety

    For serious hiking, I use the Cotton Career CCS (g3 I think). Very similar idea - a bit more involved. but very sturdy, and I like that it puts the weight in my center of gravity, and handles large lens a bit better than the Peak Design clip (which I also love)

  • @TheBrandonLeeCook
    @TheBrandonLeeCook Před 2 lety

    great video lol very entertaining loll gonna buy one!

  • @brandishwar
    @brandishwar Před 4 lety

    Always good to see market competition creating more products for a particular market segment. There are probably also inexpensive ones that are down around the same size/weight of your. I'd thought about buying one of those as well - I do have a cross-body strap - but don't really see a use case yet for what I _currently_ do. I just don't see it improving my setup at the moment.
    The spring on the lesser-expensive one would be my concern and how quickly it'll wear out. Now being less expensive, replacing it if the spring wears down quickly is more an inconvenience on time than cost. But I'd expect the more-expensive one to have a far better spring in the retention mechanism.

  • @miro_scheib
    @miro_scheib Před 4 lety

    The clip is soooo useful. When I'm on a hike I can always grab my camera and be ready in seconds. If you have a good backpack and make all straps close then it doesn't swing. Only bad thing is that the weight is left centered the whole day when i carry it the whole day.

  • @peterkennington1043
    @peterkennington1043 Před 2 lety

    I know this comment is a bit late James but just watched this as I have an Utebit clip. I have been using it now for several months and never had an issue with it except fitting it to my shoulder strap, bit of a tight fit if it's chunky. I never use the tightening screw as the engineering ensures it doesn't rattle. The Arca Swiss mount means I can also mount it on my tripods with interchanging the tripod clips.

  • @amg247
    @amg247 Před 4 lety

    I been using the Peak design to carry my camera for a while, being on crutches its been brilliant and massively helpful carrying my camera gear. like the small size although it's a little bit trickier to get your camera in then the previous version was 👍

  • @wakeupbomb
    @wakeupbomb Před 4 lety +4

    I couldn't justify the price of the PD clip so bought a very similar cheap one for less than a tenner. And I agree, totally changed how I take photos. My camera feels safer and more accessible. I generally hate camera straps so would often carry by hand, which whilst hiking is a risky one.
    My only issue is with my decision not to get the PD based on price. I've spent close to £2k on the camera and lenses I'm carrying (a lot for some people, a tiny amount for others). Felt a bit stupid being concerned about spending an extra £50. But, the cheap clip has worked very well. I also remember the newer PD version possibly being too small to fit on my bag strap so that would have been a non-starter.

    • @pspr33
      @pspr33 Před 5 měsíci

      Interesting take and very late to reply but do you happen to remember what make/model it was you bought? I'm looking for a clip top but don't want to shell out almost £70 for a small bit of metal.

  • @jandeleeuw9568
    @jandeleeuw9568 Před 3 lety

    I have the peak design one since last Sunday, did not know it locked... XD But it is a wonderfull product. Love it already. On the photography fair it was 20% off ^^.
    Thanks for showing the clip, I learned something.

  • @1spitfirepilot
    @1spitfirepilot Před 4 lety

    Surprisingly useful video. :)

  • @ATTACKofthe6STRINGS
    @ATTACKofthe6STRINGS Před 4 lety

    I bought the peak design for megacon last year, as I already had a peak design wrist strap, but I needed a secure place to put my camera if I needed to carry something, eat, etc. I already had a decent camera strap, but I don’t like camera straps because they just let the camera swing around freely anyways. I settled on the Peak Design as my solution because it is fast, easy to use, and small. When I’m out shooting, my camera is never insecure. I clip the camera to my wrist strap before I take it out of the clip, then I clip it to my belt before I unclip it from the strap. This combination has saved me from a drop a handful of times already, while keeping my camera almost immediately accessible. The utebit is just way too big for something the I feel should be unobtrusive and quick to use. For now, the price to performance of the Peak Design can’t be beat, to me.

  • @DominikKristen
    @DominikKristen Před 3 lety

    very good!

  • @WastedWastelander
    @WastedWastelander Před 4 lety

    I got the same camera clip. The peakdesign clip. It’s just awesome. I often wear it on my belt. If something around me happens I’m ready to shoot in about 2 seconds. I miss way less shots since I got this. I would recommend this to a friend.

  • @pabloechaniz8623
    @pabloechaniz8623 Před 4 lety

    I have the allen key that came with the capture attached to the zipper pull of my bag to avoid either losing or forgetting it since it has a nice ring to attach it to your keys or whatever you want to attach it to.

  • @nicomphoto
    @nicomphoto Před 4 lety

    Very nice video ! Thanks for all of the information (and humour). I purchased a Black Widow Holster a few months ago and have been testing it. I really like the "strapless" feel of a camera especially for landscape photography. I wear the holster on the waistbelt of my pack. Do you think that the Utebit would work of the waistbelt ? I would like to add another clip to my kit allowing me to carry two cameras. Please keep the videos coming!

  • @strongislanduk
    @strongislanduk Před 4 lety

    Been meaning to get a Peak one for a while, this was really useful. One question, does long-term use damage the bag strap through crushing the foam, etc.?

  • @bennovice3327
    @bennovice3327 Před 4 lety

    thought this was going to be a boring video for me as i'm a beginner and didn't see the benefits of the clips, but once again James you made it interesting and insightful for all. thanks and take care :-)

  • @jamiepopplewell4595
    @jamiepopplewell4595 Před 4 lety +7

    I really appreciate these videos- they save me from having to spend the money to test the items out!! I was just thinking about buying the cheaper one as well...

    • @JamesPopsysPhoto
      @JamesPopsysPhoto  Před 4 lety +2

      Awesome! Who knew I could give useful consumer advice :)

  • @Joe-gs5rp
    @Joe-gs5rp Před 3 lety

    On the capture clip v2 you had this "lock screw" too. Iam using it more as a adjustment screw to fill the gap. So you can still slip it without having noise in the end.