You'll Never Buy a Camera Strap Again! (Ulanzi Falcam f38)
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- čas přidán 13. 09. 2021
- I was searching for the best camera strap, when I realized the camera strap rabbit hole went deeper than you could imagine. The strap that comes with your camera isn't comfortable, there are thicker padded ones, shoulder slings etc. But the ultimate way to carry your camera hands free is genius.
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Peak design makes this same device but it’s about $20 more… maybe you can compare the two
Don’t you feel dirty promoting a rip-off product that American made Peak Design has been making for YEARS and that was very likely made using forced labor? Even if Ulanzi doesn’t have a factory manned by Uighur prisoners, they are partially owned and controlled by the brutal communist regime that uses forced labor and all sorts of abhorrent practices? Buying ANYTHING Chinese only strengthens that regime and funds these disgusting behaviors (i.e. one child policy, imprisoning people for their religious and political beliefs, etc) IS SUPPORTING those behaviors! It’s one thing, MAYBE, to purchase products from China that were 100% devised, created and designed in China but buying products that are blatant examples of intellectual property theft from American companies, sold at cheaper prices because of communist government subsidies, currency manipulation and forced labor practices, is a bridge TOO FAR! For me, anyway. This video seems shameful; but maybe you don’t know better? Now you do! #freeHongKong #supporttaiwan #buyamericanwheneverpossible
I'm not here for the camera talk; I'm just here for your confidence in speech, coolness and charisma :D
Kasey: "Haha. I just totally got a company to send me their product. Now, I'm a big-shot!"
Other camera reviewers: "Hello. Today, I can tell you my impressions of the stunning new Canon R3."
Me this morning: "Ooh! A Canon R3! Wait...hold on! What's this? First, I gotta check out the Ulanzi Falcam f38!"
I was so impressed with the F38 Backpack Clip, I bought into the entire Falcam system. Excellent design, well made, and reasonably priced. Thanks for letting me know about the Ulanzi/Falcam F38!
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I don't even care about camera straps. I'm just entertained from you.
Everyone is
Kinda sad if you find this entertaining. Ypu must have low iq?
Your since of humor is hilarious! Love watching your videos, not only are they very informative but you always make me Lol. Thank you. Keep up your amazing work.
i feel so called out...i actually used a shoelace once upon a time for my rangefinder camera thinking it was quirky. thankfully thats behind me now
Glad you finally got your hands on the F38! Mine has held up great and I use the whole system with the quick release plates on my gorillapod and full size tripod as well. Makes carrying around my already lightweight a7c even easier.
Peak Design has had these from at least 2013. Excellent way to carry a camera. Especially at events. You put your camera where it's in-sight, doesn't just hang loose, and you can lock it too, so it's not just pushing a clip to get it off quickly, and your hands are free for other things for a bit (eating?).
I still have the one from 2013, and haven't had issues with the screws becoming loose.
Best way to carry a camera that never swings. Wear a front button down shirt. Open the buttons from your neck down to a button or two above your belt buckle. (Be sure to tuck your shirt in). Then with the strap around your neck put the camera inside your shirt behind the two buttons that are still closed. Makes a nice little 'pouch' to carry your camera. Does not stress the neck nor swing side to side. Hands are free. Easy and cheap.
I have the Peak Design Capture Clip which is $20 more but allows for one handed release with a bit of practice and doesn't come loose in my experience. A comparison review would be cool.
Wasn't Peak Design the very first to come up with this capture clip system like a decade ago? I would gladly pay $20 more to get the original Peak Design than those Chinese knockoffs.
@@victorinoxs honestly not sure but i appreciate how much R&D they seem to put into their products, but I'm still too cheap for their tripod -- sticking with accessories 😎
@@victorinoxs No doubt! I think it’s bullshit promoting a Chinese company that straight up ripped off an American made product and uses repressive labor practices to come out with a “cheaper” version! Personally, I wouldn’t use this and will stick with my Peak Design clamp.
@@dtom420 There's more that he didn't cover in the video. I have this setup and what he didn't mention is that you can use this system between backpack, tripods and a gimble. The gimble use and straight to tripod is why I like this system so much.
@@thomza Same with the Peak system. Only differences are: 1. Peak thought of, designed and patented their own design. 2. Peak didn’t steal anyone else’s system. 3. Peak doesn’t use forced labor or government subsidies to artificially lower their prices to horn in on a legitimate business and their creativity. Oh yeah…. And Peak doesn’t appeal to people’s lowest common denominator to entice them to set aside their values and common sense to save a few dollars. IDGAF about anything Chinese (including companies) except their food and the RARE thing they come up with entirely on their own without ANYTHING stolen, appropriated or copied from non-Chinese companies.
I just ordered the Ulanzi wide angle/maco lens for my ZV-1. Big fan of their products.
Gary and Tom, what a couple of characters those guys always crack me up👍😎👍
This, this I actually love. Ty for the vid, added to my cart.
Very entertaining and informative. Thanks!
3:28 Stacey called and said thanks, that was the quickest snap from you EVER!!
For your GoPro/DJI I put. Small paracord loop around the shoulder strap just above the chest strap so it wont slip down. I then fed the closed tripod through the built in strap you have higher on the shoulder and then down to your paracord loop. In my case with a black diamond pack I was able to hike and run with it facing forward and you can also lift it out when you want it. You can also add a tether if you are worried about security again depending how your pack is set up. Obviously I only have a view of your pack while you are sitting but looks similar enough. The caution is that you have to be careful taking pack off and on but with the big camera on there that’s a given anyway.
Hope that helps
Casey omg you had me in stitches my friend - thank you for the laughs...
Peak Designs is great and when I run a larger lens or heavier combo they do a pro pad which will either give you more rigid bag strap or you can attach the propad to your belt and use the clip like it was on a strap.....
But honestly the biggest problem with the Ulanzi claw mount system is that 1. It's heavy. And 2 there is no padding whatsoever on the backpack mount. It's extremely uncomfortable and it feels like you have a metal plate pushing into your shoulder from your shoulder strap. Because you do. They really need to redesign it.
I just upgraded my all my QR plates and bases to the f38's - I haven't tried the backpack strap clip yet though, as I'm never wearing a backpack. What sold me on the (costly!!) switch was how low-profile the f38 system is compared to the Manfrotto RC2 system that I was using previously. The RC2 was just obnoxiously high and that was becoming a real problem on my RS2 gimbal.
Also, one killer tip on the f38's: they make 3 different plates. Get the ones with the additional camera retaining plate as it ensures your camera cannot rotate on the plate! They only sell it as part of one of their bundles (might be the RS2 baseplate combo), so you have to buy separate baseplates and camera plates with the retainer. It adds a few extra $ to each set you need, but well worth it imo.
What you've done with this channel is fantastic. I love your sense of humour. Also, yeah, the Falcam F38 is pretty dope.
after watching this I searched for the peak design "clip for capture v3" it is under $50 USD, so I'm going with the PD clip!
I use Cotton Carrier and it’s awesome for big or small lens. Just a happy customer.
Lighting and colors looking on point.
Lock tight on the screws and I wonder the release button needs to be a purposeful act if not your expensive camera will hit something and the ground or waterfalls will take the camera from you.I love your vids and your skits are out of this world like I said your a genius.
Strap is a terrible solution for someone on a scooter or moving aggressively around but it's the ideal solution for someone moving at a more sedate pace. It offers two benefits: 1, ability to use hands for other things provided you don't have to lean forward and 2, safety net if you should drop the camera while holding it or have it knocked form your hands somehow. But the clip is nice and does suit your more active approach to shooting and life in general. Agreed on the you asked vs they asked distinction, too. :-)
I belive not a single profesional photographer Will ever use the included strap, usually a right SIDE handle is the Best way to go
🤣 ok…i only subscribed because this is the 2nd video of yours that made me laugh. idk how th i came across your channel.
For your action cam, grab one of these - "Sametop Backpack Strap Mount Quick Clip" - Works great, but has a huge flaw, you'd love it!
What do you think about the Spider holster slim clip? It attaches to my belt or event sport running shorts in a pinch.
I make my own camera straps out of 550 Paracord. It’s long enough to hang on neck but it’s really designed to be wrapped around hand. I use peak design connectors and a cinching knot to connect the two.
I’ve got one from K&F, half the price of Peak Design and it also fits on my sling bag too
Peak Design has had something like this for years
Just what I need for my Trip to Perú! 🙌🏻
This is possibly the best video on CZcams ever, you have peaked ! may your demise be slow 👊
For wildlife lenses or even something a bit smaller, I'd recommend a Black Rapid shoulder harness. They make a couple of different ones with different widths of strap. They even make one for two cameras (so does Peak Design). The one-camera models go on the opposite shoulder like a sling bag, so you're balanced and it's less shoulder strain. I can carry around a FF body with 150-600 lens on it all day, even with a backpack on top of everything. But for a smaller kit, a clip-on like that one looks good. It looks like you have to use their QL plate though and I use L brackets for tripod mounting. There's always a hitch.
Black Rapid is the correct answer. 👍🏻
Need an Olympus (or om digital solutions) dedicated t-shirt. This will literally and visually elicit a visceral response against a mirrorless reflection of an environment essentially embracing the resonance of connecting emotionally. Where I vlog I need to always put my gear away when not in use. I’m tethered to wrist straps and camera straps for security. My system allows for storing camera in bag (out of site) while still strapped to my person. Thoroughly enjoy your channel.
I made one and 3d printed, because no this type mounts for Manfrotto plate, for light camera work great
Thanks, for introducing me to this product and making this video!
It would be nice if the quick disconnect for this product was compatible with a standard Manfrotto tripod quick connect plate.
Ok I’m in. Definitely getting this
This is interesting. I was just looking for something I can use with my camel pack when I'm hiking. I can't find any molle camera bag attachments, only a molle camera backpack, which doesn't work cuz they don't have the water reservoir in them that makes them camely.
Do you think that the location you put your camera with that hooker would be annoying overtime? Bumping into your arm or unsafe for intense hiking?
Missed this channel
Nice wig , funny and educational. Your a very good cameraman and a comedian. Double wami.
Brilliant as always 🤣
I have noticed that the backpack clip is suddenly unavailable (as of January 11). Perhaps Peak Design decided to somehow force Ulanzi to withdraw theirs from the market. it seems all the other Falcam F38 components are still available, however. All the Falcam F38 products I bought seem to be working fine, since I bought mine in late 2021.
It getting loose over time is likely why some others are more expensive. I've had the Peak Design version of this for about 2 years on 3 different backpacks. That thing goes on tighter than the grip Pentax has on the camera market. The screws still suck to tighten though.
I've had the Peak Capture for years. I totally trust it, running, climbing, biking, never a doubt about the security or reliability
Can confirm. Using a Peak Design Capture Clip for 3 years, it is actually amazing and I usually hate paying for stuff… can release camera from it with one hand due to the release button placement. IThis one looks more awkward to release.
AND ITS AMERICAN DESIGNED AND MADE! No forced labor, communist subsidies or currency manipulation to artificially lower the price and (intentionally) hurt western manufacturers. Peak Design rocks! 👊😉
@@dtom420 you are joking right? Peak design is made in china mate.
Do they make a phone case with the arca swiss plate on the back ...like your talking about doing with your DJI? I could use a gopro cage with one too. I don't want to peice a bunch of gopro frankenstien screw mount shit together. If not, do you want to help me invent one?
Ulanzi makes nice stuff.
I use a similar clip from Peak Design. This is really a nice way to carry a camera. Only problem I see with Ulanzi one is that you have to have a tool to tighten the arca-swiss plate to the camera. I would have changed it to D-ring/D-clip screw so I can use it without tools.
@@PackingLess I bought a second-hand peak design plate, it had a toolless screw, maybe previous owner installed it, I don't know for sure
@@rusparmesan I just looked further and apparently theres something called the Peak Design PRO plates that do have a d-ring and they would be compatible with the ulanzi one because they're all arca standard
Why would you ever take it off?
@@cameraconspiracies sometimes they get unscrewed and become loose, and I need to fix them.
@@rusparmesan That's not the part that becomes loose. And it barely comes loose at all anymore, just initially because my backpack strap is so thick.
I used these clips from another company (the benchmark) and with a heavy lens like a 24-105 f4 it will still dangle while hiking. The only solution I found which even works with an Ninja V and a big lens are the Cotton Carrier Scouts (either of them).
Look up snap mount for your gopro etc. as an alternative to Velcro. Dave manning raves about them on his channel. And like other comments nice work on the delivery of your content!
It also straps to a belt not just backpack. Or any other thingy you may be wearing, like a female purse or some thing :)
Replaced my PD stuff with F38, way better and i can the F38 plates and QR clamps on tripods, monopods, etc.
Best bedtime videos. I use a Peak Design strap and love it but yeah, too many straps when I have my backpack on, and then the wires from my earplugs. So the red light come out of the closet of mystery? Skin colors look good in this video
Why not use the Peak Design clip? It’s the one Ulanzi is trying to rip-off and sell cheaper through all the underhanded and disgusting practices that go on in China under the repressive communist regime. Just sayin.
@5:26 My Peak Design clip also unscrews, so duct taped the screw so it can't turn. Longer screws also help, if available.
Expensive (& dorky) but less bouncy/unbalanced: harness.
Add locktite blue threadlocker. It will add friction and you can still open the screws. Avoid the red as you won't be able to open the screws
@@barryobrien1890 blue is still pretty strong, might need purple (222)
One drop of blue thread locker on each bolt (purple if you’re weak handed) and problem solved. I tiny tube of thread locker is a MUST in my camera bag.
intro was impeccable
Ulanzi Falcam f38 has another quick release plate that can attach to tripod heads, makes switching from bag strap to tripod with just two clicks.
Yes! I have it on all my tripods and it’s so easy to use! 👍
I've been using the Peak Design clip. I love that thing so much. It's pricey but at the time I got it I don't think there was an alternative.
Smart choice! I love my PD clip AND all the products I’ve bought from them. Their camera strap is amazing!
You always make me smile... :) Peace x
Hey Kasey, a tiny dot of loctite on the threads will stop them winding out - should be able to get a little bottle from an automotive store. That'd sort that, unless you are removing the bracket from your bag strap regularly. Using Loctite will also avoid you over-tightening the screws and damaging the thread. I want to get one of these - was looking on Aliexpress for one the other day :) Ulanzi looks like they make quality kit.
Make sure to get Blue loctite, not Red. Blue is for a removable hold and dries somewhat soft, whereas Red is for a permanent hold and dries hard.
@@richard-sim Nice ad-on to my comment, thanks :)
I personally think that it would be much better if it were Star Wars themed. Like the shirt my cat threw up on that I would have sent you to wear on your show, but noooo, not good enough for YOU... I'm a sucker and I still liked it.
I should get this for my GRiii…massive empty backpack, pokey outey GRiii on my strap. Yesssss.
Ahahahahah " Do they sell bandaids?" 💀
How’d you not know about the peak design clip?
I can’t wait to see your hot take on that fat EOS R3.
Did you already try the v2 version, perfection i think
Good price is right. Locktite for the win.
Damn you for making me want something when I have no money in the bank. My credit card company thanks you and your affiliate link.
Nothing builds confidence in your camera strap like the comment... These kind of loosen over time. My $20 USA gear padded shoulder strap has a couple of pockets for memory cards. Hanging across my shoulder diagonally with the camera upside down and one metal screw connector in the bottom, it's right at the spot where my fingers grab the grip but it's weightless hanging there. I just swing it up to my eye and then swing it back down and I really enjoy it. Happy shooting!
the ulanzi claw can but used on your backpack and on tripods and it locks
first worl solutions... that wouldn´t last 1 block to get mugged in my country XD hahahaha love you videos
I love how your just transitioning to a wildlife photographer. 😂
He is killing it today
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its wildlife videographer. photographers are loosers.
Oh I need that.
I've been using the Peak Design one for a while.
Another awesome video.. I love watching your vids even if I dont care about the item in them haha 👍🏻
I know this may seem like a pointless comment but bare with... I have many rucksacks for my hobby of this channel and one of them is a Talon 33L by Osprey. Now I know that is a 'hiking pack' and would prob be too big for your gear etc but you can get smaller versions.
Also I know by now your slating this comment in your mind not wanting to know about my piece of s... hiking pack 🤣 BUT... just wanted to tell you about the little pocket on the left strap as thats where I slide my Ulanzi MT-09 into. Maybe there is a camera bag or other rucksack with the feature? 🤔
Anyway thanks for reading the comment keep up the awesome work bud.
Greetings from accross the pond 🇬🇧
ATB... Chris ✌🏼
I know this video is kind of made for craick, but I find strap very useful for stabilizing the footage - especially for combinations like g7 and 25mm lens (both no stabilisation). I think I would combine strap with this yoke, cause dangling part is annoying, that's a fact. Obviously you need camera bag anyway. Also you would need to wear backpack all the time... I guess that's not happening in real life (I don't wear it ever) :)
I tend to use a camera strap to improve the stability of my camera by applying tension to the strap while I'm shooting. Can't really do that with this solution. Of course, if I had a camera with in body stabilization I wouldn't need to do that. But, my Lumix G7 can only provide stabilization through a lens with OIS.
If you have a gopro mount to tripod ( that you mount on the dji osmo action cage ) you can screw it on the ulanzi plate, right !? ;) or tape it around your bag :p lol
You're awesome!... Did anyone ever told u that u look like the male version/twin of Scarlett Johansson...
I glue my camera to my forehead before I go out. Always prepared for the shot.
So it's no good for heavy setups but great for light ones you can easily carry anyway 😀
They thought about the balance issue. And they figured two would only balance you out until you took one off to shoot a picture. Then back to the lopsided feel. (Until you put the camera back on )
Hey brother... all I want is the perfect camera for short films and music videos... can you help me??? Maybe a Panzi Boy ???
It might be awkward but could you use this on your side with a belt?
Since when do you have the DJI Osmo Action? Did I missed something or did you messed up with the order of the videos? 😅
I used it discreetly in the Mitakon 135mm review :)
5:18 "it's not worth complaining about" but I will ...
Oooh, and Arca-swiss compatible too... Interested!
Clicks link... Oh... $ only? Whose dollar, US or Canadian? Not that it matters to me with my £... Off to Amazon and Alibaba then... sorry Kasey!
peak design do a one handed clip, and it’s secure too.. costs 7 million dollars us though… you can’t afford it… i can… i can’t… i’d like to.. nope, not me… i’d buy it.
I don’t prefer neck straps either, but I definitely don’t prefer backpacks so I usually end up just taking a sling bag, pouch, or carrying the camera naked
OK at the nudist beach, but I'm not sure how you are faring with law enforcement in cities...
Well that escalated quickly
@@shawn5210 I figured it would 🤣
Canon just droped the 16 2.8 Kasey
I think it's a sign for u to get the R6 😂
Looking for a camera that I can record and take still shots of the stars. No, stars in the sky not the ones on t.v, what camera would you use?
Full frame mirror less with a very fast wide angle lens. Honestly lens selection more important than camera here.
I wonder how well would this work with a tele lens.
It held that Mitakon 135mm beast. I don't know about the Sony 200-600mm lol.
So you're saying this whole time I could have just used a SHOELACE?!? #mindblown
Also works well on a belt.
Try putting it above the backpack buckle
"I'm fired" 😂
Lmfao the last bit 😂
How can you not know about Peak Design?
You think that would attach to a belt?
(for those times you don't want to bring a backpack?)
You could, but it would be sideways.
@@cameraconspiracies oh right. of course. lol
You should compare this to the peak design version, maybe they will send you one?
You ordered the wrong Ulanzi mount system. If you would have ordered the claw system, it has interchangeable mounts for your camera and tripods...