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EDDYCAM is the world's first ergonomic camera strap made from elk leather. The EDDYCAM camera strap was developed for demanding individualists with different preferences and needs. The belts are available in four different model series: There are one- and two-tone series with and without contrasting seams. The camera strap itself is available in eight colors - that makes a total of almost 100 variants. The straps are available in four widths, so there is the right strap for every camera model and wearer. By the way: EDDYCAM camera straps are also ideal for binoculars.
The shoulder strap is extremely comfortable to wear, extremely resilient and also a very individual camera accessory. Thanks to EDDYCAM, you can carry your camera for hours without pulling your neck or shoulder - our camera straps made of elk leather are particularly cuddly. Last but not least, this is due to the precise adjustment options provided by high-quality stainless steel clamps and the integrated cushion made of natural rubber. In addition, most camera straps are made by hand in a small factory in Bavaria. EDDYCAM is "Made in Germany". Find out more about The Brand our camera straps.
In the concepts Our camera straps have many years of experience in the field of photography and photographic equipment. The high quality of the handmade camera straps made of elk leather is largely due to the materials used. For example, our tannery in Finland selects only the best hides for further processing. In addition, an EDDYCAM belt goes through many strict quality controls before shipping.
The camera strap made of elk leather can be used anywhere. Whether oppressive heat, icy cold or high humidity - EDDYCAM is an (almost) indestructible camera accessory. The durable leather is coated with a special wax. Even the most unfavorable weather conditions cannot harm our harnesses. This treatment also makes the EDDYCAM tapes particularly easy to care for and clean. Learn more about cleaning your elk leather camera strap here .
EDDYCAM sources its elk leather from a tannery in Finland. Only Scandinavian elk leather is used for production. The skins come from wild moose that are hunted under strict conditions. The moose is a common non-endangered species in northern Europe. In the absence of natural predators, moose must be hunted to keep the population in check and protect the forests.
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EDDYCAM camera straps were designed for particularly demanding customers. Ambitious hobby photographers as well as photo professionals should be absolutely satisfied with their camera strap made of elk leather - the strap has to fit perfectly. That's why the belt is available in four different widths. Depending on your build and size, as well as your camera model, you can choose the appropriate strap. Each EDDYCAM model is available in all sizes. The different lines are something for the eye: whether single-colored, two-colored or with interesting contrasts - everyone will find their favorite camera strap at EDDYCAM!
EDDYCAM 33mm, Designed for lightweight cameras and binoculars up to 0,8kg: ideal for photographers who use their camera for several hours. The soft, elastic elk leather and the natural rubber padding make it easier to carry the camera and binoculars. With a total length of approx. 140 cm, the leather content is 29,5 cm. This EDDYCAM is 33mm at its widest point, resulting in good weight distribution. Made in Germany. Check out the products here.
EDDYCAM 35mm edition, “Edition 35” the special EDDYCAM, developed for high quality system cameras: Exclusive, stylish, for high quality system cameras – the EDDYCAM 35mm. The special EDDYCAM for your LEICA-M, Fuji X-Pro, Sony A6000, Olympus PEN and all system cameras up to a maximum of 1,2 kg. Style and elegance combined with maximum functionality, that is the EDDYCAM “35mm”. This belt is not padded - a homage to technology before the digital age. The leather end piece of this series, the nylon strap and the stainless steel clips are kept in a subtle black. The included cowhide camera protection ensures maximum security for your equipment. The camera can be worn around the neck, on one shoulder or cross-body. Check out the products here.
EDDYCAM 42mm, developed for bridge cameras and binoculars up to a maximum of 1,3 kg: ideal for people who use their camera for several hours. The soft, elastic elk leather and the natural rubber padding make it easier to carry cameras and binoculars up to 1,3 kg.
With a total length of approx. 140 cm, the leather content is 29,5 cm. This EDDYCAM is 42mm at its widest point, resulting in good weight distribution.
With the heat-fixed nylon strap and the 2 drummed stainless steel clamps, it offers absolute safety and enough scope for length adjustment. The ergonomic shape allows it to be worn around the neck or on one shoulder.
As with all EDDYCAM camera straps, all materials are of extremely high quality. For example the connection between the nylon strap and the elastic elk leather, it is made of very high quality cowhide and is sewn with the thread from which seat belts are made. Check out the products here.
EDDYCAM 45mm, the universal EDDYCAM for the dedicated photographer: Anyone who is passionate about photography and prefers to always have their system or SLR camera with them will find the EDDYCAM 45mm a perfect companion. Thanks to the soft, elastic elk leather, this EDDYCAM makes it easier to carry the camera, even with heavy lenses. The leather content, with the comfortable natural rubber insert, is 43cm. This EDDYCAM has a total length of 155 cm and is comfortable up to 3 kg. With the high-quality nylon strap and the drummed stainless steel clamps, it offers enough scope for individual length adjustment. The ergonomic shape allows it to be worn on one shoulder, around the neck or cross-body. Everything about this EDDYCAM 45mm is designed for comfort and safety, matching the high-quality equipment of the well-known camera manufacturers. The camera can be worn around the neck, on one shoulder or cross-body. Check out the products here.
50mm Edition, the universal EDDYCAM for the committed photographer: Anyone who is passionate about photography and prefers to always have their system or single-lens reflex camera with them will find the perfect companion in the EDDYCAM 50 mm. Thanks to the soft, elastic elk leather, this EDDYCAM makes it easier to carry the camera, even with heavy lenses. The leather content, with the comfortable natural rubber insert, is 43cm. This EDDYCAM has a total length of 155 cm and is comfortable up to 3 kg. With the high-quality nylon strap and the drummed stainless steel clamps, it offers enough scope for individual length adjustment. The ergonomic shape allows it to be worn on one shoulder, around the neck or cross-body. Everything about this Edition 50mm is designed for comfort and safety, matching the high-quality equipment of the well-known camera manufacturers. The camera can be worn around the neck, on one shoulder or cross-body. Check out the products here.
EDDYCAM 60mm professional, developed for continuous use of heavy SLR cameras up to 5kg: ideal for professionals who use their camera for many hours. The soft, elastic elk leather and the natural rubber padding make it easier to carry heavy cameras up to 5 kg. With a total length of 155 cm, we have a leather content of 43 cm. This EDDYCAM is 60mm at its widest point, resulting in a very good weight distribution. With the heat-fixed nylon strap and the 4 drummed stainless steel clamps, it offers absolute safety and enough scope for length adjustment. The ergonomic shape allows it to be worn around the neck, on one shoulder or cross-body. As with all EDDYCAM camera straps, all materials are extremely robust. For example the connection between the nylon strap and the elastic elk leather, it is made of very high quality cowhide and is sewn with the thread from which seat belts are made. Check out the products here.
EDDYCAM SLiNG, hand straps for every use and total safety: three completely different solutions, each one for maximum comfort, even for professional use!
SLiNG-1 the small, universal solution for almost all cameras.
SLiNG-2 the professional hand strap for reaching through, available in two sizes with and without a plate.
SLiNG-3 the professional wrist strap with plenty of freedom of movement and additional security thanks to the patented magnetic closure. Check out the products here.
You can learn more about the different lines in the video:
EDDYCAM camera straps are cut close to the body. Our harnesses are wider at the points of greatest stress to ensure the best possible weight distribution. Therefore, it is important to choose the right belt width for maximum comfort. The soft elk leather and the integrated rubber padding make your camera feel lighter than you are used to from traditional camera straps.
EDDYCAM S (33mm wide): Choose this width for handheld, lightweight cameras such as compact or smaller bridge cameras. The leather pad of this belt is 29,5 cm long.
EDDYCAM M (42 mm wide): This width is suitable for large bridge or system cameras without a mirror and with lightweight lenses. The leather pad of this belt is 29,5 cm long.
EDDYCAM L (60mm wide): Straps of this width are recommended for all types of SLR cameras. The leather pad is 43cm long here.
You can find out more about the different widths in the video:
EDDYCAM 35mm (35mm wide): This strap is intended for particularly high quality, light cameras (eg Leica M). The leather cover of this very thin belt is 43 cm long. An exclusive leather camera protector is also included.
More about EDDYCAM 35 mm in the video:
The width "M" with a width of 10mm is suitable for binoculars in medium format (up to approx. 42 x 42). Alternatively, you can choose the exclusive EDDYCAM 35mm. Large and heavy night goggles are very comfortable to wear with EDDYCAM straps size “L” (60mm), even over longer distances.
The straps are shipped the day you place your order or receive payment. Delivery is by DHL – in most cases the next day. DHL also delivers to remote areas such as the German islands or mountain pastures at no extra charge. Find out how we prepare our EDDYCAM tapes for shipping.
You can conveniently pay by PayPal, credit card or bank transfer in advance.
You can return your EDDYCAM elk leather camera strap to us within 14 days of receipt; the customer bears the costs of the return. If you wish, you will receive a shipping label by e-mail to print out. For more information see our Terms & Conditions.
Yes, we offer custom-made products to our customers. You will receive your own EDDYCAM camera straps as soon as you order at least 50 straps of the same type. Please allow for a delivery time of 3-4 months. For more information about custom orders, just message us here a request.
Gently wipe your elk leather camera strap with a soft, damp cloth to remove dirt. Here learn more about facial cleaning of your EDDYCAM.
EDDYCAM camera straps do not require any special care. Just make sure to store the belt in a dry, shady place, especially if you don't use the belt for a long time. When storing in the photo bag, please leave it open. The EDDYCAM camera strap has been tested very intensively for UV radiation. Even after a long period of time, there was no fatigue in the material and no color changes. Nevertheless, we recommend not exposing the elk leather belt to permanent sunlight at the window or outdoors.
Use of the eddycam camera strap made of elk leather
Thanks to their special shape, EDDYCAM camera straps are comfortable to wear even under extreme conditions. You decide how you carry your camera most comfortably. Basically, it can be worn in three ways:
On the shoulder,
Around the neck or on the back of the neck
Diagonal on the body (“cross”)
There are two ways to attach an EDDYCAM camera strap to your camera. They depend on your particular camera model.
For cameras with fixed eyelets, or with round or triangular rings for 12mm tape, do the following:
Pull the stainless steel clips all the way up on both sides.
Put the camera strap around in the way you want to carry your camera later.
Feed the connecting strap through the stainless steel strap clamp from below.
Re-insert the tape on the other side of the clamp to thread the stainless steel clamp.
Then thread the strap through the eyelet located directly on the camera or through the round or triangular ring that will later be attached to the camera eyelet.
Now pull the strap first through the lower opening of the stainless steel clamp, then through the upper stainless steel clamp.
Finally, tighten the connecting strap for a secure attachment.
Finally, check that the attachment is secure.
Some EDDYCAM models have two stainless steel clips on each side. On the one hand, this serves to securely fasten even the heaviest camera models, but mainly to fasten the protruding tape material.
If your camera only has small round eyelets without connecting rings (e.g. Leica M), simply order such rings in our Online Store under the term "special accessories". Then simply follow the steps above to attach the strap.
In order for the strap to be perfectly adjusted and the settings for both connection straps to be identical, simply follow the instructions below:
Pull the stainless steel clips all the way up on both sides.
Put the camera strap around in the way you want to carry your camera later.
Feed the connecting strap through the stainless steel strap clamp from below.
Re-insert the tape on the other side of the clamp to thread the stainless steel clamp.
Then thread the strap through the eyelet located directly on the camera or through the round or triangular ring that will later be attached to the camera eyelet.
Now pull the strap first through the lower opening of the stainless steel clamp, then through the upper stainless steel clamp.
Finally, tighten the connecting strap for a secure attachment.
Finally, check that the attachment is secure.
Some EDDYCAM models have two stainless steel clips on each side. On the one hand, this serves to securely fasten even the heaviest camera models, but mainly to fasten the protruding tape material.
Caution: If you want to wear your camera strap at an angle, we recommend that you do not shorten the strap. To do this, you need the longest possible length of the camera strap.
If you decide to shorten the ribbon, do the following: Use scissors to carefully cut off the excess connecting ribbon and heat the ends in a heat source (such as a flame) to fuse the individual strands together. Be careful not to injure yourself or damage the strap.
The leather of our camera straps is completely dyed through. This approach makes the elk leather particularly soft and easy to grip; a natural look is retained. That's why our camera straps are extra colourfast - no need to worry with normal use. However, stains are possible if you wear the belt for a particularly long time, expose it to excessive heat, or sweat excessively.
EDDYCAM camera straps made of elk leather were developed for use in extreme conditions. An EDDYCAM is therefore very comfortable to wear even under such conditions. The edges of the camera strap are designed to cause as little friction as possible on the skin. In extreme humidity, the EDDYCAM can absorb sweat or rain like a sponge. That's harmless. Simply allow your elk leather belt to air dry at normal room temperature for a day or two. Hair dryers, heaters, irons, microwaves and tumble dryers are not suitable for drying as they can damage the leather.
Gently wipe your elk leather camera strap with a soft, damp cloth to remove dirt. Here you can find out more about the
EDDYCAM camera straps do not require any special care. Just make sure to store the belt in a dry, shady place, especially if you don't use the belt for a long time. When storing in the photo bag, please leave it open. The EDDYCAM camera strap has been tested very intensively for UV radiation. Even after a long period of time, there was no fatigue in the material and no color changes. Nevertheless, we recommend not exposing the elk leather belt to permanent sunlight at the window or outdoors.