Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3, Silver with Plate, Holds DSLR, Compact and Point and Shoot Bodies, Secure, Stable and Accessible, Attaches to Straps and Belts, Quick Release, 200 lb Capacity

I am not one to write glowing reviews about items unless they are truly outstanding. Many products for sale cut corners in one way or another. Over time this will become evident through use. THIS IS NOT ONE OF THOSE PRODUCTS. I use this in run and gun photo and video shoots when I need an extra point of contact to hold my expensive camera/lens combo in place as I move from one spot to another. I cannot say enough good things about this product. It feels as if the Peak design team actually used and tested this product extensively before releasing it to the public. Every part of this item feels well thought out and it is a joy to use in the field for all-day shoots. LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS ITEM! It is now a vital piece of my gear set and will remain so for as long as it withstands the abuse. Then, I will probably buy another. Please note that I use a camera strap and this product for 3 points of contact. My camera strap bears most of the weight of the camera and this device is used primarily to hold the camera in place so as to keep it from swinging around and getting banged up when I am using a second camera. It took some adjusting on the camera strap to find the sweet spot but once I found said sweet spot the experience has been AMAZING! THANK YOU, PEAK DESIGN FOR A WELL THOUGHT OUT PRODUCT THAT ANSWERS A SERIOUS PROBLEM IN A MINIMALIST FORM FACTOR!

Arrived quickly and well-packed. Installation was a breeze, and the build quality feels solid. I didn't realize it came with a locking latch to prevent accidental unlocks—definitely a nice touch. I’ve actually jumped around with my X-T2 and lens attached to my belt using this, and it didn't budge. I have total confidence it won’t fall. Great product; I’d honestly buy a second one just to have a spare color option!

This capture clip is just perfect. From the get go it is quality. I was a little nervous on my first outing, but those fears were largely squashed. I ended up buying a peak design strap as well, because I just don't trust myself to not lose grip on the edge of a cliff or waterway. I will say this, though, it comes with two sets of screws. One are shorter, flush, hand tighten screws and the other are longer hex screws. During my first outing, after an hour, I found that the hand tightened screws had begun to spin out. I had really attempted to crank the heck out of these screws, but they still came loose. Apparently, this is a common issue for other users I've come across online. So, of course, I tried using the hex screws. Here I could really be sure these were cranked down tight. Now, mind you, I intend to use this on my hip attached to my belt, while I notice many users attach it to backpacks. I'm not much of a backpack type, but I did see one guy on YouTube have the same problem with backpacks. Basically, while the hex screws were much more secure and even though they only stuck out a couple centimeters beyond the clip (they're meant for thick straps, which my belt is not thick) it causes them to painfully jab into you. It's not something you'd notice right away, but after just a few minutes with the weight of the camera hanging down, it's awful. I almost didn't even recognize at first where the pain was coming from. It was almost too mild, but as time stretched on, it was brutal. The same thing can happen with backpack straps with the long screws apparently. This situation seriously stinks, because I don't feel comfortable with hand tightened screws. Some users have suggested just checking and retightening every now and again, but how does that leave you with peace of mind, it turns every one into an obsessive. To make it worse, you'd figure Peak Design would offer shorter hex screws on their site, but they don't. What has been my solution? Right now, until I figure out if I can buy some screws somewhere to fit, I put one hex screw on the end of the clip nearer my waist and the hand tightened screw on the end nearer my hip. It works well, doesn't come undone for me and alleviates the pain of the long hex screw driving into your hip. Now, another thing to point out. After use, I understand why the backpack strap is so popular. Having a 3 or more pound camera on your belt requires your belt to be tight. I had to tighten it up one belt loop further than I'm normally comfortable with. However, for me, it wasn't uncomfortable, but I can totally imagine it being uncomfortable for others. Your best bet might be purchasing Peak Designs Pro Pad, which hangs from your belt allowing you to attach the clip to the pad. In many ways, you're really in for getting into an ecosystem. Just like with Nikon or Canon or anything shooters, you start buying the lenses for your specific camera and you're now committed. You buy the capture clip, now you wanna buy the pro pad or the additional tripod shoe so you don't need to change shoes, you might want get a bag or the rain cover. Now, I know these sound like detractors, but if you're willing to be committed to it, it's amazing. I wish I had this years ago. Heck, I wish I'd bought it last year when I traveled to Norway, instead I went with a sling. It's just so nice to get it off your shoulders or off your neck and not require straps and as advertised, it's a great way to swap lenses. I felt it important to point out some of the struggles, it's helpful to be an informed buyer, but do give it a try!

I am a hobbyist who is very picky with how I carry my camera. I have tried many methods of holding a camera and hated them all. A bag is too inconvenient, slow, and bulky. A strap leaves the camera dangling in orientations I don't like, increases the likelihood of it catching on things, and leaves the bottom or sides of the camera obstructed and uncomfortable to work with. I also hate every backpack I’ve ever worn and only like to use smaller and thinner sling style bags just large enough to carry an iPad and maybe a couple lenses max. I then got this and the pro pad for comfortable belt mounting. I think I have found perfection. The camera no longer dangles uncomfortably no matter the lens size. It sits firmly at my hip. No camera strap to interfere with my sling bag strap also make moving in more confined spaces without bumping into things way easier. With light lenses I can even forget I’m wearing it. With my larger zoom lenses (my largest lenses are the canon ef-s 55-250mm and ef-s 18-135mm for reference) It still remain comfortable. The pro pad edition makes it far more comfortable even when sitting if you intend to use it on a belt. The play with the pro pad’s mounting area makes it comfortable even if you are heavier like myself. It stays in place when sitting where a conventional strap would leave the camera dangling or leave loose excess strap that could catch on something. Its also small and usually doesn't get in the way so I have often been wearing it daily on my belt even if I don't use my camera that day just to increase the likelihood that I will bring it with me. I tend to wear it slightly overlapping my right pocket so it can get in the way when sitting depending on how your pockets are laid out. The lock is also a nice feature for peace of mind as you start to use the system. I find my self using it less and less as time goes on and I grow more confident with the reliability of the clip. I now only occasionally use the locking feature if I'm doing something more athletic, on some means of transport, or if I know I wont be using the camera for awhile like eating at a restaurant. The Arca Swiss compatibility is also really nice. I was using a bulkier cheap mounting mechanism for my tripods before to try and save a buck, but after using this, I think I will have to update my other camera body to this plate and adapt my other two tripods to have arca compatible heads. The old mounts got in the way and I removed them every time I wasn’t using a tripod. With the capture clip I haven’t felt the need to remove it once since the initial installation.

I mostly love this thing. It is sleek, well built, and easy to use. It also has some drawbacks that in my opinion could use some attention. I’m using it with an a7r3, which it seems nicely sized for. A more full sized DSLR or even mirrorless with big glass and a battery grip might be less well-suited. I can however hang my a7r3 with a 70-200 off of it and it feels pretty good. I’m learning to trust it more and more, which is hard to do with almost $5k of camera, but short of accidentally actuating the release mechanism or the screws on the capture clip coming undone I think it’s pretty unlikely to have an accident. Anyone who has expensive gear is used to knowing second nature how to keep it safe. This thing is a great little tool - and like any tool - you need to learn how to use it. The clip that attaches to the camera is good, if a little small. It is Arca-Swiss compatible which I have made sure all of my gear is at this point. No need to take it off to attach to the tripod. I’ve seen some say that it’s a pain to need an allen key to remove or install it. I have a SmallRig L-plate pretty much permanently attached to my camera which magnetically houses the right size allen key, so not an issue for me. I’ve gotten into the habit of periodically checking the tightness of the screws, and giving them little turns if necessary. Bam, done. Solves that one. The release button can be turned 90º to lock it from being pressed accidentally, so I ALWAYS lock it every single time I reattach the camera. Bam, done. Solves that one too. What could be improved: the top of the release button is slightly cam shaped to aid in gripping, but it’s slick anodized aluminum, and if you have cold fingers or gloves, turning it to lock can be harder than it should. Solution - texture it. Little raised ridges like the screws have on the ends. Second issue is the size. It’s nice that it is small, but in my opinion too small. Most good day packs have decent wide, and somewhat thick shoulder straps, for comfort and breathability. The ability to attach the camera near the top of a shoulder strap puts the camera in a very nice spot to grab fast, however, on my Osprey day pack for instance the clip will not fit around OR over the nice padded straps where I want it to sit, I have to move it further down the strap where it narrows, but it doesn’t sit comfortably. It will work well on a Camelback or some such similar small pack, but not on the bigger ones. It works great on a belt too. This is a big design disadvantage in my opinion, and the reason I think it needs improving upon. Perhaps they could make a larger version specifically for this application, as well as the current V3. A V3+. V3L. V3XL. Whatever. As well as the width issue is the thickness issue, and my pic shows what it will handle. 4 quarters stacked is about the max thickness (~1/4”, no pun intended). You can see on the right side where I’ve tilted the clip that you run out of height and the two pieces of bread will no longer key into each other to contain the fillings. I think some of these issues are addressed on the PRO version, after just now looking it up, so if any of these above things sound like red flags for you then maybe consider that option. All in all, it’s good. Not great, but it is good. Still 4 stars, but certain things need attention. I think I will at some point try the pro version to compare, but that’s another $80…

Took this on a 9-day hiking trip with my Canon EOS R6 and 24-70mm lens and absolutely love it! Solid metal, lightweight, and compact, yet it held my setup securely. Very versatile—you can attach it in multiple ways—and intuitive once you read the instructions. Accessing my camera was easy anytime I needed it. Highly recommend for anyone hiking with a DSLR!

I use this camera clip on day-long hikes for landscape photography, and it has become an essential part of my kit. After a few outings to get used to it, I now love the confidence that my camera is absolutely secure on my belt or backpack strap—I know it won’t fall off. I no longer have to carry the camera in my hand or hang it from a neck strap, which I find uncomfortable, to get quick access to it. One press of the release button and I'm ready to shoot when a composition appears. This clip has eliminated the constant tradeoff between a neck strap, burying the camera in my bag, or carrying it in my hand (with the risk of dropping it). It is a finely crafted piece of gear, with sturdy materials, excellent part fit, and a beautiful, durable finish. The only minor drawback is that it can sometimes be a bit fiddly to close and secure after I’ve dropped the backplate inside my belt, which occasionally gets annoying, but it’s not enough to affect my five-star rating. If you are a landscape photographer, this clip is well worth the money: once you find the right place to mount it, your camera is safe yet instantly accessible—without the nuisance of a strap around your neck.

I love this clip! I attach the base to my belt or a backpack and it keeps me hands free while I move around until I need to take a picture, then the quick release allows me to lock into focus and take my shots. It is easy to use, it is adjustable since I can clip it anywhere, and it works well for walking photography. Also it is very well made.