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I've been looking at the Peak Designs Capture Clip for carryng my m43 kit whilst or hiking/biking - it looks OK, albeit with a couple of things I'm not overly keen on so does anyone have any recommendations for alternatives or real world feedback on the Capture Clip?

https://www.peakdesign.com/capture
 
I have 2 of them, they are a great piece of kit, very well designed and very well made too IMO

I generally use one of mine on my camera bag strap (rucksack type bag) to hold one of my lenses for quick/easy access, and the other on my belt (with added Peakdesigns Pro Pad) to free my hands when out walking or at an event/gig

What exactly is it you don't like about it, as that might help with giving you some feedback
 
I use an off-brand version with my A6000 and find it great to use. I've never had any issues and just lock it when I return the camera to the clip. I've also carried my medium format film kit with it too so weight isn't an issue!
 
Cheers guys, my dislike's which are based purely off the images on the website are pretty much:

The red locking button doesn't look like it would be that great with gloves on, the bolts don't seem to have much thread into the back plate and the plates look like they need a more aggressive raised pattern to stop then sliding down the rucksack strap.
 
ivandobski said:
Cheers guys, my dislike's which are based purely off the images on the website are pretty much:

The red locking button doesn't look like it would be that great with gloves on, the bolts don't seem to have much thread into the back plate and the plates look like they need a more aggressive raised pattern to stop then sliding down the rucksack strap.
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Fear not, they are really well designed pieces of kit, i should know, i'm a design engineer myself ;)

The button is easy enough to press with thin gloves on, well i have no issues with it anyway, as for the thread, there is plenty of thread on these things, some times i think there is too much when swapping from one bag to another, the Peak Designs ones also come with 2 lengths of screws should your strap be extra thick, and mine has never slipped once in place, even with my D7100 and lens attached, so i guess your M43 kit should weigh considerably less than a crop DSLR and lens

Saying that, i have the Capture Pro, which does appear to have a slightly more aggressive pattern to it, hard to tell from the photos
 
So is the red button a press rather than a twist then? On the video I saw the guy seemed to be twisting it hence thinking it could potentially be a bit of a faff.
 
ivandobski said:
So is the red button a press rather than a twist then? On the video I saw the guy seemed to be twisting it hence thinking it could potentially be a bit of a faff.
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Both, it is a press to release, but if you wanted added security you can give it a quater turn so that it cannot be pressed without turning it back

I generally only ever use this feature when at an event or gig for added security, when out walking i don't bother with the twist
 
I have one, it is great but you are right, the bolts are too short for a rucksack strap (for me to feel secure anyway). There are longer screws available, but at an eye-watering price of £10.99 (plus postage for non Prime members).
I wouldn't trust it with a heavy camera without the longer bolts. Works fine on a belt, just mysac strap is too thick.
 
david357 said:
I have one, it is great but you are right, the bolts are too short for a rucksack strap (for me to feel secure anyway). There are longer screws available, but at an eye-watering price of £10.99 (plus postage for non Prime members).
I wouldn't trust it with a heavy camera without the longer bolts. Works fine on a belt, just mysac strap is too thick.
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Mine came with the longer bolts, though as mentioned above, mine was the Pro version, so maybe that is what you get extra with the Pro

Saying that, i have never needed to fit the longer bolts and mine fits securely on the strap of my Lowepro backpack, which has reasonably chunky straps
 
rpsmith79 said:
Mine came with the longer bolts, though as mentioned above, mine was the Pro version, so maybe that is what you get extra with the Pro

Saying that, i have never needed to fit the longer bolts and mine fits securely on the strap of my Lowepro backpack, which has reasonably chunky straps
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Mine came with the shorter bolts, but is a Pro!
 
rpsmith79 said:
Both, it is a press to release, but if you wanted added security you can give it a quater turn so that it cannot be pressed without turning it back

I generally only ever use this feature when at an event or gig for added security, when out walking i don't bother with the twist
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Ah that makes sense, sounds good. To see if I like the concept I've ordered: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Andoer-Viltrox-Release-Camera-Cameras/dp/B01JBUZ86U and if it's cheap and nasty I'll buy the proper one.
 
I have one, very well made, you can get different length screws IIRC but I never use mine :confused:
 
I carry my M43 camera on one. First issue was that the screws were to short to fit a rucksack, however one email of complaint and that provided a longer free set.

Now the red button. Pushing to unlock the camera isnt an issue but with gloves or cold fingers, you can forget locking and unlocking it because its a poor design
 
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The off-brand one I use has a separate release button and locking ring so I can use it with gloves in cold weather without any issues.
 
dcash29 said:
I carry my M43 camera on one. First issue was that the screws were to short to fit a rucksack, however one email of complaint and that provided a longer free set.

Now the red button. Pushing to unlock the camera isnt an issue but with gloves or cold fingers, you can forget locking and unlocking it because its a poor design
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no issues with mine, there are two way to do it. ether twist the red push to unlock or just tighten screw on other side instead- both for belt and braces
 
niko said:
no issues with mine, there are two way to do it. ether twist the red push to unlock or just tighten screw on other side instead- both for belt and braces
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It is obvious that your use of the product is different to mine.
 
dcash29 said:
It is obvious that your use of the product is different to mine.
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must be, out of interest what do you lock it for? its very secure without. if you do need the lock have you tried just using the screw on the other side with gloves instead of the twist the red block/button?
 
niko said:
must be, out of interest what do you lock it for? its very secure without. if you do need the lock have you tried just using the screw on the other side with gloves instead of the twist the red block/button?
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1. While climbing up uneven rock/hill face I sometimes prefer it to be locked just in case the red button is pushed in by mistake. 2. The knurled screw opposite to the red button is for adjusting the plate gap, yes it could be used to lock the plate in place, however I think the intended design should be up to the job. Another issue I forgot to mention and if anyone finds different can correct me, is that the square plate traps my Sony nex 6 rear screen. Therefore to use it I have to install a 2mm rubber spacer ring.
 
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dcash29 said:
1. While climbing up uneven rock/hill face I sometimes prefer it to be locked just in case the red button is pushed in by mistake. 2. The knurled screw opposite to the red button is for adjusting the plate gap, yes it could be used to lock the plate in place, however I think the intended design should be up to the job. Another issue I forgot to mention and if anyone finds different can correct me, is that the square plate traps my Sony nex 6 rear screen. Therefore to use it I have to install a 2mm rubber spacer ring.
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I guess the smaller plate designed for m4/3 would be better for you, when ordering the kit you can specify what plate you want, or buy as an extra after.
 
The plate on mine is tight against the screen of my A6000 so I open up the screen slightly (few mm) before tightening the plate and it's fine.
 
I use the pro version with Sony a7 and 70-200 f4 never had an issue with the release mechanism I only lock the plate when in places that I feel I may bump into people / things. I use mine mainly on a belt (think tank) though it fits and works well on a 40 litre day pack. I don't cycle now but I think I would use it for that purpose unless I was doing real cross country then the risk of falling from the bike would put me off having it located that in a fall it probably would smash the camera.
 
niko said:
I guess the smaller plate designed for m4/3 would be better for you, when ordering the kit you can specify what plate you want, or buy as an extra after.
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Do you mean the micro plate for an additional £30? Nar I told them they were playing silly beggars charging for longer screws to fit the plate to a standard rucksack.

stevelmx5 said:
The plate on mine is tight against the screen of my A6000 so I open up the screen slightly (few mm) before tightening the plate and it's fine.
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Exactly, design fault!
 
The clips aren't designed for specific cameras though so I'd guess there are probably other models that don't catch? It's not the end of the world though :0)
 
dcash29 said:
Do you mean the micro plate for an additional £30? Nar I told them they were playing silly beggars charging for longer screws to fit the plate to a standard rucksack.

Exactly, design fault!
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that's not their fault really that you ordered the wrong one, if you ordered the one for m4/3 to start with there is no extra cost. sorry, but its your fault not theirs, and the longer screws again not their fault, its clearly stated on the web site they are extras and i dont think they should of sent them free. it might not be for you,or suit your use but its not design fault
 
stevelmx5 said:
The plate on mine is tight against the screen of my A6000 so I open up the screen slightly (few mm) before tightening the plate and it's fine.
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That's funny, I have the Peak Design plate (came with a strap) attached to my A6000 and the screen doesn't catch.

It's very close, but the screen opens and closes absolutely fine.
 
Wissel said:
I have that exact one attached to my backpack strap, seems okay to me.
I only use it to hold an actioncam with a little ballhead attached to the plate, but it does seem sturdy.
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That's good to hear, hopefully should arrive before Sunday so I can get some use out of it out on the bike.
 
niko said:
that's not their fault really that you ordered the wrong one, if you ordered the one for m4/3 to start with there is no extra cost. sorry, but its your fault not theirs, and the longer screws again not their fault, its clearly stated on the web site they are extras and i dont think they should of sent them free. it might not be for you,or suit your use but its not design fault
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Hold on a minute Nik, they recommended the model so why is it my fault? Plus on their website..."Our entry-level camera clip for all photographers. Rigidly carry your camera on any backpack strap, belt or bag." Their words not mine. Also when it didnt fit, I informed them which rucksack I had to prove it was a standard model.

Now I can go along with anyone that doesn't have an issue that's great, however you seem to be papping on like I'm some kind of idiot. But just to set you straight, I have three makes of tripod, one monopod varying in age and plate design and none hinder the rear screen on any of my cameras.
 
dcash29 said:
Hold on a minute Nik, they recommended the model so why is it my fault? Plus on their website..."Our entry-level camera clip for all photographers. Rigidly carry your camera on any backpack strap, belt or bag." Their words not mine. Also when it didnt fit, I informed them which rucksack I had to prove it was a standard model.

Now I can go along with anyone that doesn't have an issue that's great, however you seem to be papping on like I'm some kind of idiot. But just to set you straight, I have three makes of tripod, one monopod varying in age and plate design and none hinder the rear screen on any of my cameras.
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sorry you are correct, i wasn't implying your an idiot all. they have changed the web site. when i bought mine it clearly stated the you had to buy the M4/3 plate and infact it seems you can no longer buy it with that as a kit its only an add on. The longer clamping bolts were also advertised as needed for straps over a certain thickness-I haven't checked there wording on this but was aware i needed them before i paid. But I do stand by the fact that it is fit for purpose still, just not your purpose, they cant please all the people all the time.
 
niko said:
sorry you are correct, i wasn't implying your an idiot all. they have changed the web site. when i bought mine it clearly stated the you had to buy the M4/3 plate and infact it seems you can no longer buy it with that as a kit its only an add on. The longer clamping bolts were also advertised as needed for straps over a certain thickness-I haven't checked there wording on this but was aware i needed them before i paid. But I do stand by the fact that it is fit for purpose still, just not your purpose, they cant please all the people all the time.
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No problem, however when I bought mine the strap thickness wasn't advertised, you read it because I told them to state the fact. I didn't state the product wasn't fit for purpose, I said the design should be up to the job and I stand by that as the red knob needs improving when you have cold fingers or wearing gloves.

When I get time I'll manufacture a new one.
 
dcash29 said:
No problem, however when I bought mine the strap thickness wasn't advertised, you read it because I told them to state the fact. I didn't state the product wasn't fit for purpose, I said the design should be up to the job and I stand by that as the red knob needs improving when you have cold fingers or wearing gloves.

When I get time I'll manufacture a new one.
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strap thickness was on there a few years ago when i bought mine (same time the pro version was released) but i guess they lost it in the edits over the years. look i really don't care that much, and wont argue with you . it works for some and not others.
 
My Viltrox thing arrived yesterday, first impressions are mixed, it weighs more than I do and the bolts aren't long enough for my main hiking daypack (Millican Fraser) and are only just long enough for my mid size biking daypack. (I have a lot of rucksacks!)

I'm off out on the mountain bike later so we'll see how it goes.
 
Well a day out mtbing and I'm much happier with the Viltrox, I even think it might be a slightly better design than the PD with it having a separate knurled dial for increasing the tension on the tripod plate to act as a lock. I did a a couple of long rocky descents (inc Garburn Pass for those that know it) and you don't even notice it's there. It never slipped on the pack and the tripod plate into the unit itself seemed secure enough, but the tripod plate rattled loose on the camera body so needed re-tightening - I've put some thread lock on now so that should be sorted. It's easy to get the camera in and out of the plate even with winter gloves on and given that I was using the Peak Designs Shell Camera Cover which was getting in the way a touch then that's a good sign.

Downsides:

Weight - I know a lot of photography magazines seem obsessed with the idea that for something to be durable it needs to be metal but personally I'd be happy to see this made of a decent plastic and save some weight and cost.

Bolts - not long enough for a decent daysack let alone something beefier such as the more padded shoulder straps of a 50-60L rucksack so I'll need to find some longer bolts. On a separate note I think that even fairly expensive camera specific hiking packs are generally quite crap when compared to good quality "normal" packs and the straps are usually a bit of a let down so I can see why camera accessories manufacturers build their kit "down" to the camera bag standards.

The logo - is upside down but I can live with this!
 
that sounds good, just to point out the pd has the same knob for increasing tension on the plate, but the version you got is so much cheaper, bargain by the sounds of things
 
Ah, I thought the PD used the release catch to increase tension. So in effect the PD has release, lock and increase tension whereas my Viltrox thing has release and increase tension to lock.
 
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