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Olympus Metal Neck Strap for Stylus series Cameras

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Olympus sturdy metal neck strap for the Digital Stylus series and the C-50\60 Zoom. Olympus logo in blue at end where it loops to camera.

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

by PowerReviews
OlympusMetal Neck Strap
 
4.6

(based on 12 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (12)
  • Does not chafe (10)
  • Strong construction (10)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Comfort (5)
    • Stable (3)
    • Supporting camera (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (8)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    A Metal Neck Strap That Doesn't Bite!

    I was leery of purchasing this item as I'd had a rather painful encounter with metal neck straps in my past. In the 70's my Father had purchased a metal neck strap with his...Read complete review

    I was leery of purchasing this item as I'd had a rather painful encounter with metal neck straps in my past. In the 70's my Father had purchased a metal neck strap with his first 35mm rangefinder camera (a Konica). As I said, it was the 70's and I had cajolled my parents into letting me wear my hair a bit longer so it was shaggy and hung far below my collar.

    I was very keen to use Dad's camera and when he said that I could I was thrilled. I carried the camera reverently down to a local park and when I got there I threw the metal neck strap over my head to free my hands to manage the light meter (remember those daze?).

    The chain immediately bit into the long hair at the back of my neck and would not let go. I initially tried to act cool but as I struggled to free my hair with one hand, the pain grew and I tried even harder to remove it. I finally made an attempt to lift the camera and neckstrap from around my neck but this resulted in it hanging down my back clamped to my hair. Finally, after spinning around three or four times, I got ahold of both the neck strap and my hair. I pulled at the two bits frantically and ripped them apart. Even though it didn't look as cool from that day on I have been a dedicated leather neck strap user, until now ...

    So, you can see my concerns when I considered purchasing this metal neck strap ... suffice it to say my concerns were groundless. Metal neck strap technology must have been progressing by leaps and bounds sinces my "boogaloo in the park" so many years ago. The Olympus strap itself feels silky to the touch, almost as if it was made of a cloth material. It's light-weight and quite sturdy. It adds an increased sense of security when using the Olympus Digital Voice Recorder and gives you the ability to work with it without needing one had to hold onto the unit.

    Inexpensive, useful and most important of all ... no hair pulling!

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Camera strap

    I bought this and used on a Pentax camera (to replace a wrist strap) - it should work on any camera that has a place for a strap. It worked fine, but it ...Read complete review

    I bought this and used on a Pentax camera (to replace a wrist strap) - it should work on any camera that has a place for a strap. It worked fine, but it is not adjustable. It is smooth and slightly heavier than a fabric strap.

    Reviewed by 12 customers

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    4.0

    Great Neck Strap

    By pnhndlgrl

    from Tallahassee, FL

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Does not Chafe
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

        I use this neck strap to carry my Olympus digital voice recorder for work. It allows me to keep my hands free to take notes or control the a directional microphone.

        When not using the strap with the digital recorder I can hang my sunglasses or computer glasses from it.

        Smooth, flexible light-weight chain that doesn't catch on your neck hair or clothing.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        5.0

        Get rid of useless wrist straps

        By Dave W

        from New Jersey

        About Me Pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Does not Chafe
        • Looks good
        • Strong Construction
        • Well Made

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Comfort
          • Stabilizing

          Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

          Those wrist straps supplied with point and shoot cameras are worthless. These Metal neck Straps are perfect. They are light, not bulky and comfortable around your neck. i have 5 of them
          3 on my P&S cameras, one one my bloggie camcorder and one 1 use for my electronic, portable hikers gps.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          5.0

          I can drop anything

          By obform

          from Red Sox Nation

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Does not Chafe
          • Prevents drops
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Stabilizing

            Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

            When I want my digital voice recorder immediately at hand, for example driving or running through airports, I keep in in my shirt pocket, where it is safer with the neck strap in use.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            5.0

            Excellent Olympus Neck Strap

            By Mark

            from Towson, MD

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Does not Chafe
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Comfort
              • Stabilizing
              • Supporting Camera

              Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

              Great quality at a low price.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              I love this neck strap!

              By Maddy

              from Mercerville, NJ

              About Me Casual Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Does not Chafe
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

              • Can't think of any

              Best Uses

              • Comfort
              • Supporting Camera

              Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

              I bought this neck strap after having to replace a dropped camera. I used this neck strap on my new camera as a preventative measure. I just love it. The strap is long enough to use the camera, but short enough not to get in the way. The strap is comfortable and doesn't get tangled in my hair.
              In fact, my husband liked it so much that he "borrowed" it for his work camera and I had to buy another strap. Got the very same one because it is a very useful and inexpensive item and I just love it. I am secure in knowing that my camera is not going to be dropped by me or anyone using it!

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              not just for cameras

              By gruntled

              from durham nc

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Does not Chafe

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                  Hang the Olympus VN-8100PC voice recorder around neck.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Share this review

                   
                  5.0

                  Works well

                  By Isoflex

                  from Arkansas

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Does not Chafe
                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                      Wife uses it for carrying GPS while horseback riding in the woods. She loves it.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Share this review

                       
                      5.0

                      Just hanging around...

                      By Kathy

                      from Maryland

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Does not Chafe
                      • Strong Construction

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                          Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                          Necklace is very well made; smooth, comfortable and flexible. Works great for having the Olympus digital voice recorder handy.

                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No

                          Share this review

                           
                          5.0

                          Great light weight strap

                          By Jan

                          from Peterborough, NH

                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Comfortable
                          • Strong Construction

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                              Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                              I bought one of these straps a few years ago for my Stylus 1030 SW camera. I liked it so much that I bought another one for my new Olympus Tough. I use the cameras when I am skiing and doing other sports with the kids. The strap fits easily under my ski coat or in my pocket. I like a neck strap instead of a wrist strap so that I can keep my hands free. The strap bends easily, but is very durable.

                              Share this review

                              (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              5.0

                              A Metal Neck Strap That Doesn't Bite!

                              By Robert H. Elliott

                              from Vancouver, Canada

                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Comfortable
                              • Does not Chafe
                              • No Hair Pulling
                              • Strong Construction

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Comfort
                                • Security
                                • Supporting Camera

                                Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                I was leery of purchasing this item as I'd had a rather painful encounter with metal neck straps in my past. In the 70's my Father had purchased a metal neck strap with his first 35mm rangefinder camera (a Konica). As I said, it was the 70's and I had cajolled my parents into letting me wear my hair a bit longer so it was shaggy and hung far below my collar.

                                I was very keen to use Dad's camera and when he said that I could I was thrilled. I carried the camera reverently down to a local park and when I got there I threw the metal neck strap over my head to free my hands to manage the light meter (remember those daze?).

                                The chain immediately bit into the long hair at the back of my neck and would not let go. I initially tried to act cool but as I struggled to free my hair with one hand, the pain grew and I tried even harder to remove it. I finally made an attempt to lift the camera and neckstrap from around my neck but this resulted in it hanging down my back clamped to my hair. Finally, after spinning around three or four times, I got ahold of both the neck strap and my hair. I pulled at the two bits frantically and ripped them apart. Even though it didn't look as cool from that day on I have been a dedicated leather neck strap user, until now ...

                                So, you can see my concerns when I considered purchasing this metal neck strap ... suffice it to say my concerns were groundless. Metal neck strap technology must have been progressing by leaps and bounds sinces my "boogaloo in the park" so many years ago. The Olympus strap itself feels silky to the touch, almost as if it was made of a cloth material. It's light-weight and quite sturdy. It adds an increased sense of security when using the Olympus Digital Voice Recorder and gives you the ability to work with it without needing one had to hold onto the unit.

                                Inexpensive, useful and most important of all ... no hair pulling!

                                Share this review

                                (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                 
                                3.0

                                Looks nice but isn't strong

                                By Dudzik

                                from Poland

                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Adjustable
                                • Comfortable

                                Cons

                                • Not so strong

                                Best Uses

                                • Comfort

                                Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                Looks very nice and stylish, but don't try to use it in uncomfort situation (in the wood) - it is not so strong!

                                Share this review

                                (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                 
                                3.0

                                Camera strap

                                By Judie

                                from Fairfield, CA

                                About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Comfortable
                                • Does not Chafe
                                • Strong Construction

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                    I bought this and used on a Pentax camera (to replace a wrist strap) - it should work on any camera that has a place for a strap. It worked fine, but it is not adjustable. It is smooth and slightly heavier than a fabric strap.

                                    Share this review

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                                    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

                                    by PowerReviews
                                    OlympusMetal Neck Strap
                                     
                                    4.6

                                    (based on 12 reviews)

                                    Ratings Distribution

                                    • 5 Stars

                                       

                                      (9)

                                    • 4 Stars

                                       

                                      (1)

                                    • 3 Stars

                                       

                                      (2)

                                    • 2 Stars

                                       

                                      (0)

                                    • 1 Stars

                                       

                                      (0)

                                    92%

                                    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

                                    Pros

                                    • Comfortable (12)
                                    • Does not chafe (10)
                                    • Strong construction (10)

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Comfort (5)
                                      • Stable (3)
                                      • Supporting camera (3)
                                        • Reviewer Profile:
                                        • Photo enthusiast (3)
                                        • Was this a gift?:
                                        • No (8)

                                      Most Liked Positive Review

                                       

                                      A Metal Neck Strap That Doesn't Bite!

                                      I was leery of purchasing this item as I'd had a rather painful encounter with metal neck straps in my past. In the 70's my Father had purchased a metal neck strap with his...Read complete review

                                      I was leery of purchasing this item as I'd had a rather painful encounter with metal neck straps in my past. In the 70's my Father had purchased a metal neck strap with his first 35mm rangefinder camera (a Konica). As I said, it was the 70's and I had cajolled my parents into letting me wear my hair a bit longer so it was shaggy and hung far below my collar.

                                      I was very keen to use Dad's camera and when he said that I could I was thrilled. I carried the camera reverently down to a local park and when I got there I threw the metal neck strap over my head to free my hands to manage the light meter (remember those daze?).

                                      The chain immediately bit into the long hair at the back of my neck and would not let go. I initially tried to act cool but as I struggled to free my hair with one hand, the pain grew and I tried even harder to remove it. I finally made an attempt to lift the camera and neckstrap from around my neck but this resulted in it hanging down my back clamped to my hair. Finally, after spinning around three or four times, I got ahold of both the neck strap and my hair. I pulled at the two bits frantically and ripped them apart. Even though it didn't look as cool from that day on I have been a dedicated leather neck strap user, until now ...

                                      So, you can see my concerns when I considered purchasing this metal neck strap ... suffice it to say my concerns were groundless. Metal neck strap technology must have been progressing by leaps and bounds sinces my "boogaloo in the park" so many years ago. The Olympus strap itself feels silky to the touch, almost as if it was made of a cloth material. It's light-weight and quite sturdy. It adds an increased sense of security when using the Olympus Digital Voice Recorder and gives you the ability to work with it without needing one had to hold onto the unit.

                                      Inexpensive, useful and most important of all ... no hair pulling!

                                      VS

                                      Most Liked Negative Review

                                       

                                      Camera strap

                                      I bought this and used on a Pentax camera (to replace a wrist strap) - it should work on any camera that has a place for a strap. It worked fine, but it ...Read complete review

                                      I bought this and used on a Pentax camera (to replace a wrist strap) - it should work on any camera that has a place for a strap. It worked fine, but it is not adjustable. It is smooth and slightly heavier than a fabric strap.

                                      Reviewed by 12 customers

                                      Sort by

                                      Displaying reviews 1-12

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                                      4.0

                                      Great Neck Strap

                                      By pnhndlgrl

                                      from Tallahassee, FL

                                      About Me Casual Photographer

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Comfortable
                                      • Does not Chafe
                                      • Strong Construction

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                          Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                          I use this neck strap to carry my Olympus digital voice recorder for work. It allows me to keep my hands free to take notes or control the a directional microphone.

                                          When not using the strap with the digital recorder I can hang my sunglasses or computer glasses from it.

                                          Smooth, flexible light-weight chain that doesn't catch on your neck hair or clothing.

                                          • Was this a gift?:
                                          • No

                                          Share this review

                                           
                                          5.0

                                          Get rid of useless wrist straps

                                          By Dave W

                                          from New Jersey

                                          About Me Pro Photographer

                                          Verified Buyer

                                          Pros

                                          • Comfortable
                                          • Does not Chafe
                                          • Looks good
                                          • Strong Construction
                                          • Well Made

                                          Cons

                                            Best Uses

                                            • Comfort
                                            • Stabilizing

                                            Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                            Those wrist straps supplied with point and shoot cameras are worthless. These Metal neck Straps are perfect. They are light, not bulky and comfortable around your neck. i have 5 of them
                                            3 on my P&S cameras, one one my bloggie camcorder and one 1 use for my electronic, portable hikers gps.

                                            • Was this a gift?:
                                            • No

                                            Share this review

                                             
                                            5.0

                                            I can drop anything

                                            By obform

                                            from Red Sox Nation

                                            Verified Buyer

                                            Pros

                                            • Comfortable
                                            • Does not Chafe
                                            • Prevents drops
                                            • Strong Construction

                                            Cons

                                              Best Uses

                                              • Stabilizing

                                              Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                              When I want my digital voice recorder immediately at hand, for example driving or running through airports, I keep in in my shirt pocket, where it is safer with the neck strap in use.

                                              • Was this a gift?:
                                              • No

                                              Share this review

                                               
                                              5.0

                                              Excellent Olympus Neck Strap

                                              By Mark

                                              from Towson, MD

                                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                              Verified Buyer

                                              Pros

                                              • Comfortable
                                              • Does not Chafe
                                              • Strong Construction

                                              Cons

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Comfort
                                                • Stabilizing
                                                • Supporting Camera

                                                Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                Great quality at a low price.

                                                • Was this a gift?:
                                                • No

                                                Share this review

                                                 
                                                5.0

                                                I love this neck strap!

                                                By Maddy

                                                from Mercerville, NJ

                                                About Me Casual Photographer

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Comfortable
                                                • Does not Chafe
                                                • Strong Construction

                                                Cons

                                                • Can't think of any

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Comfort
                                                • Supporting Camera

                                                Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                I bought this neck strap after having to replace a dropped camera. I used this neck strap on my new camera as a preventative measure. I just love it. The strap is long enough to use the camera, but short enough not to get in the way. The strap is comfortable and doesn't get tangled in my hair.
                                                In fact, my husband liked it so much that he "borrowed" it for his work camera and I had to buy another strap. Got the very same one because it is a very useful and inexpensive item and I just love it. I am secure in knowing that my camera is not going to be dropped by me or anyone using it!

                                                • Was this a gift?:
                                                • No

                                                Share this review

                                                 
                                                5.0

                                                not just for cameras

                                                By gruntled

                                                from durham nc

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Comfortable
                                                • Does not Chafe

                                                Cons

                                                  Best Uses

                                                    Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                    Hang the Olympus VN-8100PC voice recorder around neck.

                                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                                    • No

                                                    Share this review

                                                     
                                                    5.0

                                                    Works well

                                                    By Isoflex

                                                    from Arkansas

                                                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                    Verified Buyer

                                                    Pros

                                                    • Comfortable
                                                    • Does not Chafe
                                                    • Strong Construction

                                                    Cons

                                                      Best Uses

                                                        Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                        Wife uses it for carrying GPS while horseback riding in the woods. She loves it.

                                                        • Was this a gift?:
                                                        • No

                                                        Share this review

                                                         
                                                        5.0

                                                        Just hanging around...

                                                        By Kathy

                                                        from Maryland

                                                        Verified Buyer

                                                        Pros

                                                        • Comfortable
                                                        • Does not Chafe
                                                        • Strong Construction

                                                        Cons

                                                          Best Uses

                                                            Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                            Necklace is very well made; smooth, comfortable and flexible. Works great for having the Olympus digital voice recorder handy.

                                                            • Was this a gift?:
                                                            • No

                                                            Share this review

                                                             
                                                            5.0

                                                            Great light weight strap

                                                            By Jan

                                                            from Peterborough, NH

                                                            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                            Verified Buyer

                                                            Pros

                                                            • Comfortable
                                                            • Strong Construction

                                                            Cons

                                                              Best Uses

                                                                Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                                I bought one of these straps a few years ago for my Stylus 1030 SW camera. I liked it so much that I bought another one for my new Olympus Tough. I use the cameras when I am skiing and doing other sports with the kids. The strap fits easily under my ski coat or in my pocket. I like a neck strap instead of a wrist strap so that I can keep my hands free. The strap bends easily, but is very durable.

                                                                Share this review

                                                                (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                                                                 
                                                                5.0

                                                                A Metal Neck Strap That Doesn't Bite!

                                                                By Robert H. Elliott

                                                                from Vancouver, Canada

                                                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                                Verified Buyer

                                                                Pros

                                                                • Comfortable
                                                                • Does not Chafe
                                                                • No Hair Pulling
                                                                • Strong Construction

                                                                Cons

                                                                  Best Uses

                                                                  • Comfort
                                                                  • Security
                                                                  • Supporting Camera

                                                                  Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                                  I was leery of purchasing this item as I'd had a rather painful encounter with metal neck straps in my past. In the 70's my Father had purchased a metal neck strap with his first 35mm rangefinder camera (a Konica). As I said, it was the 70's and I had cajolled my parents into letting me wear my hair a bit longer so it was shaggy and hung far below my collar.

                                                                  I was very keen to use Dad's camera and when he said that I could I was thrilled. I carried the camera reverently down to a local park and when I got there I threw the metal neck strap over my head to free my hands to manage the light meter (remember those daze?).

                                                                  The chain immediately bit into the long hair at the back of my neck and would not let go. I initially tried to act cool but as I struggled to free my hair with one hand, the pain grew and I tried even harder to remove it. I finally made an attempt to lift the camera and neckstrap from around my neck but this resulted in it hanging down my back clamped to my hair. Finally, after spinning around three or four times, I got ahold of both the neck strap and my hair. I pulled at the two bits frantically and ripped them apart. Even though it didn't look as cool from that day on I have been a dedicated leather neck strap user, until now ...

                                                                  So, you can see my concerns when I considered purchasing this metal neck strap ... suffice it to say my concerns were groundless. Metal neck strap technology must have been progressing by leaps and bounds sinces my "boogaloo in the park" so many years ago. The Olympus strap itself feels silky to the touch, almost as if it was made of a cloth material. It's light-weight and quite sturdy. It adds an increased sense of security when using the Olympus Digital Voice Recorder and gives you the ability to work with it without needing one had to hold onto the unit.

                                                                  Inexpensive, useful and most important of all ... no hair pulling!

                                                                  Share this review

                                                                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                                                   
                                                                  3.0

                                                                  Looks nice but isn't strong

                                                                  By Dudzik

                                                                  from Poland

                                                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                                  Pros

                                                                  • Adjustable
                                                                  • Comfortable

                                                                  Cons

                                                                  • Not so strong

                                                                  Best Uses

                                                                  • Comfort

                                                                  Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                                  Looks very nice and stylish, but don't try to use it in uncomfort situation (in the wood) - it is not so strong!

                                                                  Share this review

                                                                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                                                   
                                                                  3.0

                                                                  Camera strap

                                                                  By Judie

                                                                  from Fairfield, CA

                                                                  About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                                  Pros

                                                                  • Comfortable
                                                                  • Does not Chafe
                                                                  • Strong Construction

                                                                  Cons

                                                                    Best Uses

                                                                      Comments about Olympus Metal Neck Strap:

                                                                      I bought this and used on a Pentax camera (to replace a wrist strap) - it should work on any camera that has a place for a strap. It worked fine, but it is not adjustable. It is smooth and slightly heavier than a fabric strap.

                                                                      Share this review

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