Cotton Carrier
Before heading out on assignment, I make a mental checklist of the gear I will be needing, and camera supports are always on that list. Depending on where and what I plan to photograph, I might take a mid- or full-size tripod and be done with it. If I anticipate taking low-angle photographs, I will also pack along a tabletop-size tripod and, for ground-level shooting, one of my Platypods. Truth is, if I have the space, I take all three options, because if I leave any of these options behind, I know I will need it when I get where I’m going
Nature photographers blazing a trail through forests, jungles, and other terrain will be happy to learn that the Cotton Carrier CCS G3 Strapshot is available in stealthy RealtreeXtra camo. This color pattern option helps wearers blend in with their surroundings and capture beautiful photographs without disturbing wildlife.
My first thought when asked to test the Cotton Carrier CCS G3 Harness system was, “why would I need a harness? I’ve been operating just fine with basic camera straps over my shoulder for years, and a harness will only impede access to my cameras.” It didn’t take long to realize how wrong I was and, while I may not need a harness, I certainly benefitted from its advantages. Yes, you will need to get past the baby carrier and bullet
Carry your DSLR camera comfortably and intelligently—with an attached telephoto lens and related accessories, two DSLRs with attached lenses, or a DSLR and binoculars with one of three Cotton Carrier CCS G3 Harnesses. Using the harness allows the wearer to remain hands-free, and helps reduce unwanted camera movement. For stealth, harnesses come in Realtree Xtra Camo or gray. Depending upon model, harnesses include one or two of the following: tether split-rings,
Whether we think of them as essential tools or just cool gizmos, the gear we use makes our outdoor activities safer and more fun. Technological advances have brought us equipment that past generations could hardly imagine—and it gets smaller, cleverer, and more effective all the time. Here’s a look at some gadgets and gear that will enhance your outdoor adventures.
Personal solar power has come into its own, and you can now use your very own photovoltaic cells to recharge your devices, as long as the weather cooperates. The
As a working photographer, the center of the universe is your camera bag and its contents. Your cameras and lenses are the tools of your trade. As you may have noted, both are mentioned in plural because just as you wouldn’t jump out of an airplane without a backup parachute, you shouldn’t attempt to photograph an emotionally spiked, non-repeatable event armed with only one camera. The same applies to lenses, too. The many aspects that comprise shooting weddings—portraits, the ceremony, dimly lit environs, tight, crowded quarters and bright