Camera harness, Belts and Pouches
Good photography is not only about cameras and lenses, but also about how you carry and access your equipment. Camera harnesses, belts and pouches allow me to keep essential gear close at hand while maintaining freedom of movement.
For sports, events and street photography, I prefer systems that provide quick access, comfort and flexibility. Depending on the assignment, I can carry one or two cameras, add a lens pouch or keep smaller accessories within easy reach — without always having to work from a traditional camera bag
I regularly get asked questions about my photography gear. That is the reason I’ve compiled a list of my camera strap kit. I don’t usually emphasize the gear aspect of my photography, but I hope this is helpful to someone. I am not sponsored. All my gear was acquired with my own funds.
Whether I am walking the streets for hours or moving quickly along the sidelines of a sporting event, my carrying system becomes an important part of the way I work.
That is why I use solutions from The Hantler, Peak Design and Lowepro. The Hantler combines craftsmanship and comfort with the character of a beautifully made leather harness, Peak Design offers clever and flexible solutions that adapt quickly to different cameras and situations, while Lowepro provides practical, dependable carrying options designed for photographers working on the move.
Each serves a different purpose, but they all allow me to carry my equipment securely, access it instinctively and concentrate on the photograph rather than the gear hanging from my shoulder.
Think Tank Modular Belt system
The Think Tank Modular Belt System is all about freedom of movement and immediate access to my equipment. I mainly use it during sports and documentary assignments, when I need to move quickly while keeping essential lenses and accessories within easy reach.
By distributing the weight around my waist instead of carrying everything on my shoulders, I can work comfortably for longer periods. Different pouches allow me to adapt the setup to each assignment and carry only what I really need. For me, this modular approach is ideal: less searching, fewer distractions and more focus on what is happening in front of my camera.
Think Tank Pro Speed Belt V3.0
The Think Tank Pro Speed Belt V3.0 has become a very practical part of the way I carry my equipment. I mainly use it for sports and events, where I want to move freely and have my lenses and accessories immediately within reach.
Depending on the assignment, I can add different Think Tank pouches for an extra lens, batteries or other essentials. This means I don’t have to put down or open a camera bag every time I need something.
Combined with my Think Tank harness, it also helps distribute the weight more comfortably. I especially appreciate the freedom it gives me: less time searching for equipment and more attention on what is happening in front of my camera.
Think Tank Pixel Racing Harness V2.0
The Think Tank Pixel Racing Harness V2.0 is a useful addition to my carrying system, especially during longer sports and event assignments. I use it together with my Think Tank Pro Speed Belt to distribute the weight of my equipment more evenly across my shoulders and waist.
This makes a real difference when I am working for several hours with multiple lenses and accessories. The harness keeps the belt stable and comfortable while still allowing me to move freely and reach my equipment quickly.
For me, the biggest advantage is simple: I can carry more equipment with less strain, while keeping my hands free and my attention on the action.
Think Tank Digital Holster 40 V3.0
I don’t always want to carry a full camera bag. Sometimes I simply need one camera, one lens and the freedom to move. That is where the Think Tank Digital Holster 40 V3.0 fits perfectly into the way I work.
I can keep my camera protected but ready to grab in seconds. Attached to my Think Tank Pro Speed Belt, the holster moves with me rather than becoming something I have to carry separately.
I especially appreciate this during sports and events, where I may spend hours walking, waiting and suddenly having to react. My gear stays out of the way until the moment I need it — and that moment can happen very quickly.
Think Tank Lens Changers
When I am photographing sports or events, I don’t want to search through a camera bag every time I need another lens. Think Tank Lens Changers keep my most important lenses exactly where I need them: within easy reach.
I attach them to my Think Tank Pro Speed Belt and choose the sizes depending on the assignment and the lenses I expect to use. Changing lenses becomes quick and intuitive, while my hands remain free when I am moving around.
What I like most is the simplicity of the system. A lens comes off the camera, another one goes on, and I can immediately continue shooting. When moments happen quickly, that efficiency really matters.
Think Tank Skin Changer Pop Down
The Think Tank Skin Changer Pop Down is one of those pouches that becomes useful whenever I need to carry more than expected. Its expandable design gives me extra space when I need it, while remaining relatively compact when I don’t.
I attach it to my Think Tank Pro Speed Belt and use it for accessories such as spare batteries, memory cards, filters, cleaning materials or other small essentials. The pop-down section can be extended to create additional capacity, making it easy to adapt the pouch during an assignment.
For sports and event photography, I especially appreciate having these items on my belt rather than buried somewhere in a camera bag. I can reach what I need quickly, keep my hands free while moving around and avoid putting a bag on the ground every time I need something.
It is a simple benefit, but an important one: less searching, fewer interruptions and more time with my eye on what is happening in front of me.
Think Tank Gear Pouches
Over the years, I’ve learned that keeping the small things organised can make a big difference when I’m working. Think Tank Gear Pouches give batteries, memory cards, cables, chargers and other small accessories their own place instead of letting them disappear somewhere in my camera bag.
I use different sizes depending on what I need to carry. The transparent panels are particularly useful because I can immediately see what is inside without opening every pouch.
They work just as well inside a larger camera bag as they do for organising equipment before an assignment. I can group accessories by purpose, grab the pouch I need and know that everything is there.
For me, their biggest advantage is simple: less searching, better organisation and more time to concentrate on photography.
The Hantler Dual camera harness
I use this for my business photography assignments where I work with two cameras. This leather system gives me the freedom to keep both bodies immediately accessible without carrying a conventional camera bag. Its dual-camera design allows me to switch naturally between different camera and lens combinations as the situation changes.
The leather construction gives the harness a distinctive, timeless appearance while distributing the weight of my equipment comfortably across my shoulders. I particularly appreciate this during longer assignments, where quick access and freedom of movement can make a real difference.
Having two cameras ready also means fewer lens changes and less chance of missing an important moment while changing equipment. For me, The Hantler Dual Camera Harness combines functionality with craftsmanship — a practical and elegant way to keep my cameras close, secure and ready for whatever happens next.
Lowepro Field & Street system
I particularly appreciate having essential equipment within easy reach, allowing me to change lenses or grab an accessory without interrupting the flow of photographing. By distributing the equipment around the body, the system also provides a practical alternative when carrying a shoulder bag or backpack would restrict my movement.
This makes it especially useful when I need to stay mobile and react quickly to changing situations. For me, the Lowepro Field & Street System is not simply about carrying equipment — it is about keeping my gear accessible while giving me the freedom to concentrate on what is happening in front of my camera.