Details
Not Just Another Neck Strap
Let’s be clear — the F1 functions beautifully as a neck strap — but it really shines when worn sling-style (cross-body).
The integral “adjustment tab” quickly tailors the strap length, without additional plastic or metal hardware. That’s especially useful when worn cross-body — because you can go from having the camera securely cinched up, for easy mobility — to having it slung low, for unhindered portrait or landscape shooting — just by pulling the tab.
Less to Get in the Way
A funny thing happened when we created our M1-Series quick-release camera straps — a lot of people who thought they needed quick-release put one on their camera — then never took it off! Inspired by this, we developed the F1…
As it turned out, a lot of people just wanted to get their old-fashioned chunky, clunky camera straps out of the way (Simplr straps are anything but). The F1 incorporates the M1a’s slim proportions and easy adjustability — without quick-release.
If you need quick-release, and have a smaller camera, consider our M1a. If you don’t, the F1 is much stronger and harder-wearing, without additional bulk. In fact, It’s strong enough to be used with any camera and lens you own.
Sleeker Attachment
We’re particularly proud of the attachment hardware used on the F1. Instead of a one-size-fits-all compromise, we’ve got mounting options optimized for your camera.
The barely-there lug mount version is built with our proprietary split rings, made out of a steel and magnesium alloy that’s 25% stronger than stainless steel. They always spring fully closed, and won’t squiggle off your camera.
Our version of the “traditional” flat mount utilizes a sliplok developed by aerospace engineers, for cameras being sent to … you guessed it … space. We also came up with a more streamlined installation method that tidies up loose ends.
Light, Strong & Built to Last in the USA
Materials used to make the F1 are similar to what you’d find on state-of-the-art expedition gear, where strength-to-weight ratio is critical, and exposure to the elements is no big deal (try that with a fancy leather strap).
The F1 is built to ridiculously high standards in our shop, right here in the US.
Wrist Strap in a Pinch
Loop the strap through the D-rings for a quick and effective wrist strap. Also great to get your strap up and out of the way when using a tripod (or just tie it in a knot — seriously).
F1 Reviews & Sightings
Mindy Tan is an exceptionally talented documentary and street photographer, and Fujifilm Ambassador. In the the Fuji Girl series, Mindy talks about gear, technique, and what she looks for in her subjects. Unsurprisingly, the co-stars here are Fujifilm cameras, including X-T3 and gorgeous pre-release (as of filming) Fuji X-Pro3’s — and the co-co-star (does that make […]
Fujifilm X-Photographer Charlene Winfred is currently working in Iraq, advancing Preemptive Love’s noble mission, to provide assistance to refugees and residents of war-torn countries. Although she deserves a medal, it would appear she’s settled for a coveted Fujifilm X-Pro3. In this post, she shares her thoughts on the camera, as well as some truly breathtaking […]
Kevin Mullins, wedding & street photographer par excellence, reveals his thoughts on the highly anticipated Fujifilm X-Pro3, with which he’s been spending some top-secret time. We’re just happy to be along for the ride (that’s a Simplr F1 attached to it). He’s got a video and a detailed post — so be sure to check out […]
Anthony (verified owner) –
Great camera strap and great service! I needed a quality strap for a last-second work trip and wasn’t sure if the F1 strap would arrive before I left. I contacted them and received it a day early. I was able to use it on my trip without any hassles. The F1 works efficiently and adjusts from shoulder to neck strap like a charm!
David Madisno (verified owner) –
Simple, elegant design, lightweight, secure connection. Excellent product.
Ben M (verified owner) –
The F1 is the camera strap simplified to it’s most essential elements – exactly how I like things. It’s easy to adjust and slim enough to bundle up and stuff in my jacket pocket with my X100F. Highly recommended.
Mark (verified owner) –
Light and robust strap, readily adjustable. Stays out of the way when you need it to.
Thierry Blomme (verified owner) –
I do use the strap now for almost 4 weeks and yes, more than happy. Lightweight, functional, dynamic design, easy 2 use, easy to store … a no nonsense product!
For those whom hesitate … go for it … afterwards the smill you get from it, is daily and for free! Happy greetings from Belgium!
Kimon Skarlatos (verified owner) –
It was hard for me at first, to understand how a camera strap could change how I interacted with my camera. But there it was, attaching my Simpler F1 gave me a whole new way to shoot with my Fuji X100F.
It felt accessible, faster, safer and it gave me a more efficient shooting experience AND it looked good to boot!
Thank you!
PS. I hope you consider Making more products…
Eric (verified owner) –
I got a red F1 and it looks stunning. The stitching looks so sturdy that I have no problem at all trusting my camera to hang from it. It’s light as a feather and the minimal design is right up my alley.
Kevin (verified owner) –
Had the F1 for a few months now, and this is a great camera strap! It’s attached to my Fuji X-E3 with Peak Design quick release, and it all wears very comfortably. The strap feels nice and light, but very sturdy. Love the little raised thread that helps lock the strap loop ends in place, what a clever and effective design.
Maybe it’s just the size of my torso, but the part of the strap you pull on to adjust the length sits too high up and behind my shoulder when I’m wearing it sling style. Like I have to push my camera back behind me a little bit first to get to the adjuster, pull the adjuster, and then I swing my camera back in front of me. Or maybe if I take the plunge and do away with the quick release, I’ll have the length for the adjuster to sit more in front of me.
In any case, I really like this strap, and you might too.
Simplr –
Glad you’re enjoying your strap! It’s worth noting that the Peak Design quick-releases have added a very significant amount of length to the strap. Because of this, the adjustment tab is about 7” beyond where it would normally be. Try it without the added quick-releases and we think you’ll find it to be just right!
Morten –
I bought the F1, and received it only 3 days after (living in Denmark).
The strap doesn’t seem like much, but it certainly stick to the promise, being a camera strap and doing what it’s supposed to.
I just plain love it. Easy adjustment, and love that I can let the strap run through the D-rings, and then becoming a wrist strap.
Don’t rely on all the positive ratings. Just buy it.
Robin A. –
I wear my mirrorless Fujifilm xh1 camera up to eight-nine hours a day when traveling. I needed a strap that was comfortable, lightweight, and well-designed. Strength was of paramount importance to me, but I loathe bulky straps. The simplr strap meets all my criteria. It is lightweight, comfortable to wear, functions beautifully and “disappears” when I’m wearing it. I couldn’t be any happier!
Terry Forrester (verified owner) –
This strap, the F1 is just brilliant and if I were asked to suggest an improvement with its design, I could not!
I ordered a grey strap for my Fuji X-T3.
What I love about the strap is that it can be shortened and lengthened with ease.
It is light in weight, soft to the touch (comfortable) and just drops snuggly around the camera when its back in the bag.
Claes A. (verified owner) –
Very nice strap, I love it! Light and comfortable. Easy to use with the very handy adjustment tab.
For me who wear my camera slingstyle its just the perfect camerastrap. I will recommed it.
Matthew Stella –
Got my strap just in time for a New York trip. Had it on for a week straight and couldn’t be happier! Super easy to use and adjust. Would highly recommend picking one up!
Gireesh B. (verified owner) –
I purchased 2 F1 straps from JP a while back. The olive/green and a red strap.
The olive strap has seen a lot of use paired up with Fujifilm XT3 and has not shown fraying neither signs of wear after a long period of usage.
JP has been highly considerate and attentive towards any queries and I am highly satisfied with the product received.
My opinion is that there is honesty in the straps he produces, being highly durable to the extent one may never need to repurchase a strap from him once a strap is bought.
The red strap is a looker and although I have paired with an XT20 it has not seen much use. It’s my favourite by far of the two.
Tuan Nizan Samath (verified owner) –
I purchased the F1 straps and was using it for more than a year with my Fujifilm and Sony cameras. This is a great quality light weight camera strap. I am sure this is strong since I have use it with my Sony A7III with a heavy zoom lens. Another thing I like is there are no metal pieces that might scratch my camera when I put the camera in a bag with the strap. I also like how easy to adjust the length of the strap. I absolutely love this strap and will only buy this strap with the new cameras I am planning to buy very soon.
Janet (verified owner) –
I read a review of the F1 on a Fuji-related blog and realized this was the strap I’d been hoping to find. I now have them on three Fujifilm cameras (X-E2, X-Pro2, X-T3) and absolutely love the way they feel and function. For many years I’d used Domke straps on my Nikon gear but increasingly found them annoying when working in tight circumstances. Looked at other options but did not want anything complicated, hipster-esque, or (god forbid) that made me look like a wannabe gunslinger. It’s great to have the option to carry one or two cameras cross-body and to easily lengthen or shorten the strap at will. So happy to have found this perfect strap, and I have already recommended Simplr to friends!
Bruno (verified owner) –
I recently purchased Simplr strap, and i must say that is the best, stylish, versatile and excellent material strap in the market today. I receive it very quickly and enjoy it, from the first day.
Simplr have also a great and effective team.
Markus –
Best strap I’ve had. Light and versatile but sturdy. Before I didn’t like to keep strap attached on my camera unless I really needed it (Long walks or hikes etc.)
But this stays on all the time.
Definitely better than Black Rapid or PD. Don’t get me wrong, those are excellent straps too but get in the way or take too much space when you don’t really need them.
Simplr straps will be my number one option from now on. Highly recommended!
Dennis (verified owner) –
The name says it all, a simple strap! just need to take note of the direction of the strap when attaching the strap since i accidentally attached it facing the wrong way twoce, but after some careful planning was able to attached it with no problems. It looks sturdy and is loads better than the original strap from my fuji xt30. Emailed the owner with questions regarding if the lug would scratch the camera body and he quickly helped me. Good service and good item! keep up the good work, and maybe a free rubber oring would be great for the package! would definitely consider sinplr when i need another strap
Adrian Thornton –
Very happy with this strap. Comfortable, strong and packs away nicely in my camera bag. Really like how you can easily extend and shorten the strap while on the go.
Kevin –
I picked up two F1 lug mount straps and an M1 wrist strap in October. Five minutes ago, I picked up two more F1 lug mount straps. I have tried practically every strap in the business, and these are simply the best. The F1 has fantastic build quality (soft but robust nylon material that packs easily and keeps its shape), a brilliantly designed adjustment mechanism (smooth and fast) and overall good looks (tasteful with only discrete branding). The F1s complement my Fuji cameras so well and never get in the way like so many other straps.
Mike –
What a great strap the F1 is. It arrived quickly in a very unassuming package. Great quality and very comfortable to wear. The perfect compliment to my X100f. I don’t even know I’m wearing it and thanks to the design of the piece between the strap and the camera lugs, it does not ever get in the way while taking photos. Something that the clunky strap fasteners on my previous Peak Design strap did. It’s junk compared to the Simplr Strap. Exceptional.
And btw very strong as I got into a tugging match with someone who wanted to grab my camera while I was taking photos. I thought for sure it was going break. Nope.
Only gripe, I wish there was more colours.
Sean (verified owner) –
If you’re looking for a lightweight and ultra-minimalist strap, there is no doubt that the F1 for you. I was a longtime user of Peak Design leash, but was always often frustrated with the clunkiness of the metal mechanisms that connect the strap to the camera; these were especially annoying when shoving my camera quickly into my bag, since the metal would often grind against the side of my camera. The F1 has proven to be an ideal replacement, since it is equally quick-adjusting, but has absolutely no added bulk. Highly Recommended!
DC Photo (verified owner) –
Perfect strap and great value. Totally happy. Thanks.
Randy Pollock (verified owner) –
Good stitching, color is great. Hardware is strong enough to hold my Fuji X-T2 with battery grip and largest of lens. Going to buy soon for my other cameras.
JD (verified owner) –
Arrived quickly. And after I attached it…I looked at the video instructions again…and then attached it the correct way!
Great material and minimalist look. Easy to use and comfortable to wear.
John Dillworth (verified owner) –
I absolutely love this camera strap! Perfect for my Fujifilm camera. Small. light, strong and it lays flat against my neck. Nothing fancy but it looks great doing the job it is supposed to do. You will never even know it is there. Feels great, works great, looks great. Perfect. Highest recommendation
Matteo (verified owner) –
The F1 is an awesome strap. I transitioned from a somewhat rigid leather strap on my Fuji X-E2, which I usually shoot with the lightweight 35 f2 lens. This strap has made quick street shots 10x easier, as you can wear the camera sling-style and pull the tab to lengthen it immediately. After shooting you can tighten it back up and it doesn’t swing all over the place. I’m really excited to try it out for concert photography soon where having your camera close to your body is important but so is versatility with quick shots. Really loving this product.
Bill (verified owner) –
I Have F1 in green on my Fuji X-T20. Perfect size, strong and very well made! The pull tab to lengthen the strap is great, but when I shorten the strap to wear around my neck with the camera on my chest, it takes quite a reach around your neck to find and pull the tab!
I like the split rings but my 87 year old arthritic hands needed something to help mount them on the Fuji lugs. I finally got them installed using an old staple remover to pry the rings apart.
Andreu Rebés (verified owner) –
Perfect camera strap for my film Leica MP. Discreet, light and very easy to adjust
Jeremy Lavender (verified owner) –
I purchased the lug mount F1 Sling strap, a black one, for my Fuji X-H1 and was very pleased when I received it. Perfectly sized and great quality materials. I have had so many straps for my cameras, even beautiful -and expensive- leather ones, but each of them was always at some point in my way while shooting and I hated that.
This one seems to have been carefully designed for a light, practical but still secure use and it is easy to switch from slinging strap to a neck one and even go all the way down to a wrist strap… Awesome! The smaller rings attached to the strap are not the most easy to fit on the camera but it is just about 10 painful minutes until enjoying the fact that you don’t need anymore additional pieces of plastic or leather to protect your camera body from eventual scratches. As announced on this website, you can indeed notice that the small rings have a stronger resistance from what you usually see with others; this should avoid any bad surprises for many years. That alone is also well worth the annoying 10 minutes to attach the strap to your body.
Really enjoying a lot this simple but very well though strap to my camera and will order another one, a red one this time, for my Fuji X-Pro2 too.
Good job guys, awesome product and not too expensive either which is another pleasant surprise.
Cheers from Scotland
A new happy customer 🙂
Andrea G. (verified owner) –
I was looking for simplicity and I found it!
I’m using the strap with a dslr (flat mount) and I really like it.
It’s simple and functional, no brand, no camera model, just a very well made piece of gear.
Thank you Simplr!
Allan (verified owner) –
I purchased the lug mount F1 Sling strap for my Fuji X100F and have found it to be a truly excellent strap.
It has a ton of length adjustment so you can carry your camera around your neck or you can extend the strap, making it long enough to wear cross-body with the camera resting under your hand at your side – protected from bumps and bangs when in a crowd and out of the way for a nicely inconspicuous carry. This is how I prefer to carry my camera when I’m out and about.
The price is well within reason and the F1 is made of durable, high quality materials and components. I highly recommend this camera strap and will be getting a couple more of them for my XPAN II and my M4-P. I would not change anything about the design of the F1 strap; it is near to perfection as is.
One thing I would like to see is more color options, though. I wanted some color in my strap but the red was too bright for me so I went with the olive green. I would great to see the folks at Simplr offer more color options such as royal blue (Zeiss and Hasselblad’s color), kelly green (Fujifilm’s color), yellow (Kodak’s color) and orange and maroon to go along the red strap.
Mike A (verified owner) –
I saw the F1 strap on the FujiLove website and its simplicity and style really caught my attention. I previously had a “rope” style strap on my XT-3 which after a while felt uncomfortable. So I took the plunge and bought the grey F1 to complement the silver top of the camera. It feels great due to the increased width, is built extremely well and looks very cool indeed. I’m a great fan of “less is more” and this really ticks that box. It cost a further £15 in customs duty to import to the UK but it has been well worth it.
Many thanks Simplr for a great product!
Soren (verified owner) –
I just love the simplicity of the Simplr straps. Got them for two of my cameras, to compare with the Peak Design Slide Lite strap that I have on another camera, and these just do the job so much better, much lighter and pleasant to use.
Only downside is that they are a bit too “shiny” for my taste, but I guess that will wear off after some more use.
Brian Lewis (verified owner) –
I have been using this daily on my X-Pro2 for about a month now. Functionally, it is perfect. Really, this is everything I ever wanted in a camera strap. I’ve been through several of the fashionable paracord/rope straps and they pale in comparison. If you are looking for function over form, this is the strap to have. I particularly like weaving it through itself and using it as a wrist strap.
Michael Charek (verified owner) –
I first became aware of Simplr when I read a review on the FujiLove site. I had been looking for a strap to replace the Peak Design Leash I had been using, to attach to a new quick-detach swivel connector on the camera. I emailed Simplr asking if I could order the F1 strap a little bit longer, and told JP, the owner, what I was trying to accomplish. He suggested altering the strap to connect it more directly to the swivel without hardware, and I immediately ordered one.
The strap is simplicity itself. Made of rugged materials, with no metal hardware that might scratch a camera. I adjusts easily and stays put after adjustment. And it looks great. I picked the black color, which fits perfectly with a black Fuji X-H1.
I can highly recommend Simplr for their products, their quality, and their willingness to work with their customer to tailor a strap to their needs.
I will be ordering Simplr straps for my other photo equipment soon.
lynn R (verified owner) –
What is nice about the F1 is that it simply disappears in use, other straps I have owned and used didn’t, I always found myself fiddling with them.
The F1 is a strap that gets out of the way and lets me focus.
csbloom (verified owner) –
With 40 years of taking pictures under my belt and over 20 cameras in use, I decided to try the Simplr F1 strap. My old favorites were from Tamrac and they were so overbuilt that even after 25 years they’re still in use I have and use custom straps from Gordy’s for some of my vintage cameras, a Monarch paracord strap, some newer Tamrac straps and some model specific straps from China that are dedicated to Rolleiflexes. I will never purchase a Peak design strap and will not attach any strap to the tripod mount and let it dangle around waist level. With that being said, my first Simplr F1 arrived in gray and immediately got attached to my Fujifilm XH-1. I travel frequently and I’m hiking outdoors a lot with a 100-400mm lens, a Rolleiflex and usually three other lenses. Weight, durability and comfort are all factors for me but so is space. The F1 strap is not only the lightest, it’s also the strongest strap I’ve used. It can also fold on itself and be reduced to nothing when packed in a camera bag or backpack. It’s also void of any rivets or unnecessary metal in its construction which means that unnecessary scrapes and scratches caused by strap will be avoided. That’s important too, especially with an 85-year old vintage Leica camera whose value could be affected considerably. Yes, it’s also very comfortable. The strap is a near-perfect balance of form and function. It really is. I’ve now purchased three and the super-strong split rings built into the F1 strap to improve some of my other straps. If there was an option for a “neckpad” or a simple band of the same nylon webbing that served only to keep the straps together that would be great but without it, it’s still the best. You won’t be disappointed and even if you already like the strap you’re using, the Simplr straps will be great for a change of pace.
Fernando Diehl (verified owner) –
Good product, excellent quality.
I loved the simplicity and functionality, and the colors are so beautiful.
It has just the necessary components, that make it easier to use, no excessive nor decorative pieces.
I recommend the F1.
I will buy a wrist model soon.
Andrew (verified owner) –
I have the F1 lug mount strap which I use on a Fuji X-T20. While agreeing with the other reviews, I would like to emphasise the facility that allows quick and effective adjustment of the length of the strap. This allows you to quickly switch between sling and neck depending on the situation and also to quickly adjust where the camera sits; hip, waist or chest. I find this invaluable when out and about in the field particularly in crowds. It’s is a very well thought through product.
Bruce (verified owner) –
The strap arrived just in time for me to travel to a wine region for the weekend. On inspection the strap is well made with plenty of stitching that is clean with no frills or dags, but provides plenty of strength where you need it.
After many tries to attach the strap to my Fuji X-T20 with the 18-55 lense, my fingers got quite sore trying to pry the rings open to the lugs. A tool to use and open up the rings would be a good value add I believe.
Otherwise, carrying the camera around and adjust the strap has been a breeze to use and given me so much more freedom is taking photos.
Still a great outcome for me.
Mel Hughes (verified owner) –
I have a love/hate relationship with straps to the point where all I have used for the past year have been leather wrist straps from Gordy. But as functional as a wrist strap is, at some time or the other I find myself needing a neck strap. I thought the Peak Design straps and quick releases might work but found them too fiddly and bulky under hand close to the camera. I also distrust their attachment cords. They went back to Peak Design. The adjustable Artisan & Artist Easy Slider I got worked OK but was still a bit thick under the hand or over the hand when handling the camera. When I read Charlene Winfred’s review of the F1 and looked at the photos, I thought it just might work for me. I ordered one and put it on my new X-T3. So far, it has exceeded all my expectations. It is simple, straightforward, strong, and extremely functional. The slider works as well or better than the old Artisan and Artist I have. Having the thinner straps as the connection to the camera cleans up the area around the right side, the right grip of the camera where most of the controls lie. I am going to leave the F1 on the X-T3 while I still have Gordy wrist straps on my X-E3, X-Pro2, and X-T2. It will take a bit longer to figure out which is going to work best for me. But if I have to have a longer, adjustable strap, the Simplr F1 is definitely the best I have found!
Daniel (verified owner) –
So far, my impressions are,
– Very lightweight. Quite a surprise since it’s lighter than the Peak Design Leash v2
– Very, very compact, compared to the Peak Design Leash v2
– Design and build is robust, inspires confidence
– The way you have a thinner strap leading to a wider strap; this works really well. The strap stays out of my way when I grip the body, unlike the Artisan & Artist Easy Slider (ring attachment type) straps. This is what works on the Peak Design straps too.
– No metal design = no scratching. Even the custom O rings are sized correctly; it’s difficult to contact the body when using the strap to hold up the camera.
– That O ring is gold. It’s springy, it’s got great tension, it’s compact. Works even on an X100F sized body.
– Wrist strap “hack” works well
So far, it’s very comparable to the Leash v2, which is my current favourite strap.
Only 1 thing bugs me but I need more time to see if this really turns into a bug; the thinner strap that attaches from the plastic D string to the custom metal O ring – it’s made of a softer material that already has a tiny bit of fraying. Even the act of threading the O ring thru the camera lugs can result in a few strands breaking. And God forbid this touches velcro. I can understand why this is a preferred material – it’s softer and very comfortable on the hands. Guess we can’t have everything.
Pauline –
This F1 strap is terrific. I saw it on Palle Schultz You Tube where he was using it for video on an XT2 – so I tracked it down from the UK.
It’s on an XT2. It beats having a ton of neoprene and plastic clips getting caught up on other straps and ending up like a black snake pit. Nothing to hook up on so when you take it out of your bag you get just the camera and not the binoculars, light meter, spare batteries etc… Then, you put it round your neck and it stays there not getting hooked on your jacket – Hey!
Almost Zen like – if you can apply that to a camera strap – beautifully made. One is not enough, the other cameras are getting fidgety !
Merlin E (verified owner) –
I want to compliment you on the excellence of the F1 in every regard, from workmanship to the lighter weight, less bulk, and far more maneuverability than the Op-Tech straps I have been using for decades.
I am using the F1’s with both of my Fuji X-T2 bodies and a variety of lenses including the 18-55mm and 90mm.
The F1 connectors (split rings) seem far more robust than the Op-Tech Mini QD loops on the M1’s. I have those connectors for my X30, but that camera (with a fixed 27-112mm zoom lens) weighs less than a pound with battery and SD card.
Thanks again!
Ted R. –
This is a lovely strap and probably the most intuitive to adjust of any I’ve had. I’m using it on my A7 III and it’s a joy to go from carrying the camera tight against my body to being ready to shoot instantly.
it’s a very well thought out product and seemingly very well made. I don’t anticipate I’ll be changing it any time soon.
I also get a lot of compliments on the camo green color. It’s my first Simplr strap, but not my last!
Staley –
Less is more. I love this strap. I’ve been lugging my camera around remote western Alaska for the last several weeks and it’s been great. I don’t want to think about a damn strap. I just want it to work. The adjustment tab is great as I cycle through various layers of clothing as the weather changes every 15 minutes. Fleece and raingear and T-shirt’s.
Simple. Clean. No snags. Understated on the street and rugged for a professional environment. It just works.
Jarvis Chen –
Everything is a bit more streamlined compared to the already incredibly sleek M1a, and the little keeper plastic tab is gone. For me, the new adjustment tab is a marked improvement as the straps are now attached from the underside at only a single point, rather than two. This allows the other side to loosely swing, be less rigid and makes adjustments a bit quicker. The D rings are also a bit sleeker, which is a subtle change but it makes all the hardware in line with each other in terms of proportions.
Overall, this is my new favorite. I have purchased M1a’s for all my favorite cameras and a few more for friends, but I might start amassing some F1’s.
If you have a street camera or keeping things small on your mirrorless, this is a no brainer–the best in the industry.