Overview
Not Just Another Neck Strap
Let’s be clear — the F1 functions beautifully as a neck strap — but it really shines when worn cross-body (sling-style).
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 launched with our M1-Series — 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). By foregoing quick-release, F1 takes the original M1a’s slim proportions and easy adjustability to a completely new level.
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 comes 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).
Michael Nelson –
I bought the F1 strap for my LUMIX GX9 because I wanted a versatile strap that was easy to handle and adjust. The F1 more than met my expectations. I’m very happy with the quality and versatility of this product.
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Bryon –
Wanted a comfortable, light weight adjustable camera strap for my Fuji X100V. The F1 in Castor Grey is perfect! Never gets in the way when shooting like my leather strap, and takes up almost no space in my camera bag. So versatile as a cross-body strap, as a shoulder strap or even as a wrist strap. Everybody should own a Simplr.
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Khürt Williams –
I bought the F1 strap for my Fujifilm camera because I prefer not to wear logos and leather straps are rough on my skin. Then with a few tugs and one loop, it turns into a wrist strap. Brilliant! Now, I want one for my Minolta 35mm film camera.
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Sai –
I like almost everything with the F1 camera strap. Looks great, feels great and doesn’t slip as some of the other straps I have used in the past. The feature to double up as a wrist strap is genius, IMHO! My only gripe is that the rings seem to be a tad too small to install easily. They were constantly slipping from my fingers as I attempted to get a good grip on them and simultaneously widen them enough to slide through the camera mounts. Having said that I will still be ordering more of these for my other cameras. Very well made product, overall. Thanks!!
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Douglas –
I bought a Fujifilm XT-3 and wanted non-leather strap to use with it.
When finding your straps online and looking at your product videos, I was pretty sure the F-1 would be the appropriate choice for my new camera. And I found that to be the case. I especially like the ability to make it a hand strap. I also wanted something lighter weight and flexible.
I really couldn’t be happier. Thanks !!!
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Tobias Tyler –
I’ve been shooting with my Simplr F1 strap for a few weeks now, and I’m completely in love with it. The single length adjustment tab is quicker and easier to use than a traditional camera strap that has length adjustments on both sides, and I frequently switch between using the F1 as a wrist strap for extra security while casually carrying my camera in my hand, to a short neck strap to free up both hands while switching lenses, to a cross-body sling for extended periods of hands-free carrying. The F1 has low-profile lug mounts, and takes up almost no space when it’s rolled up as a wrist strap, which allows for easy storage of a camera with the strap still attached, and eliminates the need for a quick-release system, in my opinion. This adds a bit of extra simplicity to my setup that I really enjoy: I can pull my camera out of my bag (by the strap, if I’m pressed), loop it around my wrist, and be ready to shoot, instead of having to pull my Peak Design strap out from a pocket in my bag and attach each side of the quick release system before feeling safe to take my hands off my camera. My ONLY complaint is that when I ordered it, I expected the strap to be about a quarter of an inch wider than it turned out to be, but that’s on me for not checking the dimensions before ordering, and it’s still a wide enough strap to match well with mirrorless bodies, even larger ones like my Panasonic G9.
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C. Law –
I’ve tried a couple different straps from more well-known brands before finding the Simplr F1. In my opinion, this is far and away the best match to my Leica Q2. It is a minimalist and functional. It carries the heft of the Q2 very well, can be quickly and easily adjusted, weighs almost nothing, and packs down very small. It is everything I need and nothing I don’t and it looks great. And the construction and materials are excellent! Personally, I think this is a good value for the prices, but then again I bought a Leica so I may not be the best judge of that… Haha, either way, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this friends.
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Ellen –
I bought this strap for a Fuji XT-2, after spending a long time looking at many strap reviews and trying several others. For me, this strap is perfect — simple, clean look, comfortable, and easy to adjust. A bonus is that it’s easily converted into a wrist strap.
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Jay W. –
Love this camera strap. After buying many camera straps over the years I finally found the one! The versatility is the best. Can be used as a neck strap or cross body. First time I used it was on a 5 hr tour. I carried a Sony A7III with a Tamron 28-200 lens on it. You know something is great when you never have to think about it, you just use it and it work well. Super comfortable to wear and easy to adjust.
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Aaron Alfano –
The F1 is perfect for a reasonably size camera like my Nikon FE. I only use modest sized prime lenses and the 1″ webbing is plenty comfortable for the size and weight of my camera and lens. The ease of going from long sling strap to shorter neck strap to wrist strap is a huge advantage, and in wrist strap mode the camera slides in and out of a bag much easier. I was afraid that the strap would tend to slip off my shoulder but the webbing has enough texture to hold on well. The strap appears really well made and I like the understated appearance—I bought the gray strap which I think compliments my chrome camera nicely.
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@baldmisanthrope –
This camera strap works exactly as advertised. Strong, minimalist, no frills. Best feature is how it can be converted into a wrist strap with no extra hardware.
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John Dawson –
I recently purchased the Simplr F-1 camera strap in Army Green. I originally bought it because I liked the way it looked in the photo, but when it actually arrived I really like it for a number of other reasons. Obviously, the quick easy adjustment is one of the great features. But what I really liked was that it was very lightweight, strong, and could easily be stuffed down into a smaller camera bag very quickly. Other leather straps you’d be gathering up and struggling to contain them. The F-1 is simple to put away, no pun intended. Turned out to be a great purchase.
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Mark Lapriore –
I grabbed an F1 strap for a Zeiss Super Ikonta i’ve been shooting for a while now, and even though it’s not the worlds lightest camera, the simplr strap is super comfy slung across shoulder…and this coming from someone who has had shoulder reconstructive surgery from an accident years ago!!! I absolutely love everything about this strap. It’s simplicity..ease of use..design…even the logo. I know it shouldn’t matter to me, but thought in design is something that appeals to me, from the buckles, to the color of the straps, to the logo. I like the look of this strap as much as I like using it.
And don’t even get me started on customer service. I buggered up a split ring trying to spread it over something I shouldn’t have, and when I asked if I could purchase a replacement, JP dropped a pack in the mail. The customer service isn’t so much that, as it is just dealing with a one “real” person operation.
I will be back for more straps!!!
Thank you-
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Glenn –
Perfect strap for FujiFilm x-t3. Light weight yet strong. Easy to adjust length or convert to wrist strap
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J2wice –
Bought this for my Canon AE1 program. The F1 has a clean design that compliments any camera. It doesn’t “scream” name brand, but instead looks sleek and reliable. Very pleased with how direct and easy it is to adjust. It’s a camera strap and that’s all it needs to be!
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Radu –
I ordered two F1 straps recently. Today I attached one to my X-T30 and I’m extremely happy with it.
The strap is unassuming (branding is on the inside of the strap!), light, flexible and is very well made. It’s really confortable and I love the fact that it is narrow at both ends and doesn’t have any bulky elements there, close to the camera, like PeakDesign straps have. This makes it very easy to hold the camera both horizontally and vertically, while wearing the camera strapped diagonally across the chest.
Your designs and workmanship are great!
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KH chang –
F1 is a camera strap that supports Sling, Neck & Wrist wearing, change without any clicks, attach or detach. No metion it is supper light weight & low volume.
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Anna McCarthy –
Loving my black F1 that arrived with me in London this week for my Fuji x100V. This strap and the camera seem to be a perfect match. The camera being to me like the black dress of cameras and the strap the most understated yet also functional accessory.
Thank you for your great customer service and a great product. Form follows function but you have nailed both
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Bill H. –
This is my third Simplr strap, and first F1 model (heavier camera). Attaches differently than M1 but followed the diagram- no problem.
No metal parts to scratch anything, plenty strong, enough length for using cross-body. Great products!
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Michael Batchelor –
This might be my new favorite strap. It’s comfortable, and it holds my F2 securely while looking understated and classy.
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Robert –
I purchased an F1 strap for my Fuji X-Pro 3 and wow. This is easily the most comfortable and versatile strap I have bought. Unlike my high end leather camera straps, the F1 is incredibly lightweight, not bulky, and easily wraps around your wrist.
Where it really shines is when it’s worn as a sling across your chest. The mechanism to make the strap tighter or looser is absolutely perfect and works without any issues. If anything I wish Simplr offered a wider version for larger/heavier camera bodies.
The F1 was worth every penny… it’s absolutely perfect, especially when traveling.
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Ricardo Lazzari –
The design of the F1 strap looked ideal for my Olympus mirrorless camera, so I decided to give it a try after being disappointed by other well-known brands. I must say it was “love at first sight” as soon as I attached it to the camera and started using it. I like the great quality, the lightweight hardware that won’t scratch my camera, the clean terminations, the fact that it takes minimal space in my bag, the easy adjustability, the green color, and of course, the overall simplicity of the design.
Although the width of the strap in perfect for my E-M1 MkII, I think a wider one would be better for the full-frame crowd. I hope all the necessary components are available off-the-shelf, so you can make it.
Bottom line: after being a photo enthusiast for fifty years, this is the best strap I have ever used, by a good margin. Probably the best strap in the world. It’s that simple!
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Mickx –
Best strap I ever had. Strong, compact, light and very comfortable. I also use it as a wrist strap. The F1 is attached to my X-T1and is a lot of fun to use. Works great. Very well made.
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David Lewis –
One each for Fujifilm X-T30 & X-H1. Elegantly simple in design & function , always attached.
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john phillip laranang –
I’ve been using the peak design slide lite, it’s an excellent strap but the strap gets in the way when I shoot or when storing it in my bag. Then I heard about simplr straps, I bought the F1 for my Fujifilm and it’s more than what I expected. It doesn’t feel cumbersome or in the way, it can easily fold or roll up in my peakdesign 3L everyday bag without taking a lot of space like my old peak design strap. It’s simple, clean and it just works! Thank you Simplr for making an excellent camera strap!!
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Anthony –
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!
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David Madisno –
Simple, elegant design, lightweight, secure connection. Excellent product.
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Ben M –
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.
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Mark –
Light and robust strap, readily adjustable. Stays out of the way when you need it to.
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Thierry Blomme –
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!
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Kimon Skarlatos –
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…
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Eric –
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.
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Kevin –
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.
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Simplr –
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Yes, the PD quick-releases have added a very significant amount of length to the strap (about 7″). Remove them, and you’ll find that the adjuster is better positioned. Bonus: without the added bulk of the quick-releases, you may not feel the need to remove the strap!
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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.
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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!
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Terry Forrester –
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.
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Claes A. –
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.
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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!
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Gireesh B. –
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.
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Tuan Nizan Samath –
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.
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Janet –
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!
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Bruno –
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.
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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!
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Dennis –
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sean –
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!
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DC Photo –
Perfect strap and great value. Totally happy. Thanks.
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Randy Pollock –
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.
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JD –
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.
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John Dillworth –
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
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Matteo –
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.
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Bill –
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.
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Andreu Rebés –
Perfect camera strap for my film Leica MP. Discreet, light and very easy to adjust
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Jeremy Lavender –
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 🙂
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Andrea G. –
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!
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Allan –
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.
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Mike A –
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!
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Soren –
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.
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Brian Lewis –
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.
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Michael Charek –
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.
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lynn R –
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.
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csbloom –
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.
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Fernando Diehl –
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.
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Andrew –
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.
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Bruce –
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.
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Mel Hughes –
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!
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Daniel –
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.
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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 !
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Merlin E –
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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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