The Convenience of Camera Accessories: How I Simplify My Photography Routine

As an avid photographer, I've learned that the right accessories can make all the difference in capturing great shots while minimizing hassle and frustration. One accessory that has been a game-changer for me is the Black Widow camera strap. Unlike traditional neck straps that can be cumbersome to deal with, the Black Widow is a sleek and convenient solution that allows me to carry my camera around easily without any distractions.

I was able to test out the Black Widow on a recent ziplining trip in Mexico, where I found it to be an absolute lifesaver. With the strap securely attached to my body, I could move freely and capture stunning shots without worrying about my camera getting in the way or falling off my neck. The best part? It didn't slow me down at all – I was able to zip line, take pictures, and enjoy the experience without any hassle. For photographers on-the-go, the Black Widow is a must-have accessory that makes it easy to capture great shots while staying comfortable and mobile.

Another accessory that has made a significant impact on my photography routine is the Zoom Quick Release Adapters. These adapters have revolutionized the way I work with filters, allowing me to quickly and easily swap out different lenses without the hassle of traditional threading. With the adapters, I can simply screw in the filter, attach it to the lens, and go – no more tedious screwing and unscrewing or worrying about filters falling off mid-shoot.

I've used these adapters countless times in the past, and they've saved me a lot of time and frustration. Whether I'm shooting in bright sunlight or trying to achieve specific effects with my lighting, these adapters have given me the flexibility and convenience I need to get the shot I want without compromising on quality. And the best part? The magnets on the filters are surprisingly strong, so I don't have to worry about them falling off mid-shot.

Last but not least, I'd like to introduce you to my favorite small camera accessory of all time – the friction arm quick release plates. These little guys have been a game-changer for me when it comes to setting up and tearing down my rig quickly and easily. Whether I'm using external monitors, tiny LED lights, or on-camera microphones, these quick release plates have made it possible to add and remove them in seconds – no more tedious screwing and unscrewing or worrying about compatibility issues.

These little plates are a simple yet ingenious solution that has saved me a lot of time and hassle over the years. They're easy to use, versatile, and compatible with most camera rigs, making them an essential accessory for any serious photographer on-the-go. And at an affordable price point, they're a must-have for anyone looking to streamline their workflow and get more shots.

Full Disclosure: I purchased these accessories personally or through my work at the office. The spider holster was from Amazon, the quick release plates were from eBay, and the zoom adapters were from B&H Photo. If you're interested in learning more about video blocks, check out the link in the video description – they offer an unlimited library of stock footage, motion backgrounds, and After Effects templates that are all 100% royalty-free.

In conclusion, camera accessories like the Black Widow strap, Zoom Quick Release Adapters, and friction arm quick release plates have revolutionized my photography routine. They've saved me time, hassle, and frustration, allowing me to focus on capturing great shots without compromise. Whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiast, I highly recommend investing in these accessories – your next shot could be just around the corner!

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enso lius Media Group decided to go on a big group trip to Mexico and I thought I would go over a few of the handy accessories I take with me everywhere I bring a camera as either a Justus in case item or something I cannot travel without so here is Handy Tech under 100 travel edition first up we have the black widow spider holster this is my favorite way to carry the Stills camera I bring with me everywhere the Fujifilm x100t how it works is you attach the mini ball joint to the 1 quarter2 thread at the bottom of your camera then you simply Slide the ball joint into the holster as it clicks into place the holster conveniently slips onto most belts but if your belt is too big for some reason you can always use the included belt in the kit the kit I got also came with a soft pad that goes under your camera so when you're walking around it isn't hitting your jeans or pants and potentially scratching your camera so getting into usage you simply push that on the red lever on the left of the Black Widow pull your camera out take your shots and slide it right back in this has really simplified the way I travel with a camera for Stills I had this with me on a recent trip to Japan and it was particularly nice to always have a camera with me without carrying it in my hands or in a large backpack and had my camera been in a backpack all the time I would have missed many opportunities to take a good photo you might be thinking well why wouldn't you just use a strap most cameras come with them for free well personally I find find included camera straps intrusive when moving around since they are not secured close to your body which can lead to them accidentally hitting something as you're walking falling forward when you're trying to tie your shoes or just getting in your way when you're shooting if you happen to have to take it off your neck for a shot which I have done many times in the past when using a neck strap so for me the Black Widow is a great solution to have an easy handsfree way to carry your camera around everywhere you go I was able to go from taking pictures of everyone ziplining in Mexico to going across myself with zero hassle in between and that is the best thing you can ask of a carrying solution for your camera something that doesn't slow you down but also doesn't keep you from missing a shot as it happens next up we have the zoom quick release adapters I've used these countless times in the past and they have saved me a lot of time traditional lens filters are threaded to screw onto the front of your lens the zoom adapters however are taking a different two-part approach the first part screws onto the back of the filter that you want to use the second part screws onto the lens where your filter would usually screw into then thanks to the magic of wonderful magnets your filter becomes incredibly easy to take on and off I have legitimately gotten shots I would not have gotten if I had taken the time to screw on ND filters onto the lens while something was happening the magnets on the filters are also surprisingly strong so you don't have to worry about them falling off if you're moving quickly the adapters come in varying filter and lens sizes from 49 mm up to 82 mm which will fit most standard photography lenses moving on on to perhaps my favorite small camera accessory of all time this little quick release I found on eBay I'm always looking for ways to save time while making videos and these have saved me plenty of time over the years if you ever make use of external monitors tiny LED lights or on camera microphones youve probably used a friction arm like this one usually what you have to do with these friction arms is find a point on your rig screw it all the way in then doing the same with whatever add-on you're using on the other end this is both an an and slow process so these little quick release plates take the place of screwing into a mounting point on your camera setup first you put the receiving end on your rig then you take the other end and put it on the arm or some other quarter2 thread that you want to use the result is something that is far faster to add to your rig and take off when needed I have these little guys on every external monitor we have in the office and it has made things much faster when switching through setups moving on to the full disclosure section of Handy Tech videos which is pretty simple since all the items included were purchased by me for my personal use or for use around the office the spider holster is from Amazon the quick release plates are from eBay and the zoom adapters are from B&H Photo speaking of Handy things video blocks video blocks has been providing affordable premium stock videos since 2011 they operate on a subscription based unlimited Library which is updated twice per month and includes over $10 million worth of footage After Effects templates and motion backgrounds everything in video Block's library is is 100% royalty-free and yours to use in both personal and Commercial products video blocks also offers a Members Only video Marketplace that host clips from the contributors around the world and to be clear contributors on that Marketplace keep 100% of the sales as commission video blocks takes no cut as the marketplace is members only and the video BLX is supported by that subscription Revenue so if you're looking for stock video for personal or professional use you can learn more about video blocks at the link in the video description you can also get access to the unlimited library and Marketplace for only $99 per year but if you use our link down below you'll be eligible for a 7-Day trial membership totally free which gives you access to up to 140 HG Clips valued at $140 per clip so thank you guys for watching I hope you found the accessories in this video helpful and if this video sucked you know what to do but if it was awesome get subscribed hit that like button or even consider supporting us directly by using our affiliate code to shop at Amazon buying a cool t-shirt or with a direct monthly contribution through the Forum now that you're done doing all that stuff you're probably wondering what to watch next so click that little button in the top right hand corner to check out Linus's unboxing and origin system that they built for himso lius Media Group decided to go on a big group trip to Mexico and I thought I would go over a few of the handy accessories I take with me everywhere I bring a camera as either a Justus in case item or something I cannot travel without so here is Handy Tech under 100 travel edition first up we have the black widow spider holster this is my favorite way to carry the Stills camera I bring with me everywhere the Fujifilm x100t how it works is you attach the mini ball joint to the 1 quarter2 thread at the bottom of your camera then you simply Slide the ball joint into the holster as it clicks into place the holster conveniently slips onto most belts but if your belt is too big for some reason you can always use the included belt in the kit the kit I got also came with a soft pad that goes under your camera so when you're walking around it isn't hitting your jeans or pants and potentially scratching your camera so getting into usage you simply push that on the red lever on the left of the Black Widow pull your camera out take your shots and slide it right back in this has really simplified the way I travel with a camera for Stills I had this with me on a recent trip to Japan and it was particularly nice to always have a camera with me without carrying it in my hands or in a large backpack and had my camera been in a backpack all the time I would have missed many opportunities to take a good photo you might be thinking well why wouldn't you just use a strap most cameras come with them for free well personally I find find included camera straps intrusive when moving around since they are not secured close to your body which can lead to them accidentally hitting something as you're walking falling forward when you're trying to tie your shoes or just getting in your way when you're shooting if you happen to have to take it off your neck for a shot which I have done many times in the past when using a neck strap so for me the Black Widow is a great solution to have an easy handsfree way to carry your camera around everywhere you go I was able to go from taking pictures of everyone ziplining in Mexico to going across myself with zero hassle in between and that is the best thing you can ask of a carrying solution for your camera something that doesn't slow you down but also doesn't keep you from missing a shot as it happens next up we have the zoom quick release adapters I've used these countless times in the past and they have saved me a lot of time traditional lens filters are threaded to screw onto the front of your lens the zoom adapters however are taking a different two-part approach the first part screws onto the back of the filter that you want to use the second part screws onto the lens where your filter would usually screw into then thanks to the magic of wonderful magnets your filter becomes incredibly easy to take on and off I have legitimately gotten shots I would not have gotten if I had taken the time to screw on ND filters onto the lens while something was happening the magnets on the filters are also surprisingly strong so you don't have to worry about them falling off if you're moving quickly the adapters come in varying filter and lens sizes from 49 mm up to 82 mm which will fit most standard photography lenses moving on on to perhaps my favorite small camera accessory of all time this little quick release I found on eBay I'm always looking for ways to save time while making videos and these have saved me plenty of time over the years if you ever make use of external monitors tiny LED lights or on camera microphones youve probably used a friction arm like this one usually what you have to do with these friction arms is find a point on your rig screw it all the way in then doing the same with whatever add-on you're using on the other end this is both an an and slow process so these little quick release plates take the place of screwing into a mounting point on your camera setup first you put the receiving end on your rig then you take the other end and put it on the arm or some other quarter2 thread that you want to use the result is something that is far faster to add to your rig and take off when needed I have these little guys on every external monitor we have in the office and it has made things much faster when switching through setups moving on to the full disclosure section of Handy Tech videos which is pretty simple since all the items included were purchased by me for my personal use or for use around the office the spider holster is from Amazon the quick release plates are from eBay and the zoom adapters are from B&H Photo speaking of Handy things video blocks video blocks has been providing affordable premium stock videos since 2011 they operate on a subscription based unlimited Library which is updated twice per month and includes over $10 million worth of footage After Effects templates and motion backgrounds everything in video Block's library is is 100% royalty-free and yours to use in both personal and Commercial products video blocks also offers a Members Only video Marketplace that host clips from the contributors around the world and to be clear contributors on that Marketplace keep 100% of the sales as commission video blocks takes no cut as the marketplace is members only and the video BLX is supported by that subscription Revenue so if you're looking for stock video for personal or professional use you can learn more about video blocks at the link in the video description you can also get access to the unlimited library and Marketplace for only $99 per year but if you use our link down below you'll be eligible for a 7-Day trial membership totally free which gives you access to up to 140 HG Clips valued at $140 per clip so thank you guys for watching I hope you found the accessories in this video helpful and if this video sucked you know what to do but if it was awesome get subscribed hit that like button or even consider supporting us directly by using our affiliate code to shop at Amazon buying a cool t-shirt or with a direct monthly contribution through the Forum now that you're done doing all that stuff you're probably wondering what to watch next so click that little button in the top right hand corner to check out Linus's unboxing and origin system that they built for him\n"