PGYTECH Beetle Camera Clip with Plate Camera Quick Release System for Sony, Nikon, Fuji, DSLR Action Camera Backpack Camera Strap Mount

This is another one of those 'Why didn't I buy one sooner?' accessories. It wont make you a better photographer but will make your photography better (or rather easier). I first tried a different (cheaper and nastier) make of camera clip several years ago and I hated it because the plate kept jamming in the clip. It was strong enough to hold anything I hung from it, but the hassle of almost twisting my arm off to release the camera from my shoulder strap - or taking off the entire bag in frustration whilst trying not to damage my camera - made me regret the purchase. Fast forward five years and countless missed photo opportunities because my camera was inside my bag as I walked, I decided to look again at camera clips because my photography is changing to include longer hikes and less tripod use (especially seeing as how IBIS now provides greater potential for handheld shooting). I couldn't justify the cost of similar products from Peaky Designers, but the PGYTECH Beetle was 30% cheaper and well reviewed, so I took the plunge. Awesome decision. It's well made with a sleek anodised finish, and it's effortlessly simple to clip onto my shoulder strap without the need to fiddle with mounting screws (which cause much of the jamming I experienced previously). I especially like the locking mechanism to prevent accidental release, but if you mount the clip correctly so your camera slides in from above then it shouldn't fall out unless you're hanging upside down (bungee jumping photographers beware!). The camera plate is Arca-Swiss compatible for ball head mounting, and you can also buy additional plates and a quick release clamp which mounts to tripods, allowing you to transfer your camera from shoulder to tripod in less time that it takes you to say it. I won't be suspending a heavy wildlife lens from this thing even though it claims to hold up to 30kg, but it's held my Z8 and 24-120 without any concerns at all (although I also attach a wrist strap from the camera to a carabiner as a means of secondary retention just in case). It's comfortable, durable and has so far held up to a variety of hikes through mountains, forests and beaches. And yes I've been able to capture fleeting moments as I stroll along, which has made my photography much more enjoyable. I'd heartily recommend this item to anyone.

Super handy bit of kit for hikes with any kind of slr camera with a chunk of glass on it. Good amount of regulation - i had it on paper thin foldable backpack arms as well as on proper chunky padded hiking ones. Makes the camera easier to reach, safer to transport (no flailing around the neck or under arm), you can put it sideways if you have a zoom with scope creep issues, and provides huge relief to neck ache. I usually have the neck strap on just in case, but so far never had the camera disconnect on accident, even with knocks on branches or random backpack/belt pulls. It really stays in place and releases super easy when you need it to at a press of a button. It's actually smaller that I expected it to be having experience with other brands, but does weigh a bit which lends to a secure, sturdy feel. Well happy with it after almost a year and a half now, and a good amount of hikes in various climates, dry, wet, hot and cold.

This is a top piece of kit for helping to distribute the weight while carrying your slr during shoots or hiking. It gives you hands free walking while maintaining quick easy access. At first I thought this was expensive, however upon receiving it I quickly recognised the quality of its engineering and build. It has adjustable settings and will fit nearly all back pack harnesses, and this is so easily done within a couple of secure clicks. The connection housing is universal and screws into the bottom of your slr. Fitting the camera to the beetle clip on your harness is a size slide lock which gives a nice resounding click when housed, and has a quick button release when you wish to access your camera. When it is in situ, attached to your harness, the weight is so well distributed that you don't notice it. Over all this is a top piece of kit.

I don't know why these clips (not just this pgytech one, but in general) are so expensive. I put off getting one for ages because of the price, so just used my neck strap and/or bag, which work fine, but this makes it so much easier to just slot your camera away to free up your hands and quickly get it ready again when you need it. Assuming you have a halfway decent backpack, it's going to be a lot more comfortable to use this than your neck strap. The camera doesn't sway about knocking into things, it's nice and secure out of the way. I love using it, to the point that I sometimes take my backpack when I don't really need it. This Pgytech clip is a bit cheaper than a lot of the competitors and is much easier to unclip and reclip to a different strap when needed which is a massive bonus for me. Recommended.

This product is brilliant. The quality is fantastic, everything feels very durable. The clip system works really well and fits various different thickness bag straps. The mount slides in and out the holder with ease and the lock gives that extra bit of security. The ability to quickly detach it to adjust its placement or swap to another bag is priceless for me, I do a lot of walking and swap bags frequently. I use it with an a6000 so haven't tried it with a heavier system. I've tried the peak design version and this is much better for me purely due the clip system and it's cheaper! My only minor gripe is that after walking for a few hours the back of the holder digs in to your chest, the weight of the camera means the back is not sat flush and could do with some padding on it. Well done PGYTECH

Great bit of kit I use it on a canon r6mk2 with 70/200 l lens with no problems

So i opted for this camera clip over a one from another brand and im pleased to say its been brilliant, i bought it specifically for a trip to disneyland paris. The clip itself i had clipped directly on the shoulder strap of my rucksack it has a clever mechanism that allows it to fit a padded shoulder strap. The clip comes with a mounting plate to screw into the base of the camera same as a tripod shoe, this then slots into the clip allowing the camera to sit there. To release the camera there is a push button to operate then just lift the camera out, as a final bit of security this button can be rotated 90 deg and effectively locks so the camera cant be removed. While walking round the parks over the 4 days the camera always felt safe and secure and taking it off the clip was nice and easy, great product well worth the money

I read the reviews for this but took the chance on buying it. I can confirm that the top is made of aluminium but the back plate is plastic, don't know how long it will last with taking it on and off of bag straps. I did read the review for the PD version but my gripe with that was you have to screw the plates together on the strap, can't be arsed faffing around, the foldable clip for this clasp us much better After reading a couple of the reviews where it said that the camera would just dismount from the plate I took precautions and added a tether from my camera and hooked it onto the strap as well, if it did drop it wouldn't just crash to the ground I used it on two 6 mile walks across different terrains and it remained fixed within it's housing, I have my Canon 77D and Tamron 18-300mm lens attached. I can only imagine that the other camera's must have been heavy which released the trigger. To date I am very happy with this clip, I do think that the whole unit should be metal not plastic, especially for the cost which is why I've only given it 4 stars. Will update if it eventually falls off Update 14/06/2023 Have used it quite a few times lately on outings with the camera club, touch wood have had no issues at all, it's just a shame you can't buy a second for half price, I'd have another fitted to my other rucksack Update 11/01/2024 Have used the last one so much up and down mountains and had no problems with it at all, have increased the rating plus ordered another one because I was sick and tired of removing it to attach to another rucksack Overall very impressed

Génial, efficace et très solide

Diseño Ergonómico y Funcional El Beetle Clip está diseñado para ser extremadamente ergonómico, proporcionando una forma cómoda y segura de llevar la cámara. Se acopla fácilmente a la correa del hombro o al cinturón, permitiendo un acceso rápido y sencillo a la cámara cuando sea necesario. Construcción Sólida La calidad de construcción es impresionante. Fabricado con materiales duraderos y resistentes, este clip garantiza la seguridad de la cámara, incluso en condiciones de movimiento constante. La robustez del clip ofrece tranquilidad, sabiendo que la cámara está bien sujeta. Facilidad de Uso El mecanismo de liberación rápida es uno de los puntos más destacados. Permite montar y desmontar la cámara en segundos, lo que es especialmente útil durante sesiones de fotografía dinámicas o en viajes. Además, el clip se adapta a diferentes tamaños de correas y cinturones, ofreciendo una gran versatilidad. Comodidad en el Transporte Llevar la cámara en el hombro o en el cinturón con el Beetle Clip reduce significativamente la fatiga en comparación con llevar la cámara colgada del cuello. Esto es ideal para largas jornadas de fotografía o videografía, proporcionando una manera más cómoda de transportar el equipo. Seguridad y Estabilidad El diseño del Beetle Clip asegura que la cámara esté firmemente en su lugar, eliminando cualquier riesgo de caídas accidentales. La estabilidad adicional proporcionada por el clip permite moverse con confianza, sabiendo que la cámara está segura. Relación Calidad-Precio El precio del Beetle Clip es muy competitivo considerando su alta calidad y las ventajas que ofrece. Es una inversión valiosa para cualquier fotógrafo o videógrafo que busque una forma segura y conveniente de llevar su cámara.

🏆 Qualità Il Beetle Clip è costruito con lega di alluminio, garantendo resistenza e leggerezza. Il sistema di sgancio rapido SnapLock è compatibile con Arca-Swiss, permettendo un fissaggio sicuro e stabile. Inoltre, il design anti-scivolo con cuscinetti in gomma evita movimenti indesiderati. 🔗 Connessione Si aggancia facilmente a zaini, cinture e tracolle, offrendo un modo pratico per trasportare la fotocamera senza doverla tenere in mano. Il meccanismo di blocco laterale impedisce rilasci accidentali, aumentando la sicurezza durante gli spostamenti. 🎨 Design Il design è compatto e minimalista, con un peso di soli 93 g, ma una capacità di carico fino a 25 kg. La finitura in alluminio nero gli conferisce un aspetto professionale e discreto. 💭 Pareri personali Dopo averlo provato, posso dire che è un accessorio indispensabile per fotografi in movimento. La possibilità di avere la fotocamera sempre a portata di mano senza doverla riporre nello zaino è un grande vantaggio. Se cerchi un supporto sicuro e pratico, il Beetle Clip è un'ottima scelta

As soon as you take this camera clip out of the packaging, it is very apparent, that the quality is excellent. It is easy to use and the back side (that would face your body) is rounded on all edges. I have mine on a PGYTech OneMo2 35L camera bag and I couldn't love it more. I will say that the way they designed that bag, it attaches in front of the big padded strap, thus never touching against your body. A very nice design touch, HOWEVER, (very small caveat) the strap that it does attach to allows it to move a little, even on tightest. Not worth removing a star at all, as I feel like that is kind of a circumstantial situation. I would HIGHLY highly highly recommend this camera quick release for your backpack (and the PGYTech OneMo 2 bag). I read all the reviews before buying, like you, so trust me, I know you need to hear this, GET THIS ONE.

Very good quality and very convenient for the quick release button. strong hold on backpack strap