I know it's hard to believe, but SmugMug really is giving away a free DSLR camera strap to all listeners of Digital Photography Life who ask for one. They're even paying for the shipping! Really! All you have to do is ask. It's insane.
The strap is padded, it's comfortable, and it's a million times better than the instrument of decapitation that came with your DSLR. You even get the patented SmugMug smiley face on it, which will be sure to put a grin on your subject.
So, if you have DSLR or a high-end point and shoot that takes a standard strap, and want to stop feeling as if your camera is conspiring to cut off the circulation at your neck, please do yourself a favor and fill out this form. Really. What could you be waiting for? I have no reason to think this offer will last forever, so don't delay.
Why, you may ask, is SmugMug doing this? The free camera strap is normally only available to SmugMug members or members of a handful of photography forums.
From talking to the people at SmugMug, I think its because they truly love the listeners of Digital Photography Life. They recognize what Scott Kelby has always said - that our listeners are really the kindest, coolest, most enthusiastic and motivated shooters out there. It's a community they consider themselves part of. They're glad to contribute, and we're glad to have them.
That's also why they're offering our listeners an astounding 50% off SmugMug service at any level (enter code "Flickr" at checkout). This is a fantastic discount that is not easily found from any company. I truly do believe they're offering it to you because you're the kind of person they want on SmugMug. You can sign up for a free trial here. See if you don't love it like Michael and I do.
Speaking of which, have you seen our new Digital Photography Life SmugMug site? It's real new, but it's coming along nicely.
PS: This is NOT me in the photo. I can't afford that lens!
I actually submitted a request for the strap when it was first announced, and just received it this week. MUCH nicer than the strap that came with the camera. Thanks to DPL and SmugMug!
Posted by: BullShooter | December 21, 2008 at 10:16 AM
I got my strap a week ago (only ordered it a short while back) and I really like how stretchy and forgiving it is. Very comfortable. Also less theft-inviting that the name of the camera in large letters.
Thanks Scott and Michael. Hope you have good Holiday and keep us posted with more podcasts and photos. Great stuff.
Posted by: Carter | December 21, 2008 at 11:17 AM
Got mine yesterday, putting it on my camera today to shoot a couple basketball games. I am looking forward to it. It looks well connstructed and aloy more comfortable than the one that came with my D300. And best of all IT WAS FREE. SmugMug and DPLife rock. Thanks again !!! Dan (Fast_50)
Posted by: Daniel Ogren | December 21, 2008 at 12:40 PM
Just finished 4 hours of shooting. The SmugMug strap was much more comfortable. The elasticity takes a little getting used too. I kept thinking the cammera was falling. Once I got used to that it was awesome. If you still use the strap that came with your camera you are crazy.
Posted by: Daniel Ogren | December 21, 2008 at 05:35 PM
Only took a week to get here. VERY nice strap. I love smugmug!
Posted by: Jim Harmer | December 27, 2008 at 12:26 AM
I hope everyone had a great Holiday! I had forgotten all about the SmugMug camera strap so I was a little surprised when I found it in my mailbox yesterday. I will be putting it on my camera today. It looks and feels very nice.
A big thanks to Michael, Scott and SmugMug for the new camera strap!
Posted by: Michael | December 27, 2008 at 09:05 AM
I received mine and actually use it as a strap for my monopod. Before I was using a rifle sling strap and wanted to use something that wasn't quite as imposing. The smugmug strap works great.
While I'm at it I'll give a plug for Smugmug's service. I have a pro account with them although it is mostly for sharing high school sports photos. I've order prints through them several times and have gotten quality prints and quick delivery. In my case the prints are made by a lab outside of Atlanta.
Posted by: Alex | December 29, 2008 at 01:02 PM
I finally put mine on and love it. I just wish I had waited a few weeks to sign up with smugmug and I could have saved a bunch of $$$ as well.
Still a great service and you have a great podcast as well.
Posted by: Stephen | January 08, 2009 at 11:40 PM
My strap arrived here in Finland yesterday, January 28.
Thanks DPL and SmugMug!
Posted by: Stefan | January 29, 2009 at 01:24 PM
is this offer still going ?
Posted by: LOLORD | October 03, 2009 at 12:29 AM
actually when you buy a camera there was a strap on it for free, that's why you dont have to get one of this. or you can get it when you lost your camera strap.
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