On 7/3/2013 12:52 PM, Bowser wrote:
On Wed, 03 Jul 2013 08:32:23 -0500, Dave S wrote:

Reading the thread "Looking for DSLR selection recommendation" shows
back-to-back reports of cameras being stolen.

I just returned from a trip to southern Europe. In Rome's central train
station we had an uncomfortable experience. We arrived at our platform
with our luggage about 9:30 AM for an 11:30 departure, and were the only
people on our platform. Two young men ran across tracks to our platform,
gesturing for me to accompany them into the tunnel to see the train
schedule. I, of course, did not follow, but my wife was concerned that
it was my DSLR camera which attracted the attention. During this 3-week
trip, my camera was constantly ready on a Blackrapid Sport harness.

My question is, do you hide your camera in "risky" situations?
If so, how do you do that? I don't bring my camera bag on air trips,
where I only carry my camera + walking-around lens because it's meant to
hold camera + three lenses, and would still advertise the presence of an
expensive camera.

What other steps do you take to feel secure with your camera?


I don't think you can successfully hide a camera and actually use it.
At least that's the philosophy I'll use when I visit Italy in
September. I plan on using a security camera strap and a bag that's
not so easily stolen. I think the best idea is to just be careful and
don't fall for stupid ploys, like going into a train tunnel.

Does the black rapid strap have any security features, like cur-proof
cables embedded in the strap?


No

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PeterN