# Hands-Free Camera Holsters The StrapShot Keeps the Camera Secured to Your Bag Strap By Akihiko Tse | Published 2013-10-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-strapshot References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/458055047603819625/StrapShot-by-Cotton-Carrier) & [cottoncarrier](http://www.cottoncarrier.com/cotton-carrier-strapshot-worn-famous-train-photographer-hirota/) To avoid dangling your DSLR camera from either your shoulder or your neck, the StrapShot by [Cotton Carrier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trident-vibes-cotton-candy) is a practical way to carry your camera without it swinging around. The Vancouver, British Columbia-based company's design allows you to mount and secure a camera on the strap of your backpack or your pants belt, while keeping your [hands completely free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-nano). Priced at $90, the StrapShot comes with a regular camera hub and a camera tether, providing a secondary support system. The system comes with a secure camera locking system with an instant release system, making it a perfect addition to your [hiking gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onepro-flex-backpack) when you want to quickly snap a photo of something. The strap itself looks like a cellphone pouch that you can strap on to your bag strap, but comes instead with a hooking mechanism where your camera can be latched onto. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hands-free Camera Carrying:** The design presents opportunities for wearable technology and fashion accessories industries to create innovative products that cater to the needs of photographers. - **Instant Release Camera Locking:** The instant release feature creates opportunities for camera manufacturers and sports/outdoor industries to create products that cater to quick photo taking needs while keeping cameras secure. - **Camera Tethering Systems:** The camera tether provides opportunities for outdoor and adventure gear industries to create products that combine safety and convenience for photography enthusiasts. ### Where This Applies - **Photography Equipment:** The StrapShot adds to the innovation opportunities available for camera equipment manufacturers. - **Wearable Technology:** The StrapShot introduces new opportunities for wearable technology manufacturers to incorporate camera carrying systems into their products. - **Outdoor Gear:** The instant release locking and tethering systems provide innovation opportunities for outdoor and adventure gear manufacturers targeting photography enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic DSLR Camera Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiftlock-camera-carrying-system.md) - [Innovative Camera Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-camera-carrier.md) - [Dynamic Hybrid Camera Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quimera-camera-strap.md) - [Smartphone Photographer Sling Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-workflow-sling.md) - [Travel Photographer Accessory Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotastrap-and-rotalock.md) - [Compact Camera Hand Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-design-micro-clutch.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Photography Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoulder-camera-strap.md) - [Convenient Camera Keychain Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-bug.md) - [Adaptive Photography Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wotancraft-rider-v2.md)