Leash | Midnight

Peak Design Leash Camera Strap — Three Ounces of Pure Versatility

The gist: The lightest and most packable strap in Peak Design’s lineup — just 3 oz — designed for mirrorless and compact shooters who want quick-connect freedom without carrying a padded brick around their neck.

• Ultralight at 86g: Folds into a pocket or clips to a bag; barely registers when the camera is in hand, unlike padded straps that add bulk when not in use.
• Anchor Link quick-connect: Connects and disconnects from camera lugs in seconds; Dyneema Anchor Links are rated to 90kg each, so security isn’t the trade-off for convenience.
• Wears three ways: Adjusts from 32.6" to 57.1" for sling, neck, or safety-tether carry; single-finger adjusters on aluminum buckles change length mid-shoot without breaking the flow.
• Midnight colorway: Low-key, unbranded look that doesn’t announce “camera gear here” in high-theft tourist areas.

Shuttermuse calls the Leash the go-to strap for “small DSLRs and mirrorless cameras,” praising its rapid length adjustment and easy packability as the defining features for travel photographers who cycle between bag-carrying and active shooting.

Best for: Mirrorless or compact shooters who want a quick-connect strap that disappears when not needed. Skip it if: You shoot a heavy full-frame + telephoto combo all day — the 19mm non-padded strap isn’t built for shoulder fatigue over 6+ hours. Runs ~$45 — check the current price before buying.