As previously mentioned, cameras like this Ansco RediFlex simply cannot be secured with a hook and loop strap due to the layout of the camera’s viewfinder and/or controls. These cameras can only be held by the clamps, which is much less secure than having a strap too. In such cases, extra care must be taken not to knock the camera over, nor to tilt the BoxTopper more than a few degrees from level. Also, the use of a safety line is even more important! Shown here is the camera's own strap being used as a safety line. It is tied through one of the BoxTopper's slots.

Side view, showing the strap in greater detail. The goal is to tie it securely, with as little slack as possible, but NOT so tight as to tilt or pull the camera in any way. By eliminating slack, this means the camera wouldn't fall any significant distance should it get knocked loose. Also, route the strap so it doesn't interfere with any camera controls, etc. Here, the BoxTopper's hook and loop straps, which are not holding the camera, were used to hold the knotted end of the camera strap, keeping it from flopping around and possibly coming untied.

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