The camera strap is very good in my eyes. The camera (here a Pentax K-30) wears a lot more comfortable at the hip as tourist-moderate chest. This is noticeable especially with larger lens and compact flash. Available as an accessory "Activity-Clip" I improvised with a carabiner at the ear of the ball bearing retainer, I Immersion in my belt loop if necessary. But also fulfills its purpose, costs one-tenth. The shoulder padding I use generally not because it is too rigid or too bulky.
The drawn steel wire gives a feeling of security - at least one can not simply be cut from the strap on the camera. In addition, a one-year insurance policy is in registration with the included, if a camera should be but stolen in this way.