Camera bag?
Mar 16, 2018 07:50:38 #
Waterproof, good internal padding, at the upper limit of carry on size for airlines, and security. Checkout Pacsafe's line of Camsafe bags/backpacks.
Mar 16, 2018 07:52:02 #
1frostygun wrote:
Any thoughts or suggestions as to what to look for in a camera bag? (I have a D7200, D70 and 3 lenses)
LowePro AW 400/AW500. They open on the inside so you leave the belt secure, slip the shoulder straps off turn it to the side and take out the kit you require. They also have a waterproof cover and plenty of pockets. I have one of each and would not swap them for anything else. I use mine in conjunction with a Cotton Carrier twin. For me, they provide a brilliant combination. The AW500 carries my D500 + 200 - 500mm + Olympus EM1 mark II + 300mm f4 + 12 - 100mm f4 + Speedlight and batteries etc.
Mar 16, 2018 09:20:39 #
MEB540
Loc: New Jersey
I have been using the Lowepro AW450 for a while, and fined it to be a great bag with the extra benefit of accessing not only the entire bag from the rear but also easy access to the main compartment from the top. They also offer an AW 350 which is smaller.
Mar 16, 2018 09:27:59 #
LouV
Loc: Juno Beach, FL
Think Tank makes great bags. I have one and love it. (The model I have is discontinued but is one of the larger retrospective series and cost around $220.) BUT, I find that I use it less and less because when fully loaded (D810, 16-35 and 70-200 plus misc cords, batteries, filters and a very light laptop) it’s just too heavy to carry for any length of time. Mostly I use it when I’m going to be shooting with my car as a base station and on short walks.
All the other times, i use a Lowepro 250AW backpack which I picked up at a Best Buy for around $75. It’s a surprisingly good bag. Well made and well designed. Of course it’s still heavy when fully loaded but it distributes the weight well and I’ve carried it on half day hikes with no issues.
I hope you have a good dealer near you where you can bring your gear and load up a bag you are considering. And, even then, it may feel great for 5 minutes on your shoulder but try to imagine carrying it for hours.
Good luck.
All the other times, i use a Lowepro 250AW backpack which I picked up at a Best Buy for around $75. It’s a surprisingly good bag. Well made and well designed. Of course it’s still heavy when fully loaded but it distributes the weight well and I’ve carried it on half day hikes with no issues.
I hope you have a good dealer near you where you can bring your gear and load up a bag you are considering. And, even then, it may feel great for 5 minutes on your shoulder but try to imagine carrying it for hours.
Good luck.
Mar 16, 2018 09:28:49 #
I use a small yellow (auto branded) cooler with a shoulder strap. It does not scream Nikon/Canon, it is insulated/padded and can be left in a car for a short time while I run into a store, etc. I have used this cooler when traveling all over the world. It does not draw attention. I rarely go shooting with more than a FF camera body with an attached lens, a spare battery, and a flash. My Canon 5DIV with 28-300mm fits nicely along with a flash, extra batteries and other "must haves". Just pack smart, and don't try to take everything you own.
1frostygun wrote:
Any thoughts or suggestions as to what to look for in a camera bag? (I have a D7200, D70 and 3 lenses)
Mar 16, 2018 09:28:52 #
Thanks for asking this question. Every time I’m on this site; learn more and appreciate it. Think I’ll go to a camera supply store.
Mar 16, 2018 09:39:56 #
I use a Think Tank sling bag. I can pack 2 bodies and 3 lenses in it. It has a single strap that goes around my shoulder. The bag hangs on my back but I can slide the strap around so it's hanging right in front of me with the zipper facing me so I can unzip it and move equipment around, then zip it up and slide it back. I can rest my elbows on the bag when it's in the front.
Mar 16, 2018 10:33:12 #
Mar 16, 2018 10:42:26 #
1frostygun wrote:
Any thoughts or suggestions as to what to look for in a camera bag? (I have a D7200, D70 and 3 lenses)
Finding the right camera bag is like a woman trying to find the right purse. You end up with a closet full of empty bags "Just in case..."
Mar 16, 2018 10:44:43 #
Mar 16, 2018 10:55:57 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
I have always cut the "name tags" to avoid being noticeable. That's me.
Mar 16, 2018 11:17:11 #
BobHartung wrote:
Finding the right camera bag is like a woman trying to find the right purse. You end up with a closet full of empty bags "Just in case..."
No kidding. My wife must have at least 20. Same goes for holsters if you carry "Heat"
Mar 16, 2018 11:18:02 #
LWW
Loc: Banana Republic of America
There are several good choices.
Thinks to look for are heavy stitching at stress points, heavy duty quick release clips, good internal padding and easily movable partitions, strong zippers, water resistance and overall build quality.
Thinks to look for are heavy stitching at stress points, heavy duty quick release clips, good internal padding and easily movable partitions, strong zippers, water resistance and overall build quality.
Mar 16, 2018 11:30:58 #
LWW wrote:
There are several good choices.
Thinks to look for are heavy stitching at stress points, heavy duty quick release clips, good internal padding and easily movable partitions, strong zippers, water resistance and overall build quality.
Thinks to look for are heavy stitching at stress points, heavy duty quick release clips, good internal padding and easily movable partitions, strong zippers, water resistance and overall build quality.
... as well as the weight of the bag itself. Then be sure to match the bag to the needs. If you only carry the bag a short distance the requirements are different if you are traveling overseas and need to carry a lot and still be airline compliant.
Mar 16, 2018 11:33:27 #
I believe that I own more camera bags than any other man alive, as I own several from a wide variety of vendors. I prefer to match the bag to the job. I'm pretty much a roller bag guy right now, using Think Tank, but I have (at least) three other rollers. All my bags go from minimalist (small) to kitchen sink (large) and all have their purpose. I guess I'm a really poor source for a recommendation other than a one-bag-fits-all just doesn't work for me. Best of luck.
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