Backpack Inquiry: Does anyone make a quality and reasonably priced backpack that will carry a DSLR with the Tamron or Sigma 150-600 mounted? Thanks.

Jim Bob

Does anyone make a quality and reasonably priced backpack that will carry a DSLR with the Tamron or Sigma 150-600 mounted? Thanks.

Bill_de Loc: US

Define reasonably priced. A good photo backpack that will handle airline treatment will be hundreds of dollars. A backpack that's big enough, and strong enough to carry it can be had < $100.

Jim Bob

Bill_de wrote:

Define reasonably priced. A good photo backpack that will handle airline treatment will be hundreds of dollars. A backpack that's big enough, and strong enough to carry it can be had < $100.

Say around $150. Thanks.

RichardSM Loc: Back in Texas

Jim Bob wrote:

Does anyone make a quality and reasonably priced backpack that will carry a DSLR with the Tamron or Sigma 150-600 mounted? Thanks.

Hello Jim

There are many backpacks on the market for photo gear it will be hard to figure out. I myself have been a fan of Lowepro bags for many years, this company Lowepro if I remember was the one who started all this type of way of carrying photogear. Right now I use two types of Lowepro bags ones a sling type and the other is a day bag for a little less equipment. Go up to there Internet site check them out.

Bill_de Loc: US

I use LowePro myself and they travel well. That is why I asked about price.The lens Treker 600 is around $300.

Depending on where/how it will be used, any good backpack with some added foam rubber may be enough.

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tinplater Loc: Scottsdale, AZ

I love my Lowepro Slingshot which comes in a couple of sizes. It has the advantage of "on tummy" access in addition to carrying on your back.

nicksr1125 Loc: Mesa, AZ

Check out the LowePro Flipside 500AW. B&H stocks it for $136.95 and free shipping. I have the Tamron 150-600, Tamron 70-200 f/2.8, Tamron 28-75 f/2.8, Sony 50 f/1.4, Metz flash, & Alpha 850 body with room to spare.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=flipside+500&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=

Bill_de Loc: US

nicksr1125 wrote:

Check out the LowePro Flipside 500AW. B&H stocks it for $136.95 and free shipping. I have the Tamron 150-600, Tamron 70-200 f/2.8, Tamron 28-75 f/2.8, Sony 50 f/1.4, Metz flash, & Alpha 850 body with room to spare.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=flipside+500&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=

That looks like a winner!

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Jim Bob

I really appreciate the help from you all. You have given me a great place to start. Take care.

Jim Bob

nicksr1125 wrote:

Check out the LowePro Flipside 500AW. B&H stocks it for $136.95 and free shipping. I have the Tamron 150-600, Tamron 70-200 f/2.8, Tamron 28-75 f/2.8, Sony 50 f/1.4, Metz flash, & Alpha 850 body with room to spare.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=flipside+500&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=

Do you have the Tamron mounted on the body or stored separately?

Shellback Loc: North of Cheyenne Bottoms Wetlands - Kansas

Jim Bob wrote:

Does anyone make a quality and reasonably priced backpack that will carry a DSLR with the Tamron or Sigma 150-600 mounted? Thanks.

This one will -
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lowepro-Pro-Runner-450AW-DSLR-Camera-Nylon-Shoulders-Backpack-With-Rain-cover-/301834145341?hash=item4646b78e3d:g:1uYAAOSw7FRWWDrG

OnDSnap Loc: NE New Jersey

ThinkTank,,,

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/pages/backpacks

nicksr1125 Loc: Mesa, AZ

Jim Bob wrote:

Do you have the Tamron mounted on the body or stored separately?

Separate. It would probably work ok mounted. Just my choice. The center top section of the bag is wide enough to handle most bodies.

Szalajj Loc: Salem, NH

nicksr1125 wrote:

Check out the LowePro Flipside 500AW. B&H stocks it for $136.95 and free shipping. I have the Tamron 150-600, Tamron 70-200 f/2.8, Tamron 28-75 f/2.8, Sony 50 f/1.4, Metz flash, & Alpha 850 body with room to spare.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=flipside+500&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=

I have the Flips idea 300, also available at B&H, but it might not be large enough for you. I often keep my 55-200 mounted with lots of room to spare in the main center compartment. Under the bottom of the flap, what that view doesn't show, is that there are 3 more compartments, one at the bottom of each column of compartments.

The only lens that I carry separately, is my large Sigma macro lens. I hang that one off the outside of the backpack, because it came with its own sturdy lens case.

Grnway Loc: Manchester, NH

nicksr1125 wrote:

Check out the LowePro Flipside 500AW. B&H stocks it for $136.95 and free shipping. I have the Tamron 150-600, Tamron 70-200 f/2.8, Tamron 28-75 f/2.8, Sony 50 f/1.4, Metz flash, & Alpha 850 body with room to spare.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=flipside+500&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma&Top+Nav-Search=

Yes, good choice. Lowepro has some nice features that I really like, such as security, all weather cover, etc.