Backpack suggestions
Jul 18, 2016 08:03:15 #
orrie smith wrote:
I will be going to Africa in Sept. and I am traveling with only "Carry On" consisting of my Lowepro Flipside 500 and a regular piece of "Carry On" luggage). If you're traveling light (re:clothing) , here is a tip. I was going to pack my Lowepro with all of my photo gear (Nikons all 200-400; 70-200; (2)18-300; two bodies; binoculars; monopod; and some smaller photo items. I realized that my photo gear would all fit into my regular piece of carry-on luggage so, I will be putting my gear into my regular luggage and stuffing the Lowepro with clothing. WHY? Weight! Instead of carrying all the photo weight, I'll be wheeling it through the airport. When I get to my destination in Kenya, I'll switch everything around and use the Lowepro on the safari. PS. DO NOT PACK YOUR LENS WITH A CAMERA ATTACHED. If there is pressure placed upon the lens while trying to stuff things in, it could possibly place an undo strain on the lens/body connection.I need a backpack that will carry a Nikon D7200 with a Nikkor 200-500 lens attached plus a few wide angle lenses and will carry a tripod. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.
Jul 18, 2016 08:35:49 #
orrie smith wrote:
I need a backpack that will carry a Nikon D7200 with a Nikkor 200-500 lens attached plus a few wide angle lenses and will carry a tripod. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.
Go to the camera store and look at them. Chances are you'll pick one today, and another next week, and another till you wind up with about 6 of them like me.
Jul 18, 2016 08:44:58 #
I also have a LowePro Flipside 500. Good sized bag but not to big plus you open the bag from the back so no one can steal your cameras when the bag is on your back.
https://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-Flipside-DSLR-Camera-Backpack/dp/B007A4JTDI/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1468845649&sr=1-4&keywords=lowepro+flipside
https://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-Flipside-DSLR-Camera-Backpack/dp/B007A4JTDI/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1468845649&sr=1-4&keywords=lowepro+flipside
Jul 18, 2016 09:04:15 #
Grnway wrote:
I have the LowePro ProTactic 450 AW which will fit all of what you're describing plus more. Very sturdy build with plenty of quick access points and attachment point for tripod/monopod.
thank you
Jul 18, 2016 09:05:03 #
Billyspad wrote:
I always use a Yogi Bear pillow case tied up with ... (show quote)
you may have problems I do not wish to get into
Jul 18, 2016 09:05:28 #
joehel2 wrote:
It may not be in your plans now, but you might want to consider a bag that meets airline carry-on bag demensions.
thank you
Jul 18, 2016 09:55:58 #
orrie smith wrote:
I need a backpack that will carry a Nikon D7200 with a Nikkor 200-500 lens attached plus a few wide angle lenses and will carry a tripod. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.
Get one a little bigger than you think you need. That way you will have room for those extra gadgets and new stuff that you add later.
Jul 18, 2016 11:52:05 #
orrie smith wrote:
I need a backpack that will carry a Nikon D7200 with a Nikkor 200-500 lens attached plus a few wide angle lenses and will carry a tripod. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.
Check out the Lowepro Airport Essentials backpack. I have had one for a couple of years, and have had good experiences using it with similar equipment.
Jul 18, 2016 12:06:54 #
Billyspad wrote:
I always use a Yogi Bear pillow case tied up with ... (show quote)
Ahahahahahaha! Thanks for a good laugh!
Jul 18, 2016 13:21:22 #
Howard5252 wrote:
I will be going to Africa in Sept. and I am travel... (show quote)
UPDATE:
I have since taken a closer look at my Lowepro and am not sure it will fit under the seat in front of me. I will be using a THINK TANK Streetwalker (it's a backpack) that will hold my equipment (in fact, the ad shows both of my lenses) and will flatten down (when filled with clothing) to something that will fit under the seat in front of me.
Jul 18, 2016 13:30:02 #
Howard5252 wrote:
UPDATE:
I have since taken a closer look at my Lowepro and am not sure it will fit under the seat in front of me. I will be using a THINK TANK Streetwalker (it's a backpack) that will hold my equipment (in fact, the ad shows both of my lenses) and will flatten down (when filled with clothing) to something that will fit under the seat in front of me.
I have since taken a closer look at my Lowepro and am not sure it will fit under the seat in front of me. I will be using a THINK TANK Streetwalker (it's a backpack) that will hold my equipment (in fact, the ad shows both of my lenses) and will flatten down (when filled with clothing) to something that will fit under the seat in front of me.
I have the TT Streetwalker and I love it!
Jul 18, 2016 13:42:02 #
DWU2 wrote:
Check out the Lowepro Airport Essentials backpack. I have had one for a couple of years, and have had good experiences using it with similar equipment.
This backpack will fit under the seat, which is the only place for it - I've seen people cram their giant suitcases into the overhead with such force that only a Pelican or Ape case could withstand it.
Jul 18, 2016 13:45:43 #
Look at Mindshift gear, Moose Peterson has put out an addition for them. They are part of the Think Tank brand.
Jul 18, 2016 13:48:51 #
orrie smith wrote:
you may have problems I do not wish to get into
needs a serious intervention for serious chemical abuse . . .
for starters . . .
Jul 18, 2016 14:25:40 #
Thank you all for the great suggestions, I went with the Tamrac 27. it seems to fit all my needs, now I just need to convince my wife that it would be good exercise for her to carry it instead of me, lol.
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