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Sep 13, 2019 21:31:56   #
ButchS Loc: Spokane, WA
 
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips. The catch is that it needs to be able to accommodate a large DSLR like a Nikon D850 with the battery grip, or a Nikon D5 and 3 average sized zoom lenses. It can be either a traditional over-the-shoulder bag, or a back-pack bag.

I no longer live in an area with a pro camera store, so I can’t go to the store and measure them. So I’m stuck ordering from the internet. I’ve looked at many camera web retailers. But they are all very bad at indicating what model camera would fit In their bags.

Any suggestions?

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Sep 13, 2019 22:17:41   #
mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey
 
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Sep 14, 2019 03:50:18   #
jdubu Loc: San Jose, CA
 
Do you have a bag now that doesn't meet your needs? IF so, use the measurements of that to compare with specs of other bags to move you in the right direction. Remember, you need room for more than just a body and lenses when you travel.
Otherwise, you need to read specs of different bags and they will specify pro camera body (meaning either DSLR body with grip or the pro size equivalent) regular DSLR or smaller. Lenses will also be generically mentioned for fit. Also read the reviews as some people will list what they put in their bag.

Bags almost always list dimensions that you can compare to the approx. gear you want to pack. I.E. your grouped camera and lenses might measure X inches across and high vs. the interior dimensions of the bag.

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Sep 14, 2019 04:52:53   #
CO
 
The strongest shoulder bags that I have ever seen are the Lowepro Magnum series 200AW, 400AW, and 650AW. I have the 200AW. It's a fairly large bag. I can put my D500 with attached 80-400mm lens in the bottom. The 400AW and 650AW are even larger. The Lowepro Magnum 650AW interior dimensions are 16.1 inches long, 11.2 inches wide, and 11 inches tall. What's good also is that they have a one-piece molded bottom that is strong. It won't sag from the weight of the gear inside.

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Sep 14, 2019 06:25:45   #
catchlight.. Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
 
Canon makes a nice bag

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Sep 14, 2019 06:28:29   #
OnDSnap Loc: NE New Jersey
 
ButchS wrote:
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips. The catch is that it needs to be able to accommodate a large DSLR like a Nikon D850 with the battery grip, or a Nikon D5 and 3 average sized zoom lenses. It can be either a traditional over-the-shoulder bag, or a back-pack bag.

I no longer live in an area with a pro camera store, so I can’t go to the store and measure them. So I’m stuck ordering from the internet. I’ve looked at many camera web retailers. But they are all very bad at indicating what model camera would fit In their bags.

Any suggestions?
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips... (show quote)


I have the same bodies, I use Think tanks Street Walker Pro, Fits the D850 with Nikon Grip, and a Nikon 70-200 ƒ2.8 mounted, D5 (no lens) Nikon 24-70 ƒ2.8 and Nikon 300mm ƒ4 plus a Speed light Sb5000, along with accessories.
When I need more room I use Think Tank's Street Walker Hard Drive: Fits the D850 with Nikon Grip, and a Nikon 70-200 ƒ2.8 mounted, D5 (no lens) Nikon Z6, Nikon 24-70 ƒ2.8 and Nikon 14-24 ƒ2.8, Nikon plus a couple Speed lights, Sb5000, SB910. Lots of room for accessories. I also when traveling used the TT Airport International. Also use the f-Stoppers backpacks. Shimoda Explore 60 Backpack. BTW, I purchase backpacks from B&H via internet even though I live 14 miles from the store in NYC. I'd rather pay the $10 return fee than pay the $16 toll from NJ and $35 parking.

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Sep 14, 2019 07:07:03   #
bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY
 
ButchS wrote:
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips. The catch is that it needs to be able to accommodate a large DSLR like a Nikon D850 with the battery grip, or a Nikon D5 and 3 average sized zoom lenses. It can be either a traditional over-the-shoulder bag, or a back-pack bag.

I no longer live in an area with a pro camera store, so I can’t go to the store and measure them. So I’m stuck ordering from the internet. I’ve looked at many camera web retailers. But they are all very bad at indicating what model camera would fit In their bags.

Any suggestions?
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips... (show quote)


Try an outdoor store (REI/EMS/BassPro), get a backpack that is large enough to hold your equipment with padded covers on the gear. Easy and probably better for less $$$.

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Sep 14, 2019 07:17:52   #
Architect1776 Loc: In my mind
 
ButchS wrote:
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips. The catch is that it needs to be able to accommodate a large DSLR like a Nikon D850 with the battery grip, or a Nikon D5 and 3 average sized zoom lenses. It can be either a traditional over-the-shoulder bag, or a back-pack bag.

I no longer live in an area with a pro camera store, so I can’t go to the store and measure them. So I’m stuck ordering from the internet. I’ve looked at many camera web retailers. But they are all very bad at indicating what model camera would fit In their bags.

Any suggestions?
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips... (show quote)


It seems that the manufacturers provide dimensions and frequently show a photo with gear, including what can be seen as large gear, arranged in the bag.
Here is a good example.
https://www.lowepro.com/us-en/whistler-backpack-350-aw-ii-lp37226-pww/

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Sep 14, 2019 07:22:47   #
khorinek
 
ButchS wrote:
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips. The catch is that it needs to be able to accommodate a large DSLR like a Nikon D850 with the battery grip, or a Nikon D5 and 3 average sized zoom lenses. It can be either a traditional over-the-shoulder bag, or a back-pack bag.

I no longer live in an area with a pro camera store, so I can’t go to the store and measure them. So I’m stuck ordering from the internet. I’ve looked at many camera web retailers. But they are all very bad at indicating what model camera would fit In their bags.

Any suggestions?
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips... (show quote)


I use a Lowepro Nova 200 AW shoulder bag. I fit 2 cameras with lenses attached, speedlight, many batteries and cards, earplugs, card readers, business cards, extra pair of reading glasses.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hot-Sale-Genuine-Lowepro-Nova-200-AW-Single-Shoulder-Bag-Camera-Bag-Camera-Bag/153541644544?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D40719%26meid%3D6e7f588c8ef844889c6429f3ee812170%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D6%26rkt%3D15%26sd%3D383033194311%26itm%3D153541644544%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2481888&_trksid=p2481888.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3Ae441bd7e-d6e1-11e9-a6be-74dbd180bd97%7Cparentrq%3A2f82456916d0a9e8a25e3054ffb49abf%7Ciid%3A1

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Sep 14, 2019 07:49:39   #
sclay1234 Loc: Ocean county nj
 
Thinktank.com that what they do designed by pros for pros.

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Sep 14, 2019 08:23:51   #
mizzee Loc: Boston,Ma
 
Call B&H. Their phone reps are awesome. They’ll help point you in the right direction with no B.S. They really know their stuff. Example, when I was in the market for a laptop and knew I wanted a MacBook Pro, I couldn’t decide on size, ram, memory. The guy asked me a lot of questions and helped me choose the right one and it wasn’t the most expensive one either.

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Sep 14, 2019 08:30:47   #
brooklyn-camera I Loc: Brooklyn, NY
 
This bag works for me. It call hold 6DMKII, battery grip with a 70-200mm f/2.8 connected and easy to retrieve when you want to shoot in a hurry. Top portion can hold extra lens and has space for a 15" laptop, bottle holder. Bottom pouch can hold extra batteries, SD/CF cards, wires, ets.
Best part you don't have to get into the piggy bank to purchase this item. $100 is a good price for sure....

https://www.lowepro.com/us-en/fastpack-bp-150-aw-ii-lp36870-pww/

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Sep 14, 2019 08:31:30   #
brooklyn-camera I Loc: Brooklyn, NY
 
This bag works for me. It call hold 6DMKII, battery grip with a 70-200mm f/2.8 connected and easy to retrieve when you want to shoot in a hurry. Top portion can hold extra lens and has space for a 11" laptop, bottle holder. Bottom pouch can hold extra batteries, SD/CF cards, wires, ets.
Best part you don't have to get into the piggy bank to purchase this item. $100 is a good price for sure....

https://www.lowepro.com/us-en/fastpack-bp-150-aw-ii-lp36870-pww/

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Sep 14, 2019 09:35:46   #
billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
 
ButchS wrote:
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips. The catch is that it needs to be able to accommodate a large DSLR like a Nikon D850 with the battery grip, or a Nikon D5 and 3 average sized zoom lenses. It can be either a traditional over-the-shoulder bag, or a back-pack bag.

I no longer live in an area with a pro camera store, so I can’t go to the store and measure them. So I’m stuck ordering from the internet. I’ve looked at many camera web retailers. But they are all very bad at indicating what model camera would fit In their bags.

Any suggestions?
I am looking for a camera bag to take on car trips... (show quote)


Boy, am I glad you asked. Here it is, I just bought this bag for my D850 and D5, with lenses.
It used to sell for well over $100.00, but B&H has reduced the price, AND, it has NIKON on it. What could be better, OH, it also has a great padded strap.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1184140-REG/nikon_17008_large_pro_bag.html?sts=pi-ps&pim=Y

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Sep 14, 2019 09:44:35   #
Rab-Eye Loc: Indiana
 
OnDSnap wrote:
I have the same bodies, I use Think tanks Street Walker Pro, Fits the D850 with Nikon Grip, and a Nikon 70-200 ƒ2.8 mounted, D5 (no lens) Nikon 24-70 ƒ2.8 and Nikon 300mm ƒ4 plus a Speed light Sb5000, along with accessories.
When I need more room I use Think Tank's Street Walker Hard Drive: Fits the D850 with Nikon Grip, and a Nikon 70-200 ƒ2.8 mounted, D5 (no lens) Nikon Z6, Nikon 24-70 ƒ2.8 and Nikon 14-24 ƒ2.8, Nikon plus a couple Speed lights, Sb5000, SB910. Lots of room for accessories. I also when traveling used the TT Airport International. Also use the f-Stoppers backpacks. Shimoda Explore 60 Backpack. BTW, I purchase backpacks from B&H via internet even though I live 14 miles from the store in NYC. I'd rather pay the $10 return fee than pay the $16 toll from NJ and $35 parking.
I have the same bodies, I use Think tanks Street ... (show quote)


I also use and love Think Tank products.

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