TColJeep Loc: Holbrook,NY

Looking for some suggestions on a large/Extra large bag. I just purchased an additional D3s and now need a larger bag to fit my gear. I need to fit 2 D3s', a 70-300mm, a 105mm and a 50mm. Add a couple of external flash units, a few extra batteries and some miscellaneous items. Any ideas?

AndyH Loc: Massachusetts and New Hampshire

Bellingham 335 does it for me.

These are lifetime bags, weatherproof, configurable, and highest quality.

Andy

CO

The strongest shoulder bags that I have ever checked out are the LowePro Magnum series. They have a one-piece molded bottom that is strong and can take a lot of weight. A lot of bags will sag from the weight of the gear inside. Not the LowePro Magnum series. I have the Magnum 200AW. It's a fairly large bag. The 400AW and 650AW are even larger. They also have a rain cover that pulls out of a zippered pouch. I've been caught in the rain and used the rain cover. Check out the LowePro Magnum 650AW.

Richard Engelmann Loc: Boulder, Colorado

I keep a very similar set of gear in this, from Amazon:

Evecase Extra Large DSLR Camera / 15.6 inch Laptop Travel Daypack Backpack Accessories Lens Gadget Bag with Rain Cover - Black

TomFama

I like the Temba DNA bags. I use a small DNA 8 for a Sony RX10 when travelling. My go-to bag when not travelling is a medium size DNA 11. I recently purchase a DNA 15, but have not used it. Way too big for my needs (also don't want to carry all the weight). The DNA 15 should carry all your gear and more. The Temba 15 is listed for sale on UHH site. See the ad by searching "Temba DNA 15". Price includes shipping.
Tom Fama
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TomFama

Sorry for the misspelling. Should be Tenba DNA 15.

scubadoc Loc: Sarasota, FL

Both Lowepro and Thinktank make backpacks that will suit your purpose, but be aware of weight. I can put 30+ lbs of gear into my Lowepro, but I really don’t want to carry it except from car to airplane. You might also want to consider combination backpack/roller board bags. If your purpose is to travel with your gear, I would consider a roller board type bag, with a smaller backpack for when you reach your destination.

davejann Loc: Portland Oregon

Look at Peak Design. They have some excellent bags.

josquin1 Loc: Massachusetts

I have the Billingham 445. It's large enough to hold all of your equipment and more. They are very expensive but extremely strong and will last a lifetime.

Chris T Loc: from England across the pond to New England

My best large bag is the Tenba Discovery (about $80 - from Adorama) - it stores six lenses on the lower level - can be up to an 80-400, or a 70-300 ... in width - a 10-24 with hood, easily. Where you store short lenses - you can fold down flaps over them. Having done so - you, then, have a second tier - upon which you can store your DSLRs with lenses attached. There are also two very large (and deep) pockets on each end - so, using all space available - you can store a total of TEN lenses (or equivalent) and two bodies. Additional sleeve-type pockets on the outside accommodate a tablet, cell-phone, extra cards and batteries.
It has two straps - one for carrying, the other for over-the-shoulder use. Only drawback - it's off-white!!!!

worldcycle Loc: Stateline, Nevada

I recently acquired a Tenba DNA 15. Love it. Easily holds 5dmiii, 16-35 f4, 24-105 f4, 50 f1.4, 70-200 f2.8, 70-300 f4, 2x extender, Roykinon 8 3.5, Canon G5X, batteries, chargers and memory cards. Nice strap, rides comfortable.

dick ranez

Didn't say much about your requirements other than "large" - so budget considerations aside, I'd look at the Billingham's "5" series, 335,445 as excellent shoulder style bags. Consider Think Tank for either a roller or a backback (or a combination of the two). Well made, durable bags in various sizes. Neither of these are "low budget", but check out LowePro and Peak Design to save a few bucks. If your interest is storage when not in use, the Pelican molded bags are available in a variety of sizes and are indestructible. Wouldn't want to carry one, but to keep a lot of gear in the car to pick and choose at shooting location, they're hard to beat.

AndyH Loc: Massachusetts and New Hampshire

Do you have the neoprene pad for the shoulder strap? I got one for my wife's bag, and it made such a difference that I got one for mine as well. It's made out of leather and thick neoprene, and makes carrying a loaded back much, much easier. With the heavy canvas strap and "four point suspension" I find I can carry a heavier load for a longer period than any bag I've ever had. I've tried neoprene straps before, but they're always too "springy". With the canvas strap carrying the weight, there is no such problem with this pad.


Andy

Chris T Loc: from England across the pond to New England

TCol - I just re-read your post, and I see - your lenses are meager - just a 70-300, a 105, and a 50. Plus, you need room for two bodies, and two flash units. The suggestion I gave you, before - for the Discovery - is really - a bag suited for storage, or for keeping in the car. Carrying a bag like that, filled with ten lenses and two bodies - is not for the faint-hearted. Your needs are really for something a lot simpler - so, these are the bags I have - which are more fitting, for your needs. First, is the Ruggard Pro 35. It holds four lenses, or three lenses, and an extra body plus 1-2 flash units, and various other odds and ends ($40 B&H) next would be the Tenba MIXX - which holds four lenses, on the bottom, and has dual cradles on the top tier (like the Discovery) for holding two bodies with lenses attached - one faces forward, and the other faces backwards. Then - I have the Dolica - which is also a three-lens bag, which will hold two bodies - one with lens attached, and the other, just the body (in a lens division) - like that one so much, I have three! … This also has tripod straps and attached flap to hold up to six SD cards, plus ample pockets. Then, I have the Tenba Messenger - which looks like a briefcase, and holds all components in a row. Then, I also have two of LowePro's nautical series. The larger one can hold 3-4 bodies, and about six lenses. The smaller one will hold 2 bodies, and about four lenses. These two are extremely light - and waterproof. They're designed to be used on boats, but you could also take them mountain-climbing, if you wish. They're both pepper red - so they're easy to find again, if an avalanche should suddenly appear, or if your boat overturns in rough waters! If interested, I shall find you the model numbers. Plus, I have a couple more - some CaseLogics - also designed for two bodies, and several lenses. You know, if you keep two of those three lenses on the cameras - then you only need room for that 70-300, right? … Simple needs. You don't NEED a great big case, like all the others here are suggesting. Just get the size you require for your own needs, now … especially, if you're not anticipating expanding your inventory - okay, TCol?

JeffinMass Loc: MA

I would highly recommend the Lowe Pro Bags. They are nicely padded inside and have lots of pockets. Hidden pockets too. I have the Stealth Reporter D650. I love it. It can also be put in the airplane overhead sideways. It would work with all your gear.