How do you lug your equipment around?
Mar 11, 2020 14:34:18 #
LCD wrote:
I have problems with camera bags on my shoulders so I switched to a bulky Think Tank belt system with a harness. So far (one month) it seems the best option although I do have to watch that I don't bump the pouches into people and objects. What did you finally settle down with? Or are you struggling with the less than ideal?
Sure were a lot of people not answering the question.
When I’ve had to lug a lot of stuff the best I’ve found is the MindShift Gear Rotation. It’s comfortable, even when full, and you get full access without having to take it off.
Mar 11, 2020 15:25:18 #
DIRTY HARRY
Loc: Hartland, Michigan
rlynes wrote:
Cargo pants pockets can usually fit my extra small... (show quote)
In my best "Doby Gillis" voice.... CLIMBING? I'm 77 years old, "CLIMBING"?
Mar 11, 2020 15:29:00 #
flashdaddy
Loc: Berlin PA
I use the Bug-Out-Bag from Sal Cincotta. They were selling for $249, but they were upgrading and I got one for $99 plus shipping. I can carry 2 bodies, 3 lenses, 2 flashes and a few more things. What I like about it is a pocket that flips out and allows you to change lenses without having to lay one on the ground....you just put it in the pocket while you seat the new lense.
Mar 11, 2020 15:34:42 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
Main bag right now is a Messenger bag from LL Bean, I also have a couple of day packs I use if the trip warrants one, Lately I've been trying to do with one lens and a spare battery+sd card, no bag.
Bob, what Messenger Bag from LL Bean? Do you have a number for the bag or a name so that I can check it out at the Bean Store in Albany NY?
Bud
Mar 11, 2020 15:35:53 #
Mar 11, 2020 15:48:18 #
Mar 11, 2020 16:15:47 #
Longshadow wrote:
Yes it is.
The question was about possible causes in the decline in DSLR sales, not whether a cell phone was a camera or not.
The question was about possible causes in the decline in DSLR sales, not whether a cell phone was a camera or not.
I would put to you the popularity of the cell phone in the younger generation is a direct cause for loss for market share. How many young people, new parents with children, do you see with DSLR's??
With the recent downturn in the world economy and loss of personal assets because of the virus, discretionary income, needed for a new camera, etc. will be on the back burner. The cell phone mentality will not suffer the kind of loss the camera industry will experience. That culture doesn't care about DSLR's.
Mar 11, 2020 16:24:41 #
DIRTY HARRY wrote:
In my best "Doby Gillis" voice.... CLIMBING? I'm 77 years old, "CLIMBING"?
Well, yes I try to keep the joints functioning as I get older.
You've got my birth-date beat by 8 years, so I maybe should retire the backpack (and climbing) in about 7.
Or until my wife tells me that it's no longer allowed. We just won't tell her, okay?
Mar 11, 2020 16:44:20 #
LCD wrote:
I have problems with camera bags on my shoulders so I switched to a bulky Think Tank belt system with a harness. So far (one month) it seems the best option although I do have to watch that I don't bump the pouches into people and objects. What did you finally settle down with? Or are you struggling with the less than ideal?
I’m very happy with my ThinkTank belt and harness because the weight is shifted to your hips. I think it’s the only viable solution if you have trouble carrying a bag over your shoulders. You’re right: it’s bulky for airline travel or for storage, but I think the trade-off is worth it because of the ease of use when you’re actually in the field. My avatar photo is a shot of me using the ThinkTank equipment in Death Valley National Park, and I’ve attached a larger copy to this message.
Mar 11, 2020 16:59:37 #
For me it entirely depends on what I am shooting and where, but in general, if I am on a long hike for landscape or wildlife shots I use an older LowePro Pro Trekker 600 AW with a couple bodies (maybe 3 if I am shooting film or infrared digital), lenses for them, a tripod, filters (CPL and ND), memory cards, batteries, first aid kit, water, and other accessories. That is a great backpack as it has a torso height adjustment for comfort and rides very nicely, allowing for multi mileage hikes with all my gear. For shorter trips with a single body and a few lenses, I use a LowePro BP250 AW II.. it is small and quite comfortable. For shooting out of the car, I use an Amazon Basics roller bag for bodies and lenses and a small "range" bag for my accessories. I love getting to the final product (a keeper photo), but I also love the journey to get there.
Mar 11, 2020 17:04:21 #
Mar 11, 2020 17:54:21 #
If I am traveling a distance whether by plane train or car I bring my Think Tank small size roller bag. If I am local use a messenger bag. I also try to minimize the equipment I bring to just what I can get by with.
Johnny
Johnny
Mar 11, 2020 17:54:28 #
spaceytracey
Loc: East Glacier Park, MT
jerryc41 wrote:
I don't lug. At the most, I bring two DSLRs shooting. I'll have a tele on my right shoulder and a W/A on my left.
That's my approach. Getting around, I have a backpack that holds both camera/lens setups.
Mar 11, 2020 17:58:36 #
MichaelMcGrath
Loc: Ireland
I am looking for a Man Friday here in Ireland, food provided - or strong Woman Friday might suit.
Mar 11, 2020 18:38:48 #
Norm W.
Loc: Southern CA
Porter Case makes an excellent wheeled case for equipment. Wife and I have used them for international travel for decades.
They will fit in the overhead of most passenger aircraft. The design allows the stacking of luggage on the case for easy wheeled transport. The case is lockable allowing me to use the needed equipment and secure the rest in the case.
They are a not cheap, although priced comparable to other quality photography cases.
Do a search for Porter Case to learn more.
They will fit in the overhead of most passenger aircraft. The design allows the stacking of luggage on the case for easy wheeled transport. The case is lockable allowing me to use the needed equipment and secure the rest in the case.
They are a not cheap, although priced comparable to other quality photography cases.
Do a search for Porter Case to learn more.
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