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06/08/2005 04:23:27 PM · #1 |
If so, what kind of bag do you use to transport it all?
My bag is now too small and I wanted some advice on what to buy next.
I would prefer something "different" and "funky", but I'm not sure they make camera bags like that!!!!
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06/08/2005 04:27:20 PM · #2 |
I use a lowepro backpack... but if I get 1 more piece of equipment... I'm gonna need a bigger one! LOL
edit spelling :oP
Message edited by author 2005-06-08 16:53:51.
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06/08/2005 04:27:41 PM · #3 |
I use a canon backpack - it's the best. I own 2.
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06/08/2005 04:27:42 PM · #4 |
Lowepro Micro Trekker 100...not really all that "funky" but i think its a great bag.
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06/08/2005 04:28:11 PM · #5 |
| I have a LowePro Computrekker that holds my camera, probably 6 lenses, an external flash, a laptop, and every filter and adapter in my arsenal. I also have a Tamrac Velocity 7 slingpack that holds (barely) the camera and 3 lenses- including the big Canon 70-200mm f/4L. |
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06/08/2005 04:31:08 PM · #6 |
I actually JUST yesterday bought the Lowepro Rover Plus AW and it fits the camera and lenses with a little extra room to spare. I like this kind of backpack because you can put your camera gear in the bottom but still carry non-photo gear in the top compartment. You can also take out the barrier between the compartments to use it as a regular backpack.
I would agree with Sunniee though, becasue if I had one more lens of of any kind (except maybe the 50mm 1.8) it would be too small to hold it all.
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06/08/2005 04:31:15 PM · #7 |
I do, and will soon have 4 - you can see which ones in my profile. All should fit fine in my Lowepro Nova 3 AW, although I'll need to stack the 50mm and 18-55mm on top of each other. I should be able to fit 5, if I ever need to, by putting another lens inside on top of my accessories. This will be a semi-cramped bag if you have 5, and the length of the lenses will certainly matter - but judging by the lenses you have listed, I would image they'd fit. My 75-300mm fits inside just fine - not sure how the length and diameter of your 80-200mm compare, though. You could always opt up for the Nova 4 or 5 if you want more space.
Message edited by author 2005-06-08 16:32:32.
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06/08/2005 04:31:30 PM · #8 |
I do, I use a lowepro ex-160 and it's been fine up until the other day when I got my 420ex flash... now I don't have room for that big monster and have to get a new bag. It holds my 70-210mm, my 50mm and the 18-55mm kit lens and some little stuff like filters and cards and batteries. It was perfect until I had to go and get the flash. Oh well, Off to search for a new bag... Think I'm going to look at a backpack type. :-)
Message edited by author 2005-06-08 16:34:46.
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06/08/2005 04:32:12 PM · #9 |
I have a tiny tamrac camera bag (was $50.00), and my lenses almost don't fit. :D I'm cheap. I need to get a new one... badly.
Message edited by author 2005-06-08 16:32:33.
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06/08/2005 04:32:50 PM · #10 |
| I use a Tamrac Expedition 5. I think its the best photo backpack for the money. I paid $123.50 with free shipping from www.digitalfotoclub.com |
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06/08/2005 04:35:30 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by scalvert:
I have a LowePro Computrekker that holds my camera, probably 6 lenses, an external flash, a laptop, and every filter and adapter in my arsenal. I also have a Tamrac Velocity 7 slingpack that holds (barely) the camera and 3 lenses- including the big Canon 70-200mm f/4L. |
Geesh!! And how many pounds does that thing weigh??? :-)
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06/08/2005 04:39:46 PM · #12 |
I've just got a Canon 200EG LOOK HERE
Its got loads of room, and its very affordable.
Message edited by author 2005-06-08 17:18:04. |
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06/08/2005 04:49:43 PM · #13 |
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06/08/2005 04:55:43 PM · #14 |
Or my Lowepro mini trekker.
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06/08/2005 05:15:52 PM · #15 |
Tamrac Velocity 7 - Photo Sling Pack I use it all the time if I go out walking, hiking and/or just for general usage. It's handy cause it's hands free pretty much, not too bulky and it's slingpack like scalvert mentioned. It's a cool little bag.
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06/08/2005 05:21:31 PM · #16 |
I put my Canon 300D as well as my 50mm, 16-35mm, and 80-200mm in my LowePro Nova 4AW bag. I love it. I have room for another lens in there but I use that spot to put some hoods and filters. When I get my 550EX it will still fit in there as well.
I've used the AW (all weather) feature several times, it's a neat little raincoat that folds over the whole bag...very handy!
It also meets pretty much any airport carry-on specs.
I like the looks of the Domke bags but I know my stuff is protected in the Nova.
Anyway, I recommend it.
Message edited by author 2005-06-08 17:22:16.
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06/08/2005 05:25:00 PM · #17 |
I have a Tamrac Pro 8, everything fits except the Sigma 135-400, but it has its own case??
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06/08/2005 05:28:03 PM · #18 |
LowePro Orion AW. Holds my Canon body, 5 lens, 4 filters, a remote, a cleaning kit, a flashtrax, my battery charger if needed and 3 media cards. And thats in the bottom. The top holds my keys, cellphone, water, extra socks, long sleeve shirt, giant trashbag, 3-4 1-gallon ziplocks, whatever else. attached to it all I have my monopod. I take it everywhere...
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06/08/2005 05:30:26 PM · #19 |
| Sony bag from Walmart....... |
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06/08/2005 05:46:57 PM · #20 |
Originally posted by UNCLEBRO:
If so, what kind of bag do you use to transport it all?
My bag is now too small and I wanted some advice on what to buy next.
I would prefer something "different" and "funky", but I'm not sure they make camera bags like that!!!!
Thanks. |
I have a Lowepro Microtrekker 100 and my 10D and 3 lenses fit in it perfectly, along with a flash and various accessories.
For different and funky, check out Crumpler bags. They are really more colorful and fun, but I haven't plopped down the cash for one yet. You can see their line here if you're interested. :o)
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06/08/2005 05:51:58 PM · #21 |
Originally posted by Moose101:
Tamrac Velocity 7 - Photo Sling Pack I use it all the time if I go out walking, hiking and/or just for general usage. It's handy cause it's hands free pretty much, not too bulky and it's slingpack like scalvert mentioned. It's a cool little bag. |
Hey, that looks handy dandy!!! Might have to get me one of those! :-)
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06/08/2005 06:58:38 PM · #22 |
Well, I don't have a rebel and 3 lenses, but I do have a Nikon with a 28-80mm, a sigma 70-300mm, a promaster flash gun, a pentax ZX-M (with 50mm), and a Fuji 602 and tons of extras (film and batteries mostly) in my bag...
Tamrac 606 that's one hell of a great bag, and I use it as a sling bag all the time...
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06/08/2005 07:26:53 PM · #23 |
i do & I have two bags both lowepro. one a smaller back pack that carries a few lense & another bigger one that carries all my lenses.
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06/08/2005 07:32:49 PM · #24 |
Originally posted by scalvert:
I have a LowePro Computrekker that holds my camera, probably 6 lenses, an external flash, a laptop, and every filter and adapter in my arsenal. I also have a Tamrac Velocity 7 slingpack that holds (barely) the camera and 3 lenses- including the big Canon 70-200mm f/4L. |
I have the tamrac velocity 7 too....I like it because you can wear it as a side/back pack but just swing it around to the front without taking it off to get your stuff out. I would like to get the velocity 7...it has a little more room.
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06/08/2005 07:38:49 PM · #25 |
I have the LowePro off trail 2 (larger one) which I bought because it holds the Rebel with the 70-200 lens attached, and at least two more large lenses. It's a nice bag, can be work as a belt bag or over the shoulder bag.
The advantage of this over a backpack is that it can be accessed while walking, or standing, without taking the bag off.
However, it's very heavy when loaded. So I tried the alternative, a sling bag. I bought a cheap Samsonite or off--brand one at Target for <$20. It's great, holds the camera with a lens, plus two more lenses, plus accessories. But I find it is missing a handle, which makes it awkward to carry if you aren't slinging it.
All in all, I can highly recommend using a sling bag. While backpacks hold the most and perhaps hold them more securly, you have to take them off and put them down to use them, then have to remember to zip them before picking them up. I've watched people forget and lose parts and lenses when they picked up the bag.
So in other words, think about how you are going to use it, as well as "how loaded" it will be (if heavy, I recommend using the sling as opposed to shoulder bag or belt) |
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