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02/21/2013 09:53:10 AM · #1 |
Since my new purchases, I realize my current Lowepro Slingshot 202 backpack is no longer big enough to fit my camera gear.
Looking for suggestions for a backpack that will fit a Canon 7D + grip + Canon 100-400. Been looking at the Flipside 300 and Kata 3n1-30. Both seem big enough, but there's conflicting reviews online whether the 7D+grip fits comfortably.
Aside from the 100-400, there's the tiny 50/1.8 and soon to be UWA lens. Flash, filters etc.
Wondering if anyone has personal experience with these bags or can recommend another?
Thanks!
Garry
Message edited by author 2013-02-21 11:36:00. |
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02/21/2013 10:31:34 AM · #2 |
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02/21/2013 11:15:03 AM · #3 |
Cambags.com has reviews where users show what they can pack into their bags.
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02/21/2013 11:48:44 AM · #4 |
Tamrac Evolution 8 or 9. I had one for a short time, but it was way too big for what I needed. Traded it to Cory.
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02/21/2013 12:04:47 PM · #5 |
| We have the Flipside, and we like it a lot. When you lay it down to open it up, the panel next to your body is what opens. IN other words, you never get muck on your shirt/jacket when you put it back on. And it has plenty of room for what you're carrying. It LOOKS to me like there's enough depth to handle the battery grip, but we don't have one so I can't be sure. Other than that question, it's an excellent piece of kit. Very comfortable to wear. |
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02/21/2013 12:46:48 PM · #6 |
| I have a big ol Lowepro that handles my D90 and booster, all my glass including the 300mm (can even still squeeze it in with the teleconverter if I really have to) and still lots of space for the SB-910, the mini-wide slave. And that's just the main part of the backpack. Plenty of room left for a blower, cleaning supplies, cards, batteries. Outer compartments including a tripod sling. I don't have it in front of me at the moment but can tell what serial # it is in a little while when I'm home. |
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02/21/2013 01:14:52 PM · #7 |
After using a couple of Crumpler backpacks and the Kata 3n1- 30 you mention this is the backpack I now use on a daily basis and love it.
Thinktank Streetwalker Pro
I think the Streetwalker Pro (or the it's larger or smaller sibling) would do a great job for you. Be sure to get a robust waist belt option for it as it is helpful when carrying a lot, but can be removed in two seconds for days when you are packing light. And it can be used as a speedbelt for carrying gear on location too.
I used the Kata bag for over a year and realized that although having the sling option was a nice idea in theory, I just wasn't using it because it wasn't comfortable with much weight. I then realized it wasn't stellar as a conventional backpack either because the shoulder straps in order to be convertible were not very robust. So I went with a dedicated backpack in the Thinktank and it has been great. Bomber build and I have many of their companion accessories that are all very nice too. Luckily my local Pro Shop has a good stock of Thinktank products, but I know B&H have plenty of their line as well. |
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02/21/2013 03:20:33 PM · #8 |
| Thanks all! It sure is frustrating living out in the sticks where I can't see the bags in person. So many bags seem to have no thought for battery grips with their slim designs. Unless you want to go for the massive backpacks, which I'd prefer to no have to get. |
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02/21/2013 03:42:51 PM · #9 |
Loaded up, my knapsack is one heavy mutha, but at least it's not like Ryan's ancient 20-yr-old Lowepro which weighs 9 lbs...EMPTY!!!! And dang can't find the serial # or anything...lemme empty it out and I'll get back to you...
*unzipping zippers and shaking loudly, tinkling glass*
Oops...;-)
Still can't find a serial # tag...*sigh* I'll look at the LowePro site and see if I can find it there. It's a strong bag, I can sit on it. In terms of general dimensions I've squeezed it underneath airplane seats without difficulty. Also has a waterproof raincover. Love it.
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02/21/2013 04:35:09 PM · #10 |
Here is an image of how I carry things in my Streetwalker Pro that may help you decide whether it is for you Garry.
The lower portion of the image is the top of the bag. Mounted on my 5d2 is a 24-105. In this same compartment I can also have mounted my 70-20 easily and with the 14.X extender too- but snugly. There is plenty of room on top of the camera as it sits and I often have a large kit with Lee filters laying on top. I am sure this extra space would accommodate the height needed for your grip.
In the compartment just to the right of the camera is my sling style strap which I can quickly grab and pull the camera straight out with. Above that I have stacked the 1.4X extender, 50mm 1.4, and a right angle macro viewer. Above that is the 70-200 and there is plenty of room to set another lens of flash unit on top of that.
Above the camera is a 17-40 lens, and accessories above that.
Other pouches exist in the lid and sides of the bag and I have accessory cases that strap to the outside as well. You can get a ton in this bag if you want to! |
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02/21/2013 04:40:23 PM · #11 |
| I have a Kata Backpack which I loved because it had great padding ( the guy at the store demonstrated it by putting a 70-200L on a D1 in the bag and tossing it ten feet up and letting it hit the floor, three of four times) and could hold a D1 with a Bigma attached. Sadly twice in a few months I failed to zip up the rear hatch and tossed it over my shoulder and flung my camera some distance. Now I only use top loaders because I am clearly too stupid to use back packs. |
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02/21/2013 04:49:04 PM · #12 |
Originally posted by BrennanOB:
I have a Kata Backpack which I loved because it had great padding ( the guy at the store demonstrated it by putting a 70-200L on a D1 in the bag and tossing it ten feet up and letting it hit the floor, three of four times) and could hold a D1 with a Bigma attached. Sadly twice in a few months I failed to zip up the rear hatch and tossed it over my shoulder and flung my camera some distance. Now I only use top loaders because I am clearly too stupid to use back packs. |
Lol! I guess we are all smart or not smart in different ways Brennan ;) |
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02/21/2013 06:39:10 PM · #13 |
@  Brent_S *snarf* Dude, the imagery coming to mind of you with a streetwalker pro hangin off your back...!! Sounds like a great challenge suggestion though :-)
Oh and now that we're playing show'n'tell...be right back...
OK...left side, from back to front, is my 10-20mm Siggy; the 18-200mm; the pocket set aside for the 50mm and the teleconverter; a mini-pocket for body caps and the like. Midsection is the area for the D90 and booster; the 300mm (with tripod mount facing up). Right side again from back to front is the SB-910 in its case; the mini-wide slave atop some magnifying filters; an area for the blower and duster. Just visible at the back in the top is the pouch where I stash batteries and spare cards. This baby is just over 5 in deep on the inside though it seems like more; outside it's approx 8.5 in deep.
Message edited by author 2013-02-21 19:08:07. |
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02/21/2013 06:53:09 PM · #14 |
Originally posted by snaffles:
@ Brent_S *snarf* Dude, the imagery coming to mind of you with a streetwalker pro hangin off your back...!! Sounds like a great challenge suggestion though :-)
Oh and now that we're playing show'n'tell...be right back... |
He he, yeah I'm just a photography whore Susan ;) |
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02/21/2013 08:28:42 PM · #15 |
I have the KATA 3N1-30 and absolutely love it.
Last year I cut the top rear tab and inserted a snap which then enabled me to place my laptop in what used to be the area normally used to insert the carrier handles.
Great bag, very durable, holds a lot of gear... and most important, it meets airline regulations regarding carry-on bags.
Ray |
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02/21/2013 09:30:04 PM · #16 |
I have a think tank airport ultralight, that I like because it holds everything including my 300/4 and 70-200/4 at the same time, but is still small and light enough to take on itty bitty regional planes.
I would, however, say that bags are something that's really hard to buy off of a website. This is one item where it works much better to go to the store with all of the gear you're planning on carrying, and try out a few bags. What is comfortable on my back with my gear won't work for someone else. |
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