Camera Bag

[handicap18]

I don't have one (yet), but I have looked at them a number of times. The 6 is definately to small. Its really not much bigger than a childs backpack. The 7 is quite a bit larger. My only decision now is whether to get this particular one or one of the other off brand ones. Ritz has a very similar one that has the Quantrary name on it.

I'm also going to have to check to see if it will fit a Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8 VR, which I plan on buying sometime next year. That is quite the large lens. I know the bag will fit my current set-up plus a flash no problem (D50 body, 18-70mm lens, 50mm lens and 70-300mm lens), but the lens I first mentioned is a monster.

 

[chirurgeon]

Amid Chaos,

Would I be able to fit a pair of pants and a few other things in the top compartment? I would roll the pants up fairly tight and they would probably be crops or capris. And a zip lock with my medical things.

TIA

 

[amid chaos]

I have taken two photos of the backpack with a normal sized paperback book.

One shows how the paperback fits in the top section standing up.

The next one shows the paperback on the bottom of the top of the backpack. (there is plenty more room on all sides with the book there).

Hope these pictures help you get a sense of the size of the top section of the backpack. You would have plenty of room for the stuff you describe.

 

[chirurgeon]

Thank you very much. This looks like the perfect pack for me.

 

[tc's disney mom]

I just bought the Sony Cybershot H1, and I'll need to buy a camera bag/case. Has anyone bought a WDW camera bag for use with this camera? If so, would you please tell me the dimensions of the camera bag? My sister will be at Disney World soon, and would be able to purchase the bag for me.

Thanks very much!

 

[phalynx]

I am going to bring my HD camcorder this year and I have foun the smallest bag possible. Anyone know of how big the bag can be before CM's tell you you can't bring it on the ride?

 

[Sonno]

Well, I think I've finally decided on a day bag for park touring (among other things).
http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Beltpacks/classic/Sideline_Shooter.aspx

It's not a "main bag" used to store everything in; it's a "fanny pack" used to carry what you need while out and about. Anyone have any experience with one of these? It seems perfect for my touring needs.

 

[pyrxtc]

here is the bag I have been planning on getting. It is cheaper other places than in this link.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=WishList.jsp&A=details&Q=&sku=425848&is=REG

The Tamrac 5748 Velocity 8 Photo Sling Pack is a camera bag that can be carried over the shoulder or on the hip with the included Tuck-A-Way waist belt. The sling design comfortably distributes the weight of photo equipment but it need not be removed to quickly access photo equipment.
Accommodates - Pro digital or film SLR with a grip and 70-200mm lens attached 3-4 additional lenses and accessories.
Pockets;

Large mesh outer pocket ideal for accessories.
Front pocket features the Memory and Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries.
Organizer pockets inside keep accessories within reach
Pocket inside the lid stores filters

 

[Golf4food]

I'm shopping around for a nice bag for our new dslr, and I like everything about the LowePro bags except that the medium-to-large sized ones seem to have one flaw that bugs me: the main compartment unzips from the back of the bag, and the fold over hook attaches to the other side! It seems to me that the hook should go over the main compartment as an extra safety precaution in case I forget to zip the bag all the way, etc. so that my camera doesn't automatically go flying out onto Main Street USA!!!

Do any of the LowePro bags feature the flap going over the main compartment and clipping on the same side that it opens? I like the size of the Rezo series.

Any other places I should be looking? Any similar bags out there from other companies that would give me the hook over the main compartment that I'm looking for?

 

[Mellie0119]

I'm on the bag hunt too. I have a Lowepro backpack style (mini trekkker I think) and it's great for most things, for vacations and park touring- it just doesn't cut it. already need to carry a backpack for a diaper bag (have 2 little ones- one still in diapers) and only have one back.

I have the Rebel XT and will have the 28-135IS attached- won't be carrying any extras except some memory and a spare battery.

 

[pyrxtc]

here is the bag I have been planning on getting. It is cheaper other places than in this link.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/con...u=425848&is=REG

The Tamrac 5748 Velocity 8 Photo Sling Pack is a camera bag that can be carried over the shoulder or on the hip with the included Tuck-A-Way waist belt. The sling design comfortably distributes the weight of photo equipment but it need not be removed to quickly access photo equipment.
Accommodates - Pro digital or film SLR with a grip and 70-200mm lens attached 3-4 additional lenses and accessories.
Pockets;

Large mesh outer pocket ideal for accessories.
Front pocket features the Memory and Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries.
Organizer pockets inside keep accessories within reach
Pocket inside the lid stores filters

http://www.tamrac.com/5748.htm

 

[jann1033]

i don't know but we took a bag for a camcorder on everything...ours was about 6x6x10-12" and i know some take back packs much larger

 

[Sonno]

I saw one of them at the Ritz the other day. It's a great bag, I just didn't care for the over the shoulder thing. I was more looking for something hands (and arms, and back...) free.

 

[mhutchinson]

Well, I think I've finally decided on a day bag for park touring (among other things).
http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Beltpacks/classic/Sideline_Shooter.aspx

It's not a "main bag" used to store everything in; it's a "fanny pack" used to carry what you need while out and about. Anyone have any experience with one of these? It seems perfect for my touring needs.

I have one of these bags and it is much larger than you might think. My DKs banned me from using it on the last trip we took because they said it makes me look too geeky. It does fit the gear well and is very comfortable to wear and use and I tend to use it fairly frequently...but I listened to them and didn't take it.

Instead I packed lighter and took my Nova 1 AW from LowePro..it fit my Canon 20D mounted with 28-135mm IS USM (lens hood reversed), 24mm f/2 w/hood, spare battery, charger, and 1/2 dozon CF cards. I also tend to use my Nova 3 AW from LowePro if I decide to carry my 70-200mm f/4 L instead of the 24mm (but I can still squeze that one in too). The Nova cases have a rain cover which is helpful in the areas where water might splash on the case.

I would suggest seeing one in person before making a purchase.

Mike

 

[Mickey Fanatic]

I don't use mine with that kind of camera but I can measure it for you when I get home from work and I will post tomorrow. If you are still looking for the dimensions.

 

[Ratpack]

I saw one of them at the Ritz the other day. It's a great bag, I just didn't care for the over the shoulder thing. I was more looking for something hands (and arms, and back...) free.

Before you buy this one, look also at the offtrail 1 by Lowepro. That is what I have and it carries my D50 and two addtional lenses. It is also a belt pack for hands free operation.

 

[DebºoºS]

I've seen people with large backpacks stuff them under the seats. Just has to fit under the seat in the net compartment if it's a moving ride. Most times I put my bag between my feet. In May I forgot to zip the bag before putting it under the seat on ST. After the ride started I felt something funny by my sandal. My lense cap had fallen out! I spent the rest of the ride trying to trap the cap with my feet as the ride was rockin & rollin

 

[Mickey Fanatic]

I just measured mine and it is 8 inches long, 7 inches high and the width inside is 5 inches.

 

[jenny2]

I usually bring our backpack on the rides with us... it's a fullsize backpack.

 

[0bli0]

what body and lenses are you planning to carry? will you be carrying it most of the day, or are you looking for a carry my stuff to the destination bag?

most Crumpler backpacks open with the opening between the bag and your back. the only downside is they don't have a hip belt, so if you are carrying quite a few lenses, it may take some getting used to.


edit: by the way, if you have two zippers on your backpack, always zip them down to one side - do not leave them in the middle at the top of the bag. i have seen many times where a camera bags comes unzipped (due to gravity, an over-stuffed bag, or just failure to close completely) spilling contents onto the ground. once they start to unzip a little, walking motion makes it easy.