Camera Bag for new EOS gear

[chris.sager]

Any suggestions on a good all purpose bag for:

 

Rebel XT with Grip

Elan 7N

17-40 F4L

70-200 F4L

580EX

 

Accessories.

 

I want to be able to travel with it and work out of it a bit.

 

Any good ideas (I'd only like to spend say $100)

[phoneguy]

What kind of bag interests you? Backpack, slingpack, shoulderpack, hippack? There's a million, you should narrow it down a bit. I carry the Tamrac Expedition 5 (5575). it has all of the room you need, but it might not be the type of bag your interested in?

 

Mike

[timcorridan]

this is one item that should be bought at the camera store. you need to see it, try it, feel it, and hold it.

[brent chadwell]

I have a similar setup to you. Eos 20D, Elan 7, 24-105, 70-200, 17-40, 1.4x TC, and a flash. I use a Domke F2 about 90% of the time. The F2 can hold all of the above, plus the ballhead for my tripod, 20-30 rolls of film, all my filters, cable release, and the manuals for the 2 cameras. Also, it can be had for $83 at Adorama. Another plus is the fact that its not big and bulky, and doesn't scream "steal me!" Bags are a matter of personal preference, but unless you need a backpack, I would go with the Domke.

[mike_h3]

Christian, if you do need a backpack, try the Lowepro Micro Trekker 200. I've used one for a couple years now. It will fit your kit and then some and it's amazingly compact. It's $60 on B&H.

[m_barbu1]

<p>If you're looking for an <i>all purpose</i> bag, I'd recommend the <a href="http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?storeId=1&catalogId=1&langId=-1&categoryId=44089&sc1=Search&feat=sr">Turbo Transitﾮ Pack</a> (TK49164 ) from LL Bean. You can load the outer compartments with bubble-wrap for extra protection. It's on sale for $34.95.</p>

 

<p>However, I would suggest getting a specialized bag that fits how you plan on using the camera -- and $100 might not be enough to get one that really works well with you.</p>