paul_heagen Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 <p>I am looking for a new soft camera bag to replace the ancient Tamrac bag I have now. My old bag is about 12 x 9 x 9. My problem with it is that some items need to be stored underneath panels or other items, so access becomes a juggling match when I am in the field. <br> Here are my requiresments:<br> 1. I'm not climbing Mt. Everest with this, but I like quality, sturdiness and easy access<br> 2. I want a bag that allows me to store lenses vertically so I can slip them in an out of the pocket easily.<br> 3. Shoulder bag, not a backpack.<br> 4. I have two camera bodies, three lenses (one mounted) and a Speedlite 580 flash. <br> Price range? New/used within $100. <br> Any suggestions? Thanks. </p> <p> </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parv Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 What are the dimensions of your cameras & lenses? Tenba bags looked nice (from photos) but seemed to be too heavy (more than ~3 lb) by themselves compared to Lowepro or Think Tank Photo bags. For US$ 100, you may find one from Lowepro; doubtful about Think Tank products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parv Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 One from Domke http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/84390-REG/Domke_700_70S_F_7_Double_AF_Bag.html seems about of right size if not price (two of US$ 100). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_simpson1 Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 <p>If you have some time, check Craigslist and the 'bay. I got the bags I wanted (Crumpler 6MDH and Domke F2) at about 1/2 street price (both under $100) by watching and waiting. Took about a month to find both. They seem like about the size you are looking for.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDMvW Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 <p>Best cases (Nikon FB series) ever made for handiness and quick lens changes, but heavy and only for Nikon, unless you can find one of the knock-offs:<br /> http://www.photo.net/classic-cameras-forum/00YehQ</p> <p>At the top end in size (I have one)</p> <blockquote> <p>Tenba PD-17C ProDigital 2.0 Shoulder Bag - for 2 Digital SLR Camera Bodies with 5 Lenses, Flash and Accessories plus a 17" Laptop Computer</p> </blockquote> <p>I don't know if they still throw in the athletic supporter or not.<br /> Other <a href="http://www.tenba.com/">Tenba</a>s are smaller.</p> <p> </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_heagen Posted October 6, 2011 Author Share Posted October 6, 2011 <p><br />I just looked at the Tenba 638. Probably about right. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mukul_dube Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 <p>I have always used shoulder bags, and the weight of the kit you describe may be too much for comfort.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_major Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 <p>I find that for a more complete photography session a shoulder bag just doesn't cut it for all the gear needed. Regardless of preferences, the item list you provided, to me, cry's out for a backpack.</p> <p>If you're carrying a more simple set-up - single body and lens or two plus film/batteries/cards/filters - a shoulder bag works great. Also, duration of the shoot plays a part in bag selection as well. All day sessions require something different than an hour or two...</p> <p>Incidently, I'm not a small/dainty person who doesn't like carrying weight - i'm an avid backpacker/hiker/climber and weigh over 100kilos/220lbs (weight training, etc) - camera gear is *hardly* cumbersome for me. However, the weight of a full kit on one shoulder - all day - is nothing but a tired/sore lower back guarantee.</p> <p>Every time you juggle your gear (change lenses/bodies/filters/etc) it will *all* be done from the same side (unless you change shoulders and re-orient you gear bag) and the frequency will eventually tire and chafe.</p> <p>I used to carry my RB67 Pro-S w/180mm and 65mm lenses w/ light meter and other sundry gear in a shoulder bag. It worked sort of OK, but just passably. Also, carried my dSLR set-up the same way. I simply got tired of the inconvenience of it all and went to a simple backpack and it is so much better (carrying/maneuvering/more discrete, etc).</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammy_mayer Posted December 1, 2011 Share Posted December 1, 2011 <p>I like <a href="http://www.undfind.com/the-one-bag-version-2/">The One Bag</a> by Undfind. Its should strap is padded and is super comfortable for all day shooting. It also stores your lenses vertically. I use it when I shoot weddings. All of my heavier gear I usually have in my backpack (which I set down) and use the The One Bag to carry lenses, CF Cards, Batteries, and my flash. I works really well for me, check it out. <br> Another bag to check out is<a href="http://goboda.com/clients.html"> Boda Bag</a>. A more pricey but it holds a lot. I know photographers that use it and like it. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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