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In Reply to: Camera bags posted by Keith on March 23, 2001 at 22:59:24:
Thanks for the link.I've got enough carry bags for a photo club and are still undecided what is best. I also like the belt pouch but find it a bit uncomfortable at times and not best for telephoto lenses and a heavy camera. For some expeditions a small backpack which converts to a hand trolly (for under plane seat travel) has worked well but I'm not game to wear it in places frequented by clever thieves as gear could disappear out the back before I knew it.
The larger shoulder bags are great to keep everything together but are rather tiresomely heavy to cart around all day when travelling, particularly if carrying a tripod too (my wife hates me taking this with us). Probably the best compromise I've found is to use the waist belt for extra lenses and a smaller shoulder carry bag for camera with general purpose lens (24-120 mm) fitted + flash.
I'm interested to read of other experiences - ideas.
John
Follow Ups:
I use a Timbuk2 messenger bag with two Domke inserts. I find a number of advantages over a typical 'gadget' bag. The messenger bag is more comfortable to carry, especially over long distances. It does not look like a camera bag, so is less inviting to thieves. It is actually easier to get stuff in and out of than your average gear bag, is very water resistant, and incredibly durable. You can also pick your colors. Mine is a silver and grey that does not get real warm in the sun, and is very close to 18% grey for metereing!
Jim Couch
Hi John,If you're into photo hikes, then again, I *highly* recommend you try out the Kinesis. They have a 30-day money back anyways. Personally I hate having to take off my Lowepro, set it down, open it up, balance it while I'm changing lenses, etc.
For that matter, my Kinesis allows me to store my body with the 70-200 and its lens hood in the firing position inside the belt-case... I can pull it out and have it at eye-level within 3 seconds, and all I'd have to do is hit the shutter.
For some reason the weight doesn't bother me... the belt is heavily padded and is very thick. I hiked throughout several national parks this summer, including a 5-6 hour stint in the Zion Narrows (Virgin River), and I never complained of it.
Why am I pushing for the Kinesis so hard?? Well... I actually met a lot of people last summer during my photo trip who saw me changes lenses all the time while standing up, just reaching around my belt pockets, and they all said, "Hey where do I get that??". I'm so proud to look like a dork with all these black pouches hanging off my hips, but have so much fun shooting nowadays, that I'd wanna share with others. :)
Happy shooting,
Keith
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