Show/Discuss Camera Bags Here!

[Vicky]

Hi!

As a newbie, I had two dilemmas: what type of bag to buy, and how to arrange it. So, why not have a thread to discuss these common issues. Better still, why not everybody post photos of your camera bag with your gear in it?

Looking at photos helps a lot, I think. It gives me ideas.

Here's my gear (not updated... add Sigma 18-200 OS & Canon 28mm 2.8)
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/All1.jpg


And this is how it fits into my Lowepro Nova 3 AW..
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/All2.jpg

This is my grab-and-run bag. Picked it up form Foto File, Bkk, funny why the call it the Fat Boy. Good for one medium lens mounted on the 400D without Battery grip. Comes with the detachable Lens Case 150 which can snugly hold either my 70-300 IS or even my 430EX:) Small, Sturdy and Cheap!
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/IMG_7275.jpg

Please share!

Thanks.

Vicky

[Sunny]

Topic Approved

very nice way to present. I am eying the extender and the external flash there. I have a LP AW trekker. Will post it up soon.

[Aryan]

@Vicky: Real nicely presented. :) And neat gear you have there mate.

I am myself looking for a camera bag since quite sometime now. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. My budget is about Rs.4k max. Anything?

[manav]

Own a Lowepro Nova AW. Its itching to get filled to the brim :)

[KrishnenduKes]

@Vicky: Real nicely presented. :) And neat gear you have there mate.

I am myself looking for a camera bag since quite sometime now. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. My budget is about Rs.4k max. Anything?

For that budget, you get an excellent deal on the Mini Trekker, the one most of us own. They were giving it at even a lower deal at the Photo fair.

[Aryan]

For that budget, you get an excellent deal on the Mini Trekker, the one most of us own. They were giving it at even a lower deal at the Photo fair.
Is the Mini Trekker water resistant?

[KrishnenduKes]

Is the Mini Trekker water resistant?

It is water resistant. And underneath the bag there is a pullout fully waterproof cover. Very effective.

[KrishnenduKes]

I am putting across my contribution, my bag, the Lowepro MiniTrekker AW which has an attached pullout waterproof covering that comes out from the bottom in case it rains. Here are a set of pictures...

With 4 lenses and a body. It can easily accommodate a 2nd body too at the bottom!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro1.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro2.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro3.jpg

And finally Loaded:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro4.jpg

[Bibudesh]

For a nikonian like me yes it is !..
This bag belongs to a guy named Kedar Karmarkar. He is one of the official photographer of US Air force and IAF.
I met this person in Aero India-2009 as he happens to be one of my friend's friend (my friend not into photography) ...
I liked his natural finish of photos with very little or no editing. Having Experience in shooting mostly Jets viz Sukhoi, F-18s etc. he also sometimes passes time in Landscapes and automobiles. I liked spending time with him and was highly impressed by his down-to-earth behavior. He is based in SFO and works for Cisco.

His website is http://kedar.smugmug.com

During the chat I peeped into his Tamrac , and I got a certain reason to hide my puny D40 behind..
The gear consisted of-
A Nikon D3
A Nikon D700
A Nikkor 200-400 f/4
A Nikkor 70-200 f/2.8
A Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5
.... And accessoried adding up to a D40 :D ..

Have a look-

http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii35/bibudesh/DSC_0948.jpg

[Vicky]

Ken, you kept your body and lenses directly on the floor! And the 200 L is also on the floor but without its rear cap and so close to the shoes:eek::eek:

Great bag, but too big for your current equipment:)

[KrishnenduKes]

Ken, you kept your body and lenses directly on the floor! And the 200 L is also on the floor but without its rear cap and so close to the shoes:eek::eek:

Great bag, but too big for your current equipment:)

Correct on all counts. I did it only for the photos.

And, yes it is a bag too big for my current equipment. But since I got it as a gift, I could not really refuse it you see.

[Aryan]

And, yes it is a bag too big for my current equipment. But since I got it as a gift, I could not really refuse it you see.

What a gift then it is! Wish I could get the 70-200 or perhaps a 10-22 as a gift! :D

Anyways, jokes aside, how much does the bag cost? The coming month (April) I will be getting a camera bag. Hence, I am just asking around.

[Vicky]

Wanted to go with Lowepro... but could not find what I was looking for..

So, got myself this one..

FotoFile BackPack AW BP-1

http://www.thaidphoto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=200789&stc=1&d=1195051973

http://www.thaidphoto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=200790&stc=1&d=1195052000

Large enough to comfortably carry all of my current gear... very strong ... metal lumbar support... All Weather Rain Cover... Hip Strap for even weight distribution.. lots of small zip pockets for filters and accessories... fully adjustable interior... even had provision to attach a tripod... and also looks pretty low key in black :)

All this for only 2.5k! I thinks its great value!!

EDIT : First two pics are of the net... the attached pic is mine though:)

[KrishnenduKes]

Wanted to go with Lowepro... but could not find what I was looking for..

So, got myself this one..

FotoFile BackPack AW BP-1

Large enough to comfortably carry all of my current gear... very strong ... metal lumbar support... All Weather Rain Cover... Hip Strap for even weight distribution.. lots of small zip pockets for filters and accessories... fully adjustable interior... even had provision to attach a tripod... and also looks pretty low key in black :)

All this for only 2.5k! I thinks its great value!!

And how do you carry the 400 L?

[rio008]

And how do you carry the 400 L?

as he mentioned that the interior is fully adjustable he can remove those partitions and stick wherever he needs. right vicky ?

[Vicky]

as he mentioned that the interior is fully adjustable he can remove those partitions and stick wherever he needs. right vicky ?

That's correct!

[KrishnenduKes]

That's correct!

Certainly! But the way it is packed shown in the picture above, I do not see how you can create that space. :confused:

[Psycho_McCrazy]

Certainly! But the way it is packed shown in the picture above, I do not see how you can create that space. :confused:

The bag is shown with a 70-200/2.8 in it, and when the collapsible hood of the 400/5.6 is closed, it is not that much longer than the 70-200, maybe two inches. Can easily fit on the same loc. as the 70-200 in the shown image, if the camera is re-adjusted to a different location.

[KrishnenduKes]

The bag is shown with a 70-200/2.8 in it, and when the collapsible hood of the 400/5.6 is closed, it is not that much longer than the 70-200, maybe two inches. Can easily fit on the same loc. as the 70-200 in the shown image, if the camera is re-adjusted to a different location.

Precisely my point. You cannot fit both of them in the same bag with all the other stuff in there.

[Xavier]

Cool bag Vicky! And damn cheap too!
BTW, Is this pic off the net?

Edit : I googled 'FotoFile BackPack AW BP-1' and found out that this photograph is indeed off the net. This should solve Ken's question of fitting the two Ls in the bag with the two Sigmas.


P.S : I should have known that this isn't your bag. That body looks more like a MarkII N than anything else and there was no Sigma lens cap to be seen! :|

[KrishnenduKes]

Cool bag Vicky! And damn cheap too!
BTW, Is this pic off the net?

No. It is his bag with his equipment. Presumably.

[Xavier]

No it isn't Ken. Check my previous post which I have edited :D

[KrishnenduKes]

No. It is his bag with his equipment. Presumably.

No it isn't Ken. Check my previous post which I have edited :D

My mistake!

[Vicky]

Actually, my mistake! Pics are off the net and hot linked to original source.. I should have mentioned this in the original post.

[Vicky]

Ok, here are the pics..

My Gear...
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/P1100825a.jpg

The Bag - Front..
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/IMG_0366.jpg

The Bag - Rear...
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/IMG_0367.jpg

Arranged in the Bag...
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l96/rx100/P1100829a.jpg

Both the external SlipLock Cases are unutilized at the moment:)

If I reverse the hood on the 150mm macro, that will free enough space for another medium lens:)

[rio008]

Hey guys i just brought a National Geographic Midi Camera Shoulder Bag (The Earth Explorer Midi Shoulder Bag 2345). brought from a local auction website, its two months rarely used bag and in great condition looks brand new :D
new one cost around 69$ to 79$ and i got it for 35$. howzz that :p

will post the original photos later one.

http://images3.souq.com/uploaded/0709/63bdfa41f8e413e36921a73ff4922ab1_e8f50baff613cdc01 a6a8fd385a901f6/99601246986738.jpg

[KrishnenduKes]

@Rio: Looks pretty decent. Show us the insides when you have taken the pix please. I wonder how these NG bags are!

[Aryan]

@Rio: Looks good. And NG - WOW! ;) Do post some detailed pictures along with your gear in it, which would give us a fair share of idea as to how the bag actually is. :)

[prafultripathy]

Can someone suggest a bag for carrying the following 450D,18-55,55-250,50mm prime...?

The lens count might most probably not go up for atleast another year or maybe even two. :)

But I do need decent amounts of weather protection as I would be using it while I tour around on a bike. Any suggestions?

[synn]

http://www.kata-bags.com/productFRM2HS.asp?p_Id=347&Version=Photo

[hitanshu]

The lens count might most probably not go up for atleast another year or maybe even two. :)

Can we take a rain check on that six months down the line?! :D

guahahahhahaha

[prafultripathy]

http://www.kata-bags.com/productFRM2HS.asp?p_Id=347&Version=Photo

Thanks for that link Synn, I contacted their only Auth. dealers here in India and they don't have that model in stock. But I did ask them prices for other models. Here's what I was quoted :-

DR-461 - 3648/-
C-58 - 4436/-

EDIT: Just got a reply from them for the price of the R-103 bag....its for 10990 :O :O

Lowepro it is most prolly then! :D

They were offering a handsome 15% discount though :D Lets see if can get something smaller and at a lower cost. :o

Can we take a rain check on that six months down the line?! :D

guahahahhahaha

ROFL, I have no idea..this dslr thing came just out of the blue...another lens also might happen just like that :D!

[Xavier]

Wanted to go with Lowepro... but could not find what I was looking for..

So, got myself this one..

FotoFile BackPack AW BP-1

Large enough to comfortably carry all of my current gear... very strong ... metal lumbar support... All Weather Rain Cover... Hip Strap for even weight distribution.. lots of small zip pockets for filters and accessories... fully adjustable interior... even had provision to attach a tripod... and also looks pretty low key in black :)

All this for only 2.5k! I thinks its great value!!

EDIT : First two pics are of the net... the attached pic is mine though:)

Vicky, where did you get this bag from?

[Vicky]

Vicky, where did you get this bag from?

Got this from here..

http://www.fotofile.net/product.php?id=12919

[Bibudesh]

With a max budget of 65$ please help me deciding a bag guys..
Options are-

Nikon
http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Backpack-DSLR-Lenses-Laptop/dp/B000WZV5FW/ref=sr_1_137?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1261649101&sr=1-137

Lowepro
http://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-Flipside-300-Backpack-Black/dp/B000YA33DC/ref=sr_1_96?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1261649042&sr=1-96

http://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-CompuDaypack-Digital-Camera-Backpack/dp/B002S4U48O/ref=sr_1_94?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1261649342&sr=1-94

Tamrac
http://www.amazon.com/Tamrac-5273-Expedition-Photo-Backpack/dp/B00004X0ZO/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1261649269&sr=1-32

Kata
http://www.amazon.com/Kata-KT-DR-465-BR-Rucksack-Accessories/dp/B000VVZ5PS/ref=sr_1_25?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1261649269&sr=1-25

Out of the league the Nikon seems good as I am kind of pulling myself in paying a brand premium to Lowepro.. or is it worth it??

Need help ASAP or my frend will take off from US !..

[synn]

I actually vote for the Kata. I've seen it before in person and the fit and finish is better than the Lowepro. Haven't seen the other 2.

[Devaiah PA]

I actually vote for the Kata. I've seen it before in person and the fit and finish is better than the Lowepro. Haven't seen the other 2.

Even I agree, Kata bags are better than lowepro, also cheaper.
I saw one for 3K, It can take 1/2 camera and atleast 3 lens + accessories.

In the process of selecting a bag, I picked up Samsonite (One cam + 2 lens) for 2K. It has the same finishing of Kata. It is perfect for Every days use, when you know what lens you will be using that day.

A Good deal of Kata bags
http://www.smartshoppers.in/category/kata

[Bibudesh]

Ok guys I thought of zeroing no kata
Kata KT DR-465-BG

Need to know one thing, does this bag has a provision of carrying Tripod. I couldn't see any photo as such with tripod.

[alligator]

Hello Seniors,
I need a help here. How do you guys travel (by Air) with the fully topped up bag with camera, lenses and all the other accessories. I own a CompuTrekker Plus AW and i find it very difficult to carry it as cabin baggage 'coz only up to 7 kgs is allowed. Help please:confused:

[KrishnenduKes]

Hello Seniors,
I need a help here. How do you guys travel (by Air) with the fully topped up bag with camera, lenses and all the other accessories. I own a CompuTrekker Plus AW and i find it very difficult to carry it as cabin baggage 'coz only up to 7 kgs is allowed. Help please:confused:

I use a Trekker too and also a laptop bag. And I have travelled with my bag topped up with equipments chargers and stuff and the laptop across continents and countries. Nobody has said anything to me so far!

[Aryan]

Hello Seniors,
I need a help here. How do you guys travel (by Air) with the fully topped up bag with camera, lenses and all the other accessories. I own a CompuTrekker Plus AW and i find it very difficult to carry it as cabin baggage 'coz only up to 7 kgs is allowed. Help please:confused:
I have traveled with my camera bag and equipment a couple of times via air. It didn't cause any problems, thankfully. :)

[alligator]

Hi Krishn & Aryan,
Thank you for your replies. How you guys do that. Please Share, is there any special consideration for the photographers like Seaman's. last year I was asked Sir, your bag is 1.5 kg overweight and all I was carrying was D50, 18 - 200, 18 - 55, macbook pro and my certificate file. It took me good 10 minutes to make the air personnel understand that it is only an camera and couple of lenses nothing else.

Regards
KARAN

[Bibudesh]

Hi Krishn & Aryan,
Thank you for your replies. How you guys do that. Please Share, is there any special consideration for the photographers like Seaman's. last year I was asked Sir, your bag is 1.5 kg overweight and all I was carrying was D50, 18 - 200, 18 - 55, macbook pro and my certificate file. It took me good 10 minutes to make the air personnel understand that it is only an camera and couple of lenses nothing else.

Regards
KARAN

Its easy. Carry separate bags for camera and laptop. They never weigh the smaller bags (read laptop bag). I always carry two bags for cabin- a small and a big. Ironically the smaller bag will always weigh more than the bigger ones, but noone bother to check the weight of smaller bag.

No problem till date.

[alligator]

Thank you Mr. Bibudesh,
I will try this out next time.

[Aryan]

@alligator: My camera bag is not 'over-weight' for airline purposes, perhaps, because I do not have a laptop! I just carry the body, and 3 separate lenses. That is all that I carry in the bag. :)

[prashantroy]

I hope this tread hasn't died.

I recently purchased the canon 500d and currently using the 'free' bag i got from canon edge. i think it very cumbersome for taking out and putting back the camera.

I'm looking for a small camera bag as i don't intend to buy any new lens in the foreseeable future (still exploring the kit lens).

my budget would be 4k max. I would be great if any of the members can point me to a shop of some sort in Delhi NCR.

Thanks.

[Devaiah PA]

I hope this tread hasn't died.

I recently purchased the canon 500d and currently using the 'free' bag i got from canon edge. i think it very cumbersome for taking out and putting back the camera.

I'm looking for a small camera bag as i don't intend to buy any new lens in the foreseeable future (still exploring the kit lens).

my budget would be 4k max. I would be great if any of the members can point me to a shop of some sort in Delhi NCR.

Thanks.

Check out for KATA sling shots at smartshoppers.in

[prashantroy]

Check out for KATA sling shots at smartshoppers.in

Thanks for the reply Devaiah.

Could any one please guide me where could i get such bags in delhi, as i'm not very comfortable in buying a high value item of the internet.

[Aryan]

Thanks for the reply Devaiah.

Could any one please guide me where could i get such bags in delhi, as i'm not very comfortable in buying a high value item of the internet.
You can find official KATA bags in Palika Bazaar. KATA has opened their shop there. :) Also, do look at similarly priced LowePro models.

[robin234]

I am putting across my contribution, my bag, the Lowepro MiniTrekker AW which has an attached pullout waterproof covering that comes out from the bottom in case it rains. Here are a set of pictures...

With 4 lenses and a body. It can easily accommodate a 2nd body too at the bottom!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro1.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro2.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro3.jpg

And finally Loaded:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j305/krishnendukes/Lowepro4.jpg

man what is this :(((((((((
you keep stuff on the floor :(((((((

[KrishnenduKes]

Now this is my latest acquisition:

It is a Kata 3in1 20 family bag. I present some photographs down below:

Front View

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1693&stc=1&d=1283422528

Rear View

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1694&stc=1&d=1283422528

Sling Position

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1695&stc=1&d=1283422528

Pulled to Quick Draw position!

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1696&stc=1&d=1283422528

Quick Draw Just open the clip and pull and you are ready to draw your camera out...

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1697&stc=1&d=1283422528

Cross position: the most comfortable to open one side to get into quick draw position:

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1698&stc=1&d=1283422528
It can open on either side depending on how you have loaded the bag. The bag is built in a perfect symmetry. It has identical openings on either side to use from whichever side the user feels comfortable with.

Normal Backpack position

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1699&stc=1&d=1283422528

Trolley fitment: This is where the trolley fits in. The Kata family comes with trollies. This comes with a trolley that costs 3K or thereabouts.

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1700&stc=1&d=1283422528

This bag costs 6.5K INR in the Indian market.

It can easily contain one body with a BG and a lens, my 85mm, my 200mm and it will also easily hold another lens that is 26cms in length and two flash units, a card reader, battery charger units, cables and other paraphernalia like special detachable slots for memory cards, slave units etc!

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

Now what do I get Ken for guessing it 100%??;)

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

Now what do I get Ken for guessing it 100%??;)

Anvancy

As many photowalks as you want with us in Old Delhi and free use of my FF with the lenses during those shoots! :)

[Devaiah PA]

As many photowalks as you want with us in Old Delhi and free use of my FF with the lenses during those shoots! :)

Even I was interested in this bag....
What is the difference between 3in1 20 and 30 models?

[Vicky]

Nice Bag.... very convenient when travelling light!

OT: Damn! You're really sweating in these shots! Is it still that hot in Delhi?:p

[prashantroy]

Now this is my latest acquisition:

It is a Kata 3in1 20 family bag. I present some photographs down below:

Front View

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1693&stc=1&d=1283422528



Nice bag Ken. I'm yet i zero in on a bag, will keep a look out for this one if its available in India.

It seems you are from delhi, would you be kind enough to point me to a shop which is reliable and does not fleece people.

Thanks.

[synn]

Haha, I knew you loved that bag from the day we discussed this, Ken. :D

Devaiah: The 30 can hold a laptop. That's the only difference.

[Devaiah PA]

Nice bag Ken. I'm yet i zero in on a bag, will keep a look out for this one if its available in India.


in india it is available here www.smartshopper.in
Ken, is the pricing good at the above website.

synn, thanks for the info.

will it take in a 70-200mm with body?

[KrishnenduKes]

Even I was interested in this bag....
What is the difference between 3in1 20 and 30 models?

The difference in the 20 and 30 is the size and the number of lenses that they can accomodate. Have a look at the comparisons below:

3n1-20 (http://www.kata-bags.com/productFRM2HS.asp?p_Id=432&Version=Photo)

3n1-30 (http://www.kata-bags.com/productFRM2HS.asp?p_Id=433&Version=Photo)

You also have video tutorials on how to pack your equipment. Lefty, righty etc

The 22 and the 33 versions have added space for a laptop.

Nice Bag.... very convenient when travelling light!

OT: Damn! You're really sweating in these shots! Is it still that hot in Delhi?:p

It is 33°C max with 96% humidity!

Nice bag Ken. I'm yet i zero in on a bag, will keep a look out for this one if its available in India.

It seems you are from delhi, would you be kind enough to point me to a shop which is reliable and does not fleece people.

Thanks.

There is a Kata outlet I think at Pallika. I think Aryan mentionned it somewhere here. They have MRP marked on them.

Haha, I knew you loved that bag from the day we discussed this, Ken. :D

Devaiah: The 30 can hold a laptop. That's the only difference.

Yes to the first part.

Not to the second part. The 30 is a larger version that can hold upto 5-6 lenses with the possibility of a large zoom. The 20 can hold 3-4 lenses with one medium zoom.

in india it is available here www.smartshopper.in
Ken, is the pricing good at the above website.

synn, thanks for the info.

will it take in a 70-200mm with body?

Prices on that website is the same as the MRP. I am not comfortable with websites since I cannot negotiate. When I was at Spencer's, I managed to negotiate the price on the MRP.

[synn]

Ah, I stand corrected, then.

[KrishnenduKes]

Ah, I stand corrected, then.

Go for it Synn. Unless you are carrying a 300mm f2.8, this will easily last you another 5-6 years. Even my previous Lowepro was pretty decent and gave me service for 5 years. But this is compact, I find the sling design to be pretty useful and it is really well thought out! Superb product, good design and not bulky at all and the different ways you can carry it is simply wonderful.

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

As many photowalks as you want with us in Old Delhi and free use of my FF with the lenses during those shoots! :)

Gotta book my ticket ASAP..

Anvancy

[Aryan]

@Ken Da: Lovely backpack that. I am also looking out for a nice, sturdy camera bag that can withstand some grueling journeys and shoots. Also, the bag that you have bought, will it fit two camera bodies nicely (the 400D with the 18-55mm and the 7D with the 70-200 f2.8)? I would also need to carry my other two lenses (the 50mm f1.8 and the 100mm f2.8) along with a couple of battery chargers and some sundry equipment (like pen, notepad to jot down notes, etc.).

Additionally, the bag ideally should have space for two more general purpose zooms, if possible. :)

Thanks.

[Devaiah PA]

@Ken Da: Lovely backpack that. I am also looking out for a nice, sturdy camera bag that can withstand some grueling journeys and shoots. Also, the bag that you have bought, will it fit two camera bodies nicely (the 400D with the 18-55mm and the 7D with the 70-200 f2.8)? I would also need to carry my other two lenses (the 50mm f1.8 and the 100mm f2.8) along with a couple of battery chargers and some sundry equipment (like pen, notepad to jot down notes, etc.).

Additionally, the bag ideally should have space for two more general purpose zooms, if possible. :)

Thanks.

For your requirements checkfor the Bumble Bee series from KATA. It is rock Solid

[Nakul]

Was checking out the features of this bag; as you mentioned pretty compact. Loved the rain cover which i believe is really useful.

[KrishnenduKes]

For your requirements checkfor the Bumble Bee series from KATA. It is rock Solid

The Bumble Bee is a new product and it may or may not be available in our country. Besides, it looks cumbersome like my Lowepro which is why I opted out of my Lowepro after 5 years since I wanted something versatile, mobile, easy to use and very compact.

And yes, you can also carry a 2nd body with lens attached, but then you sacrifice the space for one lens, 3-4 instead of 4-5.

@Aryan: Lets meet. You can have a look!

[robin234]

ken dada , I want this bag :D(off course when I will have money )

congos :)

so how was rain dance :p (you look terribly wet :D

please pm me from which shop in delhi you go this :)

[prashantroy]

There is a Kata outlet I think at Pallika. I think Aryan mentionned it somewhere here. They have MRP marked on them.


Yes Aryan did mention that Kata has a shop in Palika, the apprehension that i have it that Kata's website lists the shop below on their website.

Type: Video/Photo
Address: 216-A/13, Gautam Nagar Gulmohar Park, New Delhi - 110 049
Country: India
Tel: +91-11 26 859 173
Fax: +91-11 26 532 991
Visit web site: http://www.photosystemsindia.com
Contact by email: info@photosystemsindia.com

has anyone heard of these guys and whether they are reliable and will give you a good price.

[KrishnenduKes]

has anyone heard of these guys and whether they are reliable and will give you a good price.

Price is bar coded and printed on the bag on the Kata tags.

I did not buy it from a Kata shop. I got it from Spencer's generic store. I will find out if one can find it at Shopper's Stop or some similar place.

[surya@64]

@Kris, Congrats on the new Bag. It looks very ergonomic and a photo description says it all.
Any ways your old bag did need a replacement.:)

[hitanshu]

hmm, time for me to move up from my desi fugly 550 rs wala big ass bag to something easier and more ergonomic (who totally enjoyed the stock bag that canon supplies)

[Aryan]

I got an opportunity to have a look at Ken Da's Kata first hand, and boy I am impressed! Forget all the thousand pockets and nick-nacks that the bag can accommodate. I am simply blown away by the sling action; makes life SO much more easier! :)

[KrishnenduKes]

I got an opportunity to have a look at Ken Da's Kata first hand, and boy I am impressed! Forget all the thousand pockets and nick-nacks that the bag can accommodate. I am simply blown away by the sling action; makes life SO much more easier! :)

I told you so! :)

[Shabbar]

posting a few snaps of my new VANGUARD UP-Rise sling bag (weather Proof)


capacity one large DSLR with attached lens and 2 extra lenses + flash and accesories

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1779&d=1284536650

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1780&d=1284536650

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1781&d=1284536650

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1782&d=1284536650

[KrishnenduKes]

posting a few snaps of my new VANGUARD UP-Rise sling bag (weather Proof)


capacity one large DSLR with attached lens and 2 extra lenses + flash and accesories


Few questions...

1. Price?

2. Could you show us how it serves as a shoulder sling?

Some photos of how you arranged your stuff inside would be nice too...

Thanks for sharing.

[Shabbar]

Few questions...

1. Price?

2. Could you show us how it serves as a shoulder sling?

Some photos of how you arranged your stuff inside would be nice too...

Thanks for sharing.

Price is Rs 3400

rest i will click a few photos today evening and will post it here .

thanx kenda for inserting my photos in the post itself , i just dont know how to do it.

[KrishnenduKes]

Price is Rs 3400

rest i will click a few photos today evening and will post it here .

thanx kenda for inserting my photos in the post itself , i just dont know how to do it.

That is a very good price!

[hitanshu]

Can we have a sticky post on camera bag recommendations with link to pictures?

I'd like budget ranges like <1000, 1000-3000, uptill 5000, and then the drool maal.

@Shabbar - looks nice but the pics are a bit dull - not as clear as your other pics bro :D. must've been the excitement!

[KrishnenduKes]

Can we have a sticky post on camera bag recommendations with link to pictures?

I'd like budget ranges like <1000, 1000-3000, uptill 5000, and then the drool maal.

@Shabbar - looks nice but the pics are a bit dull - not as clear as your other pics bro :D. must've been the excitement!

Made Sticky

Could you make a list of the pics posts. I will copy paste them on the first post? Thanks.

[Shabbar]

Few questions...

1. Price?

2. Could you show us how it serves as a shoulder sling?

Some photos of how you arranged your stuff inside would be nice too...

Thanks for sharing.

posting some more photos of my bag, some taken from the net and others taken by my camphone. so pls pardon the quality.

this is how i wear my bag

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1784&stc=1&d=1284621789

this is how i keep it when taking out camera and other stuff

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1789&stc=1&d=1284621964

this is how i stack my camera with long lense
http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1786&stc=1&d=1284621964

or else whem i am using my prime lense i keep all the lenses in the lower compartment and use the upper compartment to store my camera with short lens
http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1788&stc=1&d=1284621964

some shots of the net
http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1785&stc=1&d=1284621964

http://www.thephotographer.in/darkroom/attachment.php?attachmentid=1790&stc=1&d=1284622359

[KrishnenduKes]

posting some more photos of my bag, some taken from the net and others taken by my camphone. so pls pardon the quality.

this is how i wear my bag


Thanks Shabbar.

I think that last shot is something similar to the quick draw mode of stacking the bag that is done in the Kata that I have shown.

This looks like a compact bag with decent ergonomics and good rate!

[Shabbar]

Thanks Shabbar.

I think that last shot is something similar to the quick draw mode of stacking the bag that is done in the Kata that I have shown.

This looks like a compact bag with decent ergonomics and good rate!

yes kenda its a lot smaller than your Kata, but big enough for my requirement it will even fit the 60mm macro i am planning to buy :):D.

the sling action is very similiar to what you have shown with your Kata bag.

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

I use this.

http://products.lowepro.com//CatalogImages/18-1922-IMG1_LRG.jpeg

Its a Lowepro CompuDayPack.

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

I use this.

Its a Lowepro CompuDayPack.

Anvancy

Wow! Nice shot.

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

Wow! Nice shot.

hahaha..Its an image from the official site!

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

hahaha..Its an image from the official site!

Anvancy

Oh! That's a letdown. I thought that it was your stuff with your Macro image on the screen etc...

Don't you think that the bag is a bit big for your requirements?

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

It suits perfect for me.

It can carry my 15inch laptop.(able to carry 17inch)
My Fuji and Canon which sit in the lower compartment.
A nice 1 ltr bottle my raynox kit and other nitti gritties.
A File.Extra Clothes at times and food.

When I go for macro shooting in nearby greens,mainly I am cut off during the session.At these times multiple usage bags benefit me.

I had looked at the trekker series.With Laptop ones were too costly.And I was on a huge tight budget.

During my Corbett Trip,This bag was stuffed to brim and also had the Fuji raynox and Minolta with the 70-300 lens.

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

It suits perfect for me.

It can carry my 15inch laptop.(able to carry 17inch)
My Fuji and Canon which sit in the lower compartment.
A nice 1 ltr bottle my raynox kit and other nitti gritties.
A File.Extra Clothes at times and food.

When I go for macro shooting in nearby greens,mainly I am cut off during the session.At these times multiple usage bags benefit me.



Ah! Now I know. You put food and drinks and clothes in your camera bag! You basically use it for camping out. Is there provision for a sleeping bag too?

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

Ah! Now I know. You put food and drinks and clothes in your camera bag! You basically use it for camping out. Is there provision for a sleeping bag too?


Can tie it to my bag.

Here is a shot of me and my bag.:p

http://i52.tinypic.com/2cwpeth.jpg

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

Can tie it to my bag.

Here is a shot of me and my bag.:p

Anvancy

Man! This is dedication. :)

So your diffuser kit goes in there too?

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

Man! This is dedication. :)

So your diffuser kit goes in there too?

have to carry the diffuser separately.otherwise due to the other things it gets crumbled inside.

Anvancy

[prashantroy]

Finally bought myself a bag this weekend. A Kata DR-467i from Photosystems India (official distributors of Kata in India) in Delhi. the bag cost me 5k but i think its worth it. as of now i dont any lenses apart from the kit lense (18-55) so it works out to be perfect and as a bonus i get to carry my laptop around too (MacBook Pro 13). :D. below i some pictures from a website. will update these soon.

Cheers!

http://shashinki.com/shop/images/KT-DR467I-BLK-RED.jpg

image © 2005-2010 SHASHINKI DOT COM

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

congrats prashant!

Bag looks good.

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

Finally bought myself a bag this weekend. A Kata DR-467i from Photosystems India (official distributors of Kata in India) in Delhi. the bag cost me 5k but i think its worth it. as of now i dont any lenses apart from the kit lense (18-55) so it works out to be perfect and as a bonus i get to carry my laptop around too (MacBook Pro 13). :D. below i some pictures from a website. will update these soon.

Cheers!

Wow! Damn good bag for 5K.

[prashantroy]

Wow! Damn good bag for 5K.

Thanks guys!

Kata is also offering 'lifetime warranty' for a limited time if one registers on their website, so that is one more consideration that can be kept in mind for buying kata bags. if anyone wants coordinates for getting to the place i bought it from can PM me.

Cheers!

Roy

[shutterbug]

I use this.

http://products.lowepro.com//CatalogImages/18-1922-IMG1_LRG.jpeg

Its a Lowepro CompuDayPack.

Anvancy
Thanks for sharing. Is it water proof Anvay?

[Jonak]

Got myself a Lowepro Flipside 400 AW recently.
My friend and fellow FIS (flickr in Seoul) member David has done a detailed review of this bag. So, I am not going into it. Main reson for buying this bag is for accommodating my two cameras. Feel free to ask me anything if you want to know.
Here is Devid's review on the bag.
http://www.davidsmeaton.com/index.php/lowepro-flipside-400-review/
And a must watch video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgyFDy3W6I0
http://www.digidirect.com.au/plugins/Cart/ProductImages/2227_lowepro_flipside_400_aw.jpg

[KrishnenduKes]

http://www.digidirect.com.au/plugins/Cart/ProductImages/2227_lowepro_flipside_400_aw.jpg

Looks like a lovely bag. Do you need such a bag currently?

In recent times I have heard and seen that the quality of Lowepro bags have gone down quite a bit. I have seen several zippers break recently, bodies falling out and so on... Hope you guys have a good time with your Lowepros!

[Aryan]

@Jonak: Congrats, here too! You are on a buying spree, I see! ;)

[Jonak]

Looks like a lovely bag. Do you need such a bag currently?

In recent times I have heard and seen that the quality of Lowepro bags have gone down quite a bit. I have seen several zippers break recently, bodies falling out and so on... Hope you guys have a good time with your Lowepros!

Thanks. It is a huge bag. :o
Yes, I do not really need a big bag like this at the moment. But I think soon I may pick up more lenses as per requirement. Then again I had to change bag.
Also, just for random daylight shots, I would prefer my Panasonic FZ28 any day. So, for two cameras I needed a bigger bag.

@Jonak: Congrats, here too! You are on a buying spree, I see! ;)

Thanks.
Haha. Yes, inspired by you. ;)
BTW, I have bought a White swift vxi back home too. :D

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

Thanks for sharing. Is it water proof Anvay?

No deb.its not waterproof.Its water resistant.Though it will not simply stand the torrential rains of our area.I tested it in *very heavy*rains and it got wet.Though there was not much seepage inside.A rain cover will help.

Though the trekker series will suit better for the rains.For my budget this suited best considering what I wanted.

Anvancy

[KrishnenduKes]

No deb.its not waterproof.Its water resistant.Though it will not simply stand the torrential rains of our area.I tested it in *very heavy*rains and it got wet.Though there was not much seepage inside.A rain cover will help.

Anvancy

Risky business testing out equipment like that! :)

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

Risky business testing out equipment like that! :)

Sadly Pentax is not supported in INDIA!:putter foolishness.

Anvancy

[Devaiah PA]

If you have expensive heavy equipment.. below is a beautiful backpack which is also rugged and comes with a skeleton inside....

http://mediacdn.shopatron.com/media/mfg/2747/media_image/live_3/thm/t718_BumbleBee_PL_220_0010_p1.jpg?1306177317

Is also has two pouches which can take 2-4 lens, the same can be removed to make more space for telephoto lens.
http://mediacdn.shopatron.com/media/mfg/2747/media_image/live_3/thm/t718_BumbleBee_PL_220_0008_p2.jpg?1306177317

I liked this part the most... It will keep your back straight and stiff.....
http://mediacdn.shopatron.com/media/mfg/2747/media_image/live_3/thm/t718_BumbleBee_PL_220_0010_p3.jpg?1320879818

Also comes with extra camera strap....
The minor details in design and ergonomics Kata has provided is amazing..

Photos are from Kata Website.

[anvancy-(macro analyst)]

How much does it retail for?

Anvancy

[Devaiah PA]

how much does it retail for?

Anvancy

14-15k (mrp 17k+)

[KrishnenduKes]

If you have expensive heavy equipment.. below is a beautiful backpack which is also rugged and comes with a skeleton inside....


Photos are from Kata Website.

I like the looks of it.

I like the way it is built.

And it is excellent to carry a camera over long periods of time provided I am not using the camera. I would not want to use this if I have to use the camera. I prefer using a bag where it is easy for me to take the camera out at any moment and use it. And for this reason, I carry my bag in front of me most of the time during a live street shoot. (Not during a hotel or controlled shoot of course).