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Saturday, July 14, 2012

Lowepro Pro Trekker 600 AW Camera Backpack (Mica/Black) Review

Lowepro Pro Trekker 600 AW Camera Backpack (Mica/Black)
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The Pro Trekker 600 AW is a outstanding product. From the structure of the pack to all it's fundamentals, this pack will get you where you need to go. For years I have been searching for the "perfect pack" as many as you surly have, and I have spend some money creating custom bags to suit my needs doing photo backpacking trips and events. I researched this bag very carefully and really studied all the features Lowepro created. The outside material holds up amazing in extreme weather conditions which include rain, snow and sand.
The outside pouches hold plenty or accessories and small item equipment like keys, wallets, phones ect.. and have plenty of room for your tripods. The inside space is amazing. Inside my pack I carry:
Canon 1D Mark III
Canon 1D Mark IV
Canon 70-200mm f/2.8
Canon 50mm f/1.2
Canon 16-35 f/2.8
Canon 15mm f/2.8 fisheye
Canon 580ex Flash
Canon 580exII Flash
Garry Fong Diffuser
Small Cap Diffuser
Two Batteries
Battery Charger w/ Solar Power Panel
25+/- AA Batteries
Flashlight
Camelback Blatter
10 various filters
Memory Cards
Flashcords and other corded accessories
15" MacbookPro
200gb pocket hard-drive
Gitzo Tripod
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This bag still has plenty of room for food, extra clothing and supplies! The 600 AW is rather large and bulky but when you put it on your back the comfort is a 10 out of 10! Extremely comfortable! I have taken this pack with me on multiple trips; hiking, climbing, on long motocross trail rides, you name it. The support you get from this pack is awesome! I found this link to the product video which really helped me decide to go ahead and purchase this. Check out [...]
I hope my "2 cents" mattered and you get the most out of this product as I did. Thank you Lowepro!

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The Pro Trekker 600 AW by Lowepro is the ultimate, hydration-ready, expedition camera backpack. Lightweight, yet durable, it offers superior protection and comfort with Lowepro's premium suspension system. Inspired by Lowepro's world-famous Trekker series of backpacks, Pro Trekker 600 AW appeals to professional outdoor and adventure photographers who need a solution that travels well-in rugged terrain or by air. A full roster of inventive and convenient features include: 10 adjustment points from top of pack to lumbar; removable waistpack/backpack lid; three tripod sleeves; hydration pocket with seam-sealed pouch; checkpoint-friendly laptop sleeve; Hideaway Tripod Mount with and Lowepro's patented All Weather AW Cover.

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Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Lowepro CompuPrimus All Weather Backpack (Arctic Blue) Review

Lowepro CompuPrimus All Weather Backpack (Arctic Blue)
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Received the package and immediately tried to set up my gear. First thing I tried to do was use the handy side compartment. Much to my disappointment, my camera was not easily inserted and even more difficultly removed. I have a Canon 7D. One problem with this bag is the zipper does not unzip far enough. The zipper stops shy of 180 degrees leaving a lot of resistance with the flap. I didn't have my battery grip on at the time, but still had to take the bag completely off and fight to get the camera out. Now that I have my battery grip on, there is no chance of using this access (using this access compartment was the selling point). On top of the bad zipper design, one of the shoulder straps is also in the way. The computer bag was a tad too small for my laptop. I couldn't get it completely zipped without feeling like the zipper was going to detonate. Finally, it's big! Really big! It can't possibly be used as a carry-on. If this was tried to be carried onto an aircraft, I'm sure, because of the size, the airline would make you check it at the gate which would defeat the purpose. I know it wouldn't fit under a seat, and you would be lucky to get this giant bag in the largest overhead compartment.
For me, this bag is unusable in many ways.

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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Lowepro 35091 Primus AW Premium Backpack (Black) Review

Lowepro 35091 Primus AW Premium Backpack (Black)
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The Primus AW is a nearly perfect multi-purpose camera backpack. I've been looking for a backpack that could hold a reasonable amount of photography and non-photography gear for several years, and this is the first I've found that manages get the balance just right. It has many things to like about it and only a few minor flaws.
The photography gear section is at the bottom of the bag. It is able to hold a professional body with a 70-200mm lens attached (but without the hood), along with a couple of other lenses and a flash. For most of my day trips, this is plenty of gear. The padding in this area is quite sufficient and there are dividers that can be arranged to partition the gear however you like. Access to the camera gear is through the back of the backpack, which helps prevent theft and allows you to get the gear out without getting the part of the bag that touches your back dirty. The photography section can also be accessed by a side panel that allows easy removal of the camera. While this works great for a regular-sized camera, my Rebel XTi with the battery grip on doesn't fit through the opening easily. I wish they would have made this access panel a bit bigger to accommodate the bodies with grips.
The upper compartment is a slightly padded area that can hold a lot of non-photography gear. I packed a first aid kit, food, maps, and a GorillaPod table-tripod in it and still had room to spare. On the front of the bag is a sort of half-open expandable area that is perfect for holding a jacket, books, or other items. It can even hold a small notebook computer. The outermost part of the bag has a tripod attachment that also worked great for trekking poles. Underneath the bag is the storage for the attached all-weather cover, should it begin to rain. Finally, on the side of the bag is an expandable pocket for a water bottle.
There are very few downsides to the bag. The first is the already-mentioned size of the side-access panel. This won't be a problem for most people that don't own cameras with grips. The second downside to the bag is that it only comes in one size. The bag is slightly short for my torso. It would have been great if they offered these in different sizes like camping backpack makers do. For me, an extra inch would have been great, allowing me to put more of the load onto my hips. The final negative that I have encountered is that there are no SlipLock attachments on the bag. I have a few accessory attachments that I use with my other Lowepro bags and they won't work with this bag.
Overall, if you're an average sized person who wants a bag to carry around for a day hike through the park or while touring a city, this bag is a wonderful choice. I have other bags for other purposes, but I can see this being my go-to bag for most occasions.


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Monday, May 7, 2012

Lowepro 35092 Primus AW Premium Backpack (Arctic Blue) Review

Lowepro 35092 Primus AW Premium Backpack (Arctic Blue)
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The Primus AW is a nearly perfect multi-purpose camera backpack. I've been looking for a backpack that could hold a reasonable amount of photography and non-photography gear for several years, and this is the first I've found that manages get the balance just right. It has many things to like about it and only a few minor flaws.
The photography gear section is at the bottom of the bag. It is able to hold a professional body with a 70-200mm lens attached (but without the hood), along with a couple of other lenses and a flash. For most of my day trips, this is plenty of gear. The padding in this area is quite sufficient and there are dividers that can be arranged to partition the gear however you like. Access to the camera gear is through the back of the backpack, which helps prevent theft and allows you to get the gear out without getting the part of the bag that touches your back dirty. The photography section can also be accessed by a side panel that allows easy removal of the camera. While this works great for a regular-sized camera, my Rebel XTi with the battery grip on doesn't fit through the opening easily. I wish they would have made this access panel a bit bigger to accommodate the bodies with grips.
The upper compartment is a slightly padded area that can hold a lot of non-photography gear. I packed a first aid kit, food, maps, and a GorillaPod table-tripod in it and still had room to spare. On the front of the bag is a sort of half-open expandable area that is perfect for holding a jacket, books, or other items. It can even hold a small notebook computer. The outermost part of the bag has a tripod attachment that also worked great for trekking poles. Underneath the bag is the storage for the attached all-weather cover, should it begin to rain. Finally, on the side of the bag is an expandable pocket for a water bottle.
There are very few downsides to the bag. The first is the already-mentioned size of the side-access panel. This won't be a problem for most people that don't own cameras with grips. The second downside to the bag is that it only comes in one size. The bag is slightly short for my torso. It would have been great if they offered these in different sizes like camping backpack makers do. For me, an extra inch would have been great, allowing me to put more of the load onto my hips. The final negative that I have encountered is that there are no SlipLock attachments on the bag. I have a few accessory attachments that I use with my other Lowepro bags and they won't work with this bag.
Overall, if you're an average sized person who wants a bag to carry around for a day hike through the park or while touring a city, this bag is a wonderful choice. I have other bags for other purposes, but I can see this being my go-to bag for most occasions.


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Sunday, January 8, 2012

Lowepro CompuPrimus All Weather Backpack (Black) Review

Lowepro CompuPrimus All Weather Backpack (Black)
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I have learned, that when it comes to photography backpacks, there is not a single pack, that will do it all. Not well, at least.
I travel a lot and, therefore, I lug my camera and computer around quite a bit. I'd always relied on a combination of a Lowepro Stealth Reporter D300 (which is a great camera bag for walking around) and a normal North Face backpack, to carry my computer and My Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 when going on airplanes. This was, however, a bit laboursome and I decided to get a more suitable piece of luggage.
I was looking for a backpack that would accomodate 1) my big telephoto zoom lens, 2) my Macbook Pro, and 3) a couple of extras, like for example a book, some clothing items, or whatever one might need in the course of a travel.
I made a lot of comparisons between different types of bags and finally narrowed it down to two: the Fastpack 350 and this one. In the end, I chose the Compuprimus because it has the Lowepro All Weather cover (which have rescued the day for me before) and a tripod support.
And now: the bag. It is HUGE. I stand at 6'2", and the bag still seems quite enourmous on me (well, perhaps not enourmous, but quite large anyway), which makes it less than ideal for walking around in cities with. I live in Beijing, which, granted, is a very busy and overpopulated city, but it is nigh on impossible to take this bag with me on a 'photowalk' in the city. But then again, that's not what I bought it for, and, I suspect, not what most people would buy it for (why would one, for example, want to lug ones computer around with one on such walks?).
Inside, the camera compartment is big enough to hold my camera with beforementioned large zoom lens attached plus a couple of other lenses, memory cards, cables and cleaning kit. With a bit of will, pushing and swearing, one could also fit in ones flash unit (I usually keep it in its pouch, which makes it a bit bigger, so I keep it in the 'luggage compartment' of the bag). The access to the camera compartment is from the rear, facing towards your back, which not only increases security, but actually also makes it more convenient for you to access your gear without having to put the bag on the ground. There is a small 'hatch' on the right (when carrying the backpack), that allows for easy access to your camera. This little hatch is, however, not as practical as one could've hoped for. The opening is not really big enough for me to pull out the camera quickly or smoothly enough for me to use it. I prefer to get it out the cumbersome way. But that may be me, who is clumsy, and not the bag.
The compartment for storing other things, looks quite small, but will actually hold quite a lot. There's ample room for a book or two (depending on sizes obviously), phone, MP3 gear, a delicious fizzy beverage, and a thin piece of clothing (raincoat or some such thing). It is, however, not large enough to fit your jacket AND something else. There's ample room for stuff needed on a flight or a daytrip. There's also a outside side pocket, that'll take some things if necessary.
The detachable computer sleeve sits in front of the bag, and is, as a piece of kit, very impressive. It can be taken out and used as a seperate bag (will only hold a laptop, though) as it has both a handle and a detachable shoulderstrap. It also has a sunscreen, which makes it possible to use the computer in the field when the sun is shining. However, this feature I haven't used yet. I usually just leave the sleeve at the hotel and use the pack without it when 'on location'.
The backpack is very sturdy, as Lowepro's products tend to be, and you can really feel the quality. Despite being so big and heavy (it's some 6 pounds or so when empty) it sits really comfortably on your back. I wouldn't hesitate for a moment bringing this on a daylong hike. The weight is really nicely distributed on your back and hips, it doesn't seem nearly as heavy once you've got it on. The waistsupport and cheststrap only adds to this feeling, and sits perfectly (on me at least).
It's not a cheap backpack, not at all. But you pay for quality and you get a lot for your money. You can also find comfort in the fact, that some of the proceedings from the sale of this bag goes to help polarbears (a fact that calmed mu initial outrage at the asking price). It's also partially made from recycled plastic, and I, being a large consumer of soda, found that very nice indeed.
In short (well, that's a bit too late now, isn't it): it does what it is supposed to do very well. It takes a lot of gear and keeps it safely protected from the elements and the environment. I suspect that if you are a person of a rather petite build, this bag would be too large, but otherwise it is just large. I will most likely purchase a Slingshot as well, or perhaps a Minitrekker or some such backpack for day to day trekking/walking purposes, but this one keeps my travel needs satisfied, which is no small thing in itself.
I rate it 4.5 stars, the .5 subtraction coming from the slightly clumsy nature of the backpack and the less than ideal 'easy access' flap. I would definitely recommend this to others.

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Saturday, January 7, 2012

Kata R-101 GDC Rucksack for DSLR Camera w/ 200mm Lens Attached or DV Camcorder Review

Kata R-101 GDC Rucksack for DSLR Camera w/ 200mm Lens Attached or DV Camcorder
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I've had the Kata Rucksack R-101 Backpack now for over a year. This is my first review.
I am extremely pleased with this purchase. I can carry my Canon Rebel Xti with Canon Image Stabilizer 70-300mm telephoto lens attached, a Sigma 10-20mm Wide Angle lens, Canon EFS 18-55mm standard lens, Nikon Coolpix 7900 Digital Camera, Canon Vixia HG 20 High Def. Camcorder, Battery Charger for Xti & 3 batteries, Battery Charger for Nikon Coolpix 7900 & 2 batteries, 3 filters for Xti, Dry Pack for Nikon Coolpix 7900, 5 compact flash cards and a 3-piece lens care kit. The only thing I could not manage to fit in was the power adapter and cables for the camcorder. The Kata Rucksack rides comfortably on my back and the padding inside provides a safe nest for all this gear. After filling up the Kata Rucksack, I called my homeowners ins. representative and took out rider to insure my cameras, camcorder and lenses. With the added insurance and the Kata Rucksack R-101 Backpack I feel my camera gear is safe and secure.

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Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Lowepro Primus Minimus All Weather Backpack (Arctic Blue) Review

Lowepro Primus Minimus All Weather Backpack (Arctic Blue)
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i have this backpack, and use to carry my nikon d80. as of yet, only have 1 18-70 lens, and seems enough to one or two more. don't do hiking, just walk arround the city, but i have lots of non-photographic material. tried the kata 3n1-10 and 20, but they are small for that material, tough they do have better inner organization pouches. and so far these are the pros and cons:
pros:
- all the fabric seems of very good quality
- there is enough room for camera and even more for non-photographic material
- i have 1.6 m. for me, it has the perfect ergonomy. heard that taller people have some trouble with it
- good padding all-over. i feel 1 could play soccer, with the camera now. i don't think i will though
- side access to camera compartiment
- didn't test the rain cover, but it's usefullness seems prety obvious
cons:
- the side access is good enough for my camera. but a biger one, or mine with a grip, wont came out
- altough the straps improve the ergonomy, they get in the way to the access of the top compartiment
- asside from 2 useless zipper inner pouches (because the zipper is much smaller than pouch), there are absolutely no inner puches. kata 3n1 seems much better at this.
- if the fabric is waterproof, probably means the rain cover should only come off in very heavy rain. But then why is the 3o outter compartiment exposed to the wather?. if i leave it empty, the stuff inside the backpack will be ok, but that will be filled with water or dust, acumulated on the bottom. if i use it for a jacket, it will become dirty for those reasons. it would be much better of with just straps. and i don't want to use the rain cover all the time
- the outter pouches are also very sparce. for any kind of backpack, even more a protographic one, this is a bugger
- the straps one that very same flap seem to have a weaker stiching, just to the edge of the fabric. they are unlikely fragile
all in all, seems the best backpack from lowepro. almost regret to not have kept the kata. only saw the cons after using a while, and can't return it

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Monday, December 19, 2011

Lowepro Pro Trekker 300 AW Camera Backpack (Mica/Black) Review

Lowepro Pro Trekker 300 AW Camera Backpack (Mica/Black)
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The Pro Trekker 600 AW is a outstanding product. From the structure of the pack to all it's fundamentals, this pack will get you where you need to go. For years I have been searching for the "perfect pack" as many as you surly have, and I have spend some money creating custom bags to suit my needs doing photo backpacking trips and events. I researched this bag very carefully and really studied all the features Lowepro created. The outside material holds up amazing in extreme weather conditions which include rain, snow and sand.
The outside pouches hold plenty or accessories and small item equipment like keys, wallets, phones ect.. and have plenty of room for your tripods. The inside space is amazing. Inside my pack I carry:
Canon 1D Mark III
Canon 1D Mark IV
Canon 70-200mm f/2.8
Canon 50mm f/1.2
Canon 16-35 f/2.8
Canon 15mm f/2.8 fisheye
Canon 580ex Flash
Canon 580exII Flash
Garry Fong Diffuser
Small Cap Diffuser
Two Batteries
Battery Charger w/ Solar Power Panel
25+/- AA Batteries
Flashlight
Camelback Blatter
10 various filters
Memory Cards
Flashcords and other corded accessories
15" MacbookPro
200gb pocket hard-drive
Gitzo Tripod
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This bag still has plenty of room for food, extra clothing and supplies! The 600 AW is rather large and bulky but when you put it on your back the comfort is a 10 out of 10! Extremely comfortable! I have taken this pack with me on multiple trips; hiking, climbing, on long motocross trail rides, you name it. The support you get from this pack is awesome! I found this link to the product video which really helped me decide to go ahead and purchase this. Check out [...]
I hope my "2 cents" mattered and you get the most out of this product as I did. Thank you Lowepro!

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The Pro Trekker 300 AW by Lowepro is the ultimate, hydration-ready, expedition camera backpack. Lightweight, yet durable, it offers superior protection and comfort with Lowepro's premium suspension system. Inspired by Lowepro's world-famous Trekker series of backpacks, Pro Trekker 300 AW appeals to professional outdoor and adventure photographers who need a solution that travels well-in rugged terrain or by air. A full roster of inventive and convenient features include: 10 adjustment points from top of pack to lumbar; removable waistpack/backpack lid; three tripod sleeves; hydration pocket with seam-sealed pouch; checkpoint-friendly laptop sleeve; Hideaway Tripod Mount with and Lowepro's patented All Weather AW Cover.

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Thursday, November 10, 2011

Kata KT D-3N1-30 Sling/Backpack (Black) Review

Kata KT D-3N1-30 Sling/Backpack (Black)
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I needed a backpack bag that would hold my Nikon D300 with the Nikkor 70-200 f2.8 VR zoom attached. My vetted choices came down to either the Lowepro Slingshot 300 or the new Kata 3N1-30. Both are very large bags, and while there were others worthy of consideration, these two were at the top of my budget range.
The Lowepro is a nice bag (my brother owns one and loves it), however, I gave the nod to the Kata for a couple of reasons. I like the yellow interior - very easy to find small parts even in low light. I like the flexibility of converting it from a sling to backpack. Finally, I personally like the styling better than the Lowepro (which is functional but homely). The Kata, in my opinion, doesn't scream "camera bag" quite as much as the Lowepro.
The Kata is generally well designed and exceptional quality. The interior dividers are configurable to the user's specific needs, access is flexible providing for easy swing around "quick draw" as well as through the traditional rear flap. Initial configuration was a little cumbersome due to the restricted ability to fully open the rear flap. This limits easy access to the uppermost compartments, but once I figured out how to fit everything inside it was fine. There is ample room in this bag for a large SLR with lenses and attachments. My D300 with both MB-D10 and the 70-200 attached fit snugly in the horizontal position. However, finding an additional spot for my 17-55 f2.8 was a little more challenging. (Note these are both relatively large lenses with even larger hoods). I still have room for my flash and another small lens or accessory, but that's about it for the main compartment in my case. There is an additional compartment in the top for other stuff (flash cards, batteries, charger, lunch, etc). The extra straps for converting to a full backpack tuck neatly out of sight. The pack is very comfortable to carry, even with a heavy load.
Pros: Overall design is good (with exceptions noted below) and the quality of construction is excellent . Very manageable and comfortable to use. Very spacious and flexible for varying needs.
Cons: I would really like for it to have some means of attaching a tripod or monopod (something the Lowepro omits as well). For a pack of this size, that seems to me to be a reasonable expectation. Also note there is no compartment for a laptop - not important to me, but perhaps for others. My biggest gripe is the inability to just lay the thing out fully open on its back (note the product photo - that's as far as that rear flap opens). It makes configuring the compartment dividers very awkward.
Acknowledging those limitations and the fact that no camera bag is perfect, the 3N1-30 or one of the two smaller versions should impress you. You'll be hard pressed to find a better pack in this price range.
Bottom line: I'm happy with my decision to purchase this pack over the Lowepro and highly recommend it. I'm only giving it 4 stars for the omission of a tripod/monopod attachment and the awkward main compartment access. Despite those caveats, this is an excellent, albeit not perfect, large camera backpack. I may end up getting something smaller for occasions where I won't be using the large zoom - perhaps the 3N1-10, W-94, or one of the DR series packs. Definitely Kata, though.

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Why choose between a backpack and a sling when you simply can pick up one of the new Kata 3N1 bags and get the best features of each type of bag? These unique bags provide ultimate freedom designed with three carrying options in one bag: right-handed sling, left-handed sling and backpack. Quick access to a camera has never been faster with a sling that offers a quick release and one-handed bag opening for camera access. Left-handed photographers can celebrate as they discover the first photo bag that can be configured as a left-handed sling. When not in a situation that requires quick camera access, convert the 3N1 into an ergonomic and comfortable backpack. All these product features come in a package that includes the unique combination of protection, light weight and style that has become Kata's calling card. In sling position, the bag easily swings around from back to front providing quick draw access to your main camera & accessories via a quick release clip with single pull opening of the camera compartment door. In standard backpack position and "X" position (both straps crisscrossed over the user's chest) you can comfortably carry your equipment for long distance walking when needed. The included balancing hip strap helps take the load of your heavy equipment off your shoulders. The 3N1-30 is designed to fit a D/SLR with a long range zoom lens attached and 5-6 extra lenses with accessories.

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Saturday, October 15, 2011

Tamrac 5788 Evolution 8 Photo/Laptop Sling Backpack Bag (Black) Review

Tamrac 5788 Evolution 8 Photo/Laptop Sling Backpack Bag (Black)
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I already own a Tamrac Expedition and a Lowepro sling bag. The sling is good for short trips when I want to go light but the single strap can get uncomfortable after awhile. The Expedition holds a lot but access is not as easy- you have to take the bag off. What I like best about the Evolution is the triple access- front and both sides. You can set it up so the camera is accessed on one side and the lenses on the other. And you can use the bag like a backpack for long term comfort or a sling for shorter outings. Even with the Lowe sling getting my camera (Nikon 300D with zoom) out requires a little contortion, but the SLR is right there with the Evolution. It really combines the best features of both bags and has plenty of storage. I will probably get rid of the Expedition and continue to use the sling for quick outings and the Evolution for day trips and my major trip/shooting bag, especially because it has the tripod pocket and the extra storage. Build quality is good and the extra pockets all over the bag are well thought out and enable rational storage of needed items. This bag is really the most versatile I have seen as an all around bag for short hikes and long trips.

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Thursday, October 13, 2011

Lowepro Outback 100 Camera Beltpack (Black) Review

Lowepro Outback 100 Camera Beltpack (Black)
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It is the most comfortable holster bag I have so far. I also owned Off Trail 1 & 2 and a LowePro TLZ Mini. I would have given it a 5 stars rating if the Outback's Side pockets (lens case) are interchangable with the older lens cases. The slip pockets for the lens case are smaller than in the Off Trails bags. And the lens case that came with the Outback 100 is too short for a flash. And there is only two tiny pockets for memory cards, there is no pockets for your polarizers, batteries and other little things you want to bring along.
To solve the problem, I hang one of the old lens case (for my flash) over the belt secured only by the velcro, and one of the case for my 17-35 lens (this barely fits) and the other lens case for my accessories. The camera compartment also has a little extra space. The whole set up weigh about 10lbs and I could walk around pretty well. If you like holster bags and don't need a lot of gear, you should check this one out.

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