Bag question

[srh]

I am looking for suggestions to carry some of my gear. Specifically:

Canon 7D, 60D, 70-200 f/2.8 L II, 24-70 f/2.8 LII, 85 f/1.2, Speedlite 600, Extra batteries, cables etc.

I was thinking about: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/169546-REG/Tamrac_560301_5603_Camera_Bag_Black_.html

I am not sure if that bag can hold the two bodies & the rest of the gear. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Brand B]

Judging by the cutaway image, it would likely not be able to fit both bodies. Its description reinforces the impression it was designed for only one as well.

Budget?

 

[EOBeav]

Doesn't look like it will. If you can spend an extra 100USD, and would like to move up to a backpack. you might consider the Lowepro 400AW. I just got mine and wish I'd gotten it a long time ago.

 

[Brand B]

Actually, if he's interested in something like that, I have a 12 year old original pro trekker AW (I not II), in nearly brand new shape that I'd sell for half that.

 

[srh]

Sorry forgot to post the budget, ideally somewhere around US $150. This looks really promising: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/577361-REG/Lowepro_LP35271_PEU_Flipside_400AW_Backpack_Black.html

Thanks.

 

[JerryKnight]

My main shooting bag is a Thinktank Retrospective 30 and I love it. They claim it can hold "two pro-sized bodies plus 3-6 lenses" but I don't think it's the best to hold camera bodies, especially if they have grips. My bag usually holds 5 or 6 lenses, flash, batteries, and a small "hero kit" for the occasional fix (tissues, Tide pen, safety pins, etc.).

The bigger Retrospective 40 or Retrospective 50 would probably be better for holding lenses and bodies.

Just saw your $150 price range... These are all a bit above that, but they're fantastically made. I don't think Thinktank knows how to make a flimsy bag.

 

[tpatana]

Actually, if he's interested in something like that, I have a 12 year old original pro trekker AW (I not II), in nearly brand new shape that I'd sell for half that.

Where you live? I'd be interested.

 

[dickgrafixstop]

look at a Domke f2 - it will hold your stuff, is within your budget, and will last even with rough wear.
The shoulder strap is comfortable, the included lens padding protects your stuff really well without a
lot of extra weight.

 

[Brand B]

Actually, if he's interested in something like that, I have a 12 year old original pro trekker AW (I not II), in nearly brand new shape that I'd sell for half that.

Where you live? I'd be interested.

Los Angeles.

 

[tpatana]

Actually, if he's interested in something like that, I have a 12 year old original pro trekker AW (I not II), in nearly brand new shape that I'd sell for half that.

Where you live? I'd be interested.

Los Angeles.

I'm at the other end of I-5, bit long drive even with my car, and the shipping costs might be bit too much.

 

[brad goda]

do you own/use a belt system for lens or accessories ?

 

[Deleted member 42026]

The lowepro pro-runner 200 might be ok, the 300 will be or the larger trekker backpacks will also be more than adequate.

Lowepro have no shortage of larger capacity bags. The s&f system with belts etc may be another option, look them up, go to a good store which stock them and look in person too.

 

[paul13walnut5]

Lowepro fastback 250.

Carries my gripped7d + 70-200, tokina 11-16 and canon 100mm in lower section and t3i with 18-50 and filters batteries wipes etc in top section.

 

[Brand B]

Sorry forgot to post the budget, ideally somewhere around US $150. This looks really promising: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/577361-REG/Lowepro_LP35271_PEU_Flipside_400AW_Backpack_Black.html

Thanks.

One thing I'd note is that with a pack that big, same as my older one (apologies for the minor derailing of your thread BTW), it tended to put me off wanting to use it, which is why mine is in like new shape.

If it were me, i'd be looking at something as minimal as possible. Paul's suggestion looks like a good candidate.

 

[Efka76]

I have ThinkTank Retrospective 30 and it easily holds gripped 7D, speedlite 580 EXII, 70-200 2.8L II, Tamron 24-70 2.8, canon 50 1.4. When you have quite expensive gear (at least for me it is expensive) you need to have well built bag, which you can trust. For me it is important that gear is safe, easily accessible from bag, bag has good and well built straps and you need to change bag every 2-3 years.

Of course, Think Tank Retrospective 30 is expensive, but in my opinion it is really worth that money.

 

[RC]

I am looking for suggestions to carry some of my gear. Specifically:

Canon 7D, 60D, 70-200 f/2.8 L II, 24-70 f/2.8 LII, 85 f/1.2, Speedlite 600, Extra batteries, cables etc.

I was thinking about: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/169546-REG/Tamrac_560301_5603_Camera_Bag_Black_.html

I am not sure if that bag can hold the two bodies & the rest of the gear. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

Looks way too small for the gear you listed. Start with Lowepro's bag finder tool and see what that recommends for you
http://bagfinder.lowepro.com/lp/choose-profile

 

[Loswr]

Sorry forgot to post the budget, ideally somewhere around US $150. This looks really promising: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/577361-REG/Lowepro_LP35271_PEU_Flipside_400AW_Backpack_Black.html

I have and really like the Flipside 400 AW. It's comfortable to wear with a load, and will hold the gear you list. I like the Flipside design, you can access your gear withour setting your bag on the ground. I also have the Flipside 300 for carrying less (and I can see a Flipside 500 AW in my future if I need to travel with my 600mm lens).

 

[srh]

do you own/use a belt system for lens or accessories ?

No, I do not. Thanks for the suggestions everyone.

 

[jasonsim]

Take a look at the Thinktank Streetwalker Pro HD. Great sturdy bag. It can hold all that you stated. It's a backpack, though. So you have to decide if you want a backpack or a shoulder bag. Perhaps you should look into a roller bag, if you are not going on hikes in the woods with your gear. I suggest the Thinktank airport line of roller bags.

 

[EOBeav]

Sorry forgot to post the budget, ideally somewhere around US $150. This looks really promising: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/577361-REG/Lowepro_LP35271_PEU_Flipside_400AW_Backpack_Black.html

I have and really like the Flipside 400 AW. It's comfortable to wear with a load, and will hold the gear you list. I like the Flipside design, you can access your gear withour setting your bag on the ground. I also have the Flipside 300 for carrying less (and I can see a Flipside 500 AW in my future if I need to travel with my 600mm lens).

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