Looking at a DSLR Backpack

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996GT2

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With my D200 coming in next week, I've decided to upgrade from my old, clunky Case Logic camera bag to something that is better built and offers faster access to equipment.


I've narrowed my choices down to the Lowepro Fastpack 100 or Kata DR-465.

I'm leaning towards the Lowepro, but I have some questions about its capacity:

1) Will it fit a D200 body and my Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8? (Lens is 3.4" dia. x 3.5" length)?

2) Will it fit a smaller second lens or a flash in addition to the above?
 
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996GT2

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Originally posted by: angry hampster
Crumpler's $4million home sounds right up your alley.
http://www.ebags.com/crumpler/...dex.cfm?modelid=106988

I've got a $7million home and it's a ridiculously good bag. I've owned a tamrac in the past and the Crumpler blows it away. That, and it doesn't blatantly look like a camera bag -- you don't feel like a target with it.
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Can a 4 Million Dollar Home fit a D200? The sample images look tight even with a Rebel XTi inside
 
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996GT2

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Originally posted by: sygyzy
4 Million will be a tight fit I think. It should work though.
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Crumpler's site doesn't list the 4 Million Dollar Home as being able to hold a D200...the 5 Million Dollar Home does according to the website, but it costs as much as a Kata DR-467 which comes with a free monopod and holds a laptop as well...

Oh, FYI, my Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8 is 3.3" in diameter and 3.5" in length. With the hood on and reversed it's probably more like 4" in diameter. It's quite a big bigger than the standard Nikon 18-55mm lens, which is 2.7" in diameter and 2.9" in length.
 
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996GT2

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Strongly leaning towards the Lowepro Fastpack 100...

Just 2 questions:

1) Will it fit a D200 body and my Sigma 24-60mm f/2.8? (Lens is 3.4" dia. x 3.5" length)?

2) Will it fit a smaller second lens or a flash in addition to the above?
 
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Alienwho

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I know this probably isn't what you're looking for, but yesterday I decided I wanted a bag for my new Nikon d40. I did not want to spend a lot of money on some lame bag to hold my camera. I also wanted a bag that would be easy to wear hiking around the mountains and city.

I went to target on a whim, and came out with this http://www.target.com/Ful-Peab...rombrowse=1&rh=&page=1 ful slingbag (except I got the black one).

It doesn't have much protection, but to compensate that I stuck a bubble wrap inside the bag and left a nice little pocket for my d40. I don't have another lens yet, but there is enough room to easily stash it on top. It's secure and comfortable and has the perfect amount of room for what I need it for. It's also very fast and easy to whip it from my back to front and grab the camera.

Cost me $8 on clearance. I'm going to take it out tomorrow to run it through it's proving grounds, but so far I'm really liking it.
 
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andylawcc

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would that be consider quick access? with a backpak style "2-shoulder strap," you have to un"mount" the bag, turn it around, unzip, and then reach in for the camera... seems a bit more work to do compare to those "4/5 million dollar home" type bags where you just unbuckle it and yank the camera out.
 
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996GT2

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Originally posted by: andylawcc
would that be consider quick access? with a backpak style "2-shoulder strap," you have to un"mount" the bag, turn it around, unzip, and then reach in for the camera... seems a bit more work to do compare to those "4/5 million dollar home" type bags where you just unbuckle it and yank the camera out.
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From the youtube videos and review I've looked at, the side opening design does seem to offer faster access than a normal backpack. That's why I didn't end up getting the Kata packs, since they didn't have the side opening of the Fastpack.
I'll let you know once I get it though.

The other advantages of the Lowepro to the 4 million dollar home, besides price and capacity, are that I can wear a backpack around all day and not feel like I'm being slowed down by the camera. I can run, walk, etc without having a shoulder bag flop around on me like my current shoulder bag does. Plus, it can serve double duty as a daypack.
 
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andylawcc

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but the lowepro slingshot didn't appeal to you? (well, why I kept asking is because I too am struggling to choose either the Fastpack or the Slingshot)
 
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996GT2

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I guess I just like a more standard 2 shoulder strap design more...and it distributes the weight more evenly+moves around less when you are in a hurry.

Plus, taking off one strap doesn't seem like that much of annoyance.
 
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I have a Slingshot and its a nice bag. Still kind of a pain to go after the camera if youre in a hurry. But ive taken it it to Europe twice and didnt have an issue. However im looking into a different bag for easier access.
 
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Originally posted by: Gnrslash4life
I have a Slingshot and its a nice bag. Still kind of a pain to go after the camera if youre in a hurry. But ive taken it it to Europe twice and didnt have an issue. However im looking into a different bag for easier access.
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Isn't the whole point of the Slingshot to have easy access to your camera? Does it not work so well in practice?
 
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sygyzy

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Excellent choice on the Fastpack. I got the 250 because I wanted to have the option of carrying a laptop. I took it on my trip to DC and it worked flawlessly.
 
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Spineshank

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Originally posted by: kyzen
Originally posted by: Gnrslash4life
I have a Slingshot and its a nice bag. Still kind of a pain to go after the camera if youre in a hurry. But ive taken it it to Europe twice and didnt have an issue. However im looking into a different bag for easier access.
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Isn't the whole point of the Slingshot to have easy access to your camera? Does it not work so well in practice?
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Well to get it, you have to unclip one of the straps and spin the bag on you shoulder. Not as easy as an over the shoulder bag......or i could be an idiot.
 
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ThePresence

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I use the Slingshot 300. Love it. You can access the gear really quickly if you use it correctly.
 
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extra

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Step 1. Go to hardware store.
Step 2. Grab a high quality metal hardcase (cost about $5-$10 at harbor freight!)
Step 3. Create small soft case to go inside metal case
Step 4. Profit..

Yeah, it won't let you access it very quickly, though, lol.
 
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