http://products.lowepro.com/pr...Shot-350-AW,2117,4.htm
I always loved the idea and look of the "slingshot" for quick and easy access to the camera. And, being greedy, I would like to have one that can fit a laptop like they did with the 250 Fastpack. So, the only, natural choice I have in the market is the Lowepro 350 Slingshot.
low(e) and behold, I am sorely disappointed on all counts I mentioned above
1) Looks: I tried on the 100, and 200 many times and once the 300, but never the 350 since it is new to the market. The 100 is too small, and 200 is almost right and 300 is perfect sans the laptop compartment. They look pretty cool being a slingshot; but the 350 is so large that it 'sags' and doesn't stay above your shoulder, but more towards your lower back. It looks like an aging koopa shell.
2) quick and easy access: Since the bag is so bulky and heavy, it isn't as easy as the 200 or 300 to "swing" the bags into the "camera pull" position.
3) laptop compartment: my Compaq C-700 series doesn't fit unless some force is applied and the laptop is pushed in at a certain angle. [my laptop is 14 inches wide]
I always loved the idea and look of the "slingshot" for quick and easy access to the camera. And, being greedy, I would like to have one that can fit a laptop like they did with the 250 Fastpack. So, the only, natural choice I have in the market is the Lowepro 350 Slingshot.
low(e) and behold, I am sorely disappointed on all counts I mentioned above
1) Looks: I tried on the 100, and 200 many times and once the 300, but never the 350 since it is new to the market. The 100 is too small, and 200 is almost right and 300 is perfect sans the laptop compartment. They look pretty cool being a slingshot; but the 350 is so large that it 'sags' and doesn't stay above your shoulder, but more towards your lower back. It looks like an aging koopa shell.
2) quick and easy access: Since the bag is so bulky and heavy, it isn't as easy as the 200 or 300 to "swing" the bags into the "camera pull" position.
3) laptop compartment: my Compaq C-700 series doesn't fit unless some force is applied and the laptop is pushed in at a certain angle. [my laptop is 14 inches wide]
My big photo bag is a Lowepro Nature Trekker AWII. I look like an idiot when I wear it, but it holds all my gear and has a detachable daypack...perfect for traveling. I usually use a Crumpler 7 Million Dollar Home when I'm just carrying a couple lenses and flashes with my cam.
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