Review of Timbuk2 Snoop Camera Insert

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I use my Snoop X-small camera insert primarily to transport my 5D Mark II, Canon TS-E 17mm f/4L, and Canon TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II for landscape photos. I can get all three in the Snoop, along my remote shutter. Because the lenses are fairly large pro lenses, I cannot transport them with a lens attached to the 5D Mark II. That said, it is a perfect size if you want to transport two mid-sized pro-level lenses and a semi-pro level camera. I have also transported the 5D Mark II attached to the 70-200 f/2.8L II and 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L, with their respective hoods, and the camera and one lens will fill the Snoop XS (it is tight, but it fits).

The Snoop XS fits into my standard sized messenger bag, along with my Gitzo GT1542T tripod (with the legs flipped up) and Markins Q3T head, with the head removed. I can also fit all of this in my North Face and Jansport backpacks.

The quality is top notch. The padding is good. The lid is not padded, but it fine. It has two interior padded dividers, which enables me to transport my camera and two mid-sized pro lenses. The zipper is medium duty. The strap on the top back of the Snoop is very useful.

All-in-all, a well designed, high-quality bag. Very highly recommended!

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I'm a female professional photographer who has been on a long search for the right DSLR bag. I find that most of the camera bags out there are black and masculine and they are bulky. If I want to carry both my camera and a secondary lens, flash, etc then I have to take a full camera bag out and about, which is not fun or fashionable if I'm doing anything else besides shooting. The few female sized bags I find to be expensive and not of great quality, nor the style I tend to lean to. I'm a little bit bohemian and small framed, so I wanted to carry a bag that fit my personality and my body. With this insert, I can turn any bag into my DSLR bag. Right now, it's in a large turquoise Big Buddha Bag no one can see my precious camera and lens kit. My Nikon and zoom lens/flash/accessories fit very comfortable into the XS insert. Plenty of room. Awesome way to turn any bag into a photography carrying case.

The only thing I would change, a memory card holder sewn into the lid and an outside separate zippered pocket would have been great for cords/cards/etc so they are not swimming in the insert bag.

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First of all I need to brag on Amazon. I ordered this item Monday and received it Tuesday! That is amazing.

Now the Timbuk2 Snoop Insert in Small... it's fantastic. I purchased this insert to go with my Timbuk2 Commute 2.0 Small bag. The insert fits with perfection, like the two were designed together. The insert is marketed for the TB2 Classic Messenger but is just right in the Commute 2.0. I use my Commute 2.0 bag when I travel for business (I travel very often) but never wanted to place my Canon G12 or other fragile items in the main compartment since it has almost no padding. With the Snoop Insert I have solved the problem completely. The Snoop Insert is padded on every surface, especially the bottom which is where I needed it the most. The interior is super plush and wonderfully soft on my camera and other toys. The Insert top zips closed, another incredible feature that keeps my stuff inside the bag when sliding it under my seat on a flight. No more chargers or USB cables trying to escape! You can also leave the top unzipped and fold back between the Insert and the bag interior, it folds away completely as if it were never there. This is great when you are wearing the bag and need to access items packed inside, no fumbling with zippers. Same with the handle on the insert... there when you needed, out of your way when you do not. The Small sized Insert has four removable and adjustable dividers. I am about to travel again and the insert currently holds the following with ease: Canon G12, Black Rapid RS5 camera strap, travel sized power strip, Think Tank Photo Cable Mgt 10 bag with all of my cables, chargers and accessories, full size Bose headphones, reporter writing tablet, hand towel, micro-fiber cloth, Jawbone Jambox, Griffin lucite iPad stand and a small LED flashlight. I could fit a few more small items if I needed to, there is more room. Before I packed I tried out a different combination that included a Canon 7D, two lenses and a 580EXII flash. No problem, easy fit and everything protected. I ordered the Small Insert because the dimensions were closest to my Small Commute 2.0. I was worried that the size small Insert would not hold a lot... I am happy to report that I have plenty of room. Now, for the purpose of contrast... if your travels require a full-on photography kit this is not your combination. For a small photo kit or a business traveler that wants to bring some high quality, basic photo items this insert in your TB2 bag is golden. If you are not familiar with Timbuk2 you have no idea what you are missing. TB2 bags are extremely well built, customizeable very thoughtfully designed with pockets everywhere.

My purchase of the Timbuk2 Snoop Inserrt in Small was a great one, nice when that happens.

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a great option if you want to be able to carry your camera around safely without carrying around a conspicuous conventional camera bag.

I got this for my Timbuk2 Command (2011 version). Even though description says this is designed for the Classic Messenger, Timbuk2 reps told me it's intended to work with most of the Timbuk2 messenger bags. For the medium-size Command, the small fits perfectly and snugly.

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The shipping was very fast I chose standard shipping and I live in the Los Angeles area. The bag is made with high quality material. The price is definitely worth this purchase. The colors are great. The bag is sturdy outside and flexible on the inside I am able to fit my canon rebel t3i with a lens and an extra 300mm lens. I absolutely love this purchase you can also change the compartments to fit whatever you'd like to place in the bag. Its also very handy when it comes to traveling you can slip it in a backpack or a messenger bag and not make it obvious that you're carrying such an expensive camera. Love it!! I recommend it for anyone who wants to protect their camera in a stylish and inexpensive way.