After looking at the available cases for the Sony DSC T200, this 'generic' case seemed to have the features I needed at a reasonable cost.
With a spare battery and a SanDisk Memory Stick Pro Duo Adapter in the built-in pouch, it juuuust fits the length of the T200 (if it was 1/4" longer I would have given it 5 stars). Overall construction quality is very good, up to Tamrac's usual standards and much better than comparably priced (and some more expensive) examples from other manufacturers. All in all, well worth $9.95.
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Sunday, January 18, 2015
Cheap Built E-HCS-D07 Built Small Hoodie Camera Case - Brown
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I purchased this because I love this Built Ny pattern. I already own the lunch tote and know how durable and easy to clean their products are. With that being said, this is a snug fitting case, the front part of the case is just the thick fabric, and the back is the hard shell. I think that if I dropped my camera it would be protected, but there's only one way to know for sure and I'm not trying that on purpose.
This case is perfect for me because I can keep it in my purse without adding a lot of bulkiness. I have the Canon Powershot SD1200IS camera currently and use to have the SD630 with it and they both fit well. I hope this review helps you make your decision.
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I purchased this because I love this Built Ny pattern. I already own the lunch tote and know how durable and easy to clean their products are. With that being said, this is a snug fitting case, the front part of the case is just the thick fabric, and the back is the hard shell. I think that if I dropped my camera it would be protected, but there's only one way to know for sure and I'm not trying that on purpose.
This case is perfect for me because I can keep it in my purse without adding a lot of bulkiness. I have the Canon Powershot SD1200IS camera currently and use to have the SD630 with it and they both fit well. I hope this review helps you make your decision.
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This is an excellent camera case. I have a very thin Sony camera and wanted a protective case to carry it in my purse--but I didn't want it to take up a lot of room. This case is very thin, fits my camera perfectly, and doesn't take up a lot of space in my purse. It is stiff on one side to protect the touch screen, and flexible on the other, making it easy to open and slide the camera out.Best Deals for Built E-HCS-D07 Built Small Hoodie Camera Case - Brown
excellent product, very hard, you can let the camera fall and it will be protected, the finishing is elegantHonest reviews on Built E-HCS-D07 Built Small Hoodie Camera Case - Brown
I love my new small hoodie camera case. It is attractive looking and it is very protective. No need to worry about dropping your camera when it is in this case. It fits my camera like a glove!!! I could not think of a better product!Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Built E-HCS-D07 Built Small Hoodie Camera Case - Brown
The reason I was searching for a good camera case is because the magnet on my old one caused the battery to die. I wanted something cute, fashionable, easy, and fun. This is all of that and more! I don't have to worry one bit about dropping my camera while it is in this case. The hard plastic back gives me that security. I do, however, have to agree with another user of this case... It is very difficult to get your camera in and out quickly because it is as snug as a bug in a rug in that camera case. Another concern that I have about the case is that the strap looks a bit flimsy. It may not last for very long, but it is still very useful. I'm really happy that I went with this case because it looks exactly like the picture and it is safe for my camera and its just so cute!Sunday, January 11, 2015
Review of Tuff-Luv 'ZipNGo' holster / telescopic style / Top-loader case
I got this for my Canon Rebel T3 with the 18/55 lens kit. Perfect fit. It's light weight, looks great, nice comfy shoulder strap and it even has a belt clip so I'll be taking it with me to some conventions next fall. The price was also right and the shipping very reasonable. I'd recommend this to anybody starting out with a new DSLR.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Discount Zing 550-011 UBK1 Standard Eveready (Black)
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This cover is too small for the Canon Rebel XSI (with kit lens). Also, the velcro strips stick to everything, including the neoprene/fabric. Mine came with part of the fabric torn off. I returned it right after I received it.
I'm happy with the Zing as it protects my Canon Eos 450 from the slight knocks and dings. I gave it a 4/5 because the design cold have been slightly better (read below).
Pros:
It protects your expensive investment. It's flexible enough that you can easily pull it off for that quick photo. Will protect it from light rains and slight bumps.
Cons:
When the cover hangs off while you're taking photos, it can sometimes obstruct the standard issue lens if one doesn't hold the cover back behind the view of the lens (a slight annoyance). Also, the bottom piece wraps the base of the camera (this product is a two piece cover) and covers some of the buttons and the bottom of the screen. This is only a slight annoyance as the material is flexible enough that you can maneuver it out of the way enough to operate the playback and delete those unwanted photos (particular to the Canon Eos 450).
The Zing does have some drawbacks. First off, it is meant to be used with the camera straps through the holes on the Zing back section/cover. However, for the Canon SX20, I mostly use the LCD screen to take pictures and the back part of the ZIng obstructs the view. It is meant to be used if you use only the view finder to take pictures and prefer leaving the case attached to the camera straps. So I ended up not attaching it through the strap loops on the Zing, so I can completely remove the camera. The good thing is that since it's neoprene I can stuff it into a jacket pocket or my suit jacket pocket when I remove the camera. Obviously you can't do this with the leather clad PSC-4000.
The other frustrating part of the Zing is that putting the camera back into the case takes some technique and getting used to. Since the Zing is in 2 parts, a back section and the front section velcroed together; one must first seat the camera into the back part and THEN slip into the front part.
I couldn't figure this out at first, but once I got the technique down it was pretty simple. Remember I didn't attach the camera through the loops, this made it alot less cumbersome to remove and replace into the Zing.
This may not be important to you, but the PSC-400 looks kind of like a purse when you have it hanging on your shoulder. The Zing forms into the camera shape so it doesn't look like a purse or a fanny pack.
MY vedict, ZING Eveready for the Canon SX20IS. Check out some of the pictures I posted as a reference. thanks!
Overall, I like the product because it's light-weight and great if you don't want to drag along a big camera case or bag.
The only thing is that the first week of use (and I don't give it that much use) the elastic through which you put the shoulder strap of your camera became loose. I sewed it back up and its working fine, but I didn't really use it that much for it to become unsewn.
Good product overall.
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This cover is too small for the Canon Rebel XSI (with kit lens). Also, the velcro strips stick to everything, including the neoprene/fabric. Mine came with part of the fabric torn off. I returned it right after I received it.
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Buy this for your SLR. I'm very happy with it.I'm happy with the Zing as it protects my Canon Eos 450 from the slight knocks and dings. I gave it a 4/5 because the design cold have been slightly better (read below).
Pros:
It protects your expensive investment. It's flexible enough that you can easily pull it off for that quick photo. Will protect it from light rains and slight bumps.
Cons:
When the cover hangs off while you're taking photos, it can sometimes obstruct the standard issue lens if one doesn't hold the cover back behind the view of the lens (a slight annoyance). Also, the bottom piece wraps the base of the camera (this product is a two piece cover) and covers some of the buttons and the bottom of the screen. This is only a slight annoyance as the material is flexible enough that you can maneuver it out of the way enough to operate the playback and delete those unwanted photos (particular to the Canon Eos 450).
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Bought this for the Canon SX20IS. I also purhased the Canon PSC-4000. I also have a lensmate 58mm lens adapter, and a canon 58mm UV filter on all the time. I quickly found out that the camera WILL NOT fit into the PSC-4000. Because of this I will not be keeping the PSC-400 case. Although I think overall quality and design of the PSC-400 is pretty good it just was not compatible with my Lensmate adapter, and Filter stack.The Zing does have some drawbacks. First off, it is meant to be used with the camera straps through the holes on the Zing back section/cover. However, for the Canon SX20, I mostly use the LCD screen to take pictures and the back part of the ZIng obstructs the view. It is meant to be used if you use only the view finder to take pictures and prefer leaving the case attached to the camera straps. So I ended up not attaching it through the strap loops on the Zing, so I can completely remove the camera. The good thing is that since it's neoprene I can stuff it into a jacket pocket or my suit jacket pocket when I remove the camera. Obviously you can't do this with the leather clad PSC-4000.
The other frustrating part of the Zing is that putting the camera back into the case takes some technique and getting used to. Since the Zing is in 2 parts, a back section and the front section velcroed together; one must first seat the camera into the back part and THEN slip into the front part.
I couldn't figure this out at first, but once I got the technique down it was pretty simple. Remember I didn't attach the camera through the loops, this made it alot less cumbersome to remove and replace into the Zing.
This may not be important to you, but the PSC-400 looks kind of like a purse when you have it hanging on your shoulder. The Zing forms into the camera shape so it doesn't look like a purse or a fanny pack.
MY vedict, ZING Eveready for the Canon SX20IS. Check out some of the pictures I posted as a reference. thanks!
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I love the material and style, but for my Canon Rebel XSI the case is almost a little bit too small (even though you can stretch it and try to fit it).The case bottom hardly fits around the camera base. I thought the case had a zipper on the back (no idea why I thought that but it looked like it somehow), but there is only a velcro fastener on the back and even if I pull it down as far as I can, it doesn't completely cover the back of the camera (incl. screen).Overall, I like the product because it's light-weight and great if you don't want to drag along a big camera case or bag.
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I liked this product even though I bought it for a point and shoot Canon S5 and it really didn't fit perfectly. It fits great but there is about and inch and a half left on the front of the lens part, but it's better than anything there is out there for these larger point and shoot digital cameras.The only thing is that the first week of use (and I don't give it that much use) the elastic through which you put the shoulder strap of your camera became loose. I sewed it back up and its working fine, but I didn't really use it that much for it to become unsewn.
Good product overall.
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Cheap Sony Cybershot Cases Premium Quality Carrying Case for Sony
I bought this for my 12-year-old daughter to go with her digital camera. I figured the hard case would do a better job of protecting the camera than a soft case. I could not be more thrilled with it. It has a strap inside to hold the camera in and a pocket for memory cards as well. It also has a carabiner so she can hang it from her belt loop. I chose the purple one since its her favorite color and she is very happy with it. I would recommend this product.I bought this case for my daughter for Christmas to go with her new digital camera. She loves the case. The size is great, the color is great, and it's sturdy enough to give great protection to the camera.
Saturday, August 2, 2014
Buy Delkin DDSPROND7000-B Snug-It Pro DSLR Camera Skin for Nikon D7000
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This product will offer some protection for your camera but there is a lot of room for improvement.
1. The material has very little grip. It could easily slip out of your hand.
2. The material could be a little stiffer. It doesn't fit as snugly as you'd hope.
3. The LCD cover is borderline useless.
On the plus side you will retain 100% functionality while this is on your camera. The buttons line up nicely and everything is labeled nicely.
If you are rough and tough on your camera and take it everywhere this would be a good purchase. If you work in a studio there really is no reason to buy this.
Pros:
1: Very easy to fit and easy to remove.
2. not very prone to lint.
3. All controls are accessible.
Cons:
1. Rubber very thin, feels bit flimsy at start. I still doubt the ruggedness of this.
2. no covering for bottom part, so it remains exposed.
3. Very slippery at start, but you will be accustomed after some use.
4. Markings of controls are in black color which makes it impossible to see in dark
Overall not the best possible cover but not the worst either and worth protecting your $1000 investment.
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This product will offer some protection for your camera but there is a lot of room for improvement.
1. The material has very little grip. It could easily slip out of your hand.
2. The material could be a little stiffer. It doesn't fit as snugly as you'd hope.
3. The LCD cover is borderline useless.
On the plus side you will retain 100% functionality while this is on your camera. The buttons line up nicely and everything is labeled nicely.
If you are rough and tough on your camera and take it everywhere this would be a good purchase. If you work in a studio there really is no reason to buy this.
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I originally had the Delkin SnugIt for my two D90's but then switched over to Camera Armor which was more robust and I liked better. My primary is now a D7000 but Camera Armor claimed they had no plans to make a model for that camera. Delkin comes through again. I highly suggest this cover for your camera, particularly if you carry it every day like I do. Well worth the extra protection.Best Deals for Delkin DDSPROND7000-B Snug-It Pro DSLR Camera Skin for Nikon D7000
For my D90, I used to use Camera Armor case, which was very rugged and was just awesome. For D7000, no idea why they stopped making it. Only option was this Delkin D7000, so i purchased it. Let me tell the pros and cons which I believe some of the reviews have already captured:Pros:
1: Very easy to fit and easy to remove.
2. not very prone to lint.
3. All controls are accessible.
Cons:
1. Rubber very thin, feels bit flimsy at start. I still doubt the ruggedness of this.
2. no covering for bottom part, so it remains exposed.
3. Very slippery at start, but you will be accustomed after some use.
4. Markings of controls are in black color which makes it impossible to see in dark
Overall not the best possible cover but not the worst either and worth protecting your $1000 investment.
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It is alittle slick. i am going to get a grip to go with so i dont drop my camera but otherwise i like it.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Delkin DDSPROND7000-B Snug-It Pro DSLR Camera Skin for Nikon D7000
I bought this to provide my camera with a bit more protection. It fits very well and although covering many labels on the camera's button, has some of the names of the labels pressed into the skin. My only reservation is that the exterior rubber skin is so smooth, it makes the camera seem almost slippery (the only reason I only gave this a four-star rating). I've had no problems with getting all of the buttons, doors, etc. to work through the skin.Sunday, June 29, 2014
Best Nikon Leather Camera Case and Wrist Strap for Coolpix S6500 Deals
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The case fits the camera perfectly, but it is NOT LEATHER!!! It was advertised as leather, and purchased as a leather case. The description by the seller should have stated it was FAUX leather.
On the plus side, it has a leather-like look and feel and the strap is an upgrade over the one that come with the camera (unless you prefer something more delicate and less substantial, than you won't need the heavier one that comes with this case). This perfectly fits my Nikon Wifi camera that isn't really wifi.
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The case fits the camera perfectly, but it is NOT LEATHER!!! It was advertised as leather, and purchased as a leather case. The description by the seller should have stated it was FAUX leather.
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It's nice an compact.I like it but I don't think it is leather. I fits in it nicely and I like itBest Deals for Nikon Leather Camera Case and Wrist Strap for Coolpix S6500
Nikon seems to enjoy deception in descriptions of it's products. This one makes two in a row that I encountered (the first being the camera itself). I appreciate companies that sell products honestly. I suppose deception is now the new norm in the world. What a shame.On the plus side, it has a leather-like look and feel and the strap is an upgrade over the one that come with the camera (unless you prefer something more delicate and less substantial, than you won't need the heavier one that comes with this case). This perfectly fits my Nikon Wifi camera that isn't really wifi.
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Just a perfect fit and finish. Protective but small. I can easily throw it in my purse or wear it on my wrist or slide it in my pocket. I'm quite happy with this purchase for my new camera.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Nikon Leather Camera Case and Wrist Strap for Coolpix S6500
Its a cute little case fits really good for my Nikon Coolpix S6500 camera! Came pretty fast also very pleased :)Friday, May 16, 2014
Lowepro 35092 Primus AW Premium Backpack (Arctic Blue) Review
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.
Here goes:
PROS:
1. Very very comfortable to wear around.
2. Made from recycled water bottles
3. Has a tripod holder
4. All-Weather (AW)
5. Nice large upper storage compartment for water, snacks, jacket, etc.
6. High quality zippers and fabric
CONS:
1. Camera compartment is pretty small. (I can fit my D300 w/ battery grip and the 17-55mm f/2.8 lens mounted on it, plus two additional smaller lenses (i.e. 10-20mm Sigma, Nikon 50mm/1.8, extension tubes, or tele-extender)
2. The easy access side door is very small. No way to get D300 w/ batter grip out the side door. It comes out ok without the battery grip, but it's still pretty tight.
3. The top compartment is a challenge to get into without unclicking the load lifter straps. It's easy to do, but it's just another step in the process.
4. There are a lot of straps on the backpack (this is both good and bad) and it makes it a challenge to open and close zippers with all of the straps in the way.
In summary, it is a very good/well built backpack, but it won't carry a ton of camera gear unless you put more gear in the upper compartment. It's very comfortable to wear, but is a little bit of a pain to get into.
I'm not sure if it's worth $200, but you're paying a little bit of a premium because it's made of recycled water bottles.
For someone who just carries a camera and a lens or two and does a lot of hiking, this is an excellent backpack. If you're looking for something to lug all your camera gear around on the subway or in the car, I would get something different.
As a backpack, it doesn't even come close to being a real, outdoor quality pack. One size, few adjustments = difficult to put the load on the hips for someone taller.
If you want fast access, consider a Slingshot or Fastpack. If you want a quality hiking pack, consider a non-camera hiking pack w/lower access panel then insert a padded camera pouch of appropriate size. That basically simulates the Primus. You give up the fast access side panel but get a quality suspension and ability to a pack that fits your build.
When I suggest that the D300 doesn't fit, I'm speaking of a specific case: the side flap. To be fair, if you take the backpack off and unzip the compartment flap (which rests against your back in an EXCELLENT nod to securing your valuable camera from thieves), you can get the D300 in and out no sweat (also, the fact that the flap is on the back means that when you set the pack on the ground, the part that will go on your back won't get dirty). The problem is that if you try to access a camera sized like the D300 (also D200, D300s), you will have to wrestle mightily to get it out. In fact, the image shown on the main product page with what appears to be a Nikon D300 coming out (or going in) to the pocket is a sign of what actually happens: the camera catches on the edges of the flap and will not go in or out easily. Part of this is that the hole is shaped in a curve, rather than a box like a camera shape. Undoubtedly this was chosen to make the zipped easy to use, but it makes removing the camera nearly impossible. If you have a battery grip (or a D3, for example), forget it completely. you will NOT be able to remove to insert the camera through the side port. Which brings me to the second problem: A D300 w/ battery grip is a tight fit regardless. One of the things that makes this pack so nice if that there is a *signifiant* amount of padding in the main compartment. Unfortunately, due to the shape of the pack, the camera compartment is barely 5" deep at the bottom. A D300 w/ grip (or a D3, etc) will be a snug fit and will press against the back of the pack... and your back. it's not terrible, but it could be an issue in the long run.
In the end, I knocked off 2 stars because two of the cameras in the manufacturers pictures (A D300-type model and a D3-type model) are the two cameras that will defeat some of the features for which the backpack is noteworthy. In the end, I would say that this is an incredible backpack for the photog who uses a "consumer-level" camera (i.e. sub-$1k) but is NOT good for those using prosumer/pro bodies.
PS The compartment is really only big enough to hold a body, a mid-range zoom (attached) and a flash. If you want to carry a telephoto, it will need to be attached to the body or will need to remove the center divider. My 70-300 VR only fit attached to the body or sideways in the pack. Since I like to also carry a speedlight, this was another deal-breaker.
It's not big enough for all your gear, but if you have a rough idea of what you'll be shooting, you should be fine.
Now, another important point:
I have a number of Lowepro bags. They all serve different functions. They're all really solidly built, and very well designed. They have the occasional SMALL design quirk, but easily they're the best I've used. I really want to mention their customer service. I had a zipper on a bag die a slow death a while ago, and I wrote in about it. They offered to quickly send me a replacement without having to ship in the original. In addition to being a really classy move, it tells me that they take product quality and customer retention very seriously; which is worth a LOT to me in today's market of caveat-ridden warranties. Any company that makes products which they're willing to back so strongly wins my admiration.
Use these bags with confidence. If something goes wrong, they stand behind their products.
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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I debated a long time before settling on the Lowepro Primus pack. There are a lot of other great packs out there, but this is the one I chose. In hind sight, I may have elected to go with the Lowepro Compu-Treker, but I'm still not sure about that.Here goes:
PROS:
1. Very very comfortable to wear around.
2. Made from recycled water bottles
3. Has a tripod holder
4. All-Weather (AW)
5. Nice large upper storage compartment for water, snacks, jacket, etc.
6. High quality zippers and fabric
CONS:
1. Camera compartment is pretty small. (I can fit my D300 w/ battery grip and the 17-55mm f/2.8 lens mounted on it, plus two additional smaller lenses (i.e. 10-20mm Sigma, Nikon 50mm/1.8, extension tubes, or tele-extender)
2. The easy access side door is very small. No way to get D300 w/ batter grip out the side door. It comes out ok without the battery grip, but it's still pretty tight.
3. The top compartment is a challenge to get into without unclicking the load lifter straps. It's easy to do, but it's just another step in the process.
4. There are a lot of straps on the backpack (this is both good and bad) and it makes it a challenge to open and close zippers with all of the straps in the way.
In summary, it is a very good/well built backpack, but it won't carry a ton of camera gear unless you put more gear in the upper compartment. It's very comfortable to wear, but is a little bit of a pain to get into.
I'm not sure if it's worth $200, but you're paying a little bit of a premium because it's made of recycled water bottles.
For someone who just carries a camera and a lens or two and does a lot of hiking, this is an excellent backpack. If you're looking for something to lug all your camera gear around on the subway or in the car, I would get something different.
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Cool concept, mediocre execution. The side-access panel, which is a great idea, is simply too small. No way a pro-DSLR or smaller SLR w/vertical grip will fit. Even a larger non-pro body like the Nikon D300/D700/5D/40D doesn't really fit.As a backpack, it doesn't even come close to being a real, outdoor quality pack. One size, few adjustments = difficult to put the load on the hips for someone taller.
If you want fast access, consider a Slingshot or Fastpack. If you want a quality hiking pack, consider a non-camera hiking pack w/lower access panel then insert a padded camera pouch of appropriate size. That basically simulates the Primus. You give up the fast access side panel but get a quality suspension and ability to a pack that fits your build.
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Before getting to the (big) negative, I'll begin by saying this is a phenomenal backpack. The construction is some of the most robust I've seen to date (only Kata's backpacks beat it). The padding for both the camera and the poor schmo who has to lug it on his/her back is top-notch. The fold-out pouch for a tripod is excellent, as is the top compartment for carrying additional gear. The straps are infinitely adjustable and the waist belt is solid. All-in-all, I would keep this backpack in a heartbeat if only... the D300 fit :(When I suggest that the D300 doesn't fit, I'm speaking of a specific case: the side flap. To be fair, if you take the backpack off and unzip the compartment flap (which rests against your back in an EXCELLENT nod to securing your valuable camera from thieves), you can get the D300 in and out no sweat (also, the fact that the flap is on the back means that when you set the pack on the ground, the part that will go on your back won't get dirty). The problem is that if you try to access a camera sized like the D300 (also D200, D300s), you will have to wrestle mightily to get it out. In fact, the image shown on the main product page with what appears to be a Nikon D300 coming out (or going in) to the pocket is a sign of what actually happens: the camera catches on the edges of the flap and will not go in or out easily. Part of this is that the hole is shaped in a curve, rather than a box like a camera shape. Undoubtedly this was chosen to make the zipped easy to use, but it makes removing the camera nearly impossible. If you have a battery grip (or a D3, for example), forget it completely. you will NOT be able to remove to insert the camera through the side port. Which brings me to the second problem: A D300 w/ battery grip is a tight fit regardless. One of the things that makes this pack so nice if that there is a *signifiant* amount of padding in the main compartment. Unfortunately, due to the shape of the pack, the camera compartment is barely 5" deep at the bottom. A D300 w/ grip (or a D3, etc) will be a snug fit and will press against the back of the pack... and your back. it's not terrible, but it could be an issue in the long run.
In the end, I knocked off 2 stars because two of the cameras in the manufacturers pictures (A D300-type model and a D3-type model) are the two cameras that will defeat some of the features for which the backpack is noteworthy. In the end, I would say that this is an incredible backpack for the photog who uses a "consumer-level" camera (i.e. sub-$1k) but is NOT good for those using prosumer/pro bodies.
PS The compartment is really only big enough to hold a body, a mid-range zoom (attached) and a flash. If you want to carry a telephoto, it will need to be attached to the body or will need to remove the center divider. My 70-300 VR only fit attached to the body or sideways in the pack. Since I like to also carry a speedlight, this was another deal-breaker.
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This is my favorite camera bag. None of the others I have come close to filling this same role. It's elegantly designed. The amount of space in the top and bottom are just right for many situations. I even went around Europe with this as my only bag for weeks. Clothes and toothbrush in the top, gear in the bottom (I travel light, except for camera equipment!) The back-opening design is really nice in that one doesn't have to take the bag all the way off to get at the pockets. You can sling it around or reverse it, and open it towards your chest. The camera access point on the side is MAYBE a little small, but really well positioned. It's easy to access and stow your things quickly, and the rigid extension tab on the zipper makes it easy to close-it's a tiny detail, but it makes a big difference. It also shows that the designers were wide awake on this one.It's not big enough for all your gear, but if you have a rough idea of what you'll be shooting, you should be fine.
Now, another important point:
I have a number of Lowepro bags. They all serve different functions. They're all really solidly built, and very well designed. They have the occasional SMALL design quirk, but easily they're the best I've used. I really want to mention their customer service. I had a zipper on a bag die a slow death a while ago, and I wrote in about it. They offered to quickly send me a replacement without having to ship in the original. In addition to being a really classy move, it tells me that they take product quality and customer retention very seriously; which is worth a LOT to me in today's market of caveat-ridden warranties. Any company that makes products which they're willing to back so strongly wins my admiration.
Use these bags with confidence. If something goes wrong, they stand behind their products.
Monday, May 5, 2014
Cheap Kata PB-48 Medium GDC Camera Bag for large DSLR camera or Handycam.
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List Price: $80.00
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Here comes my critical review of the Kata PB-48 bag.
I am convinced that none of the products is free of "bugs", it is just the quantity [of them], which translates into quality and makes people happy or frustrated.
I was making a choice between this bag and a Lowepro Nova 3, which are nearly the same in size and in price. However, the Kata PB-48 is slightly larger, and this was the qualifier to pull the trigger.
This bag is just fine for my DSLR with 16-50 f/2.8 and 50-135 f/2.8 lenses plus a flash. Although the same gear may fit in Nova 3, it will be much more tight.
In general the bag is good, but it is not up to the standards I expected for this price.
Here are a few things which I am not happy with:
1. This bag is not really very well thought through. It is not flexible enough: there are only two dividers in the main compartment. This is definately not sufficient considering the bag's volume. I expected the smaller compartments to be split in two as well. Unlike the Lowepro Nova bags, the Kata dividers will not allow you to attach any additional Velcro dividers without modifying the first, as they are just flat Nylon.
2. Quality of the materials used is below my expectations and the overal "built quality" is lower than offered by the competition. It is especially true for the bag's strap, which looks quite cheap.
3. The strap does not hold well the adjusted length.
4. The "Turtle Ninja"-like front compartment is fine only until you start filling it in. Then it deforms and the compartment becomes difficult to open (well, actually it is not easy to open it when it is empty too). I would also prefer a zipper with two sliders on it.
If you have an SLR body, 2 lenses, a flash or some other accessory, then this bag will fit them nicely. Anything more, it might be a stretch.
But if all you have is an SLR body with 1 lens, and you never plan to expand, this will be an overkill. My wife would not touch this bag due its size. Even for me, as an starting enthusiast, if I don't pick up photography big-time, then I will not find the motivation to carry around this bag.
What I dislike about the camera bag is how difficult is is to open the top cover. The top has, for perhaps protection from duat and moisture, a 1 1/2 inch continuous lip around it that zippers the top closed. This lip is hard to hold up with one hand while I access the plastic snap that also holds the top closed. Since the lip wants to remain in place, even though I am holding it up, I have to insert my fingers under the lip to reach the plastic snap. It's difficult to hold the bag, hold up the lip, and reach under the lip to get to the plastic snap. Maybe I'm doing something wrong, but I don't think so.
The bag has a shoulder strap and plastic cover that can be used to protect the bag and its contents from rain or snow.
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Here comes my critical review of the Kata PB-48 bag.
I am convinced that none of the products is free of "bugs", it is just the quantity [of them], which translates into quality and makes people happy or frustrated.
I was making a choice between this bag and a Lowepro Nova 3, which are nearly the same in size and in price. However, the Kata PB-48 is slightly larger, and this was the qualifier to pull the trigger.
This bag is just fine for my DSLR with 16-50 f/2.8 and 50-135 f/2.8 lenses plus a flash. Although the same gear may fit in Nova 3, it will be much more tight.
In general the bag is good, but it is not up to the standards I expected for this price.
Here are a few things which I am not happy with:
1. This bag is not really very well thought through. It is not flexible enough: there are only two dividers in the main compartment. This is definately not sufficient considering the bag's volume. I expected the smaller compartments to be split in two as well. Unlike the Lowepro Nova bags, the Kata dividers will not allow you to attach any additional Velcro dividers without modifying the first, as they are just flat Nylon.
2. Quality of the materials used is below my expectations and the overal "built quality" is lower than offered by the competition. It is especially true for the bag's strap, which looks quite cheap.
3. The strap does not hold well the adjusted length.
4. The "Turtle Ninja"-like front compartment is fine only until you start filling it in. Then it deforms and the compartment becomes difficult to open (well, actually it is not easy to open it when it is empty too). I would also prefer a zipper with two sliders on it.
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I am very happy with this bag. The construction is very good, it is well-padded, and it has enough mesh pouches and compartments to be sufficient. It also came with a water-proof cover.If you have an SLR body, 2 lenses, a flash or some other accessory, then this bag will fit them nicely. Anything more, it might be a stretch.
But if all you have is an SLR body with 1 lens, and you never plan to expand, this will be an overkill. My wife would not touch this bag due its size. Even for me, as an starting enthusiast, if I don't pick up photography big-time, then I will not find the motivation to carry around this bag.
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I like the padded interior, which is divided into three adjustable compartments. The bag is designed for an SLR or DSLR, standard size cameras with interchangeable lenses. One possible drawback is that it has only three compartrments, but this is enough for my Sony DSLR with lens attached and space for two additional lenses and maybe some cleaning equipment. There are also zippered pockets strategically located for maybe a camera manual, memory cards, etc.What I dislike about the camera bag is how difficult is is to open the top cover. The top has, for perhaps protection from duat and moisture, a 1 1/2 inch continuous lip around it that zippers the top closed. This lip is hard to hold up with one hand while I access the plastic snap that also holds the top closed. Since the lip wants to remain in place, even though I am holding it up, I have to insert my fingers under the lip to reach the plastic snap. It's difficult to hold the bag, hold up the lip, and reach under the lip to get to the plastic snap. Maybe I'm doing something wrong, but I don't think so.
The bag has a shoulder strap and plastic cover that can be used to protect the bag and its contents from rain or snow.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Acme made Digital Camera Case Traveler (Perforated Black) Review
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List Price: $65.00
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This is a great case for my Sony WX-5. I don't use it around town, but it's great for traveling. GREAT quality but I'd never have paid retail for it. Beware if you have a mid-size or larger "compact" digital camera as the elastic and leather that hold it in place inside the case would make it difficult to insert anything much larger than the Sony WX-5. Perfect for traveling with the Sony battery charger, USB adapter and spare battery.
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This is a great case for my Sony WX-5. I don't use it around town, but it's great for traveling. GREAT quality but I'd never have paid retail for it. Beware if you have a mid-size or larger "compact" digital camera as the elastic and leather that hold it in place inside the case would make it difficult to insert anything much larger than the Sony WX-5. Perfect for traveling with the Sony battery charger, USB adapter and spare battery.
Friday, April 4, 2014
Best HDE ® Universal Soft Camera Case Deals
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List Price: $24.99
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The case was wet but the camera was dry! Also purchased for my Daughters. I would recommend to a friend!
It has a nice tight fit & cushions the camera.
All stitching is snug and fits the camera very nicely.
Protects our camera from scratches.
Highly recommend this purchase!
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The case was wet but the camera was dry! Also purchased for my Daughters. I would recommend to a friend!
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It serves it's purpose but the outside loop tore off & some of the threads are unraveling.It has a nice tight fit & cushions the camera.
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Use this for my camera which is an olympus FE5010.All stitching is snug and fits the camera very nicely.
Protects our camera from scratches.
Highly recommend this purchase!
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Discount Hakuba DMSP-SD4 Mediacase for Digital Memory
This is practically a vault for 4 SD cards. The external shell is robust kind of plastic that looks and feels like it could survive a good sized truck rolling over it. It is not advertised as water-resistant, but at least when it is new, this case looks like it would be moderately water-resistant for a few minutes at least.
The inside is another kind plastic, which is a bit spongey. The four recessed wells grasp the SD card and a thumb notch allows quick access.
Overall, the unit is just shy of a half-inch thick and has a reasonably sturdy hook attached.
In sum, this unit is overkill offering far more protection than your SD cards actually need. Is it a better product because of this? I think so, but others might find they prefer a unit that offers less protection made of more flexible material.
Jerry
We didn't need the metal chain attached to the case, but found it is easy to remove. The soft rubbery inner surface of the Hakuba case has recessed openings for the cards. They fit in securely but are easy to remove. We recommend placing the cards in the case with the contacts down and opposite the finger access cut outs (This is opposite to how the Amazon images show the SD cards in the case.) This way you are less likely to touch the brass contacts when removing your SD cards, which should help prolong their lives.
If this is what is available, then so be it. However, please understand that when shopping online, pictures are all we have to decide what product to purchase. Given a choice between what I received and what was pictured, I would have never chosen what I received.
The inside is another kind plastic, which is a bit spongey. The four recessed wells grasp the SD card and a thumb notch allows quick access.
Overall, the unit is just shy of a half-inch thick and has a reasonably sturdy hook attached.
In sum, this unit is overkill offering far more protection than your SD cards actually need. Is it a better product because of this? I think so, but others might find they prefer a unit that offers less protection made of more flexible material.
Jerry
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The Hakuba DMSP-SD4 case is just what we needed for transporting SD cards. It holds up to four cards securely in an enclosure that is small enough to fit in a camera bag, purse, or pocket, yet large enough not to get lost. The clear plastic cases that come with some SD cards are often hard to open and close, fragile, and easy to lose. We recently bought two expensive Transcend 32 GB SDHC cards, and they were not even packaged with plastic cases.We didn't need the metal chain attached to the case, but found it is easy to remove. The soft rubbery inner surface of the Hakuba case has recessed openings for the cards. They fit in securely but are easy to remove. We recommend placing the cards in the case with the contacts down and opposite the finger access cut outs (This is opposite to how the Amazon images show the SD cards in the case.) This way you are less likely to touch the brass contacts when removing your SD cards, which should help prolong their lives.
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Works as advertised. Nice to have a padded case to store my SD cards, knowing they are safe from being damaged or lost. Bonus clip that I wasn't expecting. It wasn't shown in the original picture, although it appears to be there now.Honest reviews on Hakuba DMSP-SD4 Mediacase for Digital Memory
For anyone carrying a number of SD cards around, this case is a MUST HAVE. The sturdy and user-friendly design is perfect for both music and photo enthusiasts, with the attached "clip-on strap" supporting connection to other carrying cases.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Hakuba DMSP-SD4 Mediacase for Digital Memory
I have three Hakuba cases, and as Amazon conveniently pointed out, I've ordered this very before. Unfortunately, what I received this time around is not what was pictured. Instead it is black (definitely NOT the color I would have wanted (too difficult to see in my gear), does not have a retaining strap of any sort (though, for me, this is unecessary), and finally it certainly doesn't seem like it's as "substantial" as my other Hakuba cases.If this is what is available, then so be it. However, please understand that when shopping online, pictures are all we have to decide what product to purchase. Given a choice between what I received and what was pictured, I would have never chosen what I received.
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Review of EVA Hard Shell Carrying Case (Black) for Nikon Coolpix S4000 12 MP
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List Price: $19.58
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I got this case for my husband's camera, best investment ever made. The outer shell to this case is hard and very durable for drops and things of that nature. would recommend this to anyone, best investment for sake of your camera.
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I got this case for my husband's camera, best investment ever made. The outer shell to this case is hard and very durable for drops and things of that nature. would recommend this to anyone, best investment for sake of your camera.
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Review of rooCASE Super Bubble Neoprene (Red / Black) Sleeve Case for Canon
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List Price: $19.98
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I recently purchased this for my Elph 300. I was a bit unsure from the pictures how it would fit, but the size is just about right. The camera slips into the case and fits snugly without being too tight. The camera feels very safe in there. The case also comes with an optional wrist string, a nice plus. Definitely worth a look for this specific camera.I was looking for a small case to protect my camera in my purse. What you see in the pictures is what you get. Nice cushioning, good colors, nice price. Easy buy
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I recently purchased this for my Elph 300. I was a bit unsure from the pictures how it would fit, but the size is just about right. The camera slips into the case and fits snugly without being too tight. The camera feels very safe in there. The case also comes with an optional wrist string, a nice plus. Definitely worth a look for this specific camera.I was looking for a small case to protect my camera in my purse. What you see in the pictures is what you get. Nice cushioning, good colors, nice price. Easy buy
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