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I was looking for a shoulder bag I could work out of comfortably when shooting events. I wanted something that could distribute its weight around the waist if needed, but didn't look like a huge fanny pack. I needed it to fit a gripped DSLR, flash and 4-6 prime lenses. Over the years, I've collected a closet full of bags from Crumpler, LowePro and Tamrac. The Think Tank Speed Racer V2.0 seems to have bested them all and exceeded my needs and wants. Thanks for taking the time to read this review. Hopefully, you find it helpful.

PROS:

* Shoulder Strap WOW! The shoulder strap is the best I've seen. It is well padded and super comfy.

* Waist Strap It distributes the weight well and tilts the bag at a perfect angle to work out of. The buckles and slip stops are top notch. The padding against your body is vented and more than enough. Also, there are spots to attach some of Think Tanks modular belt system pieces. I might consider this at some point, but for now this bag holds more than enough.

* Padding Think Tank just gets this part right. The case is well framed and gives you a lot of confidence when tossing your gear into a trunk or on the ground.

* Organized It includes a ton of padded Velcro dividers to help you organize your gear how you want it. Something that's really cool is that the dividers have an extra piece of Velcro on them so you can fold the Velcro tabs over and use them as just extra padding. Nice touch!

* Front Pocket Brilliantly organized and superbly designed.

* Side Pouches Great for stuffing in snack bars and a canteen. They're made of a heavy-weight mesh with rip-stop bottoms; about 7 inches deep. There is an adjustable synch cord at the top of the pocket to keep everything inside.

* Top Handle Placed where it works best and makes the grab-and-go carry easy.

CONS:

* Main Zipper It's super meaty and kind of hard to unzip when you are wearing it as a shoulder bag. The shoulder strap loops get in the way. This isn't such a bad thing, and when you wear it with just the belt, it leans the bag away from your body enough to make unzipping easier. My solution is just leave it unzipped when I'm working no matter how I wear it.

* Price As I tell my clients when asked about competitor pricing, "People know what their product is worth and charge accordingly." You get what you pay for and it is so worth the investment. Just buy this bag, you'll love it!

WHAT I CARRY:

Some people just love peeping into another photographer's bag. So, if you were wondering what I fit and carry when I use it, here's the list. I typically do not carry all of these lenses, but when I do, it weighs in at a comfortable 12-15 pounds fully loaded with camera. Keep in mind that when I work out of it, the camera and one lens is in a my B-Grip belt holster. (FYI: I am 6'3", 175lbs, with a 33" waist.)

* Camera: Canon 7D gripped, extra batteries, CF cards

* Lenses: Rokinon 8mm Fisheye, Tokina 11-16, Canon 28mm, 60mm Macro, 85mm, 135mm (all with hoods reversed)

* Flash: Canon 430ex II, Sto-fen, Strobist gel pack, extra AA batteries

* Misc: Sekonic L-308s light meter, YongNuo RF-602's, LensPens, Color Checker, water flask

"ORIGINAL VERSION" VERSUS "V2.0"

So why spend $179 on the Speed Racer V2.0 when Amazon is currently selling the first version for $128 USD (while supplies last)? Since I did not own the original, I searched the internet forums to find an answer. The major upgrades have been to materials and design, but they are very similar.

Some of the improvements that I saw are: The waist belt tucks neatly into the sides now, into a zippered compartment, as opposed to the older version that tucks into the padding side that faces the wearer. This makes the V2.0 slightly slimmer in profile when stowed. And they added a large pocket behind the back padding. The side pouches are a tougher mesh with rip-stop bottoms and the hidden side pockets have been removed. Some of the hardware (zipper pulls, waist belt buckles and slip-stops) have been improved. The front compartment has been redesigned for more organization and ease of access.

So is all this worth the extra $50? To me, a slimmer profile means easier to carry, so yes.

I also own the Think Tank StreetWalker HardDrive backpack. Based on these two purchases, Think Tank is money well spent, and IMHO the best bang for the buck. Feel free to ask any questions you might have. Thanks for reading!

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Like many working portrait and wedding photographers, I have a few specific bag requirements:

* it must hold three lenses (one of which is a 70-200mm f/2.8 tele), a mounted pro body (with vertical grip), and two speedlights.

* I must be able to work out of it easily: everything should be accessible without too much wriggling, twisting, zipping, prodding.

* It must offer some impact and climate protection

* It should look professional and help convey professionalism--so, not overly "techy," not overly styled.

I looked long and hard, but I honestly couldn't find another bag to meet these needs. I thought about the "Boda," but there's no room for speedlights or your camera body. I thought about various Tamrac, LowePro, and Kata "sling" bags, but all of the reasonable-sized options only have room for one speedlight, and many of them have such an "overstated" attention-seeking look.

But the Speed Racer is perfection. It's tough. It's basic, sleek, svelte black. It's the perfect size to hold three lenses, a body, and two speedlights. It's built with so many thoughtful design touches that make working out of it such a pleasure. The top, for example, flops up and out of your way for easy lens changes; and flops back in place with a tiny "flick" of your wrist. It's got a seam-sealed raincover that's a snap to put on. The strap is deeply padded and comfortable for all-day work.

Thanks, Think Tank!

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It holds my Canon 5D Mark II with battery grip, Canon 70-200 f2.8L Zoom Lens, and Canon EX580II Speedlite in the main compartment separated by the velcro inserts, and has two stretchable side pockets, several accessory pockets on the interior, front, and sides still available for filters, memory cards, and other accessories. The two parts of the very comfortable waist belt with loops for modular accessories fit so discretely into the two "hidden" side pockets that I thought they were missing! The shoulder strap is very comfortable. It's a Think Tank...no more needs to be said!

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I bought this bag as a quick grab and run bag. By no means will all my equipment fit, I can however carry my Nikon D700, 16-35, 24-70, 70-200, Sb900 flash, and extra batteries.

This is the bag I've been looking for. I hated the back pack that I always had to take off and set on the ground in front of me.

Great service from Amazon! It's a winner.

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i had a camera bag by a different company that fell to the floor when the shoulder strap hardware gave way damaging my camera. i purchased think tank's bag and found it ideal. it is very well padded. it protects gear extraordinarily well. all the hardware is made for heavy duty use. the design is well thought out and there are just the right number of compartments. i've used the bag for almost a year and it still looks brand new. think tank makes great gear.

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Very practical design. The camera (Canon PowerShot SX210) fits perfectly in the main compartment and the outer zippered pouch fits a spare battery and/or memory card. Nice soft material, good value.

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An inanimate womb for my Nikon camera's and Lens. The foam is very easy to form and craft, however plan very carefully because mistakes are fixable but use caution, save your foam! The case is lockable (I use medium Master 131T Locks) and also has a location for a shoulder strap if necessary. Construction is military grade and is, as stated, waterproof. I chose the light grey color, favoring black, however in the summer the heat and sun may cook the contents with black. I am very pleased with this purchase and from a standpoint of longevity it should last the life of the camera and protect the contents. By the way this case comfortabily fits my D90, Nissin Di866 Flash, Sigma 70-200 2.8, Nikon 18-105 3.5, Filters, Strap, Lens cleaners, and batteries.

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These cases are fantastic! I bought one for my new camera being I was traveling on a road trip and I knew it would be tossed around a lot in the RV we rented. I got one with dividers and they are very easy to customize. The latches are far superior to some of the other brands and this thing is solid as a rock!

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When you need to take your best camera and atleast one lens, this case is ideal. I was also able to store external flash, replacement battery and cleaning tools for the camera. I liked bright orange so its easy to see. Worth every penny.

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Very durable. Use to protect delicate camera or video products. Foam liner easy to fit to equipment. Foam has easy tear perforations. Only thing I would add would be a gasket to seal against moisture.

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I love this case! It is sturdy, convenient, and very versital to multiple applications! I will likely add another to my collection.

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It protects my camera..but even with a screen protector on my lcd screen..i can see a lot of ..scratches..and i never have my camera out except when i take a picture...so i believe this case is causing those scratch marks. shame.

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This product is great and cheap! It is not terrible quality but it is not of a SUPERIOR quality. It is good enough for the job!! Before I bought it, I was afraid that the magnetic closure would not be strong enough to keep the flap closed but it definitely is! When you close it, there is only a tiny opening on the left and right sides where the camera is exposed. But I don't think the camera can be scratched there from such a small opening. FYI, I have the Canon SD940 IS and it fits perfectly.

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I had a critical criterion when shopping for a bag for my new SLR: it must not look like I am carrying a camera as much as possible. This way, I can carry the bag more often without being conspicuous. And this bag definitely delivers.

First off, the style and colour is really quite a departure from most camera bags. Without knowing this bag, it could easily pass off as an ordinary messenger bag. If orange isn't your thing, this also comes in all black.

Also important is that this bag isn't as thick sideways as bags of comparable size, so it doesn't stick out as much. Perhaps this is at the expense of some protection or additional storage, but I think it was an extremely good decision because it makes it look a LOT less bulky, and makes carrying it much more comfortable.

The strap is an over the head shoulder strap. Many camera bags of this size only come with shorter shoulder straps. This one makes it a lot easier to carry, and not only that, more natural as well.

Compared to other Tamrac bag with the same size, this one is missing the main bag zipper. I personally find it a plus, since it makes the bag smaller, and also the camera more accessible.

In term of storage space, this one fit my K100D with kit lens well (in fact, a little too well. If your camera is thicker, it may protrude off the top a bit.) Two slight problems present themselves. First, the camera strap takes creativity to get fit inside the bag. It's easier not to. The other problem area is that the presence of the lens cap made the bag a tighter fit. (Without the bayonet lens cap, it's a lot easier.) I don't have extra lenses, but I don't think it'll fit one on each side. In fact, the guide indicates just that; you can only fit lenses on one side; the other side can only fit something smaller, like flash.

!!! UPDATE !!!

I have since purchased a couple of primes; three in total. I have in fact been able to add all three of them to the bag; two on one side, another one on the camera grip side: all facing up. The bag bulges a little, but the fact is that it is able to fit lenses on both sides.

~~~ END UPDATE ~~~

The flap itself is a zipped storage, but has no real thickness. It has a back pocket area, but again no real thickness. Under the flap us is a decent misc. pocket area.

The one thing about Tamrac is I don't like the flap lock. It's unconventional, and in my opinion difficult to use.

At any rate, for a bag that is competitively priced with others that are the same size, and much better looking, this one deserves 5 stars for a job well done. The only comparable bag that I have seen at the store is from National Geographic that costs almost 5 times as much.

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I would give this bag 5 starts if it weren't for the fact that the description says it's perfect for a DSLR, and it's really a bit small for even a small DSLR. Since Amazon doesn't list the dimensions for this bag, here they are, direct from :

Internal Dimensions: 7¾ W x 3¾ D x 8 H or 20 x 10 x 20 cm

External Dimensions: 10 W x 6 D x 9 H or 25 x 15 x 23 cm

I have an Olympus E-510, and the fit in this bag is a little tighter than I would like. At 3 and 3/4" inches deep (front to back) the bag really isn't large enough to hold a DSLR without the flash shoe snagging on the front of the bag and making it bulge out a bit.

Also, the way the camera rests in the bag, there is no room for a shoulder strap without using up one of the side (internal) lens pockets, or wadding the strap up and putting it in before the camera (under the lens attached to the camera body), which doesn't work with a large lens on the cam. The strap can be folded and put on top of the camera after inserting it in the bag, but this risks scratching the LCD, and makes the bag difficult to close.

I think the bag is worth every penny, but it is better suited for a smaller camera.

**Update: After purchasing the highly reviewed 50mm f/2.0 macro lens for this camera, I am afraid I'll have to sell my bag and find something larger. With any of the 3 lenses (50mm or kit lens) attached, the fit in the bag with the other two lenses stored in the internal pockets is too tight.

This bag is simply not suited for a DSLR camera...not even a smaller 4/3rds format one. If you must, you can get by with this bag with one lens attached and only one stored inside the case, but you'll be sacrificing function for fashion. If Tamrac could just come up with a bag 1" wider and 3/4" deeper (front to back) it would be perfect.

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I bought this bag when I purchased a new Nikon D40, extra Nikon 55-200mmVR lens, and a Nikon SB-400 light. The information for the bag said that it would hold this amount of equipment. You can fit all this gear in the bag, but just barely after removing all the padded dividers. You can also fit the charger and cables in the front pouch, but the bag is packed very tight. If you use lens hoods, it gets even more crowded. I like the bag and will continue to use it, but I just wanted folks to know it will be a tight fit if you carry all the gear the bag is advertised to hold.

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I was looking for essentially a single camera case that didn't look like a camera case. This case was well made and didn't look like your typical camera case. It was small like I had hoped, but it ended up too small for my Nikon D200. There is also no way that this would have held a camera and a couple of other smaller lenses as described. Probably good if you are looking for a small and light carrying case with minimal accessories and a camera that is smaller than the D200 (maybe good for the D40 & D40X's).

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I wanted a bag that would protect my investment, be easy to carry when I want it around, and most importantly, NOT look like a camera bag.

This bag is perfect.

Everything fits snugly but comfortably, even an extra battery and some filters (this particular size has been perfect for MY needs, others may want to research all the different models). The bag is well designed to distribute the weight evenly across a shoulder and the bag hung unobtrusively behind my back as I took pictures with my camera. Lens and filter changes were accomplished easily from a standing position without the need for anything other than the open bag to assist.

The most important feature to me, as I mentioned earlier, a camera bag laying on the seat of a vehicle may add just enough incentive for a would be thief to break-in. This bag looks more like a youngsters book bag than a camera bag.

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My wife and I bought this bag for our Olympus PEN E-PL1. We have two lenses: 14-42mm and 40-150mm. When the 14-42mm lens is attached to the camera body, it fits in the bag's main compartment along with the larger lens and the battery charger.

We're also able to carry around an extra battery and just about every cord we need (power and computer connection).

The bag has plenty of padding (especially compared to the similarly priced Lowe Pro Exchange Messenger) and some handy flat pockets inside and out.

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If you are looking at this to hold your dslr, you might want to consider stepping up to the bigger version of this. It's small, similar to the size of a medium to large purse, but if you are a micro 4/3 owner like I am, it'll be a great fit for you. I can fit my Olympus ep-3 with a lens attached, an extra lens, my sd card case, manual and some extras. Wish the strap was a bit larger but the bag is very nicely designed and i like having a small compartment for my lens cap since I never remember where I put it. One tip, would be to remove the angled zipper and make it straight across the top so you can fit a small tablet.

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This is an overall good camera bag. It is well insulated with sufficient space for a 4/3 camera + a zoom lens. Also, the styling is much nicer than your typical camera bag. Note that the strap does attract lint from light-colored clothes. I docked the review 1 star because after just a few days of use during a trip, the sides of the bag's straps (plus the top grip strap) have lots of white fuzzies on them, pulled from my clothes.

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I know this bag is small, and that is why I wanted it... however, it was too small for my camera. I have a cannon camera with a 28-75mm lens and the bag was just too small for them to fit. If I detached them, I may have gotten it to fit, but the purpose of the bag was something that I could cary around so I could easily grab my camera and take pics.

too bad, otherwise it seemed like an ok bag and I would have kept it had my camera fit. If my lens was a little smaller it would have fit just fine.

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This bag is professional for DLR camera. Although it has made by great material, it is a little bit small for a 18-250 lens with camera body. Next, should chose the bigger one would be better.

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I am a biologist by trade so I wanted a recreational bag that was both comfortable on full day hikes through rough/hot terrain but allowed me to carry a moderate amount of gear. I ultimately decided on the Kata over the Clik Elite Nature backpack because of the dedicated laptop holder. As a researcher, there are times when I will need to carry my computer into the field.

My first impression was that this bag is extremely light and roomy. I take a d300s and a 70-300 f4-5.6 lens and at least one wide angle (usually a tokina 12-24). The bag is plenty large for me to carry additional filters, flash, cleaning supplies etc, chargers and even my 10X42 eagle optics binos (all in the padded lower compartment). Fully stuffed, it was still a breeze to wear making it great for travel. I imagine once on location, most items can be stored to minimize weight in the field. I will be testing this bag in Costa Rica in September and imagine that weight will not be an issue. A hydration bladder would be nice but I can carry a 1000 ml nalgene in the side pocket no sweat (though a hydration bladder would be nice--I imagine it's next to impossible given the laptop holder). The top compartment is large enough for some food and a rolled up lightweight rainjacket. I do wish the rain cover was attached to the bag via a pouch on the underside--it's too easy to lose and carrying it around requires losing at least one pocket's worth of space.

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A few mild criticisms: One, the bag could be streamlined--the straps are really thin which probably cuts down on weight, but makes them more difficult to maneuver and it seems they get tangled easily. The hip belt adjustment straps are also way too long and are constantly getting caught on twigs, branches, etc.. Additionally, the front accessory pouch (one of the places you can carry a tripod) is just that--a pouch. Kata should add a few small pockets to hold filters and flash cards etc., in the event you don't carry your tripod there, it's just a big black hole.

Two, I'm not entirely sure what the spine guard does (I know what it's supposed to do) but it's flimsy and seems like a gimmick. It also makes opening the lower camera compartment significantly more difficult--I just took the spine guard out.

Three the foam harness takes some getting used to. I'm also apprehensive about the lasting power of the foam. After a few uses, there were clearly stress points around the shoulders where the foam bends and supports the most weight. It seems that the straps will develop cracks sooner rather than later. I think, large, padded cloth straps would have been a better bet.

Four, the tripod attachment seems to be an after thought--while it's there, the tripod bag is just another loose thing that can get caught/easily lost.

Five--this bag will get dirty! I like the light color--the bag doesn't heat up in the sun nearly as much, but setting it down, particularly in a wet/muddy situation will have it looking worn in no time.

Overall, I really like this bag for both it's modularity and comfort and think this is a good choice for those looking for a day hike/photo bag hybrid.

UPDATE: I've now had the bag several years and have taken it into the field many times including very hard/dirty/long trips to Costa Rica and Southern Thailand and the bag rocks. The straps are still holding up fine. The frame does continue to dig into my shoulders a bit but it's not bad. The tropics are what they are and it sucks carrying any amount of weight around in soggy wet conditions, but this bag makes it easier than most!

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This is my 2nd Kata bag. I also own (and still use) a DR-466. I needed something larger to hold my 70-200 2.8 mounted or un-mounted that was also a daypack. I had looked at the quick access offerings (Fastpack 350, Aero 85, 3N1-33, Evolution 8) but decided that quick side access was not that big of a deal. For me, a light, comfortable daypack type bag with plenty of space for gear is what really mattered. I also felt like the quick access bags were just a tad shy on the space I was after.

I bought and returned and Aero 85, bought and returned a 3N1-33, considered the evolution 8, but kept coming back and eyeing this bag. I loved the space it offered and it appeared to be the highest performance as far as comfort (weight of pack, weight distribution, and air flow on my back). I also really liked the design. The one thing holding me back was the color. I looked for as many reviews as I could, and it appeared in some of them it was a little bit darker than the Kata produced images.

So... I ended up ordering it. I was really excited about what it could carry, the layout, and the comfort potential. After it arrived it did appear slightly darker, but not much. I immediately noticed the quality of materials and felt like I was in a different back pack/daypack league than I have ever been before.

So that was my thought process, this is what I think of the bag.

The color is fine and it's growing on me. It is light weight (until you load it of course). I am very extremely impressed how it distributes the weight and feels on my back. It is extremely comfortable and distributes the weight so well, it felt like I had much, much less gear in my bag. It felt that good on my back! My back did not get super hot like it has with other packs. You will still experience some warmth in certain temps, but that should be no surprise. But this bag is better than any I have ever owned (this is my 5th camera backpack).

The shoulder straps are super nice. I read some people are concerned, don't be. That same material I have had in one of their straps (can't remember what it is called, it was just a bag strap I bought a couple years ago for switching between shoulder bags and my 70-200 2.8 bag). Very nice straps, comfortable and they conform to your shape.

I don't care about the included camera strap. Nice idea if I use the loops for a camera I will modify something from the brands of straps I use.

Plenty of space throughout the bag. The top compartment is a nice size, plus the laptop sleeve is great for many things when not carrying a laptop. If your carrying a netbook then you have room for that and other stuff in that compartment.

The tripod mount is nicely done, blending in well and I like the side or back option.

Not sure what else to say, I am very impressed with this bag, glad I went for it, and am so glad I have it. I love the performance and functionality, as well as the layout and features. I personally would like an option for a slightly darker gray version, but it really is not that big of a deal.

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I've had this bag for about 2 weeks and used extensively on a recent field trip out of town with my daughter. I do have numerous camera bags, but I was looking for a travel bag that can double as a camera bag.

Things I like:

Ergonomics: The bag has many pockets allowing you to carry a large DSLR (Canon 1D series), including 4 lenses, one of which a 70-200 f/4.0, an additional PS camera, charger, extra batteries, laptop, and a small compartment for day travel. The harness does a great job at distributing the weight on your bag,

Ease of use: All pockets and compartment are easy to get to, the adjustable belts are easy and quick to adjust.

Capacity: See above

Padding: Very adequate.

Weight: feels extremely light.

Things I do not like:

Color: just ugly color, I prefer darker colors, and more rugged looking exterior (similar to the 3-N-1 series)

Space efficiency: The lower padded section can be removed and a zipper opened to connect both the top and bottom sections providing you with a larger space, however the combined space is not padded, ergo defeating the purpose. I was hoping to stow a small tripod along the the camera equipment, but that is not possible.

Tripod harness: A vented somewhat rugged looking pocket can be attached to the bag and act as tripod harness/carrier. From experience, you end up losing any additional accessories that are not permanently attached to the bag. It would ave been nicer to provide for a permanent tripod solution.

Size: The bag is actually larger than it seems from the pictures on the web, however it does hold a lot.

Overall I am pleased with the purchase and would recommend it. I am planning on using it for an oversea trip to carry 2 cameras, few lenses and small accesories.

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Purchased the bag about 2 weeks ago. Just made a trip from Arizona to Taiwan. Very comfortable and well balanced bag. I am short so I did require some adjustment to get all belts into the right place. It will take a few trys but well worth the time. Best to load up the bag with most of the equipment while making the belt adjustment. One critical point, be sure to adjust the belt that controls the amount of slack between the backpack and soft cushion strap. Makes a big difference on the bag rides on the back.

Has the following in the bag:

Canon 5d2 (no grip), 70-200 F/4 IS, 24-105L, Sigma 50mm f/1.4, 580ex II, kenko extension tubes

Dell 15" laptop + power cord

Misc stuff for traveling and camera

There is still room for at least one more 6" lens.

No issue at all fitting the entire bag in the overhead compartment on Soutwest airline and Eva Airline. No issue with security regarding the Aluminum frame. Laptop was easy to pulled out and restored.

I did not have a tripod with me on this trip so I don't know how well the tripod holder works. Decided to put the monopod in the luggage instead.

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Light weight, comfortable camera bag. Sturdy aluminum frame. Nice external pockets and attachment points. Large upper compartment for non-camera gear (jacket, snacks, etc). Well protected laptop sleeve. Camera gear compartment is 3 sections which hold many small & large lens, camera bodies, accessories. Well padded and internally re-arrangeable. A bit stiff to get into top of compartment and somewhat bulky from depth perspective. Cannot use external compression straps to reduce depth due to stiff compartment. Overall very good for base camp type travel....not so much for group touring.

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Highly recommended.

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I use this for a Nikon DSLR (D300) and I love it. I can fit the camera, a couple of lens' and all the accessories (flash, extra battery...). I almost went for the larger 1500 but it seemed a little to big to carry around easily so I went with the 1450. I can pack a couple of zoom lens' and I am covered. Good size, well made, Great Case :)

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Worked well as a 3 pistol box. (1911 Colt, Ruger 22/45 and Beretta 92F) On one

side. The foam is thick enough to flip over and make 2nd cutouts for a different

pistol layout. I dont think it would be a great idea to pack weapons on both sides at once, but with the center being that thick you do have a lot of options for set up.

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I have two of these Pelican 1450 cases -one for firearms and one for my DSLR camera gear. This is an outstanding case for either purpose. For camera gear, the foam inserts are removable in little cubic square increments, making it very easy to configure the case to hold camera, lenses, flash, and other accessories. For pistols and revolvers most users will leave the foam inserts intact, as the case holds pretty much any handgun snugly, with just the right amount of pressure, without modification. I can pack a couple of pistols and some clips no problem.

If all of that is not enough, I also use one of these for transporting portable amateur radio gear. It is perfect for this.

For any purpose, firearms, radio gear, or camera gear, this case provides a secure and lockable way to transport one's equipment without worry of physical shock to the equipment, or problems with water or humidity. These cases are watertight and very safe against the elements. This is important to me, as I often transport my camera gear in an open dinghy in coves and harbors, where the wind is apt to spray water on everything. This case has been 100% proof against this. Firearms don't like water or moisture either, making this case an ideal solution for transporting one's firearms.

Replacement foam inserts are readily available for this case, by the way, so one case can serve multiple functions.

A quality Made-in-USA product. Highly recommended. RJB.

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I just received this case after almost buying it at west marine for twice the price. Sturdy construction and foam cells easily accomodate my canon 5d w/ 24-105 lens, canon wp-dc47 waterproof case and my new s110 canon digital camera. Still plenty of room for cell phones and other items. I do a lot of boating photography here in Florida and this will protect my gear. This is not my first case from Pelican...they have incredible customer service!

Fujifilm XF1 Soft Fitted Camera Case (Red) Review

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Matches camera exactly in look and its leather surface. An excellent product that substantial enhances the use of the camera.

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I absolute love it. It holds my camera so snugly and safely. I recommend it wholeheartedly to anybody who would need such a device!

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It fits the cameral like a glove and has a retro look that matches the camera. It's "pleather" so will likely not last near as long as real leather. It's kind of pricey for not being real leather, but I'd buy it again if given the choice.

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OK because it's a container but not OK because no safety features.

transcend card-would not register photos without having to be re-programmed while traveling.

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I bought about 4 cases for the Galaxy camera. This was hands down the best. You have access to all the functions and still Protect the camera at the same time. get this case. It's the best.

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very very very good cover i love it strong and good thank you .. i need it and these one is good

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The product is good. One thing I did not like was when I have to charge I have to take it off. Some times, I have to take out the cover to snap pictures, because the flap hangs and it is difficult to take pictures.

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Very easy case and looks great too! Adjustable strap is great and allows you to wear it on shoulder or across body. Only draw back is that you have to remover the case to charge the camera. I get complments all the time on it!

Kroo Quilted Neoprene Pouch for 3.5-Inch Camera, GPS and Cellular Review

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My Samsung wifi camera fits great and it's got the zipper compartment for extra sd cards. The quilted neoprene makes it a snug fit.

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Fits my Nikon 2700 quite well (case is 1cm bigger than camera in each direction, but that's ok). Nice to hold, useful strap absent in some other models, pocket for cards/batteries I'm fully satisfied.

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Love the color and it was well made. I have a SamsungWB250 and it fit but no extra room, Small

place in front for a battery. Would order this again.

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This pouch is very practical to my camera. It is a little bigger than the camera, but it's ok. It keeps my camera protected and safe.