icon Silk Fashion Camera Carrying Case (Brown Silk) Review

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Very nice looking (however, with time the silk material snags and starts to look worn I have had mine for 4+ years and it is just starting to show signs of wear and tear). The magnet in the clasp is fairly strong and keeps the case closed, so your camera or accessories aren't falling all over the place. Overall a good deal for the price.

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This camera case is very pretty. I haven't seen any like it in stores. I am very happy with my purchase.

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I find this camera case quite useful....the versatility is excellent...I use it as a cell phone holder & a camera case...if using for both cell phone & camera...make sure you have your measurements...very cute case.

Reviews of Nikon 1 Series Deluxe Digital Camera Case (Black) with Tripod

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The product is very good, the bag is a bit small for the Nikon 3100, but functional. Ideal for travel, not professional.

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They are nice and all well made, it was great considering the low price. Overall, I am so happy we shopped around.

Canon AW-DC50 All-Weather Case for PowerShot SD450 Review

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I bought this housing case for my SD450 last month for my trip to Aruba last week. The first few times I used it, it was great. I snorkeled at the Antilles shipwreck and got great pictures of fish, coral, etc. After coming in contact with salt water, I washed it so it the metal parts wouldnt rust and let everything dry for the next day's adventure. Well, when we went to the pool, the case leaked and soaked my camera. It turns out the o-ring that creates the seal had some how enlarged (as if it was stretched out) so when I closed the case, a pinch of the rubber was out of the case and thus not having a water tight seal. It was quite the inconvenience during my vacation, but after contacting Canon, they're going to repair the camera and look into the case. Just be careful and check that everything is REALLY sealed before going into the water.

EDIT: Canon sent me a refurb camera and a new case since the camera was beyond repair. I have since used the case while snorkeling at the Caymen Islands, kayaking in San Diego and have brought it to the famous Schlitterbahn waterpark a few times. It really comes in handy when you can take your own pictures and not have to pay $20 for a picture someone else took. I'm vacationing to Alaska this year and will definitely be bringing the camera and case along when I go kayaking!

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This case worked perfectly on a recent snorkeling vacation. I had read reviews saying the O-ring/gasket had pinched when case closed not providing a good seal and instantly ruining a camera. This occurs most commonly after you have removed the O-ring to lubricate it with the silicone grease. The case is clear and you can easily see if pinching is happening if you look for it. Indeed the O-ring did pinch in one spot as I closed the case on the second day of use. I readjusted the O-ring slightly and closed the case again without any pinching of the O-ring. I suspect the camera would have been ruined on the second day if I had not seen reviews stressing the need to check the O-ring for proper seal as you close the case each time. Here is a link to a picture taken with the SD450 and this case.

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I bought this to protect my camera from dust storms in the Blackrock desert. I is perfect for this. It also protected my camera from occasional water spray and sweat. Many people told me their digital cameras were ruined from dust getting in the zoom mechanism of the lens. The buttons are all accessible and easy to use. It's very easy to take in and out. The only problem is you can't record sound when taking video, but what would you expect if the case is water submersible.

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Case worked perfectly for the first few days on shallow dives. Seal wore out after 4 uses. Kinda useless then isn't it? Also, cannot find replacement seal.

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The product worked well until we forgot to dutifully check the seal one time. Oops. There must've been a hair or piece of dust that compromised the seal. Our camera met its match in the salt water. Luckily, it was the second to last day of our three week vacation, and we were able to salvage the memory card. My advice to folks who buy this product is to ALWAYS check & double-check the seal. I would also recommend dunking it in freshwater before taking it into saltwater. If there is a small freshwater leak, you can usually dry it without the devastating corrosive effects of a full-on saltwater leak.

Buy TPU Camera Case for Casio Exilim EX-S12 EX-Z29 EX-Z85 Casio EX-S10

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I got this case for my newly bought camera, and i love it. It's not as bright a green as a imagined, but it's still pretty bright ;) Nice and sturdy, so if your camera dropped, it deffinatley wouldn't break or scratch. All in All, really good case, and recomended.

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Black Semi-hard Magnetic Closure Case for Kodak Easyshare Digital Review

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Good for its price and snugly carries your camera. It is soft inside and is secure enough so it will not fall out.

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Ok I Love this case. My camera (kodah M575) can go in and take out with one hand. I do rather using this pouch instead of a zip pouch. I just flip it and it open and flip close. It is a black leather case so it won't look dirty.

Whosoever read this review don't think about it just buy it.

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This camera case was the perfect buy when I lost my old case. Fits my Kodak EasyShare MD863 perfectly!

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This little case fits my Kodak Easyshare perfectly. The magnetic closure makes getting the camera in and out much easier than other zipper cases I've had in the past.

Review of Camera Case for Fujifilm FinePix A100, A150, A170, F20, F30, F31FD

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Nice sturdy little camera case. My Fuji Z20d fits perfectly in it and protects it from scratches or damage

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I've only had this camera case for a little while but based it is exactly what they described and looked like it did in the pictures provided. I would recommend if you have a Fuji camera.

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This case was very nice, much darker blue than the picture. You have to unzip both sides to open the case. The hard case seems made of quality and i'm overall very happy with my purchase.

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This case is a great fit for my camera. It is durable and waterproof and has a handy carrying strap. Love it!

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it was nice the camara and the cover was pretty new too .so very good very good very good g

Lowepro Slingshot 102 AW Camera Sling Review

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I pretty much have to agree with other reviews that talk about the small size of this bag. It's definitely quite limited in what it can carry....but it does work for me in some situations. It *does* hold my Canon 40D with Tamron 18-270mm super-zoom attached along with my 540EX flash and a extra 50mm lens, so would be a reasonable bag for me to use on trips when I am not able to bring a selection of lenses with me. I am not a person that can carry much equipment with me in the field due to physical problems, so I really need a bag that is comfortable and can handle at least this amount of equipment. I do wish the interior dividers and velcro had a few more optional placements, you're pretty restricted in how they can be placed.

You'll find many, many interior compartments and stuff hidden away in this bag, including a nice rain cover for the camera on the inside, and for the entire bag on the outside. The tripod holder flap can be tucked inside, as well as the additional waist strap. There almost to me seem to be *too* many compartments. I don't need so many that I end up having to remember where I put what item and unzipping a dozen pockets to find it. But I'm sure a lot of photo geeks love that kind of thing.

While I do love the sling design in terms of it helping to relieve some of the weight that is so problematic for me, I do have to add that it's not the easiest (or most flattering) thing for many women to wear, particularly if you are, umm, well-endowed shall we say. I basically have to either push the strap up in which case it is practically strangling me, or move it slightly down which umm, pushes other things UP. The second strap which is described as a "waist strap" actually comes up creating sort of an X in front, just making the whole thing look even worse (like a huge push-up bra worn on the outside). I'm not sure there's really a good solution to this, but women might want to try one of these in a local camera store to see how much it bothers them before purchasing.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program The LowePro Slingshot 102AW camera bag seems well constructed and very durable. It has one curved, padded shoulder strap so that you can carry it over your left shoulder. There is also a small nylon hand strap at the top of the bag for carrying the bag, but it is 1" in width and is not padded. There are a number of pockets and compartments for carrying an array of items. You can also carry a tripod or mono-pod on the side of the bag.

The main issue may be whether the bag is large enough from your camera and gear. The main compartment has three subdividers that are held in place by velcro so that you can adjust the size of the subcompartments or remove the subdividers completely. The size of the main compartment is approximately 10" wide, by 7" (which would be the maximum distance from the back of your camera to the front end of your lense), to about 5" in height at most (which would be the maximum height of a single lense standing up in one of the subcompartments. The flap for the main compartment has two small pockets for memory cards. There is a secondary compartment at the top of the bag that is 7" wide at the bottom and narrows to 4 at the top, and about 4" deep. There are a couple other smaller compartments on the bag also. And then within the compartments are smaller storage pockets.

The only thing that I didn't care much for was a strap that crosses the zipper of the cover to the main compartment that has two Travato side release buckles. If you secure the strap with the 2 buckles, then you have to release the buckles to unzip the cover. Then when you want to zip the compartment up again, the buckles tend to fall across the zipper and you have to pick them up to zip the bag up.

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NOTE: Amazon has combined reviews for the 102, 202, and 302 together. Be sure you know which review you are reading. This review is for the 102 AW.

I am a Lowepro fanatic. Every bag I own is Lowepro except for one multi-purpose Tenba Messenger bag (which is incredible by the way). I own the X300, a couple of Stealth reporters, the Slingshot 202 AW and the 302 AW. I shoot with a Nikon D300s w/MB-D10 (battery pack), Giottos quick release tripod plate, all Nikon lenses, and ALWAYS carry at least two speedlights(SB-900 or up to 3 SB-700's) w/ diffusers and small light modifiers (such as Lumiquest's line), and a heavy assortment of other gear. I needed a smaller bag to carry a minimum amount of gear mainly on family outings. Of course, a minimum amount of gear is subjective to each photographer. This bag severely (emphasis added) limits what I can carry.

The bag is constructed in the usual Lowepro high quality and high design standards. The only issue I have is that it is just too small. By the product images, you would not suspect it of being so small. Imagine my surprise when I realized it barely fit my D300s with an attached Nikon 17-55. THAT'S IT for the main compartment! To fit it, I had to remove the supplied configuration (all the padding) and put the camera in sideways. Even then, the top of the camera does not really fit, I had to stretch the bag as I closed the zippers. There is no more room in the main compartment for another lens or flash. End of story. The inside lid of the main compartment, the 102 has two Velcro-closure memory card pockets, so you can leave your memory card wallet at home. The Lowepro microfiber cloth was moved from previous models to the left of the compartment, which is kind of nice since it always got in the way with other models. Also, this version, like previous versions, includes the built in rain cover.

The secondary compartment (top of bag) can hold either a small lens, flash, or an assortment of small gear (cables, etc). But, it cannot hold all three or even two of those items. In my case, I use it to hold one SB-700 flash and diffuser and that barely fits. Inside that compartment is a smaller pocket for miscellaneous items that functions well. In my case, it holds spare AA batteries. On the outside of the bag, you have a smaller vertical zipper pouch at the top replaces Slip Lock Attachment loop) that would be another great place for batteries or your keys. But, the SlipLock Attachment Loop that used to be there on previous models is now gone. The addition of a tripod buckle, cinch strap, and hideaway foldout tripod feet pouch on the side of the 102 is a nice feature improvement. On previous models, you had 3 SlipLock Attachment Loops, 2 on the back and 1 on the side, that you could use to try to carry gear such as a tripod or monopod. The design feature improves carrying such a device compared to previous model's, but the size of the bag makes it impractical to attach anything but a low-end consumer grade tripod.

A lot of reviewers have complained about the fit of the Slingshot series, especially on women and big men. They are entirely correct. The Slingshot strap rides across the front of your chest. Women with large breasts may simply not like this feature. Larger men may have a problem as well. You can carry the bag slung over the right or left shoulder for comparatively shorter periods of time (compared to slinging it over your back). But that defeats the purpose.

In short, if you are use a pro-level DSLR with attached grip, you will just be able to use this bagbarely. Forget about carrying a Nikon 70-200 2.8 though. I barely got my 17-55 to fit. This bag is a minimalist bag at most. This bag proves the point there is no such thing as a photographer using one bag. Bag's serve specific purposes and require compromise to achieve the best form and function for any given environment. On the other hand, for those carrying smaller DSLR bodies with no grips, such as the Rebel line, or Nikon's consumer line (think D90, D7000), and have very little lighting requirements (not carrying flashes), this bag is a home run. So, all you mom's on the sideline during Johnny's soccer game could very well fall in love with this bag. Pro's, definitely not except under minimalist standards. For point and shoot camera's, this bag is overkill unless you are looking to carry other items as well; I would just get a backpack at that point.

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I bought this for my Nikon D5100 and it has been perfect; much more convenient than the traditional shoulder bag or backpack. In fact, I love this bag so much that even when I'm not bringing my SLR around, I still use this for other purposes. Here's why it's so great:

-FUNCTION-

Being able to swing the bag to the front is a huge benefit (the biggest reason for using a sling-style). I can get my camera out in about three seconds! The zippers are secure and the extra pockets are well thought-out, especially the small pockets for memory cards and battery on the part that flips open. There are several straps on the outside of the back for attaching various items. If you need a tripod, I would get the 102.

-SIZE-

I was going to get the 200 (there's also a 300), but I'm so glad I went with the 100. As an amateur, I don't want to carry around more than I have to. This bag is big enough for my 18-55, a zoom, and a prime. The inside padding can be reconfigured but even the as it came, it fits my camera with the 18-250 attached with no problem.

-COMFORT-

This is extremely comfortable. The weight of the contents is distributed nicely across my shoulder and I can have this on my back literally all day with no problem. This is part of the reason why the 100 might be perfect since you have no choice but to carry light!

-DURABILITY-

The bag seems very well made. Although I've only used it a few times so far, it looks like it will hold up. Zippers and straps are in great condition and there is nothing flimsy at all.

-RECOMMENDATION-

If you only need to carry the camera with a few accessories, this bag is perfect. This allows you to quickly access your camera while not needing to take anything off your body. It also doesn't scream "hey everyone, I have an expensive camera in here!" unlike some other camera bags. Buy without hesitation.

Review of Portabrace DC-3V Dircetor's Case (Blue)

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First off, I was on the fence on this bag. I mean the cost compared to other laptop bags is pretty steep. However, after it arrived I instantly understood why. This thing is amazing! The build quality is second to none, and it's HUGE! There's more than enough room for everything I need on set, and the laptop hood is crazy useful for those sunny days on location. This was my first Portabrace purchase and they did not disappoint! Would absolutely recommend!

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Lowepro LP36214 Adventura Ultra Zoom 100 Shoulder Bag - Black Reviews

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I did a lot of hunting around to find a decent, fairly compact protective case or bag for my Sony alpha Nex-5N. The Nex-5N is fairly beefy for a point and shoot, especially with the 18-55mm zoom lens attached. Thankfully, the Nex-5N fits snugly in this case inserted on it's side, even with the 18-55mm lens and flash attached. It's not perfect, but it has been very difficult to find a workable and not overly-huge case for this particular camera, so I'm quite happy with it. If you are looking for a case for the Nex-5N or a similar Nex model, keep in mind this case isn't going to hold more than the camera body, whatever lens you have attached, a memory card and maybe a spare battery.

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I bought this bag for my Sony NEX-F3 and it fits perfectly. The camera is well protected against shock by the extra padding of this bag and there is extra space for batteries and memory cards. Should you drop the bag or fall while carrying it, your camera will survive the incident and isn't that one of the benefits of buying a quality camera bag in the first place. The bag is easy to open and with the top raised it is very easy to quickly grab the camera and start shooting. Don't try to save a few dollars buying a cheaper bag and risk damage to your camera.

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This bag is perfect for my Nikon Cool Pix L810 camera and has room for extra batteries and memory cards. It also has a convenient handle and shoulder strap. It was a used item but looks new and undamaged to me. Just what I needed and even arrived early.

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I received my product, earlier than expected, according to the estimated delivery date. It was exactly as described on Amazon. I have seen other Lowepro products in retail stores so I knew that I could expect to receive a high quality camera bag, but I could not find the size that I needed. The bag is a perfect fit for my camera, along with additional batteries, memory cards and attachments, and a size that is easy to handle.

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My Samsung WB100 16.2MP Digital Camera with 26x Optical Zoom "just" fit. Very little excess room I might be able to fit a small wallet in there but that's it. Case is well made, strap nice and long. Very happy with the purchase.

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Love it, I bought it for use as a emergency hiking kit. It fits all my gear that I need and hooks onto my belt. Not necessarily intended for that use but with the clip it makes a good hiking pouch. Thanks.

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Digital SLR Traveler Backpack for Canon EOS, Nikon, Sony Alpha Review

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The advantage of this backpack over standard camera gear bags is that it is much more discreet and doesn't attract unwanted attention. It easily and securely holds my Canon T3,2 lenses, extra battery, with room for more items. The only disadvantage is that it has to be held horizontally to access all the items stored, which is a minor incovenience in my opinion.

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Yep that's right, the Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L fits into this case like a glove. Well-made, padded thoroughly. Has the double secured velcro attachment on back for belt or camera bag attachment.

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Almost as if it were made for this lens. At 83mm filter size this lens is big but this case fits it (and its lens hood) perfectly.

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I have a backpack that I typically carry all of my gear in. For those times when you know you need two lenses but don't want to carry your whole pack around, this is perfect. My 24-70mm and 100mm macro lenses fit perfectly, lens hoods and all! Especially for the money, I recommend this product.

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If you use the Bag Finder on the LowePro website, it recommends the 9x13cm lens case for the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L lens, which is a perfect fit if you don't have the lens hood attached (at all). With the lens hood attached (reversed) to the lens, however, the 11x14cm lens case is a perfect fit.

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I use lowepro cases for all of my lens and have found them to be top quality and well padded for protection. This is an odd shape for my needs as it is more bulky than any of the lens I have. I bought it for a 17-40mm that would allow me to keep the lens hood with the lens (there has been alot written on the particular shape and size of this petal hood by canon). In retrospect I would have gone with a smaller case and carried the hood to make it more transportable. Nonetheless, the quality of lowepro is still here with this case.

Cheap Vivitar Series One Digital SLR Camera/Laptop Sling Backpack - Small

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This product was extremely easy to put together and is very easy to use. I have a home Portrait Studio and it works well with my shots! I love this product and would purchase more if I needed them!

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S Line Design TPU Gel Soft Case Cover for Samsung Galaxy Camera Review

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When ordering this I wasn't sure if it was going to fit the camera correctly but when it came it, it fit perfectly. It's a great case for the price. Glad I bought it!

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Reviews of VANGUARD Xcenior 36 Photographic Equipment Bags

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I have been a "serious" amateur photographer for the better part of twenty years. As such, I've purchased my share of tri-pods, lenses, filters, bags, and other photographic accoutrements, both in the digital and pre-digital eras. I thought I'd seen pretty much everything there was to see when it comes to camera bags, but this Vanguard bag is something else. By far, this is the most robust photographer's accessory bag I have ever laid eyes on.

The outer walls and inner pockets are sturdy but soft. There are multiple compartments and gadgets for adjusting the sizes and layout inside the bag. Clips and fasteners also are strong and firm, and all the straps and buckles are on a par with much more demanding hobbies (like parachuting maybe). There are a lot of water proof flaps to not only protect from the elements, but also to add more cushioning. If I actually used this bag as intended, I would never worry about my lenses or camera bodies, or anything else that I put in it. They'll be safe and sound in the multiple holders and compartments, thickly and reliably padded and snug. Careful readers may have noticed, however, that I said "If I used this bag", meaning that I don't use this bag. Why? Because with security and robustness comes weight. Lots of weight. This bag is very heavy (somewhere around seven pounds) and is just too heavy for average everyday ("amateur") use. Professional photographers, on the other hand, probably have people to carry their stuff for them when they are on a shoot. That's who this bag is for: pros with assistants. I could picture myself using this bag if I was going on a once in a lifetime photographic opportunity trip, like a safari or a rain forest trek, but otherwise, this bag will stay at home and be used for storage. Nonetheless, this is advertised as a professional's bag and it certainly delivers on that promise, so even with the deterring heft, a sturdier, safer camera bag would be hard to find, hence my five star rating.

Note: I also had occasion to contact customer service about an item that was shown in one of the product pictures but that was not included with the bag. I had a very nice response from the representative explaining about the extra and that it was indeed something that could be purchased separately. Good support just reinforces my full rating.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Instead of writing several paragraphs, I figured the easiest way to review this bag would be listing pros and cons. Granted, the pros heavily outweigh the cons which is a good thing.

Pros:

MacBook Pro 13" fits nicely in the laptop slot; room to spare so no doubt a 14" would fit in there.

The bag has sturdy, relatively thick exterior sides and bottom which should protect your gear from sudden shocks (banging it against something while over your shoulder; putting it down quickly on rocks).

The orange interior material makes it look more stylish, but it also provides contrast to help you find what you are looking for more quickly (other bags with roughly same color don't give the same visual clues that might help people).

The included rain cover is a nice touch and useful for anyone who gets caught out by the elements.

Lots of storage space, with a big front pocket, two roomy side pockets and other little spaces to tuck stuff away.

Very comfortable shoulder strap. If you aren't throwing it over your shoulder, there's a unique three-point handle which seems plenty strong and durable.

-More than enough room for the advanced amateur, with space for a body and up to six lenses or two bodies and four lenses. The slots are customizable thanks to velcro on removable panels. Also great for pros who aren't carrying a full complement of equipment but need a sturdy bag with lots of storage space.

It might seems a little on the heavy side compared to an older or canvas bags, but once you load your gear the extra few ounces are negligible.

The four sleeves on the underside of the lid are nice for the anal types who want to store their memory cards there, but truthfully most pros will just toss them in one of the pockets or leave them floating on the bottom of the bag.

The main entrance to the bag can be secured eight ways to Sunday, but you'll really only use the velcro and perhaps one of the zippers, unless you are trying to deter your kids from getting in it.

There's also a "trolley sleeve" so traveller can slide their Xcenior bag on top of their luggage. Not travelling? Use it as another storage space -just be sure to secure the zipper on the bottom so it doesn't slip open and allow your valuables to fall out unnoticed.

The handle is also part of a tripod carrying system. Not everyone will use it, but why waste a free hand carrying a tripod with you on a hike when you can carry it attached to your bag?

As for the cons there is really only one about the only thing it is missing is an attachment that will hold an umbrella over your head while you shoot to protect you from rain or sun. Really, there are no drawbacks to this bag. One thing I'd point out is that this may be overkill for some, but for the serious amateur or pro this is an excellent product.

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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I was sent this Vanguard Xcenior 36 Photographic Equipment Bag from Amazon Vine for an honest review. Here's my take on it.

Recently I bought a Canon 60D to update the older Canon 10D and needed a bag large enough to carry the camera, a couple of lenses and my battery packs, charger, memory cards, filters and laptop. The gear is primarily used for wildlife photography and requires that I carry several items plus my tripod from shoot to shoot. This bag does it all and much more. There are so many great features to mention it's difficult to know where to start.

First of all, the bag is roomy with adjustable compartments inside to accommodate a couple of cameras, several lenses, a 14-inch laptop plus all your memory cards, battery packs, charger, filters, lens cleaner and numerous other items. I even managed to fit my 300mm telephoto lens inside, however, the length of the lens makes it impossible to zip the compartment closed.

There's a sturdy T-shaped handle for carrying a tripod (slip one leg through the handle and secure the unit with two adjustable straps-an informative video on the Vanguard site shows how this is done).

The bag is very well constructed with a molded, semi-solid exterior and anti-scratch, moisture-resistant fabric. Additionally, an attached rain cover comes out of a zippered pocket to fit over the entire bag for inclement weather. There are pockets everywhere. Both sides have substantial zippered enclosures for gear plus a side-hanging system for securing lens cases and pouches. A triple-secured opening ensures total protection, and there's a wide, padded shoulder strap that attaches to two sturdy rings if you want to carry the bag messenger style. For other transport uses, the T-shaped handle is handy and comfortable, and there's a slot to slip the bag over a wheeled tote handle. I found the bag, even when loaded, very comfortable to carry...and it's as handsome as it is durable. I love this bag; it's the perfect gear carrier for amateur or professional. Do check out the video on Vanguard's site to see how functional this bag is.

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փ This Xcenior 36 is very roomy and can carry one or two full-frame DSLRs with battery grips along with five to eight lenses as large as a 70-200mm f/2.8, flash units, memory cards, batteries, chargers, AC adapter, a laptop up to 14 inches, and various accessories.

փ This bag has an extremely sturdy build quality with tons of padding everywhere; all walls, pockets, and compartments feel rigid while still being very soft.

փ The top of the bag has a pocket that can deploy a detachable weatherproof nylon rain cover that keeps the bag totally dry during rain.

փ The top carrying handle also serves to hold the legs of a tripod that is then cinched to the bag using two buckle straps.

փ All four sides of the bag include well-padded zippered compartments that contain a variety of pockets for organizing accessories such as lens filters, battery chargers, cables, a mouse, DVD/CD cases, and I can also carry a slim external DVD burner and external hard drive in these roomy compartments.

փ Both the left and right sides of this bag have a double layer of strap loops sewn to the side zippered compartments that let you hang additional lens cases and pouches from both sides of the bag.

փ The rear side of the bag has a trolley pass-through sleeve for slipping this bag onto the pull-handle of another luggage.

փ The heavy-duty 2.0"-wide shoulder strap includes a full one-inch thick layer of sumptuous padding along the anti-slip area that presses onto your shoulder for fatigue-free weight distribution on your shoulder.

փ The bag includes seven adjustable removable internal dividers, with three of the dividers having padded flaps that form a cushioned middle floor when storing two layers of equipment.

փ The bag includes a separate little zippered nylon accessory pouch.

փ This Xcenior 36 bag can still fit in the overhead compartment of smaller-sized turboprop commuter planes.

ჯ Negatives (not big negatives, but more like nice-to-haves):

ჯ When the nylon rain cover is wrapped around the bag, both the carrying handle and shoulder strap cannot be accessed.

ჯ Considering the size of this bag and the possibility that it could weigh more than 30 pounds when fully loaded, adding two handles placed on both sides of this bag could have facilitated easier lifting using two hands, instead of just using the centrally-located handle.

ჯ While the top lid is very securely closed using two side zippers, a large strip of Velcro along the front edge, and four plastic buckles that latch over the three sides of the lid, I would have really preferred that the two side zippers be lockable zippers that continued around to the front edge where I could join and lock both zippers together using a luggage lock.

What is in the box package?

₪ Vanguard Xcenior 36 professional camera shoulder bag

₪ Heavy-duty shoulder strap

₪ 6.0"x4.5"x2.0" zippered nylon accessory pouch

₪ Detachable weatherproof nylon rain cover stored inside the bag

Although the Amazon "Product Description" mentions that this bag "also features a bonus accessory pouch and memory card sleeve", I only found the zippered nylon accessory pouch inside the bag and there was no separate "memory card sleeve". The inside of the bag's top lid does have four memory card pockets sewn into it.

I have previously been a big fan of Vanguard's line of tripods and ball heads, which I consider to be as good or better than similar Manfrotto and Gitzo tripods and ball heads, while often being more inexpensive than the competition. This photography bag matches the thoughtful design, attention to detail, and quality of construction that I associate with Vanguard's tripods and ball heads. This Vanguard Xcenior 36 photography bag is a professional-grade photography bag that you can carry around as your portable photography studio and toolbox, with enough room to carry one or two battery grip-equipped pro-level DSLRs, six to eight lenses up to a 70-200mm f/2.8 in size, flash unit, lots of other accessories, and a laptop computer with up to a 14" display. And if you still need to carry more lenses, both the left and right sides of this bag have a double layer of strap loops sewn to the side zippered compartments that let you hang additional lens cases and pouches from both sides of the bag.

There are three sizes of Vanguard Xcenior photo bags: Xcenior 30, Xcenior 36, and Xcenior 41. All three models include a nylon rain cover and tripod-carrying handle, and all three models are made of 1000D/1200D/1680D polyester on the exterior and 150D polyester and velvet lining on the interior. The three models only differ in their size, how much equipment and load weight they can carry, and the size of the laptop computer than can fit inside the padded interior's laptop slot.

Here is a comparison of all three Xcenior models:

Xcenior 30:

Holds a laptop of up to 10 inches

Capacity: 1 pro DSLR with grip plus 4-5 lenses (up to 70-200mm f/2.8), a flash unit, accessories (memory cards, cables, battery and charger), a laptop up to 10" screen size, tripod

Inside Dimensions (LxWxH): 11 3/4 x 7 1/8 x 9 1/2 inches

Outside Dimensions (LxWxH): 16 1/2 x 12 5/8 x 12 5/8 inches

Weight: 4.74 pounds

Maximum Load: 18.8 pounds

Xcenior 36:

Holds a laptop of up to 14 inches

Capacity: 1-2 pro DSLRs with grip plus 6-8 lenses (up to 70-200mm f/2.8), a flash unit, accessories (memory cards, cables, battery and charger), a laptop up to 14" screen size, tripod

Inside Dimensions (LxWxH): 14 1/8 x 7 1/8 x 11 inches

Outside Dimensions (LxWxH): 19 5/8 x 13 3/8 x 13 3/4 inches

Weight: 5.95 pounds

Maximum Load: 25.4 pounds

Xcenior 41:

Holds a laptop of up to 15 inches

Capacity: 2 pro DSLRs with grip plus 6-8 lenses (up to 300mm f/2.8), a flash unit, accessories (memory cards, cables, battery and charger), a laptop up to 15" screen size, tripod

Inside Dimensions (LxWxH): 16 1/8 x 7 1/8 x 11 3/4 inches

Outside Dimensions (LxWxH): 21 5/8 x 13 3/8 x 15 3/4 inches

Weight: 6.5 pounds

Maximum Load: 33.1 pounds

While each larger model is incrementally more expensive and you should match your needs with the appropriately sized bag, if you are considering the Xcenior 41 bag, that bag's size does push the limits of what may be allowed as a carry-on bag by airlines. The Xcenior 36 that I am reviewing has external linear dimensions of 46.75 inches (19 5/8 x 13 3/8 x 13 3/4). Most airlines allow a carry-on to be of a size up to 45 or 46 linear inches. A few airlines allow a carry-on to be as large as 50 or 52 linear inches. So this Xcenior 36 should not present a problem as a carry-on aboard most airlines, and I could even fit this Xcenior 36 into the overhead compartment of some smaller turboprop short-hop commuter planes. The Xcenior 41 bag, however, has an external linear measurement of 50.7", and depending upon how strict or lenient an airline is with their carry-on policies, you may have to check that bag in instead of being able to bring it on board as a carry-on. Personally, I would prefer to carry my thousands of dollars worth of camera gear in my carry-on than to have my photography gear be routed as check-in luggage. So that is something to consider with the Xcenior 41 bag, especially if you frequently fly on smaller commuter planes. If you have less photography gear that you need to carry around, the smaller Xcenior 30 bag may also suit you better since that smaller bag is also easier to carry on your shoulder for an extended period than this larger Xcenior 36.

This large shoulder bag is very stylish in its design and shape. Compared to other large professional or prosumer photography shoulder bags that are more boxy with straight lines and seams, all of the lines and seams on this bag are gracefully curved, giving it a very modern futuristic look. The construction and build quality are also impeccable and premium-grade like fine luggage, with very sturdy stitching and tough durable polyester on the exterior. While these Xcenior bags are not inexpensive, if you consider it to be like fine luggage that serves as a portable photography toolbox for professional-grade and prosumer-grade cameras, and that this bag is worthy of carrying and protecting photography gear costing more than $6000 or $8000, the price is very competitive with other quality camera bags of this size.

This shoulder bag is equipped with a heavy-duty 2.0"-wide shoulder strap that includes a very plush one-inch thick layer of padding along the anti-slip area that presses onto your shoulder for soft weight distribution on your shoulder. When I load up this bag with two Canon DSLR bodies, six Canon lenses, two flashes, a laptop, memory cards, card reader, and many other accessories, the total weight can exceed 30 pounds.

This bag includes seven adjustable removable internal dividers. The dividers have a great combination of being both reasonably stiff and thickly cushioned. Three of the dividers having big padded flaps on top that form a cushioned middle floor when storing two layers of equipment.

The well-padded laptop slot inside the main compartment can hold a laptop that is up to 14" wide and 10" deep. Vanguard advertises that this Xcenior 36 can hold a laptop up to "14 inches" in size. But this is a bit of a misnomer since laptop screen sizes are usually based on the diagonal measurement of the screen, and the diagonal measurement of a laptop's screen is longer than the actual width of the screen size. Since the Xcenior 36's laptop storage slot is 14" wide, this really means you can likely fit a laptop that has a screen size of 15" or 16" (measured diagonally across the screen), as long as the width of the laptop's body does not exceed 14". A laptop with a 17" screen will likely not fit inside this bag.

The rear side of the bag has a trolley pass-through sleeve for slipping this bag onto the pull-handle of another luggage. Both the top and bottom of this trolley sleeve can be zipped up to convert it into another spacious padded storage compartment. The addition of two zippers to the top and bottom of a trolley pass-through sleeve may not seem to be all that innovative, but I have other photography bags and laptop bags where their trolley pass-through sleeve always remains open at the top and bottom of the sleeve and thus cannot be converted for use as a roomy pocket when there is no need for a trolley sleeve. So when I saw this nifty feature that none of the trolley sleeves on my other photo and laptop bags had, I thought "Wow, how come my other bags' trolley sleeves cannot zip up?!?"

I do have three nitpicks that I wish was different with this bag. These are not really big deal-breakers, but more like nice-to-haves:

1) Although the well-padded shoulder strap is very comfortable for carrying this bag, I wished that the bag had two extra grab handles placed on both sides of the center handle. Adding two extra padded handles near both ends of the top of the bag would allow for easier lifting of the bag using both hands instead of just lifting the center handle with one hand. When lifting this bag fully loaded with gear, it may weigh over 35 pounds, and having two grab handles would provide better ergonomics when lifting the bag for the purpose of slipping its trolley sleeve onto the pull-handle of another luggage.

2) The detachable nylon rain cover is stored in a zippered pocket located on top of the bag. It can be removed from the zippered pocket to totally enclose the bag, keeping it safe from rain. However, by totally wrapping the outside of the bag, both the carrying handle and shoulder strap cannot be accessed, so I can only carry the rain-covered bag by cradling both hands around the bottom of the bag. When carrying this bag through the rain, one of my hands may already be carrying an umbrella. And even if I do carry the rain-covered bag with both hands, not being able to use the shoulder strap or grab onto a carrying handle makes it more difficult and slippery to carry this bag in the rain. Some larger photography bags include a rain cover that still allows me to continue carrying the bag using the shoulder strap.

3) The main lid on this bag is hinged on the front of the bag, the lid is closed by zipping up two zippers that run along both ends of the top of the bag, and the rear of the lid is attached to the top of the rear wall using a strip of Velcro. However, I wish that, instead of using the Velcro closure on the rear flap of the top lid, Vanguard should have designed the two side zippers to be locking zippers that continued around to the rear instead of using the Velcro flap at the rear. Using locking zippers for the main lid would add more security and prevent people from tampering with the bag's contents inside the main compartment or borrowing my equipment, which may consist of my $2200 Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 lens or a laptop stored inside the main compartment. Obviously, if the entire bag is actually stolen, then using locking zippers makes no difference in adding security. But there are various situations, both with studio photography and on-location shooting, where I trust that no one will steal my entire bag of equipment, but I also do not want someone borrowing or removing equipment from the bag. So I wish that this bag used two main lockable zippers that zipped around all three sides of the bag, instead of using Velcro to close one side, and then I could lock both zippers together using a luggage lock.

Overall, this is an excellent bag either for professional photographers or serious amateur photographers. During the past eight months, I have used this as my portable photo studio. I can carry two DSLR bodies, several lenses, my laptop, and there is still enough room to carry an external hard drive along with a slim external DVD/CD burner so I can even do on-location proofing and burn a photo CD for someone.

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