HVX200 Cases and bags

I'm running a Pelican 1560 and I'm in love. Tough as nails and with wheels to boot, it's a pleasure to travel with. Fits my HVX, XM1, extra lens, batteries, chargers, tapes, cards the lot. Only bugger is it isn't carry on size for air travel.
 
For those of you who use backpacks, do you put the camera in the bag with the lens pointing up or down?

The Ty Evans backpack looks nice, but I remember reading a thread recently about a backpack user that had some problems (red and green channels switched, or something like that, from storing with the lens facing down). Have you had any similar experiences?
 
I have the bag and I haven't had any problems it being pointed down, but I store it in the bag with it being in normal position.
 
PortaBrace DV3... I strayed from the classic blue and went with the red/black model because it's my team's colors (I work for the ATL Falcons).
 
kata

kata

valladao65 said:
I followed another thread in here about just this subject and ended up ordering a Kata MC-61 (which comes with a free dolly for the bag) from B&H.
The bag's in the mail, I'll comment more when I actually get my hands on it.
My dealer told me the 16x9 small bag is one of the best, but he couldnt get one for at least a week or two.
I have a HVX200/mattebox plus accessories.
Good Luck!
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I own this bag... very strong, well designed, although I wish the bottom pocket lead to a different compartment other than the inside of the bag. I used it to do a wedding (flight from NY to MI) and it handled itself well. The bag actually creates a shell around your equipment because the top is arched and padded and the bottom is equally padded if not better. I'd recommend this bag for major events (concerts, plays, days of shooting). vs. just going to do a 3hour event in a park or some place informal, for me a back pack like those from kata (Rugsack 103) http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/368038-REG/Kata_KTR103_R_103_GDC_Rucksack.htmlor a (Hiker backpack 205) http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/422742-REG/Kata_KT_HB_205_HB_205_GDC_Hiker_Backpack.html would be perfect (you can check their website to see which cameras fit in these bags). The 205 is a little big but it's still worth it.
 
Just stay away from the Kata bag from the P2 promo, top heavy, kindergarden piece of shi-at...
Yes, it was free and I shouldn´t complain...
 
The afore-mentioned Kata MC-61 bag arrived today. I have to say that I'm pretty disappointed. In the other thread I had been following, the guy said he was able to get his HVX200 in with the mattebox attached, where as I guess this is technically true...it takes some serious effort to make it happen. When it finally does get in, the fit is so tight that I'd be worrying about it constantly. The top of the case has a hard, plastic cover - which gives it extra strength...it's just not big enough to comfortably use it with the mattebox attached.
That being said, the case is extremely well constructed, very clean and well padded with plenty of compartments to store stuff.
I guess I'll get used to taking the mattebox on and off for each location.
ohh..and Im going to buy a backpack for quicker run-n-gun shoots.
 
I ended up getting the Petrol PCPR-1 and it seems to hold all my accesories and gear really well. It is exactly the same as the 16X9 version and 30 dollars cheaper at BH. So far so good. Thanks
 
I have a Pelican 1650 (Molded interior for HVX200 and wheels). Its very heavy but holds a lot. Also, a Kata for run and gun, it can hold the HVX with a 35mm adapter and a PL lens attached, but the mattebox must come off. It will still fit inside... just off to the side.
 
I just got the Dakine Reload in the mail today. The bag seems to be perfect for "run and gun" shoots. I needed something more portable that would fit in an overhead. Plenty of pockets for extra storage. I'm able to fit the hvx200, light, battery back for light, 3 camera batteries, seinnheiser wireless mic kit, shotgun mic, handheld mic, mic cables and tripod strapped to outside. It pretty much holds everything you need for a day shoot. Well made with good supportive straps. It's nice and stealth looking so you wouldn't tell it's a camera bag. I picked one up online for only $109.
 
We use a Pelican 1510 for our first HVX 200 and we just got the Thermodine for our second HVX.
The 1510 is great for travel as you can take it carry on. But you can only get 3 batteries, (including the one on camera), a couple extra P2 cards, an emergency DV tape or two, basic cables and Barry's book of course.

The Thermodine has considerably more room, also has wheels and is about 3/4 as tough as the Pelican. It's also about twice the price.

There are so many options. But most any options with a lot of storage won't fit carry on.
Life is full of tradeoffs. Good luck.
 
I use the Pelican 1550. It goes with me on the plane. Does anyone know what is the largest size Pelican that you can carry on the plane (I'm not talking about the bird) :-)
 
Different airlines have slightly different requirements.
I could be wrong, but I thought the Pelican 1510 was the largest that could meet all flight requirements local and international.
Don't forget to get the TSA locks as well.
 
Pelican 1610

Pelican 1610

THIS DEF. ISN"T A CARRY ON CASE

I have the pelican 1610 case. I got it at B & H for only a couple hundred dollars.
I have some pros and cons about this case. The cons are simply my usage needs. The case is amazing and I am not worried about my camera at all.

PROS

-Very strong, sturdy casing.
-Foam is nice and solid yet "squishy" enough to absorb shocks
-Lots of room while still being able to carry it with you on short hikes to a location.
-Has a pull out handle and wheels for easier mobility

CONS

-Very Heavy, about 20lbs. itself so it gets very tiring carrying it very quickly.
- IT is very bulky. Sometimes I wish I had something just big enough for my camera and then another for my other stuff. That way if I only need my camera I don't have to carry around all of the other equipment.
-The wheels seem kind of "plasticy" and I am worried that after a lot of rough use they might break.
-The latches seem extremely hard to close. They are easier to open, which is when you would want them to be harder to unlatch.

All in all this is a wonderful case. I would by one again and I would suggest this to anyone that doesn't "live up stairs". As far as quality goes you def. get a lot of bang for your buck.



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