theraptor56
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I've got the Think Tank Video 18 roller in my B&H wish list right now. Which roller are you using and what kind of tear-down on the FS7 is necessary?
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FS7: Back Pack For FS7
- Thread starter karma17
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I've got the Think Tank Video 18 roller in my B&H wish list right now. Which roller are you using and what kind of tear-down on the FS7 is necessary?
Which f-stop bag do you use with your FS7? Or I guess just as importantly which ICU?
I have the Loka UL (not for FS7), the Satori XP (60litre with large ICU), and the Shinn (80 litre with Cine-ICU). The Cine-ICU is way too large, but not big enough to pack an FS7 standing upright inside. So the large ICU is sufficient for packing an FS7 standing up sideways inside with lenses attached. You can fit the FS7 with zoom lens on inside. Less hassle and safer during anything but sunny weather.
There are also ICU`s wich are shallower. These are sufficient for packing A7s II with all my canon lenses. But does not fit the FS7.
The Satori is my camera backpack. While i use the Shinn if i have overnight tenting or a big haul to carry.
If you're serious about the rugged trail, your bag needs to secure a large camera and give quick access. This is in addition to the usual features like a rain fly.
The bag includes a velcro'd foam divider that can be used as a bridge or as a cradle. As a bridge, it holds the camera and lens down; pins it tight to the padding that is in contact with your back. As a cradle, you give up some of the secure hold but gain quick access since camera just lifts out from behind the zipper. This duality is essential for me because of the security of not moving around when I'm bouncing over rocks, roots and mud on my motorcycle. The camera doesn't move around and you can feel it next to your back which is reassuring. On a dirt bike, the last thing you want is to open up the bag and everything is a jumbled mess of parts.
The bag has a removable hip belt with M.O.L.L.E. attachment points. As well as the usual belt tightening adjustment straps, there are two smaller straps for the fit around your hips. Same for the shoulder straps, the usual tightening straps but also two smaller straps for tuning the fit of the bag around the shoulders. These insure the fit of the bag ergonomically conforms and doesn't change as things loosen. Finally, a sternum strap. You can jostle over rough terrain without having to constantly lift a sagging bag, nor is it pinching around the shoulders.
Finally, you can attach a serious enough tripod. The feet go into their own pocket. If not for that, the legs could have a tendency to extend on their own, not good if you are motorcycling.
This is not the right bag for carrying a DSLR and a bunch of lenses. It is however the right bag for a large camera and mounted lens, DSLR and 500mm, FS7, even my F55 with PL lens and V-Lock battery. That would be a heavier load than I would want but it can do it. The question is can you do it? For how long, how far? I did 140 miles yesterday of on-road/off-road followed by a foot hike on steep, rocky trails above 10,000 ft elevation. I'm physically spent, in recuperation mode but I got the quality shots that come from pro level equipment deep into the backcountry.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod..._t0280_1919_professional_series_anvil_25.html
The bag includes a velcro'd foam divider that can be used as a bridge or as a cradle. As a bridge, it holds the camera and lens down; pins it tight to the padding that is in contact with your back. As a cradle, you give up some of the secure hold but gain quick access since camera just lifts out from behind the zipper. This duality is essential for me because of the security of not moving around when I'm bouncing over rocks, roots and mud on my motorcycle. The camera doesn't move around and you can feel it next to your back which is reassuring. On a dirt bike, the last thing you want is to open up the bag and everything is a jumbled mess of parts.
The bag has a removable hip belt with M.O.L.L.E. attachment points. As well as the usual belt tightening adjustment straps, there are two smaller straps for the fit around your hips. Same for the shoulder straps, the usual tightening straps but also two smaller straps for tuning the fit of the bag around the shoulders. These insure the fit of the bag ergonomically conforms and doesn't change as things loosen. Finally, a sternum strap. You can jostle over rough terrain without having to constantly lift a sagging bag, nor is it pinching around the shoulders.
Finally, you can attach a serious enough tripod. The feet go into their own pocket. If not for that, the legs could have a tendency to extend on their own, not good if you are motorcycling.
This is not the right bag for carrying a DSLR and a bunch of lenses. It is however the right bag for a large camera and mounted lens, DSLR and 500mm, FS7, even my F55 with PL lens and V-Lock battery. That would be a heavier load than I would want but it can do it. The question is can you do it? For how long, how far? I did 140 miles yesterday of on-road/off-road followed by a foot hike on steep, rocky trails above 10,000 ft elevation. I'm physically spent, in recuperation mode but I got the quality shots that come from pro level equipment deep into the backcountry.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod..._t0280_1919_professional_series_anvil_25.html
theraptor56
Active member
I have the Loka UL (not for FS7), the Satori XP (60litre with large ICU), and the Shinn (80 litre with Cine-ICU). The Cine-ICU is way too large, but not big enough to pack an FS7 standing upright inside. So the large ICU is sufficient for packing an FS7 standing up sideways inside with lenses attached. You can fit the FS7 with zoom lens on inside. Less hassle and safer during anything but sunny weather.
There are also ICU`s wich are shallower. These are sufficient for packing A7s II with all my canon lenses. But does not fit the FS7.
The Satori is my camera backpack. While i use the Shinn if i have overnight tenting or a big haul to carry.
I was noticing the ICUs are ~6.5 inches high across the range. So keeping it fully assembled would be a stretch regardless. My 150-600 attached to my A7iii is ~17+ inches so I'm looking at the Pro X-Large ICU. I suppose the extra room couldn't hurt with the FX9. The Satori was discontinued, but it appears the Tilopa will fit the Pro X-L ICU and could possibly pass as a carry on bag, too. That may be my ticket if I go f-stop.
theraptor56
Active member
@Tom Roper - I added that bag to my B&H wish list. It does look perfect for keeping it mostly if not fully rigged.
theraptor56
Active member
I use the 20 and I have my fS7 without lens, hand grip and loupe attached. Usually I don’t use these anyway so it’s just a matter of putting a lens and battery and I’m ready to go.
I was bummed to see they've discontinued the Transport 20 roller bag. Or at least it's discontinued on B&H and the Think Tank website shows it's backordered indefinitely. haha
That does look like a sweet setup for getting the FX9 through an airport with ease.