that looks pretty good, could you let me know the exact model number of that one so I can check up on the dimensions?
desperately need a bigger over the shoulder lens bag - suggestions?
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morgan_moore
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While I still think Tamrac tip over- I would agree the quality is awesome - the one I use I bought in 1990 - its still in use
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i managed to get a good used price on a Lowepro Stealth Reporter 550 so will take a look at this when it arrives, if it's not right Im confident I can sell it for what I paid for it.
Did want more of a messenger style bag, but can't find any able to accomodate 2 lenses deep (as obviously would then stick out too much for a messenger bag)
Did want more of a messenger style bag, but can't find any able to accomodate 2 lenses deep (as obviously would then stick out too much for a messenger bag)
henryqiu
Well-known member
I think a Lowepro Stealth Reporter D300 (or one size up) would be perfect for your needs. D550 or D650 is way too big, unless you decide to carry a laptop computer over your shoulder all the time during your shooting.
I bought my D300 in 2008 and I have been using it virtually every day everywhere for all sorts of purposes (including carrying heavy weights and even diapers;-). It used to carry a body with 24-105 lens attached, plus 70-200/f2.8L IS with hood revered, plus 1 580EX flash gun, plus a 3rd lens (or 2nd 580EX), plus all the accessories (cards, batteries, etc.) that may be needed anytime. If used just for lenses, it should have no problem taking all these lense: 16-35/f2.8, 50/f1.2, 70-200/f2.8 IS, 100/f2.8 macro. As far as I know, 1 or 2 years ago the Stealth Reporter models were replaced with some messenger bag series. Their prices were raised by 30%+ in 2008, but now dropped quite low.
Althernatively, you may be able to find a Think Tank bag similar to D300. Think Tank bags are designed for "getting the job done" without unnecessary features such as extra padding. They are lightweight and pretty good. For carrying just lenses, they may be much more comfortable to carry a full day than most Lowepro counterparts.
I bought my D300 in 2008 and I have been using it virtually every day everywhere for all sorts of purposes (including carrying heavy weights and even diapers;-). It used to carry a body with 24-105 lens attached, plus 70-200/f2.8L IS with hood revered, plus 1 580EX flash gun, plus a 3rd lens (or 2nd 580EX), plus all the accessories (cards, batteries, etc.) that may be needed anytime. If used just for lenses, it should have no problem taking all these lense: 16-35/f2.8, 50/f1.2, 70-200/f2.8 IS, 100/f2.8 macro. As far as I know, 1 or 2 years ago the Stealth Reporter models were replaced with some messenger bag series. Their prices were raised by 30%+ in 2008, but now dropped quite low.
Althernatively, you may be able to find a Think Tank bag similar to D300. Think Tank bags are designed for "getting the job done" without unnecessary features such as extra padding. They are lightweight and pretty good. For carrying just lenses, they may be much more comfortable to carry a full day than most Lowepro counterparts.
thanks very much for that, I'll take a look at think tank bags and hope that the d550 i ordered isn't too big. I'll be carrying a bit more than you list (albeit not a laptop, I wish that pouch wasn't there but it only adds a couple of cm to the depth).
In case anyone reads this in future, I will be most likely carrying:
Canon 70-200 2.8
Canon 24-70
Canon 50mm 1.4
Canon 100mm 2.0
Canon 24mm 1.4
Sigma 12-24
GH1 body only with eos adapter on (spare body - forgot about this when mentioning my original needs)
I think you'll agree that the 550d won't be too big (hopefully won't be too small..)
will update when I receive.
In case anyone reads this in future, I will be most likely carrying:
Canon 70-200 2.8
Canon 24-70
Canon 50mm 1.4
Canon 100mm 2.0
Canon 24mm 1.4
Sigma 12-24
GH1 body only with eos adapter on (spare body - forgot about this when mentioning my original needs)
I think you'll agree that the 550d won't be too big (hopefully won't be too small..)
will update when I receive.
Samuel H
Major Contributor
if you one one that is big, but not SO big, check this one, it seems able to carry a lot of gear and what-not:
http://twitter.com/#!/Hutson/status/163300538245582848/photo/1
http://twitter.com/#!/Hutson/status/163300538245582848/photo/1
My Tamrac Evolution 6 converts form backpack to shoulder bag and does great with one body, up to five lenses(or items), a large flash and batteries, and other small accessories. It even has a clasp to hold a small tripod or monopod on the exterior.
http://www.tamrac.com/frame_exp.htm
http://www.tamrac.com/frame_exp.htm
henryqiu
Well-known member
If you haul all these lenses over your shoulder while walking around and taking shots with a camera.... Let me just say: it's "amazing" and you must be a very strong person 300+ pounds maybe..;-) BTW, D550/650 is not just bigger (should be big enough for all those 6 lenses + a small body), but also much heavier than its little brothers (the added weight is equivalent to carrying 1-2+ extra L lenses).
If you don't haul all the lenses on your shoulder, a duffel bag (which weighs nothing like a padded camera bag - just use lense pouches to separate & protect individual lenses) or a lightweight medium-sized backpack will serve the storage/carrying purpose much, much better. BTW, I actually used a sports duffel bag to haul several of my lenses + 2 external hard drives + microphones + plus all my "can't live without" stuff on to an air plane, as my carry-on bag. Heavy indeed, but I only needed to put on my shoulder for minutes, not hours.
Good luck to you!
haha.. i'll remember that if i need to carry an assistant!
