GH2 and SLR backpack compatibility

[GHKAM]

I needed something to carry my GH2 and accessories and saw this Case Logic SLRC-206 Camera Backpack got good reviews on several sites.

Amazon, for one:
http://www.amazon.com/Case-Logic-SLRC-206-15-4-Inch-Backpack/dp/B002DW99H8

On the top of the case, it has a "hammock", you can see in the pictures at Amazon, the lens gets fitted in a hole and the back of the camera gets secured by a cushion that zips up while touching the back of the camera/LCD area.

After I ordered it I saw on the Case Logic site a little link on the side that asks if "your device" is compatible with the bag.
When I put in the GH2, I got:



"Your Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 DOES NOT fit this case"

On all of the sites I read on this bag, and even from the site I ordered it from, I didn't see any mention of compatibility. The Amazon description says "Holds most SLR camera bodies up to 10.4" x 4.7" x 5.6" with attached lens up to 9.8" in length." CNET lists the GH2 body specs as "4.9x3.5x3.0". Perhaps it's incompatible because it's too small.

Ideally, I want to avoid returning it.
I will definitely try it when it gets delivered. It might work, anyway.
In the meantime, does anyone have their ideas on why this may not work?

 

[GHKAM]

I canceled the delivery on this. I figured it wasn't worth it.
I'm thinking this compatibility issue is with this Case Logic brand and their unique "hammock". The pictures of other brand bags have the camera sitting in there with a velcro wall up against it, doesn't look brand or size-specific.

Can anyone recommend an SLR backpack for the GH2?
I've been keeping the 20mm/1.7 pancake lens on, if this matters as to which bag.

 

[aljudy]

I have a Slingshot 102W from lowepro and it is terrific for me. Here is the link:
http://products.lowepro.com/product/SlingShot-102-AW,2191,4.htm
I carry: GH2 with any of my lenses (anyone mounted is fine): 20mm, 14-45, 45-200, Minolta 50/f1.4 with adapter, c-mount 25/f1.4, and a Nissin flash unit. In addition in the pockets: extra two batteries, remote wireless shutter, wired intervalometer, and a filter collection including Variable ND, and polarizer. That's a lot of stuff in a very small sling backpack. It is awesome.
When I want to take a laptop, I use a much bigger Kata 31N-11. Here's the link:
http://www.kata-bags.com/productFRM2HS.asp?p_Id=19771&Version=Photo
Al

 

[GHKAM]

Thanks for all that info.
I like how they have the Kata bag set up with the zip-up cushions on the sides to protect the camera. The yellow interior would seem helpful when trying to locate items inside.

How is it wearing the backpack with a criss-cross like that?
I'm wondering, in the winter if that would be uncomfortable wearing on top of a heavy jacket.

 

[aljudy]

I recently traveled to NY from CA with the Kata bag as a backpack, not criss-crossed (Note that the Kata can be a sling, regular backpack, or criss--crossed). It fits under the seat in front and was heavy but not uncomfortable. I would not want to hike with it. I would not hesitate to hike with the lowepro slingshot... Al