in need of an all-purpose carrier

J

jghenderson

Well-known member
Hey everyone. So I recently bought my first legit camera (t2i) and some audio equipment (Zoom H4N and an AT897) and quickly realized I have no good way to tote them around. I guess I could just go to my local camera store and buy a dslr case, but I really want something that can carry both my camera and mic.

I've looked around on here and sone some searching myself but haven't found anything that really stood out to me. Im hoping that someone here has a good hot tip for something like this.

So basically I am looking for a pack that can carry:

1 T2i
2-3 Lenses (I have 2 at the moment)
Zoom H4N
AT897 shotgun mic
Headphones
Shock mount (don't have one yet but will probably buy soon)
All the necessary cables
Spare batteries, SD cards, etc.
Maybe a place to keep a few small moleskin notebooks

Also, price is somewhat of an issue for me at the moment. I would say definitely nothing over $200, and obviously the cheaper the better except quality is important to me.

So...is there such a pack or am I just being naive?
 
You're probably looking at a Kata or Petrol backpack for all your gear. Good quality doesn't come cheap though... you're looking at anywhere from $150 - $300 for a good bag but at least you know your gear will be protected and the bag won't fall apart too.

I have a Petrol bag and the quality is top-notch. Same goes for Kata bags too. I'm sure there are other good quality bags out there as well.
 
jghenderson said:
Hey everyone. So I recently bought my first legit camera (t2i) and some audio equipment (Zoom H4N and an AT897) and quickly realized I have no good way to tote them around. I guess I could just go to my local camera store and buy a dslr case, but I really want something that can carry both my camera and mic.

I've looked around on here and sone some searching myself but haven't found anything that really stood out to me. Im hoping that someone here has a good hot tip for something like this.

So basically I am looking for a pack that can carry:

1 T2i
2-3 Lenses (I have 2 at the moment)
Zoom H4N
AT897 shotgun mic
Headphones
Shock mount (don't have one yet but will probably buy soon)
All the necessary cables
Spare batteries, SD cards, etc.
Maybe a place to keep a few small moleskin notebooks

Also, price is somewhat of an issue for me at the moment. I would say definitely nothing over $200, and obviously the cheaper the better except quality is important to me.

So...is there such a pack or am I just being naive?
Click to expand...
Take a look at the http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/228224-REG/Pelican_PCS155_Soft_Bag_for_Pro.html

Another link to the same bag: http://www.pelicanproducts.us/p.Pelican.SoftBag.PCS155.html

Lots of pockets. Protection to the outside is fair. Good on the inside. I believe that this will fit in the 1550 hard sided case for shipping and more protection: http://www.pelicanproducts.us/p.Pelican.Case.1550NF.html

Dan.
 
I just got the burton zoom 28 L for $40 shipped that the one guy posted the other day.

The bag is HUGE!

Holds my 7D, h4n, dead cats, 4 lenses, laptop, shoulder rig, cords, cards, batteries (both extas and AA's, AAA's, etc...), external hard drive, etc... etc... and has room to spare. (still have a ton of empty compartments)

its a little on the large side when full, but worth it.

226137001_1


jon!
 
Ogio Atiba mini. Great bag, smallish, but holds an amazing amount of photo grear. Great bag...$60 at some places, lifetime warranty. Can't say enough great things about it. I have one that I use for my GH1 and all gear, friend has one he uses for 5D and all gear, and the larger version for HVX and all gear....works great. You can throw a laptop in there too ;)
 
chicken-purse.jpg


Now I know what you're thinking: "Where will I ever find shoes to match?" Well, honey, you've got choices here: black, red, white, yellow, or beige.

But seriously, the Lowepro Slingshot 300AW may be good for what you describe. The 200 may even squeeze it all in. I highly advise taking your gear to a store and trying different bags.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top