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Photo Backpack Recommendation? Hello. I am looking into buying a new photo backpack to replace my current Tamrac Adventure 8 backpack. I carry a Digital Rebel with 4 lenses, 2 of which are a 100mm macro and 28-135mm which are fairly large. Also with these 2 lenses, I like to carry them with lens hoods attached. Current backpack is getting snug. Would like more room but not too much more. Would also like a pack that makes it easy to attach a tripod. Thanks in advance. Nevia
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| Michael H. Cothran |
There are more kinds and shapes of backpacks made, that it would be impossible for anyone to choose for you. Why not just go to a large camera store, or google online? Tamrac is a superb line, and should have anything you desires. Domke also has quite a selection, but there are literally gazillions available. Don't buy something that I think you need. Define and determine you own personal needs, and then find the pack that fits. Michael H. Cothran www.mhcphoto.net
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Mark Feldstein
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Try this site: http://www.kinesisgear.com Great packs and bags and accessory packs. They're extremely well made, durable, flexible and excellent protection for your equipment.
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Bob Cammarata
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Instead of a "photo" back-pack, you might to consider a standard back-pack..(the kind the hikers use), to carry your gear. I recently bought a pack at Sunny's Surplus which accommodates all of my photo gear,...including a compact tripod, for about a third of what a photo-pack with far less storage would have cost. There is also the issue of security. A generic back-pack will attract less attention than something with a brand name on it which indicates that it contains something of value.
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Nevia Cashwell Contact Nevia Nevia's Gallery |
thanks guys for all of the advice. Bob ... I had thought myself about going the regular backpack route. Do you remember what model you purchased? I don't have an outdoor store or a camera store convenient to me so I may have to purchase online via trial and error. thanks Nevia
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Bob Cammarata
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The model I ended up getting was the Kelty Redwing 3100. It doesn't have the handy compartments for lenses and other gear but it carries my full "arsenal"...(around 45 lbs.)...really well. I will attempt to upload a recent self portrait in which I'm wearing the pack. ...(I hope it works).
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| Jo Barker |
There are some good deals to be had on e-bay. I have seen many camera bags on there. Jo
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Karma Wilson
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So bob, out of curiosity what is your method for protecting your lenses and keeping everything tidy in your pack? I'm interested in getting a pack for my gear but would want my lenses well protected. Karma
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Bob Cammarata
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Karma, I recently submitted this info to the "Tips" section at BP, and I copied and pasted it here to hopefully answer your question: 17. Inexpensive Protection Those handy felt bags that come with Crown Royal Whiskey ..(the 1.75 L size), make great soft cases for lenses, flash units, camera bodies, and other stuff. They can usually be found on places like E-bay pretty cheap or if you know someone who owns a bar or restaurant, you can ask them to collect them for you. member since: 7/17/2003 I've been using these as lens protection for years,...working in and around water most of the time.
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Randy Totten
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I own a Kata camera backpack and it is great. It is well made and recently while 4wheeler riding I had a little accident and went for a swim with it on my back. I got out and to dry land as fast as I could. My camera (canon 20D), 2 lens, flash, battery grip, and misc small stuff was all dry. The packs foam had absorbed the water that had managed to get in and everything was fine. I hope this helps.
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