What camera bag do you have and/or recommend?

[ddt0725]

BTW, I have the Flipside 400 and love it for its capacity, ergonomicsandcomfortableness. The 300 is also fine, but itwill betighter if you are planning on taking lens hoodswith you, itswaist belt is not as comfy, its tripod holding system not as strong andthereis noall weater cover.

Right now, the 400 AW is at the top of my list. I was thinking of the 300 for awhile but I'm glad you pointed out the main differences!

Denise

[ddt0725]

Here is my bag:


On the left you'll see

Sorry, I can't see anything []. I wish I could see it fully loaded to compare to John's because the mini-trekker AWand the 400 AW are the two I've narrowed it down to. Of course, they weren't even on my original list! Both sound really nice and they are about the same price. Thanks for the info, I hadn't even looked at that bag until you posted. I wish I had a store nearby to actually try both out!

Denise

[neuroanatomist]

Hi Denise,


If you scroll down to the red bag in this linked review, you'll see a loaded Flipside 300. I was lucky enough to be able to try both on at a brick & mortar store - the hip belt is a big difference, much more substantial on the 400AW version.

[Brendan7]

Denise, just as a general piece of advice, don't sweat your gear purchases too much [:P]


I'm sure which ever of the bags you pick you'll be satisfied with, and remember gear is only 1/3rd of the picture (pun intended.


brendan

[ddt0725]

Denise, just as a general piece of advice, don't sweat your gear purchases too much

I wouldn't really say I'm sweatin' it, Brendan. I just trust the advice I get from others here and since I don't have a store nearby that sells any (Bestbuy has one), I figure who better to ask than people who actually own and have used them awhile. Also, most that have replied also own the same gear packed inside.

Never hurts to post and ask.


Denise

[ddt0725]

Hi Denise,


If you scroll down to the red bag in [url="http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=445678]this linked review[/url], you'll see a loaded Flipside 300. I was lucky enough to be able to try both on at a brick & mortar store - the hip belt is a big difference, much more substantial on the 400AW version.
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Everything looks much more "snug" in the 300 than in yours. I think I'm going to get either the 400 AW or the mini-trekker. Haven't decided which yet.

Thank you for all your help! []

Denise

[Brendan7]

Denise, just as a general piece of advice, don't sweat your gear purchases too much

I wouldn't really say I'm sweatin' it, Brendan. I just trust the advice I get from others here and since I don't have a store nearby that sells any (Bestbuy has one), I figure who better to ask than people who actually own and have used them awhile. Also, most that have replied also own the same gear packed inside.

Never hurts to post and ask.


Denise

True. I don't have a camera store near me either....

[ddt0725]

Well, I've got it narrowed down to the Lowepro Mini-trekker AW and the 400 AW.
I found someone who posted photos on flickr comparing the two with front, side and open view completed loaded.

Here's the link in case anyone else is looking for a new bag ...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/kentkc/3742411878/in/photostream/

Hmmm ...looks like it will be the 400AW for me!

Thanks everyone for the help!

Denise

[edfrometown]

Hi Denise,


Unfortunately the Kata doesn't have a full tripod on the outside. It has a little mesh pocket that is meant for a 500 mL water bottle (and it works). I've used it along with one of the front straps to hold a tripod, but it's not ideal and does flop around when you walk.


The Slingshot is great for the ability to slide it in front of yourself to access your gear. I find it slightly uncomfortable over a long day and I find that I end up switching it from one shoulder to the other every hour or so. But, I find most backpacks dig into my shoulders to some extent, so don't le t my discomfort sway you from trying out the Slingshots. The new series (102, 202, 303) look really great, especially with the built in tripod carrier, which I really wish the original one had.


Good luck with your shopping.


Ed

[piiooo]

Hmmm ...looks like it will be the 400AW for me!

I cannot speak for the Mini, but you will not be disappointed with the 400. Good luck.