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Debrus

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I have D5100 and am trying to find a better organizer in a camera bag. I need a place for at least four lenses and accessories and top opening bag. Does anyone have any suggestions? Not too heavy if possible either. Thanks.
 
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Krs_2007

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There a lot of options/brands/sizes/colors. You can go to LowePro's site and use their bag finder. This seems to be a very popular brand on here as well as ThinkTank. All just depends on how much money you want to spend. I wouldn't go cheap because your equipment isn't cheap.
 
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Debrus

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Thanks and I agree not too cheap I just need it to be more organized than one that came with camera. I don't have enough room for my lenses all in one place. Thanks for the info.
 
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Krs_2007

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Also, the styles come in to play. I have backpack, it fits everything but on a recent family picture outing I realized I need something a little easier to get into so I am looking at a messenger style. You will find that one bag want fit all. You might go to a camera store if you have one close by and take a look. This is what I did and will be ordering the Lowepro messenger 160 AW.
 
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Horoscope Fish

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Do you have any idea what *type* of bag you prefer? Backpack, Waist-pack, Sling-style, Traditional rectangular "box" (for lack of a better description), Holster-type, Messenger-bag...

There are just sooo many options.

Edit: Personally, I'm a two-bag sorta guy. I have a backpack that carries ALL my gear and then I have a smaller "grab and go" messenger bag that carries a body with a lens attached, a spare lens and few essentials (spare battery, memory cards, ND filter) and nothing more. I rarely need to have all my gear on my body for a shoot so I don't see the need to carry it with me everywhere I go.



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fotojack

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I, too, am of the multiple bag type. One just does not do it for me. I have a back pack type that carries ALL my equipment. Then there's the Messenger Pro 180 that carries most of what I need on a shoot. (I find this one indispensable). Then there's the grab and go of my Nova 4 "box type" bag for those spur of the moment trips out the door. I also have a waist pack type that fits my flash, batteries, filters, etc. Hopefully you find something that fits your needs. Let us know how you make out. :)
 
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Lakeside Annie

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piperbarb said:
Take a look at the Tamrac bags. They are well made, reasonably priced and have a good selection of models to choose from.
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Horoscope Fish said:
In that case check out a Crumpler 4 Million Dollar Home. Possibly the 5 Million...

I have a 4MDH, but I'm thinking I'd prefer a 5.

Link Goes to 5 Million Dollar Home,
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Mine, a Tamrac Velocity 7x looks similar in size to the Crumpler 4MDH. I like it for it's size, the across the body style (leaves my hands free and my shoulders comfortable) though I find that I want to wear a collared top as it tends to cut just a little into my delicate neck.

I have my kit lens, my 55-300mm and my 50mm. The bag fits all but I'll have to upgrade if I get any more lenses.

I find, though, that when I travel, I want to bring ALL my lenses to be ready for whatever shooting opportunities may arise. But, each day before I head out, I decide which one or two lenses I REALLY need and leave one back at the room. That way, my camera bag can double as my purse and I use one lens slot for my wallet, sunglass case and phone.

So, I think when I do get that additional lens, I will become one of those 2-baggers. LOL! I do NOT want to be toting all that weight around with me ALL DAY LONG as I'm sightseeing.
 
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Crispy

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Anyone that loves the Slingshot? I have a crappy Caselogix that I want to replace and I'm eyeing those. Too damn nice to swing them around and unload the camera. (usually working with 3 kids in tow)
 
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philiptcourt

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The wife and I are off on holiday in 4 weeks. And I am just taking my D5100 with no extra lenses. Seen this on the Crumpler Europe site. Looks prefect for just protecting from the heat, dust etc....
Banana Hammock (new colour) - M - Crumpler

Anybody got one? Used one?
And what about sizing. Its very ambiguous on the website. Small or medium if I have a D5100 with a 18-55 lens attached?

Thanks in advance
 
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Horoscope Fish

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philiptcourt said:
And what about sizing. Its very ambiguous on the website. Small or medium if I have a D5100 with a 18-55 lens attached?
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The dimensions are on the site: 17cm x 20cm x 13cm for the medium. That being said, I've never really worried about my camera being subject to heat and dust, really, and I'm a desert rat. If it's *that* hot and/or dusty, it's doubtful I'm wanting to be taking photos to begin with. And personally, my thinking is that "hammock" really isn't going to provide you with much protection. That soft neoprene looks nice but it's not much of a shock absorber. My D5100 took a LOT of bumping and knocking about and shed it all like water off a ducks back; it's part of what you're paying for when you pony up for the Nikon brand: a certain ruggedness of build, so don't feel like you need to treat your 5100 like a piece of Ming porcelain. Big drops are another matter but I don't see that thin skin of neoprene doing much about that, either...

In looking at the overall build of the thing I'm thinking it just wouldn't work for me; it would be to slow on the draw for one thing, and that's a big consideration; I hate missing shots because I had to fumble around to "get ready". I want BE ready. To that end have you considered a simple sling strap, like a Black Rapid or a BosStrap? Either of these put the strap across your body (and off your neck!) while keeping your camera secure from snatching. They leave your hands free for when you need them AND give you instantaneous access to your camera. Might be something to think about. I actually have both a Black Rapid and Bos and I use them both. Sling straps are one of the greatest things to come along for photographers EVER methinks.




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jdeg

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I'd highly recommend the Lowepro 250. It's a side load (so you can get your camera with the bag still on your shoulder), with a place in the top for accessories or other things. And there's plenty of room for a d5100 and lenses / flashes

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Outstanding for travel! I used it on my last trip:

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