Bags, bags, bags...

asterixsg · 6th May 2007

When I bought my first DSLR, I had laughed when I was told that I would buy at least 4 camera bags.

The prediction is almost coming true.
I have 2 backpacks, a shoulder bag and I am looking for one more now.

I have yet another bag related query.

I want to carry two DSLRs, and three lenses (canon 70-200mm, 24-105mm, 10-22mm) + other accessories (battery charger, spare batteries, portable harddisk etc.) + 14 inch laptop. This will be what I need to carry as cabin baggage in a plane. Once I reach my destination, I will leave the laptop in the hotel.

I am hoping for recommendations and practical advice in handling this setup.
1. Should I get a backpack with rollers (aka Lowepro Rolling Computrekker Plus) ? The drawback is that once I reach my destination, I feel its too bulky to just carry two cameras and the lenses. I kinda liked the Road Runner mini AW (it seems to have a strap on bag that can be detached for day use) but don't think it has a laptop compartment.
2. Does anyone have a Tamrac or Kata or ThinkTank bags that fulfil this requirement ?
3. Is there any shop other than CP (as it tends to carry mostly Lowepro), where I can check other brands/designs ?

Many thanks.

FilterFunk · 6th May 2007

Lowepro CompuTrekker AW or Crumpler Whiskey and Cox..
the crumpler has a removable laptop compartment

the only concern is the lens.. is the 70-200 the F4 or 2.8? and do you intend to bring a flash ?

asterixsg · 6th May 2007

Originally Posted by FilterFunk

Lowepro CompuTrekker AW or Crumpler Whiskey and Cox..
the crumpler has a removable laptop compartment

the only concern is the lens.. is the 70-200 the F4 or 2.8? and do you intend to bring a flash ?

Thanks.
The Crumpler Whickey and Cox sure looks good.
I browsed through other posts and found that TKPhoto sells the Crumpler bags. Will go check it out sometime this week.

Ooops, came back to edit...
I am using a 70-200 f/4 IS lens, not the f/2.8 one. And no flash. But from the look of it, the Crumpler can take that and more

calebk · 7th May 2007

Originally Posted by asterixsg

Thanks.
The Crumpler Whickey and Cox sure looks good.
I browsed through other posts and found that TKPhoto sells the Crumpler bags. Will go check it out sometime this week.

Ooops, came back to edit...
I am using a 70-200 f/4 IS lens, not the f/2.8 one. And no flash. But from the look of it, the Crumpler can take that and more

Bro. I think the Crumpler Whickey & Cox will do the job fine for you (plus it looks great, unlike most Lowepros. Heh.)

miniUltraman · 8th May 2007

Whickey & Cox is very cool and well padded... but it is huge.. without gear inside.. I already can feel the weight

codling · 8th May 2007

how about just a stealth reporter 550 or 650?
i have a 500 which i partitioned for a 14" thinkpad and 3 lenses (50, 35-105, 70-210f4, 17-40) flash and misc items.
heavy as hell but once you leave your laptop at the room, should be ok.

6th May 2007	#1
asterixsg Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 1,349	Bags, bags, bags... When I bought my first DSLR, I had laughed when I was told that I would buy at least 4 camera bags. The prediction is almost coming true. I have 2 backpacks, a shoulder bag and I am looking for one more now. I have yet another bag related query. I want to carry two DSLRs, and three lenses (canon 70-200mm, 24-105mm, 10-22mm) + other accessories (battery charger, spare batteries, portable harddisk etc.) + 14 inch laptop. This will be what I need to carry as cabin baggage in a plane. Once I reach my destination, I will leave the laptop in the hotel. I am hoping for recommendations and practical advice in handling this setup. 1. Should I get a backpack with rollers (aka Lowepro Rolling Computrekker Plus) ? The drawback is that once I reach my destination, I feel its too bulky to just carry two cameras and the lenses. I kinda liked the Road Runner mini AW (it seems to have a strap on bag that can be detached for day use) but don't think it has a laptop compartment. 2. Does anyone have a Tamrac or Kata or ThinkTank bags that fulfil this requirement ? 3. Is there any shop other than CP (as it tends to carry mostly Lowepro), where I can check other brands/designs ? Many thanks. __________________ Every man dies, but not every man really lives.

6th May 2007	#2
FilterFunk Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 卧龙岗 Posts: 2,658	Re: Bags, bags, bags... Lowepro CompuTrekker AW or Crumpler Whiskey and Cox.. the crumpler has a removable laptop compartment the only concern is the lens.. is the 70-200 the F4 or 2.8? and do you intend to bring a flash ?

8th May 2007	#5
miniUltraman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 2,688	Re: Bags, bags, bags... Whickey & Cox is very cool and well padded... but it is huge.. without gear inside.. I already can feel the weight

8th May 2007	#6
codling Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: eastside... Posts: 654	Re: Bags, bags, bags... how about just a stealth reporter 550 or 650? i have a 500 which i partitioned for a 14" thinkpad and 3 lenses (50, 35-105, 70-210f4, 17-40) flash and misc items. heavy as hell but once you leave your laptop at the room, should be ok. __________________ triggerhappy exposures sony A700 + konica minolta dynax 5D Last edited by codling; 8th May 2007 at 08:52 PM.