Domke bags question

kiwi2 · 21st September 2004

I'm thinking of switching to a Domke bag. Having used LowePro for so long, I was a bit surpised to see that the inside is simple -- 4 squares in the centre for the lenses and then just 2 spaces at the sides for the camera body or bodies. Does it mean there's no way I could store at least 1 body with lens fixed to it? I find it inconvenient to always mount/dismount lenses before and after using the camera!

Any good Domke model to recommend that can take 2 SLR bodies (with 1 lens fixed to body) + 3 lenses (including a 70-200mm f/4) ?

Thanks!!

uncle_catz · 22nd September 2004

I'm using Domke F2.

The most I could put is a body wiith a kit lens attached, on one end of the bag.

The other body sits on opposite end while the lenses into the pockets.
If the long lens is attached and when on the move, I'd slot it into the pocket with the body back facing up.

It may not be the best camera bag but it has served me well.

It is hardy, easy to clean and full of pockets

Cheers

tsjcsl · 22nd September 2004

I use the Domke F2 too. In a very similar way uncle_catz below.

I can carry the 80-200 f2.8 attached to my F90x by slipping the lens into the one of the pockets in the middle. camera back facing up. The soft cover of the F2 means that it can still close. An FM2 sits by itself on the sides. A short zoom and flash fits easily in too.

I have also carried a Bronica ETRSi with 50mm attached, together with my Nikon kit, though not with the 80-200. But its too heavy, and carrying two separate systems is ... well, another story.

It does not have the paddings that other bags have, which means that you need to be a little careful how you carry it. Try not to smash it into a wall

You can carry lots of stuff

dbcs · 22nd September 2004

Can also look at the J2 (padded side compartments, ballistic nylon - though F2-XB has b/nylon version). Can put your lenses in the 4-compartment, SLR w/ lens at the side of the main compartment. One SLR body in padded side-compartment (dpd on your SLR size). If you need everything in main compartment - can look for J1 or F1 but may be a little too big depending on your build.

kex · 22nd September 2004

i also using the F2,i usually adjust the pocket position according to my camera size,if i bringing a longer lens attached,i shift the pocket more to one side and bend it into a triangle shape(4 holes become 3 holes) the rest of the space will be meant for my flashes,spare body and lenses.the side pockets hold my films/card/batteries.the front pocket usually filters,cleaning kit cable release,name cards etc..
in short,a wonderful no nonsense bag which wrap around ur hip nicely.

21st September 2004	#1
kiwi2 Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 1,253	Domke bags question I'm thinking of switching to a Domke bag. Having used LowePro for so long, I was a bit surpised to see that the inside is simple -- 4 squares in the centre for the lenses and then just 2 spaces at the sides for the camera body or bodies. Does it mean there's no way I could store at least 1 body with lens fixed to it? I find it inconvenient to always mount/dismount lenses before and after using the camera! Any good Domke model to recommend that can take 2 SLR bodies (with 1 lens fixed to body) + 3 lenses (including a 70-200mm f/4) ? Thanks!!

22nd September 2004	#2
uncle_catz Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sedna.........the sun Posts: 225	I'm using Domke F2. The most I could put is a body wiith a kit lens attached, on one end of the bag. The other body sits on opposite end while the lenses into the pockets. If the long lens is attached and when on the move, I'd slot it into the pocket with the body back facing up. It may not be the best camera bag but it has served me well. It is hardy, easy to clean and full of pockets Cheers

22nd September 2004	#3
tsjcsl Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Simei Posts: 227	I use the Domke F2 too. In a very similar way uncle_catz below. I can carry the 80-200 f2.8 attached to my F90x by slipping the lens into the one of the pockets in the middle. camera back facing up. The soft cover of the F2 means that it can still close. An FM2 sits by itself on the sides. A short zoom and flash fits easily in too. I have also carried a Bronica ETRSi with 50mm attached, together with my Nikon kit, though not with the 80-200. But its too heavy, and carrying two separate systems is ... well, another story. It does not have the paddings that other bags have, which means that you need to be a little careful how you carry it. Try not to smash it into a wall You can carry lots of stuff

22nd September 2004	#4
dbcs Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: West Posts: 263	Can also look at the J2 (padded side compartments, ballistic nylon - though F2-XB has b/nylon version). Can put your lenses in the 4-compartment, SLR w/ lens at the side of the main compartment. One SLR body in padded side-compartment (dpd on your SLR size). If you need everything in main compartment - can look for J1 or F1 but may be a little too big depending on your build.

22nd September 2004	#5
kex Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: beebox Posts: 2,101	i also using the F2,i usually adjust the pocket position according to my camera size,if i bringing a longer lens attached,i shift the pocket more to one side and bend it into a triangle shape(4 holes become 3 holes) the rest of the space will be meant for my flashes,spare body and lenses.the side pockets hold my films/card/batteries.the front pocket usually filters,cleaning kit cable release,name cards etc.. in short,a wonderful no nonsense bag which wrap around ur hip nicely.