Budget of S$200 for a camera bag

[MarkTan89]

I'm currently looking to get myself a bigger camera bag as my current Fastpack 200 is becoming insufficient as my lens and accessories get more. I would prefer a sling-style type of bag. I saw one ThinkTank sling at John recently, going for S$179, not sure of the exact model though. Looked good, anymore recommendations ?

Thanks guys

 

[night86mare]

how much bigger?

what equipment do you have?

note that carrying too much equipment around will also pwn your ability to shoot. there is no point lugging 5 or 6 lenses around and ending up too tired to focus properly on your shot proper.

 

[MarkTan89]

how much bigger?

what equipment do you have?

note that carrying too much equipment around will also pwn your ability to shoot. there is no point lugging 5 or 6 lenses around and ending up too tired to focus properly on your shot proper.

Cause now when I squeeze in my 40D with grip, it's already stretching the seams so I want something which is easier to close. and has faster access to the camera.

 

[kietgnoel]

Suggest you go down to Cathay Photo to take a look. They have quite a number of bags.

One of the brands that they carry is Lowepro : http://www.lowepro.com/

Do note that the price tags on the bags are before discount. "Rule of thumb" is you can get them for about half the price on the tags.

 

[adamadam]

I'm currently looking to get myself a bigger camera bag as my current Fastpack 200 is becoming insufficient as my lens and accessories get more. I would prefer a sling-style type of bag. I saw one ThinkTank sling at John recently, going for S$179, not sure of the exact model though. Looked good, anymore recommendations ?

Thanks guys

List your gears here so we can know what you want to put in.
Also check out http://www.cambags.com/

Bring all your gear to the shop and see if it fits in

 

[Headshotzx]

"Bring all your gear to the shop"

Hmm, anyone notice that TS has a problem bringing everything he has in the bag he owns? Haha!

Slingstyled bag.. Crumpler 7mdh? Lowepro Stealth Reporter 650AW?

 

[MarkTan89]

I was thinking of trying not so mainstream brands like ThinkTank, Domke, KATA and Tamrac. I have a gripped 40D, Sigma 24-70 (huge lens - requires 82mm filters), EF 100/2.8 Macro, 50/1.8, 430EX, cleaning stuff (microfibre cloth, blower, lenspen). I forsee myself buying one more lens in the near future too.

 

[arsene]

You may want to try Lowepro Slingshot 200, 250 or 300. They are sling style bags with easy access to the camera.

 

[adamadam]

"Bring all your gear to the shop"

Hmm, anyone notice that TS has a problem bringing everything he has in the bag he owns? Haha!

Slingstyled bag.. Crumpler 7mdh? Lowepro Stealth Reporter 650AW?

Plastic bags are cheap and can provide a temporary (or long term) solution

 

[sohzai]

I'm currently looking to get myself a bigger camera bag as my current Fastpack 200 is becoming insufficient as my lens and accessories get more. I would prefer a sling-style type of bag. I saw one ThinkTank sling at John recently, going for S$179, not sure of the exact model though. Looked good, anymore recommendations ?

Thanks guys

Are you referring to Speedfreak? But it also comes with waist pouch carry option. It can hold a body with lens attached. But if you need to put it in with the grip, you may need to rearrange the inserts abit. Probably 2-3 more lenses and it should be full. Good thing is that you can add extra add-ons on the waist puch support. That can allow you to increase another few lens/ flash. But the weight is going be an issue if you go to that extent, and rather bulky.

The other 2 that may fit the price that you mentioned is probably change up and UD30. But their capacity is lesser than speedfreak.

You could try Tamrac velocity 8 or 9. I am not used to using sling, but I think if you are specifically looking for sling, it might suit you.

 

[coolsigg]

I was thinking of trying not so mainstream brands like ThinkTank, Domke, KATA and Tamrac. I have a gripped 40D, Sigma 24-70 (huge lens - requires 82mm filters), EF 100/2.8 Macro, 50/1.8, 430EX, cleaning stuff (microfibre cloth, blower, lenspen). I forsee myself buying one more lens in the near future too.

Domke F-2? :think:

 

[adamadam]

Domke F-2? :think:

Domke is super nice
THANKS

 

[coolsigg]

Domke is super nice
THANKS

Glad u like your F-6...

 

[MarkTan89]

I like the F-6 too ! I'm planning to get that. Looks a bit like the Billingham Hadley Original. That's a dream bag but too expensive for me now :cry:

 

[ijnek]

i hv a 7 million bag...
max i think can fit in d80 with grip n 16-85 attached, 50mm f1.8,sb600 + another mid-large sized lens n a big diffuser from golden white.

 

[egnaro]

Tamrac Adventure messenger 5 good choice.... :thumbsup: give it a try, wun regret it and it is definitely within your budget.