Let's Talk Carry Cases!

[Sir Topham Hatt]

Hello!

I am rather interested what carry cases people own. I was looking at one on the internet but am not sure if I like the one strap thing. I have decided I wouln't like a small "shoe box" type either.

I also am weary on security as all the bags seem to say easy access is a feature - surely a feature for a thief to? I'll only have two lenses really as I have seen you can get ones that carry tripods and everything!

What do you have?

[Prince Charming]

I use the Rockstar Duffel bag I got free with my copy of GTA IV. Big enough, strong enough, holds all my ****, comfortable...

I should get a proper camera bag at some point, but it does the job really rather well for now.

[Nicholas-c Veteran]

i like my lowepro 200aw, single strap, the 300aw is double strap i think, cant go wrong :)

[Konstanov]

Lowepro Vertex 300AW

Great for being able to fit my MBP inside as well and being able to download pictures immediately. All the room for lenses and an extra body if I ever buy one is great too.

[TFindley]

I use a Lowepro Slingshot 100 AW for carrying my kit around normally. I like quick access to it all, and I don't carry that much.

When I travel, I pack the Slingshot in the case with clothes to bulk it out, and carry the camera + laptop + hand luggage in a Lowepro CompuDayPack. Both bags are great. I rarely carry my tripod or monopod, but when I do I just tend to carry it freehand.

I'd highly recommend the Slingshot. It gives you quick easy access to a SLR, and you can use it to lean on slightly when taking shots (leaving it around your front mid-section). I usually carry my Canon 400D & 70-300mm lens in the main compartment, and my pocket Point-&-Shoot camera in the front pouch, leaving room for sunglasses and other day stuff in the top pouch.

I'm guessing from the responses on here that Lowepro tend to be a very popular choice.

Update: Just re-read your post. That Slingshot case you're looking at is the same as what I've got. I'd HIGHLY recommend them. I was skeptical before purchasing one, but now I'd never go back. I know quite a few other guys who use them too.

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[Sir Topham Hatt]

Hmm, thanks for the views.

It looks like the one for me as I never really go on long trecks anyway!

[o0moonman0o]

i use a crumpler wickey and cox backpack and a crumpler 6million dollar home should bag, i prefer them over my lowepro shoulder bag (d400 AW) and lowepro mini trekker backpack.

[TFindley]

Hmm, thanks for the views.

It looks like the one for me as I never really go on long trecks anyway!

Let us know what you get, and what you think of it when you do! :)

[Sir Topham Hatt]

Well, it arrived yesterday and I set it up today.

To be honest, I wish I had got the bigger version as it does look a bit small, but then as it just needs my camera, one lens and a couple of accessories, then it's alright :)

Definatly a good choice :)

[TFindley]

Well, it arrived yesterday and I set it up today.

To be honest, I wish I had got the bigger version as it does look a bit small, but then as it just needs my camera, one lens and a couple of accessories, then it's alright :)

Definatly a good choice :)

Ohh did you get a Slingshot in the end? :D

How are you finding it (how you've had a day or so with it)?