What camera bag are you using?

[XXX Boy]

K13?... in Aldephi right?... there is another shop call X somthing with billy stuff also right?... correct me if I am wrong... ;p

50?... omg... :bigeyes: that is so expensive... but mebbe I'll pop by one day to check it out... I think i'll prefer one of these over the Domke Shoulder Pads...

You should really try out the Billy shoulder pads yourself!!! For your info, mine is very seasoned liao even softer and better!!! :lovegrin:

 

[bangkuangz]

I think B&S have mentioned that he use the Billlingham insert for his bag. I had post a pics here : -

Hmm like this how to put the camera, have to detach the lenses?

 

[popeye]

Hmm like this how to put the camera, have to detach the lenses?

Do not assume everyone is using SLR and big lens
Maybe the bag is designed for P&S user :dunno:

For me, it looks ok to fit in one P&S camera, one water bottle and a pack of sandwich for lunch :thumbsup:

 

[RossChang]

Do not assume everyone is using SLR and big lens
Maybe the bag is designed for P&S user :dunno:

For me, it looks ok to fit in one P&S camera, one water bottle and a pack of sandwich for lunch :thumbsup:

For one, I know Skyestang use this insert for his D70 + 28-70 + Flash....., and he put tis insert in his Tenba... tis... expensive billy insert...

For long/big appeture lens, you'll probably have to detach, for small 50mm still can fit. Kinda Squeezy with Batt Grip attached...

That's why I didn't go for the Tenba, the Regular size Insert of the Tenba is of the same design...

 

[XXX Boy]

Hmm like this how to put the camera, have to detach the lenses?

There are many different inserts that Billingham make. You can choose from different type of insert that you wish.
Billingham inserts are very well made and you got to see it, feel it and then believe it! :lovegrin:

 

[bangkuangz]

There are many different inserts that Billingham make. You can choose from different type of insert that you wish.
Billingham inserts are very well made and you got to see it, feel it and then believe it! :lovegrin:

So if I understand correctly, can buy the insert and put in any bag that can fit? ... I heard its quite expensive right? Personally dun really like the billingham design as it looks like an old doctor bag (if you know what I meant) ...

 

[XXX Boy]

So if I understand correctly, can buy the insert and put in any bag that can fit? ... I heard its quite expensive right? Personally dun really like the billingham design as it looks like an old doctor bag (if you know what I meant) ...

If you just wanna buy the insert only, you should bring down your bag and try if the Billy inserts fits in your bag or not.

 

[Evilmerlin]

I'm looking for a backpack that I can use when I go trekking in UK. Should be able to hold body, 3 lens, flash and a tripod and on top of that the usual stuff you need when you go trekking(extra clothes(some can be quite thick), water, some food, maps etc etc).

Which would you all recommend? Just exactly how big is that Lowepro day pack?

 

[Firefox]

Hrmmm.. I just use bubble packaging with a large ziplock bag and slot them into whichever bag I'm taking out.

 

[XXX Boy]

Hrmmm.. I just use bubble packaging with a large ziplock bag and slot them into whichever bag I'm taking out.

Isn't it very troublesome to take out and use???
I think one should get a proper insert.

 

[scud]

Hrmmm.. I just use bubble packaging with a large ziplock bag and slot them into whichever bag I'm taking out.

whichever bag = ntuc plastic bag? ....jk....
me using saffroto, equivalent to lowepro 400 & mini trekker.

 

[Belle&Sebastain]

Hrmmm.. I just use bubble packaging with a large ziplock bag and slot them into whichever bag I'm taking out.

also can i use the toploader form lowepro also and dump my large slr with 28-70 f2.8 lens for the most largest lens attached to body setup.

 

[plinius]

Actually how difference is the quality/comfort etc etc btw say Lowepro Reporter 400AW and Domke J2?

Thanks..........

 

[RossChang]

Actually how difference is the quality/comfort etc etc btw say Lowepro Reporter 400AW and Domke J2?

Thanks..........

Better Paddings, better shoulder belt... :think: hmm... whatelse?... I guess overall quality I guess... only tried the 400AW from Cathay, but dun really like it...

Oh yea, the J2 is Much more expensive... :sweat: :cry:

 

[plinius]

OIC...

surprising in States (B&H Photo) the Domke J2 (USD 124) is only slightly more costly than the AW 400 (USD 119)!!!

I'm using the AW 400 now, dun know shld I switch over to J2...heh...backside itchy!!!! the problem is here I got no hands on the bag ....hmmmm............

maybe I shld sell the AW 400 in States for USD 90, which is more than what it cost me in S'pore!!! heh...........

Better Paddings, better shoulder belt... :think: hmm... whatelse?... I guess overall quality I guess... only tried the 400AW from Cathay, but dun really like it...

Oh yea, the J2 is Much more expensive... :sweat: :cry:

 

[RossChang]

OIC...

surprising in States (B&H Photo) the Domke J2 (USD 124) is only slightly more costly than the AW 400 (USD 119)!!!

I'm using the AW 400 now, dun know shld I switch over to J2...heh...backside itchy!!!! the problem is here I got no hands on the bag ....hmmmm............

maybe I shld sell the AW 400 in States for USD 90, which is more than what it cost me in S'pore!!! heh...........

Yea... you should... :devil:

hahaha... neitherway, don't they have shops tat carry those bags?... could go and check out the J2 first lar...

I was flipping and checking and playing around with the insert of the J2 in cathay for a couple of times before I decide to take the pinch... :sweat:

 

[plinius]

sigh...me staying at the most ulu part of USA (some small town in New Mexico)...hard to find a decent Camera shop, not to mention one that stocks lots of Bags.....got to buy most of the stuffs here online....

heh.....

Yea... you should... :devil:

hahaha... neitherway, don't they have shops tat carry those bags?... could go and check out the J2 first lar...

I was flipping and checking and playing around with the insert of the J2 in cathay for a couple of times before I decide to take the pinch... :sweat:

 

[plinius]

RossChang,

Did u consider Domke F2 during ur selection of bag? sizewise the F2 and J2 looks the same, except for material F2 is cotton canvas whereas J2 is Ballastic Nylon! but F2 is like USD30 cheaper.....hmmmmmm...............

Cheers.....

Yea... you should... :devil:

hahaha... neitherway, don't they have shops tat carry those bags?... could go and check out the J2 first lar...

I was flipping and checking and playing around with the insert of the J2 in cathay for a couple of times before I decide to take the pinch... :sweat:

 

[RossChang]

RossChang,
Did u consider Domke F2 during ur selection of bag? sizewise the F2 and J2 looks the same, except for material F2 is cotton canvas whereas J2 is Ballastic Nylon! but F2 is like USD30 cheaper.....hmmmmmm...............

Well, I've tried a couple of bags before bitting the bullet... including SkyesTang's and Dennis' Tenba, a friend's Lowepro Reporter 400AW, Lowepro trekker, a couple of bags at cathay dadadadada...

My reason for J2 over F2:
1. Ballastic Nylon for better (not absolute) protection from water
2. Prefer the Insert in the J2, more configurable compartments rather than the fixed 4 slot
3. More Padding in the J2, the F2 is just a layer of cotton canvas
4. Padded Outer Pocket, can throw in additional Lens (tat is, once my hand get itchy and acquire more... ;p )

Btw, I can load a 300D + grip + 24-70 F2.8L attached, plus a 17-40, 75-300, 50 F/1.8, flash, some filters, some batteries, passport, some misc docs and still strap my Gitzo 1228 + AUB on by straping it with the top cover... :thumbsup:

but of course, it's a bit overweight for me, not the bag... :sweat: :sweatsm:

 

[RossChang]

Oh ya, did I mention, I've also got a Two Compartment Insert along with the J2?... kekekeke... to suits the style to my likings...
but tat adds additional SGD50 to the price tag.. :sweat: :cry: