While we are all waiting for Dell....

[gs121002]

While we are all sitting here on the edges of our seats waiting to see if a 70-200 L IS for $1169 really is too good to be true, let's do something to pass the time.

What kind of camera bag do you like and recommend?

I have used a Canon compact shoulder bag for my A-1 for years but opted to order Canon's backpack for my new 10D. Now that the order is placed and after looking at a nice little Tenba P534 bag, I'm wondering if I chose the best bag. Comments?


Fogive me if this topic has been discussed before but I have no finger nails left worrying about my Dell order.....

[lightandlife]

In this post 9-11 era, security is No. 1 concern, especially when traveling to a foreign country. Even without terrorists, many robbers constantly target American tourists.

I do not want others even to suspect that I carry cameras. So one or two cameras are packed in individual bags, and put in a generic backpack. This may not be the "best" in physical sense, but is the safest, and to me that is the best.

[dmalek]

hmmm ... maybe they dont target american tourists, maybe they target cameras ;)

there are also some ISO bags that look like regular backpacks but contains everything to protect your stuff. Think also about rain and dust, whatever bag you choose.

[Rob Larsen]

For traveling relatively light, I use the LowePro Off Road. It is a belt pack style that I like for several reasons:

1. I can still carry a regular backpack for other items
2. I can swing it around to the front for easy access
3. I can mount my large Canon lens cases to the side attachments
4. A tripod/monopod can be mounted to the bottom straps (although I prefer to carry it on my backpack)

While I really like this bag for short day hikes, it definitely screams "I'm full of camera equipment" and probably is not your best choice if concerned about theft.

Bag details: http://www.lowepro.com/pages/series/trekking/offroad.htm

Regards,
Rob
Erie, Colorado