Looking for a good camera bag

[uvadtmfub]

I've been searching for a good camera bag for awhile. The equipment that I want to carry in this bag are:
2 camera bodies: DRebel and Rebel TI (yes... good ol' film :D )
2 lenses, 1 of them being a telephoto
a flash unit
and various accessories like batteries, cables, CF cards, film, etc...
it also would be good to have some sort of a strap on that i can carry a tripod with, but that's not a requirement.

I've been looking at the Lowepro Micro Trekker 200, seems to suit my needs at a fairly good price, I was wondering if you pros out there know of any other good bags? Thanks for all the help in advance.

[Olegis]

A Micro Trekker might be too small for two bodies, I suggest you to check out the Mini Trekker, which is a little bit bigger and "roomier".
I have the Mini Trekker AW - an awesome bag !

[xuxu1]

Sorry! Can´t answer your question since my shoulder bag isn´t large enough anymore and now i´m on the search too.

I think i´ve read somewhere that the Mini Trekker (AW) isn´t deep enough when having the grip attached to the camera body.

For my purpose i would need a bag that fits:

1 x 10D w/BG-ED3 (attached)
1 x 100-400L IS lens (preferably attached)
1 x 28-135IS lens
1 x 17-40L lens (on my shopping list)
1 x 70-200L IS (on my shopping list)
2 x additional medium size lenses
1 x 580EX flash (on my shopping list)
and all the usual small stuff like CF-cards, remote control, spare batterys for the flash and so forth....

Any hints very welcome!

Regards
Ed

[jonniewalton]

I have one of these and have used it frequently. Its ver comfortable and will easily accomodate the needs of uvadtmfub. The bag has a slot on the side which is ideal for a small tripod (I have a manfrotto 440). The bag has a well padded back and a carry strap on the top. The padding around the "outer skirt" is quite good but would only sustain very minor knocks. The only frustrating thing about backpacks is that you have to take them off to get the kit out. It can be really annoying and can cause the loss of a quick snapshot, whereas with a shoulder bag, its much easier to dive in quickly and the camera out!

With regard to xuxu1. You wouldnt get both (long zoom) lenses in. The depth of this bag is fine for your 10d and ED3.

The size of the bag is:-
capacity:
SLR with attached 80–200mm f/2.8 lens (most makes), additional body, 4–5 more lenses
size (Exterior):
12W x 12.5D x 16H in. (30.5 x 32 x 40.5 cm)
size (Interior):
11W x 5D x 14.5H in. (28 x 12.5 x 37 cm)
outer fabric:
600D TXP™ and 600D TXP ripstop

The tracker AW11 series may cope with all your stuff though
size (exterior, Tripod Mount attached):
14.5W x 15D x 21.5H in. (37 x 38 x 54.5 cm)
size (exterior with daypack, side pouches and tripod cup removed):
14W x 9D x 21.5H in. (35.5 x 23 x 54.5 cm)
size (interior):
12W x 6D x 19H in. (30.5 x 15 x 48.5 cm)
outer fabric:

all details are on the lowepro.com website. Would have thought it will be heavy though!

[xuxu1]

Thanks Jonnie for the detailed info!

I´ll keep my eyes open and find out what suits me best.

Regards
Ed

[blinking8s]

I got a Nature Trekker AWII a few weeks ago, I love it, but it is very large. I hike some so it doest matter for that, but the other day I went to the fair with it to take some pics of the rides and all the lights. Its much to large for crowded places...hehe

however its awesome for those day trips I take in the smokeys

[uvadtmfub]

Thanks for the great advices!

Now I have to wait for a camera bag sale somewhere... :lol: