Smallest shoulder bag that can hold 2 DSLRs with lenses attached?

[sabesh]

I'm looking for the smallest possible shoulder bag that can hold 2 DSLRs without grips: One attached to a 70-200/2.8L IS and the other attached to a 16-35L. Have to accommodate one 580EX-II flash as well. Any suggestions would be welcomed. Thanks.

[eelnoraa]

ThinkTank urban disguise 50 is one on top of my head.

[sabesh]

^^ was just looking at the UD 40 model! Thx.

[Jon]

Domke F-802 will, with a bit of room to spare. The F-803 might; I haven't got one to try. Depending on how snug a fit you want when everything's in the bag an F-3X may also meet your needs (I prefer a snug bag; either things are in the bag while I travel from place to place or at least one camera is out, ready for use).

[tdodd]

I know the Slingshot 200AW not a shoulder bag but it's sort of half way there so might be worth a thought. I comfortably fit a 30D and 40D body in there, each with a lens mounted and 2 X 580EX in the top compartment. Lens combinations that work include..

30D with mounted 70-200 f/2.8 IS with reversed hood and 40D with mounted 100-400 with reversed hood;

40D with long lens mounted and 30D with 17-55 or 10-22 mounted, each with a reversed hood, and the other short zoom in the bag as well.

The outside pocket can also hold a 50/1.8, 1.4X teleconverter and macro tubes. Batteries, cards, filters and cleaning bits can be squeezed in somewhere as well.

I've had mine for two years and have found it the perfect bag for vacation travel (wildlife and landscape) and weddings. The nice thing about the Slingshot is that it stays out of your way when you 're shooting, and yet swings round for easy access without having to remove the bag or put it down. Here are some sample images (not mine) - http://www.taschenfreak.de/TASCHEN/LP/SlingShot200AW/index.htm. I've posted pictures of my setup here on POTN so if you're at all interested in the Slingshot I'll dig up the link(s).

[_aravena]

Not a shoulder bag but I'm getting one! Kata T-214. Looks amazing and reviews are all great and perfect for what you're asking. Easy access and holds exactly what ya want.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=566336

[fishfoto]

For walking around, ready to go? I'd suggest a Domke F-802 or F-803 depending on how you pack the bag and if you are using lens hoods or not. The Domke F6 can be set up as well to hold the kit you're describing , and it is an easier bag to work out of than the F802/F803 (I own the F802,F803, F804, F805, as well as the F6).

I love the Domke F3, but it is to small to hold both body/lens combos you're seeking to walk around with.

Happy Shooting!

[sabesh]

Thanks VERY MUCH guys! Looks like the Domke F-802 might be "the one" for me!

[b.d.bop]

For walking around, ready to go? I'd suggest a Domke F-802 or F-803 depending on how you pack the bag and if you are using lens hoods or not. The Domke F6 can be set up as well to hold the kit you're describing , and it is an easier bag to work out of than the F802/F803 (I own the F802,F803, F804, F805, as well as the F6).

I love the Domke F3, but it is to small to hold both body/lens combos you're seeking to walk around with.

Happy Shooting!
Do you Domke folks find that metal fastener clip on their front flaps to be difficult to deal with as opposed to the usual plastic quick release buckles?

[b.d.bop]

Domke F-802 will, with a bit of room to spare. The F-803 might; I haven't got one to try. Depending on how snug a fit you want when everything's in the bag an F-3X may also meet your needs (I prefer a snug bag; either things are in the bag while I travel from place to place or at least one camera is out, ready for use).
Do these satchel bags come with the padded inserts or do you need to buy them? If so, which ones do you recommend?

[sdsviet]

wouldnt a 6mdh fit this description. the 5mdh might be cutting it close.

[_aravena]

That'd be a big negativo

[Jim G]

Do you Domke folks find that metal fastener clip on their front flaps to be difficult to deal with as opposed to the usual plastic quick release buckles?


Nope. It's possible to open it one-handed, too, once you figure out how.. it's kind of hard to describe, involves pulling the ring away from the bag, pushing in the clasp and pulling the clasp away. I ought to draw a diagram of that sometime. :p

[Jon]

Do you Domke folks find that metal fastener clip on their front flaps to be difficult to deal with as opposed to the usual plastic quick release buckles?Not at all.

Do these satchel bags come with the padded inserts or do you need to buy them? If so, which ones do you recommend?The F-803 has a single-compartment insert. I use a 720-230 3-compartment one in my F-802. Other people use a Tenba 3-compartment. Suzyview's used left-over dividers from her other bags in hers.

[fishfoto]

Do you Domke folks find that metal fastener clip on their front flaps to be difficult to deal with as opposed to the usual plastic quick release buckles?


With Domke bags that have two clips I leave one clip intact, then bend the second clip. When I need the bag secure I can have both fasteners on the d-rings. When I am working I can leave the 'untouched' fastener unhooked, and clip the bag shut with the bent one.

By bending the clip I can make the clip very easy to open and close. I have been doing this for at least the past 16 years. It has worked very well for me.

[b.d.bop]

With Domke bags that have two clips I leave one clip intact, then bend the second clip. When I need the bag secure I can have both fasteners on the d-rings. When I am working I can leave the 'untouched' fastener unhooked, and clip the bag shut with the bent one.

By bending the clip I can make the clip very easy to open and close. I have been doing this for at least the past 16 years. It has worked very well for me.Fish, could you maybe snap a quick one of your bent clip for us? bw!

[fishfoto]

Mark, I'll grab my F2 later and shoot a photo

[ultra big al]

[quote=fishfoto;6367672]For walking around, ready to go? I'd suggest a Domke F-802 or F-803 depending on how you pack the bag and if you are using lens hoods or not. The Domke F6 can be set up as well to hold the kit you're describing , and it is an easier bag to work out of than the F802/F803 (I own the F802,F803, F804, F805, as well as the F6).

Happy Shooting![/quote Would the domke f 6 be able to hold A 40d with a 70-200 f4 and a xsi with a sigma 10-22 attached, both with hoods .Thanks ,
Alan

[fishfoto]

Alan,

The F6 can hold the kit you are seeking to carry, provided you either modified the 4-compartment insert, or removed it.

You would need to lay the bodies on their sides, the backs of the bodies facing the outer walls of the bag, with the lenses in opposing sides of the bag.

[fishfoto]

Fish, could you maybe snap a quick one of your bent clip for us? bw!


Here you go.....

The following are three photos of my well traveled Domke F2 bag. I purchased this bag from Adorama back in the summer of 1993, the day after I graduated from high school in New York and two days before I packed up my gear and moved to Boston to work as a freelancer.

Photo #1 : The Domke metal clip on the 'forward facing' side of the bag. This clip is not modfied and locks tight
http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff207/fishfoto/DomkeClip_x01.jpg

Photo #2: The Domke metal clip on the 'rear facing' side of the bag that is bent out of shape to allow me to secure the top flap when I need to, or quickly flip the top flap open as needed. this is the only clip used when I am out shooting
http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff207/fishfoto/DomkeClip_x02.jpg

Photo #3: My black Domke F2 bag
http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff207/fishfoto/DomkeClip_x03.jpg


I also have just about every other Domke bag out there, three brief cases, five (maybe 6?) bags, two belts, 12 pouches, two shoulder pads, the photo vest (although I have always wanted the jacket), countless Domke 1" and 1.5" straps and of course the bright red Domke baseball hat :0)

[b.d.bop]

Here you go.....

The following are three photos of my well traveled Domke F2 bag. I purchased this bag from Adorama back in the summer of 1993, the day after I graduated from high school in New York and two days before I packed up my gear and moved to Boston to work as a freelancer.

Photo #1 : The Domke metal clip on the 'forward facing' side of the bag. This clip is not modfied and locks tight

Photo #2: The Domke metal clip on the 'rear facing' side of the bag that is bent out of shape to allow me to secure the top flap when I need to, or quickly flip the top flap open as needed. this is the only clip used when I am out shooting

Photo #3: My black Domke F2 bag

I also have just about every other Domke bag out there, three brief cases, five (maybe 6?) bags, two belts, 12 pouches, two shoulder pads, the photo vest (although I have always wanted the jacket), countless Domke 1" and 1.5" straps and of course the bright red Domke baseball hat :0)

Fish, you be da man!!! Wow, what character. Talk about comfy worn in jeans! That thing's ready for the Smithsonian!

Great shots, and now I see what you're getting at. Clever.

Thanks a million, Fish. :cool:

[Philscbx]

I know the Slingshot 200AW
I've had mine for two years and have found it the perfect bag for vacation travel This is a smartly laid out bag, and quick SAFE ACCESS.
I Make the point as to the possible loss and spillage of gear when bags get upset during access.
I have a bag similar from Lowepro, called the 'Orion Trecker II', a backpack style, but it doesn't have the slick access that the Slingshot has from the side.
This view says it all: http://www.taschenfreak.de/TASCHEN/LP/SlingShot200AW/lwslingshot200aw-1-marluskampmann.htm

I shop for bags like a women shops for a purse, but I missed this one.
Mine (Orion) splits in half folding at the rear.
This can be hazardous when unzipped too far.

ALSO, the strap's underside (Orion) is also very slippery padded nylon, it slid off shoulder to my hand just before hitting the water as I'm stepping off the boat, onto the dock.
It would of gone to the bottom of the lake in a second.

This bag (Orion) does have a waist belt, that I will use now.
Possibly applying non slip cover on the right strap only as well.

Bags that sling like a typical messenger bag by using single strap that goes over your head to opposite shoulder are better. Safer anyway.
I do use a slim messenger style bag for just one camera, and the strap splits in half so it doesn't have to go over your head first. I use it on the motorcycle for quick access.
Name of it escapes me. I can wear rain coat over it and get it back behind me easily out of the way.

Boarding aircraft with messenger type is nice. I like taking shots during flight. And doesn't crowd the area like a bulky bag might.

[SuzyView]

Dang! That F-2 looks completely loved. :)

I use my F-802 almost all the time now. I just got the Kata 214 bag and this summer the Kata 465, both excellent bags. But for a shoulder bag, the F802 is amazing. I can reach in and get whatever I need without guessing and the outside pockets fit a ton of stuff, I don't need a purse or another storage bag. I highly recommend it. As for the Kata bags, they are remarkably stylish, but not as used.

[sabesh]

Dang! That F-2 looks completely loved. :)

I use my F-802 almost all the time now. I just got the Kata 214 bag and this summer the Kata 465, both excellent bags. But for a shoulder bag, the F802 is amazing. I can reach in and get whatever I need without guessing and the outside pockets fit a ton of stuff, I don't need a purse or another storage bag. I highly recommend it. As for the Kata bags, they are remarkably stylish, but not as used.
I've got the F-802 and like how it's setup. I haven't used it since I only have one body right now (waiting for the 5D-II). In the meantime, I tried the Tenba messenger bag (in store) which gives the F-802 a good run for the money:

http://tenba.com/pc-964-12-messenger-large.aspx

What's impressive is that you can get your gear out without opening the flap! I'll try this out when I get my second body (so that I can return it if I don't like it). Checkout the video!

[tmerrick]

I use the Tenba Messenger. I can fit 1dMK2 with either 70-200 f4 or 17-40 mounted, space on sides for 420ex, either lens above not mounted. 50mm 1.8, hoods, charger, spare battery and accessories. I bet you could maybe fit 2 bodies, itll be tight though.

[sabesh]

I use the Tenba Messenger. I can fit 1dMK2 with either 70-200 f4 or 17-40 mounted, space on sides for 420ex, either lens above not mounted. 50mm 1.8, hoods, charger, spare battery and accessories. I bet you could maybe fit 2 bodies, itll be tight though.
Tyler, the large version can fit both, seems like. Did you try the small version?

[tmerrick]

No I only tried the large version.