Best photojournalist bag?

[scotteisenphotography]

Hey all

I'm doing a lot of photojournalism lately, but don't have any good ways to carry the essential gear when I'm running around events and stuff. Anyways, what do you suggest for a nice bag that can hold 2 bodies, one with the 70-200 2.8L IS mounted (hood reversed, i don't care) and a 5D mark II, possibly with the 24-70 on it, but not nessacary, and space to hold a few other small lenses and a flash?

I can't seem to find anything good, and I know you all have a lot of experience. Help me out pleaseeee!
:eek:

[Jon]

Check out the Domke F2 and the 720-230 insert for it. Designed by a working photojournalist to be easy to work out of.

[holland_patrick]

Think tank UD in what ever size you want... It's what i have been using..

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/ttp_product_UrbnDsgs2.php

I have the 50 and the person i'm working with has the 60. the probodies will fit in there

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=664213

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=648841

[JackLiu]

Domke F2 is also my choice for a great 1st bag. However, when on assignment I use two bodies w/lenses -- 1DM3 & 24-70 f2.8L (strap around my neck) and 1DM2 & 70-200 f2.8L (strap on my shoulder). 580EX II on 1DM3. Extra batteries in pant pockets, extra CF memory cards in shirt pocket, extra 580EX in Lighning Fast (Think Tank Photo) case on my belt. I try NOT to carry a bag unless it is absolutely necessary. ;)

[scotteisenphotography]

Domke F2 is also my choice for a great 1st bag. However, when on assignment I use two bodies w/lenses -- 1DM3 & 24-70 f2.8L (strap around my neck) and 1DM2 & 70-200 f2.8L (strap on my shoulder). 580EX II on 1DM3. Extra batteries in pant pockets, extra CF memory cards in shirt pocket, extra 580EX in Lighning Fast (Think Tank Photo) case on my belt. I try NOT to carry a bag unless it is absolutely necessary. ;)

I've been known to use many different lenses, so it's hard to NOT use a bag..i'm used to backpacks, so this is new. It will also come in handy for some trips.

An example of what I'm going to be shooting is the "Volvo Ocean Race"

I'll be there with my 400 2.8L IS, which won't be in any bag, and it will be mounted on a camera. Most of my strength will be put into lugging that around, so i'll need some sort of shoulder bag for the other stuff, ya know?

[holland_patrick]

I pack the UD50 with a ton of stuff but it's still pretty light and has plenty of places to pack stuff in to...

[cdifoto]

I wear a Newswear Chestvest when I'm shooting weddings. It's pretty much the same concept as PJ - running around a lot, need quick access to all the most used stuff, etc.

Here's a pic of me, totally whipped by the heat in Mexico, wearing the Chestvest:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/cdifoto/gear/IMG_1200.jpg

[scotteisenphotography]

What do you all think of the Lowepro Stealth Report 650AW?

http://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-Stealth-Reporter-D650-Camera/dp/B000EXM06U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1240516019&sr=1-1

[tvphotog]

What do you all think of the Lowepro Stealth Report 650AW?

http://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-Stealth-Reporter-D650-Camera/dp/B000EXM06U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1240516019&sr=1-1

Feature dense bag, extremely well made and padded, top access zipper excellent, IMO much better made than the comparable Think Tank Urban Disguise when I've examined both...heavier outer material and denser padded dividers.

The Stealth is shaped differently than the Urban Disguise; the former is more like a typical camera bag...Domke, Crumpler, while the UD is more like a briefcase on a strap...wide and high, but not deep. Depends on which style you like to carry.

My preference is the Stealth series. Think Tank makes superb products, but for this shoulder bag, I prefer the Lowepro.

[scotteisenphotography]

Feature dense bag, extremely well made and padded, top access zipper excellent, IMO much better made than the comparable Think Tank Urban Disguise when I've examined both...heavier outer material and denser padded dividers.

The Stealth is shaped differently than the Urban Disguise; the former is more like a typical camera bag...Domke, Crumpler, while the UD is more like a briefcase on a strap...wide and high, but not deep. Depends on which style you like to carry.

My preference is the Stealth series. Think Tank makes superb products, but for this shoulder bag, I prefer the Lowepro.

thanks for the input!

[sOid]

Maybe you should take a look at the Think Tank Skin series belt system. I'm hoping to receive mine tomorrow!

[_aravena]

F2? Man oh man. Depends on the work but I'd say standard messenger like the Tenba or F802

[eelnoraa]

I think TT UD series is truely exellent for transport gears to location and storage while you are shooting on location. It is however not the best photojournalist bag. The smaller onem, 20, 30, are not very easy in terms of camera access. The bigger one like 50 and 60 are not very comfortable to carry around for a long time. I think Lowepro stealth series and Domke are better photohournalist bag.

[ed rader]

Check out the Domke F2 and the 720-230 insert for it. Designed by a working photojournalist to be easy to work out of.


animal used an F2, and i know you know who i'm talking about :D.

ed rader

[scot079]

Another vote for Think Tank UD. Mine's a 50 and I love the hell out of it.

[scotteisenphotography]

Again guys,

Thank you very much for your suggestions! I will have to look at them all carefully!

[Rainyday]

The LowePro Nova series is very good and comes in a variety of sizes. It's a little less expensive than the Stealth if budget is tight.

[scot079]

Canon 1Ds Mark III| Canon 1D Mark II | 5D Mark II | 16-35 2.8L II | 100-400 L | 24-70 F2.8L| 70-200 2.8L IS | 85L | 200mm 2.0L IS | 300mm 2.8L IS | 400mm 2.8L IS | 100mm Macro f2.8| Lensbaby 3G | 430EX Speedlite | 580EX II Speedlite | Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX | Alien Bees ABR800 | 2 Pocket wizard II Plus's

HAHA, I don't think budget is an issue w/ this particular fellow:D:D

The LowePro Nova series is very good and comes in a variety of sizes. It's a little less expensive than the Stealth if budget is tight.

[scotteisenphotography]

HAHA, I don't think budget is an issue w/ this particular fellow:D:D

;) haha

[Jon]

F2? Man oh man. Depends on the work but I'd say standard messenger like the Tenba or F802
Not with a couple of 1D series bodies, or anything else with a grip, unless you don't care about the top part bulging to the front . . .

[ed rader]

animal used an F2, and i know you know who i'm talking about :D.

ed rader

this is where i learned of the domke f2....animal in the animobile. check out that phone :D.

http://www.fototime.com/02A52F884FE9C24/orig.jpg

ed rader

[scotteisenphotography]

this is where i learned of the domke f2....animal in the animobile. check out that phone :D.

http://www.fototime.com/02A52F884FE9C24/orig.jpg

ed rader


classic!

[ed rader]

classic!


we're probably showing our age ;).

ed rader

[tvphotog]

this is where i learned of the domke f2....animal in the animobile. check out that phone :D.

http://www.fototime.com/02A52F884FE9C24/orig.jpg

ed rader

we're probably showing our age ;).

ed rader

Not probably, certainly. I don't care though, I'm with you. That phone is outrageous, I love it.

[scotteisenphotography]

we're probably showing our age ;).

ed rader

I'm 19. =]

[SkipD]

What do you all think of the Lowepro Stealth Report 650AW?The 650 AW is my ONLY bag for my Canon equipment. It is absolutely superb. I cannot imagine a better bag for what it's designed for. My three big zoom lenses, one with a body attached, are all ready to pull out of vertically oriented "tubes" (made with the provided dividers) with hoods mounted (the 70-200 f/2.8L IS has the hood reversed, the other two are ready-to-use). There's plenty of room for the flash, meter, cleaning accessories, color reference cards (in where a laptop could be stored), extra batteries, etc. etc.

The shoulder strap has the best non-slip surface of any shoulder strap I have ever used (considering all the photo bags, computer bags, luggage, etc., that I have ever had or used).

[ed rader]

I'm 19. =]


well i was in my mid-20s ;).

ed rader

[SkipD]

well i was in my mid-20s ;).

ed raderSo was I - about 1,924 weeks ago :rolleyes:.

[scotteisenphotography]

Haha. Haven't reached the 20's quite yet... =]

[mhthomps]

Check out the Domke F-7AF. Holds two mounted bodies in ready position. I love it.

[ed rader]

So was I - about 1,924 weeks ago :rolleyes:.


whew. someone has me beat (and i broke out the calulator) :D.

ed rader

[scotteisenphotography]

i'm less than 1000 weeks old! haha

[scotteisenphotography]

FYI, i ordered the LowePro D650 Stealth Reporter AW.. thanks all!

[pixelphotographer]

This question is like asking someone what shirt is best?
its all a matter of taste and what feels comfortable to you.
Best bet is to take a trip to the largest camera store you can find and look thru all the bags and see what catches your eye. Look for pockets, zippers, velcro, moveable or adjustable sections, etcetc. see what catches your fancy. remember spots for extra batteries, flash cards, chargers and more.
As dumb as you may look try some on if they are backpacks or shoulder bags. Ask the store salesperson for some lenses and a camera to weigh it down and see how it feels and to see how much stuff you can pack into it.
Try before you buy in other words.
What is good or comfortable to one person is someone elses nightmare or the most uncomfortable piece of garbage to someone else.
just my two cents worth.

[_aravena]

Pending the type of journalism, I want to be light and maneuverable to run and get where I need to fast. A huge bag seems stupid.

[SkipD]

Pending the type of journalism, I want to be light and maneuverable to run and get where I need to fast. A huge bag seems stupid.It surely is not a stupid choice when the lenses and other equipment you have just fit perfectly in it.

[scotteisenphotography]

Pending the type of journalism, I want to be light and maneuverable to run and get where I need to fast. A huge bag seems stupid.

The one i ordered really isn't that big.....

[rfreschner]

I'm 19. =]

Boy, when I was 19, I wouldn't have had the money to buy the bag let alone all the gear you have! :D

[scotteisenphotography]

Boy, when I was 19, I wouldn't have had the money to buy the bag let alone all the gear you have! :D

I work way too hard I guess. But i've been successful thus far. And my success is not selling drugs to make mad money! :cool:

[DisrupTer911]

I love my F2/J2 but when I need to carry just the essentials I take my J3 and can carry quite the load in it comfortably.

[René Damkot]

Best bag = Billingham, but Domke is okay as well ;)

[Yohan Pamudji]

If Billingham didn't cost 3 times as much as Domke, I'd give them a look. Beautiful bags though, especially in khaki or "sage"--very classic antique-luggage look. Makes me think of 19th century England or Brits traipsing around in the Sahara, for whatever reason. Not good for stealth though, since they basically scream "I'm classy and rich" :D

[scotteisenphotography]

Best bag = Billingham, but Domke is okay as well ;)

WAYYY out of my price-range to spend on a bag... haha

[The Moose]

I work way too hard I guess. But i've been successful thus far. And my success is not selling drugs to make mad money! :cool:
You really have been successful! That's quite a gear list. I turn 18 at the end of this year, so I've still got some time to catch up :p

[Mark II Shooter]

Think tank UD in what ever size you want... It's what i have been using..

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/ttp_product_UrbnDsgs2.php

I have the 50 and the person i'm working with has the 60. the probodies will fit in there

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=664213

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=648841


A great inconspicuous means to an end. I'll be getting one soon myself!

[jklewer]

Feature dense bag, extremely well made and padded, top access zipper excellent, IMO much better made than the comparable Think Tank Urban Disguise when I've examined both...heavier outer material and denser padded dividers.

The Stealth is shaped differently than the Urban Disguise; the former is more like a typical camera bag...Domke, Crumpler, while the UD is more like a briefcase on a strap...wide and high, but not deep. Depends on which style you like to carry.

My preference is the Stealth series. Think Tank makes superb products, but for this shoulder bag, I prefer the Lowepro.

I had the 650 for a short while and found it huge until I recently purchased some new gear, now I would probably love to work from it!

I'm 19. =]

Wow dude...

I work way too hard I guess. But i've been successful thus far. And my success is not selling drugs to make mad money! :cool:

...you're on it.

[converter]

Not probably, certainly.

[SteveNC]

this is where i learned of the domke f2....animal in the animobile. check out that phone :D.

http://www.fototime.com/02A52F884FE9C24/orig.jpg

ed rader

I'm not sure what this is from, but this is just great :)

[Jon]

Lou Grant, a spinoff from The Mary Tyler Moore Show; Lou went back to his roots as a newspaper editor.

[ed rader]

I'm not sure what this is from, but this is just great :)


the show was called lou grant and it ran from 1978-82.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lou_Grant_(TV_series)

ed rader

[scotteisenphotography]

my bag came today. it's perfect. I have my 1DS3 + 70-200 on it, plus the 5D2 + 24-70 on it, both hoods reversed, a 16-35, and flash in the main compartment. it's awesome. thanks everyone

[tvphotog]

my bag came today. it's perfect. I have my 1DS3 + 70-200 on it, plus the 5D2 + 24-70 on it, both hoods reversed, a 16-35, and flash in the main compartment. it's awesome. thanks everyone

Now you must show us some pictures of it loaded.