Lowepro SlingShot 100/200 AW [Archive] - Canon Digital Photography Forums

tcaran

10th of September 2005 (Sat), 12:13

I am also curious about this bag. After a lot of searching I bought a Lowepro OffRoad, and while it's a good bag, it's not the best for hiking, biking, or getting quick shots. I was back to looking at the Tamrac Velocity bags, but now I'd like to take a look at the Slingshots.

pierrot

10th of September 2005 (Sat), 12:44

Seems to be a good (ideal?) compromise between the easy-to-carry backpack and the safe-to-open shoulder bag.

Metgolf

13th of September 2005 (Tue), 12:10

I also was looking into the Lowepro slingshot bag and decided to order the 200 from B & H Photo, should have in a couple of days. Will write my thoughts after I get it and load everything. Going to a state park in a week and wanted something easier for carrying equipment and be able to get pix easier than shoulder and back packs.

CoolToolGuy

13th of September 2005 (Tue), 12:51

I'm interested in the Slingshot as well. The 200 looks like it will hold a little more than my current 'grab & go' bag. As soon as one of the local stores gets one in I'm going to give it a look-see.

Have Fun,

Benedictine

13th of September 2005 (Tue), 14:16

This looks good, here is a link to a press release about this product. I am defiantly interested, just got to find stockist in the UK! http://www.lowepro.com/about_us/news/press_releases/SlingShot_AW.aspx
Benedictine

pcDigiMan

17th of September 2005 (Sat), 18:49

I haven't tried it but to me it looks as though it will be a problem with longer lenses on the camera while in the bag.If that is not a concern, then it looks very practical.

Good Day Panza / All, would you expect the slingshot to hold your/a 20D with your 70-200 2.8L attached?

tcaran

27th of September 2005 (Tue), 17:09

Anyone actually use this yet?

Benedictine

27th of September 2005 (Tue), 23:54

Anyone actually use this yet?
Nope, still can’t find a stockist near me in the UK. Went to the one that the guy from Lowepro recommended, they had never heard of it!

BearLeeAlive

28th of September 2005 (Wed), 00:51

I too like the look of this bag. The local camera shop has it listed but no stock. Would love to hear a review on it.

Metgolf

28th of September 2005 (Wed), 06:23

Having returned from a trip to a state park in western NY, I hiked around for a little while with the 200 AW and found the pack very easy on the back during hiking. It balanced very nicely and the extra strap kept in place while climbing over trees, etc. It was easy to use and retrieve camera. The only problem is if you wanted to change lenses because they are not accessable without taking the pack off and opening it up entirely. It has plenty of room for all the equipment I have right now and if organized differently I'm sure more could be carried, I have a 75-300 zoom lens and it easily fits in the pack without cramping. There is no attachment nor strap to attach a tripod or monopod for carring, you would have to carry by hand. The bottom line I quess would I purchase agaiin given the choice, and the answer would be yes.:D

BearLeeAlive

28th of September 2005 (Wed), 07:05

Could you carry the 75-300 mounted on the camera, and how long is that lens? I would want the capacity to carry my 70-200 4L mounted if I could. Maybe even a 100-400 into the future, but I think this is reaching.

Can you not get at the spare lenses with the camera out of the pack at all? This would be a bit of a hassle but maybe not a deal breaker.

Metgolf

28th of September 2005 (Wed), 07:58

Bearleealive: the length of the 75-300 zoom is 6.5" in closed position and yes it can be mounted and carried in pack, but nothing longer, imo. And to your second question, no you can't get at any other equioment without taking off, the storage cubbies are 90 degrees to the camera storage

tcaran

28th of September 2005 (Wed), 18:15

Thanks for the info Metgolf. On the question about getting to other lenses, if I had trusted what I see in the photos at the Lowepro web site, it looked like there is a lens next to the camera in the camera storage area. Is it that it might fit a smaller lens, or is the photo wrong?

http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Sling_Bags/Designed_for_Digital/SlingShot_200_AW.aspx

Metgolf

29th of September 2005 (Thu), 06:05

It would appear from the Lowepro web site that a small lens could be placed along side the camera. It would not work for me as the POTN strap takes up that space.

tcaran

29th of September 2005 (Thu), 19:16

Ahhhh. I'd have the same problem. Think I'm going to check it out though. Thanks again for the info.

pcDigiMan

29th of September 2005 (Thu), 20:58

Ordered one from Fred at Adorama - Slingshot 200
Hope to report out shortly

BearLeeAlive

30th of September 2005 (Fri), 14:35

Ordered one from Fred at Adorama - Slingshot 200
Hope to report out shortlyWill be great to hear your evaluation too. This pack appears to be a solution for me but would not work unless I could get my 70-200 (and maybe into the future a 100-400) into it. It would not have to be mounted but it sure would be good if it could. Maybe it would go in 90 degrees to what they show on the sight.

Might just have to go to a Billingham or Crumpler but this one sure looks more comfy to use.

nixweasel

30th of September 2005 (Fri), 15:42

What appealed to me about this bag, at least from pictures, is that it can quickly be pulled to the front of you for either equipment removal, or safe keeping. I have a trip to Hong Kong coming up and in crowds, its nice to be able to pull the pack into a protective position.

For carrying minimal equipment on a walk, I looked at the Root's sling bag, very compact, seems pefect for a SLR and a 17-85 lense. But you have to take it off to access the camera, and I've heard of several people damaging the camera due to lack of padding. I just ordered a Slingshot 100, will post more info when I get it.

camethan

30th of September 2005 (Fri), 18:46

I was thinking about ordering the Slingshot 100, too. I'd like to be able to carry my 20D with the 200 f/2.8L attached. From what Metgolf described, this is doable with the 200 AW, but I prefer the smaller 100 AW. Has anyone tried this combination?

Lovetosnap

30th of September 2005 (Fri), 18:51

I used the 200 AW for 2 weeks walking around London and the bag worked out real good. I was able to change lens and I never dropped a lens because the camera space acts as a shelf to put things. Items in the bag 20D, 10-22mm, 28-135mm, 50mm, 18-55mm, 75-300mm, 420 EX Flash, Batteries, CF Cards, Battery Charger. I really liked the bag. The only problem was the strap would cut into the shoulder after about 6 hours of walking around.

nation

1st of October 2005 (Sat), 17:54

On paper this looked exactly like the sort of bag I was after. I'm curently using a Oakley sling bag which works fine for me but for the awkwardness of a camera digging into my back and the extra care I have to take knowing I have no padding.

Anyway I was able to see these bags in person in London. Some of the general electronics stores on Tottenham Court Road (Kamala and the like) had them as did Jacobs on New Oxford Street. I was only able to see the Slingshot 100 which unfortunately is not suitable for long lenses with the lens attached. I would also think it hard pressed for the 100 to fit a body with battery grip (20d) given the depth - current owners please clarify????

The external dimensions suggest it would be perfect for a body with long lens (i.e. 70-200 f2.8 with hood in place) attached but the bag is designed with a top compartment for throwing in your miscellaneous daily needs. This is seperated from the camera holding area by a fixed partition. So the solution for the long lenses with body would be to cut out the partition. After the dissapointment of the no attached long lenses I didn't bother hanging around to check out more so can't comment on it as more of a general bag but it certainly looks to be of Loewpro's high quality and otherwise thoughtful design.

i2iSTUDIOS

24th of October 2005 (Mon), 12:22

I have this bag and it works well for me.

I can fit my 20D with the 17-200 L f/4.0 in there no problem with room for 2 smaller lenses, my flash, and the giant lightspere II in there.

Coco-Puffs

24th of October 2005 (Mon), 12:40

i was thinking about getting this because my Lowepro Offtrail I is getting small. But I saw the Crumpler bags and i cant decide. I'll have to decide after I get back from my 4 week trip to the States.

and if someone gets a 100 or 200, please give us a review!

i2iSTUDIOS

24th of October 2005 (Mon), 13:46

I have one, what do you want to know?

Coco-Puffs

24th of October 2005 (Mon), 13:55

I have one, what do you want to know?

maybe im crosseyed or something, but i missed your first post (and its right above mine LOL).

well im used to using a backpack when i carry heavy stuff (like my books for school), and i have a shoulderbag but thats because I only carry a camera and a lens.

so i was wondering if the Slingshot would put too much weight on the shoulder. b/c walking around Tokyo in a heavy shoulder bag isnt the best thing to do...

DavidEB

24th of October 2005 (Mon), 14:11

I have the tamrac velocity 9 and like it a lot but this one looks a little better due to the opening in the side rather than the top. with the tamrac, smaller gear ends up down at the bottom and you have to fish for it. on other hand, the tamrac holds my 70-200 f2.8 AND the 300f4, with room for one other lens on the side. also, I am impressed with Lowe's AW rain covers.

i2iSTUDIOS

25th of October 2005 (Tue), 13:46

maybe im crosseyed or something, but i missed your first post (and its right above mine LOL).

well im used to using a backpack when i carry heavy stuff (like my books for school), and i have a shoulderbag but thats because I only carry a camera and a lens.

so i was wondering if the Slingshot would put too much weight on the shoulder. b/c walking around Tokyo in a heavy shoulder bag isnt the best thing to do...
it's quite comfortable to walk around with since it the strap goes aross the body. There is a 2nd strap that attaches if you are really moving around but I haven't needed to use it. It's not the biggest thing out there though, just keep that in mind. I carry my 20D, 17-40L, 70-200L, 580EX, lighsphere II. I have room for 1 small lens, that's it. If you have more than that it won't fit.

Swinging it around is very nice to be able to do but changing lenses on the fly isn't very easy but can be done. It's not easy because I am usually standing and can't set the camera down anywhere.

Coco-Puffs

25th of October 2005 (Tue), 13:55

it's quite comfortable to walk around with since it the strap goes aross the body. There is a 2nd strap that attaches if you are really moving around but I haven't needed to use it. It's not the biggest thing out there though, just keep that in mind. I carry my 20D, 17-40L, 70-200L, 580EX, lighsphere II. I have room for 1 small lens, that's it. If you have more than that it won't fit.

Swinging it around is very nice to be able to do but changing lenses on the fly isn't very easy but can be done. It's not easy because I am usually standing and can't set the camera down anywhere.

thanks for the review! ill probably be using it along with my bicycle so that second strap'll probably be a big help.

all i usually carry (...all that i own) is a D30+18-55mm (kit lens), Tamron 28-200mm a EF25 extention tube, extra CF cards and batteries, but thats about it. the only thing I plan on buying anytime soon is maaaaybe a 50mm f1.8 and a 420EX if my wallet allows me. I have enough gear for a newbie, but not enough skills. I'll also have an iPod, cell, and other small things but thatll probably fit on the top compartment.

I'll have to goto a store where they have a Lowepro Slingshot and a Crumpler so i can do a side-by-side comparison.

Cassie

25th of October 2005 (Tue), 14:05

What appealed to me about this bag, at least from pictures, is that it can quickly be pulled to the front of you for either equipment removal, or safe keeping.

That's what got me too, I've looked for the bag locally, but its never in stock so I ordered the 100 from B&H Friday, even though they are closed until the 27th, I'll still get it before its in stock locally:rolleyes:

NullMind

26th of October 2005 (Wed), 14:13

I have this bag and it works well for me.

I can fit my 20D with the 17-200 L f/4.0 in there no problem with room for 2 smaller lenses, my flash, and the giant lightspere II in there.

Do you have the 100 or the 200

I have a 20D myself, and the smaller 100 looked more what I am looking for, just need ot make sure the 20D fits nicely :)

Any chances for some pics of the bag with the cam in ?

i2iSTUDIOS

26th of October 2005 (Wed), 14:40

I have the Slingshot 200 AW. I just got the nifty 50 and that fits in it too. I just try to arrange everything to I have access to everything I need from the side. I can still fit more in it but i'd have to remove the lightsphere II.

discgames

31st of October 2005 (Mon), 13:07

sonton, you mentioned having the Slingshot 200 and 70-200 f/4 ... can you fit that lens attached to your camera in the bag, and still have easy access?

grumpyhaggis

31st of October 2005 (Mon), 17:16

Anyone have any pictures of the 100 or 200 in use?

i2iSTUDIOS

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 07:12

sonton, you mentioned having the Slingshot 200 and 70-200 f/4 ... can you fit that lens attached to your camera in the bag, and still have easy access?
Yup, I have arranged it so that I can have any lens on and still have access to any other lens easily. :) The 20d and the 70-200 attached will fit just to it's max limit on the slingshot 200

i2iSTUDIOS

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 07:13

Anyone have any pictures of the 100 or 200 in use?
I can probably take pictures with my roommates camera (my old cam) and show it to you guys later, but I've been a bit busy processing a photoshoot. Man that takes a while on an old pc.

NullMind

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 12:09

I can probably take pictures with my roommates camera (my old cam) and show it to you guys later, but I've been a bit busy processing a photoshoot. Man that takes a while on an old pc.

Please do :)

Cassie

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 14:08

i2iSTUDIOS

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 15:45

I just got my lowepro 100 from B&H, wow, its a lot smaller than I imagined, oh well, everything should fit, I just won't be able to carry photo magazines and my book of photography will have to go on the shelf now.....if I had it to do all over again, I would probably get the 200.
that's what I said when I got the 200, thank god I didn't get the 100, how the hell would I have fit all this stuff in there!

i2iSTUDIOS

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 17:04

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Cassie

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 18:44

Thanks for the pics!

If you have a 20D go for the 200, you will be dissapointed if you get the 100:rolleyes:

discgames

1st of November 2005 (Tue), 23:16

Thanks so much for the info and the pics!

richardomar

2nd of November 2005 (Wed), 05:29

Hi
Thanks to everyone for all the useful posts onthis subject. I am looking for a good carrying solution for an eos20d with 17-85mm usuall attached plus a few lenses - flash - etc. Nice to have space for a few things like PDA or phone as well. I have always used conventional camera bags before and I have looked at various backpacks but the slow access worries me. The Slingshot looks great - if it has enough capacity.
Has anyone tried it with the eos20d - battery grip and 17-85 (with hood) or similar attached?
Would welcome views.

tcaran

2nd of November 2005 (Wed), 18:51

I purchased the 200 model and liked it but returned it for the 100. For me, loading up the larger 200 was just too much weight for a sling type bag. My right shoulder was separated a long time ago and that is likely a factor in my comfort, but you should keep in mind all that weight will be on your right shoulder.

Also, my purpose for the bag is to have something that would allow me to grab my camera and have it with me and easily accessible around town, travelling, etc - not to carry everything I (will someday) own into the bush or wherever. A couple of lenses and maybe a flash is enough growing room for me. If I need to carry more I'll get a backpack.

The 100 is defintiely smaller. My 20D with the Tamron 28-75mm attached fits well, but I did have to turn the lens hood around (although it did squeeze in with the hood in the ready position). It's a great bag and very well made; the size you need will depend on your intended use and of course the lenses you want to carry. Hope this helps.

richardomar

2nd of November 2005 (Wed), 18:57

tcaran

2nd of November 2005 (Wed), 19:01

Thanks for your view - the thing that I am most concerned about with these two bags is whether they have the depth to take an eos20d with the battery grip - I have large clumsy hands so I keep it attached all the time.

I don't have a battery grip so I can't give you a definitive answer. I did just look again and there is room to spare in the height, but I don't know how big the grip is.

NullMind

3rd of November 2005 (Thu), 04:03

Cassie

3rd of November 2005 (Thu), 15:15

tcaran - Also, my purpose for the bag is to have something that would allow me to grab my camera and have it with me and easily accessible around town, travelling, etc - not to carry everything. A couple of lenses and maybe a flash is enough growing room for me. If I need to carry more I'll get a backpack.

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This is why I didn't send it back. I don't need to carry a whole lot of stuff, at the most I will have 2 lenses, and a flash sometime in the future. I carry my camera everyday and didn't want a huge bag to carry around. So I took out one pocket and it works for now. :p

Also, remeber that neck straps take up a lot of room, the picture on the lowepro brochure shows the camera fitting in there real nice, but notice there is no strap attached.:lol:

I sold my fuji, but I will try to get a friends camera phone and take a pic of the 100 with a 20d.

pehabe

3rd of November 2005 (Thu), 18:02

sonton2003... thanks for detail picture ;)
this is what i am looking for...

Mike K

4th of November 2005 (Fri), 22:34

I compared the 200 with the Velocity 9 at B&H. The velocity is a larger bag, and doesn't open as conveniently. Also I have the 1DmkII which is a fairly tall camera, about 6.5 inches from tripod mount to the flash bracket. Thus the depth required is too much for the 100. Those who asked about a 10/20D or 5D with the extra vertical grip/battery, I believe this will be the case too, that the Slingshot 100 will be too shallow. I normally keep the 24-70L F2.8 lens on, and it does fit into the case as designed (sideways) but with only small spaces for other lenses like a 50 f1.4 and a flash. I can put a 70-200L IS f2.8 lens on the 1DmkII and get it into the bag lengthwise, but it kind of takes up the whole bag. On the other hand the end compartment (triangular shaped one at the top) is big enough to fit most lenses; I can easily fit my 100 f2.8 macro there or a flash and a sandwich.

I've used it a few times (I also have a much larger backpack) and have found it quick and useful. great design.
Mike K

KFO

8th of November 2005 (Tue), 15:33

I'm interested in the SlingShot and this thread was very informative. I think this will be an ideal travel bag for me. Thanks everyone.

BrianEE93

8th of November 2005 (Tue), 17:41

I am looking at one of these bags but was concerned about the way it opened on the side. It seems like if you are not careful you could have something fall out. I was kind of leaning toward the Velocity 9 even though it may be a little hard to get into. It also seems like the velocity has a lot more room if needed. The first standard bag I bought for my 20D I am out growing and I don't want it to happen again.

bolantej

8th of November 2005 (Tue), 19:41

ther are quick release tabs that keep that main flap from opening all of the way wehn just opening to get the camera out. i can see what you mena if you have to open it all the way to retrieve a lens or something. i prefer the regular old shoulder bags most of the time.

Gaylord H

10th of November 2005 (Thu), 04:02

Had a Slingshot, but returened it. With a 70-200 attached with the hood reversed it kept snagging while pulling out of bag. Had to wiggle it a lot to get it out. Now have a Lowepro mintrekker 200 backpack. Much, much better even though it really needs to be sat down to get cmera out.

MDJAK

20th of November 2005 (Sun), 07:28

Can someone tell me whether a 1 series would fit in the 200? Let's say with the 24-7- f2.8 attached with the hood reversed?
Or perhaps the 70-300 DO IS which is somewhat smaller.
Thanks.

Mike K

20th of November 2005 (Sun), 10:47

Can someone tell me whether a 1 series would fit in the 200? Let's say with the 24-7- f2.8 attached with the hood reversed?
Or perhaps the 70-300 DO IS which is somewhat smaller.
Thanks.

Yes the 24-70 with hood reversed will fit. I responded to your other thread on this topic.

Technological

21st of November 2005 (Mon), 19:26

I got the 100 AW today. It's smaller than i thought.

I was hoping i could fit all my gear inside. While i CAN, it's cramped. Plus i have to keep 50mm in the top pocket :(

KFO

22nd of November 2005 (Tue), 16:46

I got the 100 AW today. It's smaller than i thought.

I was hoping i could fit all my gear inside. While i CAN, it's cramped. Plus i have to keep 50mm in the top pocket :(

I looked at the 100 AW in person and felt it was just too small, so I ordered the 200 AW. Still, I dont think it will offer much room for growth, but thats okay for now. I rather have the convenience of not having to take it off to pull out my camera. It looks like the perfect bag to walk around with, especially while traveling.

i2iSTUDIOS

23rd of November 2005 (Wed), 17:06

I just got back from a hiking trip up in Seattle, and in Puerto Rico, the back worked great. I swapped lenses constantly (because I don't have a travel lens) and it was no problem swinging it around and around and around and it felt very good while hiking, it was great!

NORRITT

25th of November 2005 (Fri), 07:07

hello,

I just wanted to order the SlingShot 200. But I am not sure, if a Sigma AF 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX (HSM) or Tamron AF 70-210mm f/2.8 SP LD will fit in it attached on a cam? One of them is on my wishlist and will be the always on lens. They are pretty large. Will the fit in that bag attached on?

Is the SlingShot 200 water resistant and comfortable is it on longer trips?

sonton2003, unfortunatly the pictures above are viewable. Can you upload them again?

Thank you! :)

Mike K

25th of November 2005 (Fri), 14:16

I don't have these lenses, but have the Canon 70-200L 2.8 IS which I presume must be as large (and probably a bit heavier) than the Sigma or Tamaron equivlents. You didn't mention what body you have as this will make a difference but as I mentioned on the previous page this lens will fit with a 1D series body which is quite bulky. The camera/lens combination will take up the length of the slingshot 200 chamber with room for perhaps one extra lens plus the end compartment for flashes, etc.
The Lowepro Slingshot 200AW name indicates that the AW is for All Weather. It has a waterproof cover tucked into the base of the pack that covers all of the bag except for the part on your back. Its construction fabrics are not anything special.
Mike K

NORRITT

25th of November 2005 (Fri), 14:33

the cam will be a minolty 5d, it is as big as a canon 350d. you mean by lenght of the sligshot 200 that it still can be used as on the pictures from lowepro or do you have to flip it 90° in your bag or something?

Thank you for your help, mike. I will order it tomorrow. I looks so useful.

Mike K

25th of November 2005 (Fri), 15:15

Go to the www.lowepro.com website, go to products, sling bags, slingshot 200AW, specifications. The short dimension (15 cm) is for the height of the camera in its normal face down orientation, while the 22 cm dimension is the length of the lens/camera combination in this orientation. The long dimension (30cm) is along the length of the bag with the dividers removed. With a 70-200 you may have to use this direction to store the camera, (my camera 70-200 is >> 22 cm) not as shown in the pics.
Mike K

NORRITT

25th of November 2005 (Fri), 18:54

thanks mike, I will try it! :)

boomtonic

27th of November 2005 (Sun), 10:34

I have the AW200 and it has quickly become my most-used bag. For me, it's a comfortable bag (I've been using courier bags for years as day bags) and the sling feature for access works great. I can work directly in the bag w/o having to stop walking at all. The only negative I have experienced is the strap on mine slips a bit during extended wear. I just cinch it back up every now and then and keep going. I'll be researching my options to fix this issue soon. If I could change anything on it, I'd want a larger generic storage area for personal items and a reconfigured outer pocket to make it easier to grab small things like pens and business cards.

For 10 days around Europe, it held a 20d w/ 17-40 f4L attached (lens hood not attached), a 50 f1.4and hood, a few filters, mini tripod, clamp mount, portable hard drive, various cables, spare CF cards, and a cleaning kit. Since it was my day pack as well, the outer pockets had glasses case, pens/paper, maps, etc. The AW hood was just pretty much daily and it worked very well to protect the contents. I also attached a separate pouch to the outside of the bag to hold my windbreaker.

For kids soccer games, the AW200 holds the 20d w/grip and a 70-200 f4L attached (hood reversed), the 17-40, hard drive, CF cards, and cleaning kit. I reconfigure the dividers so the camera body is resting on the bottom of the bag (while in it's body-worn position). I use it 99% of the time at a soccer game, but when switching to the 17-40, the 70-200 rests nicely along the bottom of the bag.

SunTsu

30th of January 2007 (Tue), 05:37

Has anyone tried fitting a 5D, a 24-105mm, and a 580EX inside the main compartment of the 100?

jklewer

12th of February 2007 (Mon), 12:59

I have the 200AW and it kills my back on even considerately-lengthed walks. (I'm talking from the car to a sporting event-across a large parking lot). I have everything in my signature in the bag, and I am definitely in good shape, no problems there. This bag is about to go the way of the buffalo for a real backpack style case.

joshbehan

12th of February 2007 (Mon), 22:28

i have the 300aw and i love it. you could easily fit 30D/70-2002.8 a flash, a light meter, and 3 or 4 more lenses.

dignacio

11th of April 2007 (Wed), 15:47

I've used my 100AW from hiking, mountain biking, and snowboarding. I'm able to fit 4 lenses, 2 primes and 2 zooms. I guess if I really want to max it out, I can fit 5 lenses. I would have to put one more lens and a 420/430ex flash on the top pocket. It's the easiest bag that I've ever used and it's practical. I highly recommend it.

dignacio

11th of April 2007 (Wed), 15:52

Has anyone tried fitting a 5D, a 24-105mm, and a 580EX inside the main compartment of the 100?
I don't see why not. I have the 24-105 lens with a 30D body and I can fit both while the lens is attached to the 30D on my 100AW. The 580ex will fit in nicely with the proper configuration on the dividers.

XTshooter

11th of April 2007 (Wed), 16:49

I've got the 200A/W and I love it. I keep my 350D with the 75-300mm lens attached in the main camera area. Then I also store my 50mm 1.8, kit lens (18-55), Sigma 10-20mm and my Sigma 18-200mm at the same time. In the upper pocket I keep my 430EX flash and Omnibounce as well as business cards, memory and backup batteries. I may require more space as my lens collection grows, but that could be a while.

L.Morey

11th of April 2007 (Wed), 18:10

I had the 200 just a little small for my 30D grip and 70-200 then I sold it and bought the slingshot 300 and its perfect fpr the 70-200 zttached with 2-3 extra lens and my 580 ex

350D_Noob

12th of April 2007 (Thu), 00:09

I have the 200AW and it works for me pretty well. I havn't really had a problem with it being too heavy because of the fact that I always have my camera in my hand anyways.

SunTsu

12th of April 2007 (Thu), 13:06

I ended up getting the 100 and found it was enough for travelling as it's small. My only real complaint is that the velcro on the back that holds in the weather guard, sticks out. As a result, it wrecked a lot of my clothing by rubbing it and actually caused two holes in one of my new sweaters. Be careful of that if you use this and are wearing a knit of some sort.

km4066

12th of April 2007 (Thu), 14:13

A quick question for Slingshot 200 owners:

How many dividers were included in your bag when it was new?

(I'm confused with 2 Lowepro bags and their "native" velcro dividers, which belongs to what...)

Jayson Prentice

13th of April 2007 (Fri), 00:18

My 200 has two larger dividers, with two other smaller ones... (4 total)

spyraling

13th of April 2007 (Fri), 10:31

My 200 has two larger dividers, with two other smaller ones... (4 total)

You might have forgotten one. Mine came with the two large dividers and three smaller ones - one small one to go in each large divider (that's two small ones) plus one more small one to go in between the two larger ones (three small ones altogether).

Jayson Prentice

13th of April 2007 (Fri), 14:25

Oh... Yes Mary is right, I did have one taken out. So there is two large dividers and then three smaller ones.

Echo63

14th of April 2007 (Sat), 02:40

Good Day Panza / All, would you expect the slingshot to hold your/a 20D with your 70-200 2.8L attached?
the 100 and 200 will NOT hold a body with attached 70-200
it will hold one off the body though (it takes a bit of playing to figure it out though

im not 100% sure on the 300 but it should hold a body + 70-200f2.8

martin2day

14th of April 2007 (Sat), 18:28

I'm thinking about getting 100AW model. Is there anyone who knows if a 30D with 24-70/2.8L attached (hood reversed) can fit well?

MDJAK

15th of April 2007 (Sun), 09:31

the 100 and 200 will NOT hold a body with attached 70-200
it will hold one off the body though (it takes a bit of playing to figure it out though

im not 100% sure on the 300 but it should hold a body + 70-200f2.8

Sorry, but you are incorrect. My 200 carries my 1 series with my 70-200 attached. You just have to lay it sideways.

mark

km4066

15th of April 2007 (Sun), 13:53

Oh... Yes Mary is right, I did have one taken out. So there is two large dividers and then three smaller ones.

Sorry for late reply, but thanks! That should help me out... :D

dignacio

17th of April 2007 (Tue), 13:39

I'm thinking about getting 100AW model. Is there anyone who knows if a 30D with 24-70/2.8L attached (hood reversed) can fit well?
I used to have the 100AW. I didn't have a 24-70, but I was able to fit my 24-105 (hood reversed). It was a little tight, but it worked. The 24-70 might be slightly taller and bigger than 24-105. There's a good chance that it will noticibly bulge when it's zipped. If I were you I would go with the 200AW instead. You can have your 30D and 24-70 with hood(non-reverse) on there.

tsxmike

17th of April 2007 (Tue), 15:26

Sorry, but you are incorrect. My 200 carries my 1 series with my 70-200 attached. You just have to lay it sideways.

mark

I can also fit my 70-200 (hood reversed) attached to the XTi and the grip into the 200. I also have in there my 17-70 Sigma (hood reversed), 50mm and a rocket blower.

Costa Del Canon

18th of April 2007 (Wed), 10:00

I spend most of the year in Spain (in the sticks). I can't get any good gear here. So I usually buy over the internet. I got Warehouse express to deliver me a 100aw because I thought it would be big enough for my 20d and a couple of my lenses. It was way too small. I sent it back and they shipped me the 200aw I get my 20d in with 70-300 is DO, two smaller lenses, sekonic l-758 light meter(in it's case), filters etc...2 phones and an i-pod amongst other things! I have just been scrambling over rocks and this bag was great. I give it 11/10. It's much, much better than the 100aw, it comes with a couple of extras that the smaller one doesn't so you get more than just the extra space. I have a bigger bag that holds everything, but it's not pratical to carry, especially on a hot day, so I just choose what I think I'll need and pack my 200. I'm very pleased with it.

Costa Del Canon

18th of April 2007 (Wed), 10:02

_aravena

18th of April 2007 (Wed), 11:29

I finally saw what 100AW is like and dang it's small! The 200AW works perfectly for me right now but it's still abit snug. i guess depending on what i go out for I don't need to take everything like the nifty fifty or 10-20 and I can make room for something else when the time comes.

I don't like huge bags like the 300AW would be so the 200AW is like my grail of bags. Perfect size and it's a backpack. Maybe a compartment for my laptop would make it perfect.

martin2day

18th of April 2007 (Wed), 15:46

Thank you, dignacio. I think 200AW is a better choice.

0110x011

18th of April 2007 (Wed), 16:15

of the 200 & 300, do either have a waist strap?

_aravena

18th of April 2007 (Wed), 16:33

It's not waist...it goes the other way acorss your chest kinda. Half the time I treat it like an bookbag thrown over my shoulder not across. Defeats the purpose I know but it's what I'm used to and I can still get my gear the same way.

Poindexter

19th of April 2007 (Thu), 11:53

Jayson Prentice

19th of April 2007 (Thu), 13:45

Along with poindexter, I was on a nice little journey this morning through a state park and used it. Worked great and I didn't have any problems with it hurting the shoulder, etc... Worked perfect and I love being able to sling it over to the front to change lenses, did that a couple times when I saw something new to capture.

Shadowplay

19th of April 2007 (Thu), 16:23

I had a 200 for sale a bit ago and took a few pictures of the inside for the buyer. I figured they'd be a good reference for this thread.

http://www.eek3.us/ot/_MG_0898.jpg

http://www.eek3.us/ot/_MG_0899.jpg

http://www.eek3.us/ot/_MG_0900.jpg

_aravena

19th of April 2007 (Thu), 16:29

My pics are about to go up int eh Show Us Your Camera Bag Thread. I'll link it in a sec

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/8200/img0648copyxp8.jpg

I labled the 10-20 and 18-50 wrong. I forgot I changed their positions. But where those are, when I open it from the side I can just open the padding from the side and take it out sliding w/e's attached back down the middle.

Randall n LV

11th of June 2009 (Thu), 15:24

Just to add to the praise for the Slingshots:

Last weekend I went on a two hour horseback ride through the Smokey Mountains with my AW 200. About a hour and a half into the ride it started raining. Without demounting the horse, I simply slid the bag to my front and pulled out the rain guard. 30 minutes later I was drenched, but my 1DMKII and 24-105mm L plus other stuff were nice and dry! :cool:

Yes, I would have preferred to not have had anything on my back while riding a horse, but it wasn't bad at all. Maybe every 15 minutes I slid a hand back to push the bag back up my back - bouncing around on the horse will make it slip down, but not bad for a little bag with only one strap. No, I didn't use the waist belt - just the single, main strap.

So would you recommend the 200 aw for Horse back riding? Or is there another bag that is better. My be some kind of saddle bags. I am going to start riding with my wife and her group. Most of their rides are 4-6 hours long. I plan on taking my 20d mounted with a 70-200 f4 is I would like to also take a 10-22/ may be the 50. how easy is it to change lens without dismounting.
Randall

aussie_chicago

12th of June 2009 (Fri), 20:36

I use the aw200 as a primary bag,used it all through my trip in new zealand,hiked the glaciers etc(tough hike) and it worked well,and ditto,it started to rain,slid it over and put the cover on,no problems.I carry the xsi,24-105L,70-200f4L,10-20 sigma,nifty fifty(if needed) as well as couple bits and pieces,no problems.I do use the waiste strap and keep all sinched up pretty tight.My only thing would be,if your female,and use the chest strap,check it out at the store first,it might get a little tight across your clevage.....(can i say that....)