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Dec 29, 2012 09:34 |  #1

I am looking to pick up a rolling camera bag with a lock. Here are my search criteria:
- rolling bag with a lock
- at least 6.5" in depth
- durable & light rain/water resistant
- nice to have: compartment for tripod/light stand

So far I have found the following bags to fit my need. Are there cheaper alternatives? I don't mind non-brand name items. I rather spend $ on accessories such as cf cards than a bag.

Lowepro pro roller x200 for $300
Thinktank airport international v2 for $370


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Dec 29, 2012 09:37 |  #2

Pelican 1510 or 1560




  
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Dec 29, 2012 12:25 |  #3

If you fly with your prospective rolling camera bag…

Just remember that while it’s a great bag, the LOWEPRO PROROLLER X200 has an external Lineal of 51.1” [exceeds FAA 45” carry-on limits from approx 2009] & is heavy 13.2 lbs!
Bag inner capacity of X200 is 1594 cubic inch .
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THINK TANK AIRPORT INTERNATIONAL V2.0 of 1563 cubic inch(with an external Lineal of 43”; within FAA 45” ) with virtually the same inner cubic content. Weight: 9.5-11.5lbs.

Airlines rules of today are sometimes not the rules of tomorrow - I found that out over the years the hard way, as my Lowepro ProRoller X200 which was many years ago fine for carry-on, is now offside on many airlines!

PELICAN are great, if your primary stated criteria(s) is light rain/water resistant; (I own one of those too), but I find them bulky & heavy.

Like almost any aspect of photography equipment, you pay if you want your equipment light-weight &/or compact.
Just one perspective and some things to consider, good luck…


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P.S. My vote would be for the Think Tank Airport INTERNATIONAL V2.0(if fly internationally), or SECURITY(if only domestic) depending on your capacity requirements.


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Dec 30, 2012 10:01 |  #4

Searching myself along the same lines... I don't fly so the pelican 1510 isn't necessary I went through all other models and settled on the 1564 (1560 with dividers).

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …Waterproof_1560​_Case.html (external link)

Hope that helps, search for the 1564 on here you will see gear filled layouts.

This review here helped me seal the deal https://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthre​ad.php?t=658347


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Dec 30, 2012 10:04 as a reply to  @ Vince00's post |  #5

ken. I have the Lowepro Pro Roller x200. It was ok awhile ago, but, airline rules may have changed. if you do not need to fly, it is great. good luck.


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Dec 30, 2012 16:17 |  #6

Thanks for the suggestions. I won't need to bring it onto the plane. It is primarily used for securing my equipments at an event such as a wedding. I am leaning towards Pelican 1564 because I can fit almost everything in including a studio light.


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Dec 30, 2012 16:25 |  #7

wedding photographer here. we use the airport security v2. its fantastic. the built in locks are a godsend. i have 2 other pelicans i take for my lights. but never again will I use a pelican for my camera gear after using the think tank.


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Dec 30, 2012 21:49 |  #8

I use the Crumpler Flaked Extravaganza, I like the cable to secure it, so that nobody can walk off with it.

https://photography-on-the.net …p=15132995&post​count=5378


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