Kata H-14 & S-308

I have seen a number of good reviews for the Kata H-14 and am planning picking this up for an upcoming trip to Disney. I expect to carry the 400D (perhaps with the grip), as well as the 17-55mm 2.8IS, 10-22mm, and a 580ex. I also own the 70-200mm 2.8 IS and while not planning on taking it this trip, I am happy to see that the Kata H-14 can accommodate this lens as well.

However, I do not have the option of seeing this bag in person and I am having trouble picturing the scale of this bag. How does it compare (in size) with the LowelPro Slingshot 200AW?

Also, I would really appreciate it if anyone can post a picture of this bag used in conjunction with an S-308.

Thanks!

Here is a stock example..shown with the H-12:

I purchased the S-308 with the H-14

I feel it is a "mickey mouse" (sorry about that) design, ie: not good.
The method of attachment for the holster leaves a lot to be desired, it didn't feel real secure when the H-14 was loaded up, and also the shoulder strap is a bit short for me. Also there is not a lot of extra storage in the S-308. I am not using it at all.

If out for a full days shooting, like motor racing, I find it is best with the H-14 shoulder strap across your chest and a solid belt thread through the loops on the H-14.

Here is a review (but not with the H-14) of the S-308

http://www.amazon.com …ase-Carrier/dp/B0009DRHTK

Just came back from Disney last week. The trip taught me 2 things.

1. Keep you kit light. The average heat index was 110, you don't want to be carrying around a lot of stuff in that heat. So I would only take what you need. I went with my 400D griped, 17-55 IS (used 90% of the time) and my 70-300 IS and was very glad I took no more.

2. Get a good bag that eases strain on the back. Going light will help here as well, but get a good easily accessible bag. I don't like to leave my camera around my neck so easy access was important to me. My learning from the trip was I need a better travel bag.

Anyway, I'll be interested to know what you go with. Best of luck. Below is a firework pic from Epcot to get you in the mood.

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Thanks for the input. We are going to be there during the second week of November...and I don't plan on full days as I will be there for around 10 days total. I am also staying within Disney (Yacht Club) so I hope to have easy access to some downtime. Hopefully the temperatures, and crowds will be lower than the norm.

From reading the other threads here, it became apparent that many people were very happy with the 17-55 IS for most of their shots. I figure that a wideangle will also yield some good shots. Those are the only things (400D, 17-55IS and 10-22mm) that are definitely going with me. Will also have a P&S (SD800) incase the gear is too much of a pain to lug around.

I do have a Slingshot 200 AW, but I felt this was too big to carry around. I am hoping that the H-14 would be a better choice.

Loved the fireworks shot. I have no experience shooting fireworks and have been reading up on it. Please do share the settings you used to take that shot. Also, did you find it worthwhile to have the 70-300 with you?

Thanks again for all the input.

pgiancola wrote in post #3734817
Just came back from Disney last week. The trip taught me 2 things.

1. Keep you kit light. The average heat index was 110, you don't want to be carrying around a lot of stuff in that heat. So I would only take what you need. I went with my 400D griped, 17-55 IS (used 90% of the time) and my 70-300 IS and was very glad I took no more.

2. Get a good bag that eases strain on the back. Going light will help here as well, but get a good easily accessible bag. I don't like to leave my camera around my neck so easy access was important to me. My learning from the trip was I need a better travel bag.

Anyway, I'll be interested to know what you go with. Best of luck. Below is a firework pic from Epcot to get you in the mood.

Great time of year to go there. You will love using your 17-55 IS there, I found it to be the perfect lens. I only used the 70-300 IS when I was on the safari ride at Animal Kingdom, other than that it was pretty much untouched. Below are two shots I took with the 70-300. The one of the Elephant I like as it make it look like I was hiding in the tall grass when in fact I was moving in a truck.

As for the fireworks shot, the EXIF is below.

Camera: 400D
Lens: 17-55 f/2.8 IS
Mode: Manual
Shutter Speed: 3.2 seconds
Apeture: f/9
ISO: 100
Focal Length: 23mm

Also below is some info from another post of mine talking about places to take good fireworks at Disney. Just keep in mind you will need a tripod, remote switch, etc. for good fireworks shots.

Magic Kingdom:

Approaching Cinderella's castle walking up main street go to the right of it as if you are walking to Tomorrow Land. As you make the turn immediately to the left is a Kodak Picture spot. About 45 min prior to the fireworks the Disney potog will leave and you can walk up to this fence and setup with your tripod. I was there two nights and not many people came up to the area, seems pretty unknown for watching the action. Some people will hop the fence after the parade is done, but they don't stay. Each night I was there only one family was next to me, plenty of room for a tripod.

I wish I had a pic to post of fireworks from this great spot, but the first night I didn't know we would be there and didn't have my tripod and the second it rained like a mad man and I didn't take my gear out so as to keep it dry.

Trust me though, with my 17-55 IS I could have framed the fireworks with the castle on the left and trees below if I wanted and still got all the action. Very nice location.

Epcot:

Go into Italy and you'll find a small Italian style bridge. Pick a spot anywhere on this bridge and you'll be all set. People don't go on to it until right before the actions begins so you'll be left alone to setup. There is an alcove right below it that would also be a great vantage spot but that is where most people hang out and in my opinion it is no better than the bridge and you won't have to fight for real estate on the bridge.

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