Bag suggestion for camera and lense

lnk wrote in post #5350516
Ive spent more time trying to find a bag that seems right for what i want than i have spent on picking my gear.

Still not sure .......does anyone have the Kata H-14 and if so how do you rate it ??

I have the kata H-14 + the Kata S-308 Sling strap. Great combo that is comfortable, well made, and functional. May be a tad big for what you need to carry, but you will fill it quickly - trust me.

I also have a LowePro Toploader 65 AW that would suit your needs well. The LowePro is a more traditional design, but also well made and sturdy.

I prefer the Kata (I have the LP 65 AW in the FS threads - pm me if you want it ), but that's just me. ymmv.

Another vote for the F-3x. I have my griped 40D, 17-55, 580EX, and a couple other lenses in it as my daily bag with room to spare.

lnk wrote in post #5340234
Anyone got a Kata H-14....it looks quite large

I have one. It will fit my 20d w/o grip and 70-200 2.8 and then has two outside storage areas for a flash, small lens, etc. It is what I use when I want to take a limited amount of gear. I have also added the sling that gives me a place to put filters, batteries, etc.

A Domke F5xb can fit a Canon 40D w/grip and lens. It will be a very tight fit sliding the body "width" side into the F5xb in the narrower position. This is opposite logic, but then you have the length of the bag for your lens.

I personally would look at the Mountainsmith Tour waist pack. I love the Mountainsmith Tour. I have multiple set ups for this bag and it is quite compact and hold a lot of equipment in various configurations, including a 40D w/grip and a lens attached.

You can read my detailed descriptions of the Mountainsmith Tour, and see detailed photos of how I pack mine,in a series of posts dedicated to this bag, on my blog, Flying With Fish, at this link:
http://flyingwithfish.​blogspot.com/search?q=​mountainsmith+tour

This mini review + comments on the Kata H-14 may help.
https://photography-on-the.net …p?t=322529&high​light=H-14

just browsed quick through replies...but I'd suggest Think Tank for sure. Mine's in the mail right now.

I was searching around (just like you're doing) a couple weeks ago for my 20D and it was hands down the best case I found. I knew I wanted a toploader for sure as I want a compact case, with just enough protection and versatility to suffice.

Here's their website: http://www.thinktankph​oto.com/ttp_product_Dg​tlHlstr.php (that's just the toploader link, they sell other kinds too). I got a Digital Holster 20 for my 20D, and am assuming the 40D would fit it too.

What's cool about these cases is that they have an expandable bottom to morph if you want to put a larger lens (or in your case, an extra lens under your smaller one). Come with a full rain cover, tons of protection and just look great. GL!

I have a Kata H-14, which I rarely use.

If anyone is interested, PM me. I am sure we can reach a fair deal.

Have you checked out the Tamarac Velocity line? I have the 8x but the 7x should be fine. I guess it's kinda like a cross between a messenger bag and a sling, that you rotate to the front of your body when you want to take it out and shoot. I like it as the camera is easily accessible without having to take the bag off. It's comfortable and it's light. There are two downsides. You can't wear it on the opposite shoulder. You can't take the other lenses out w/o taking the camera out first. I can live with both of those.

orisky wrote in post #5371859
Have you checked out the Tamarac Velocity line? I have the 8x but the 7x should be fine. I guess it's kinda like a cross between a messenger bag and a sling, that you rotate to the front of your body when you want to take it out and shoot. I like it as the camera is easily accessible without having to take the bag off. It's comfortable and it's light. There are two downsides. You can't wear it on the opposite shoulder. You can't take the other lenses out w/o taking the camera out first. I can live with both of those.

Yes i already have the velocity 8x.......its a comfy bag but a little awkward getting to the camera when i swing it round as it sits a little high on my chest, also with the battery grip on the camera its quite a tight fit.

fishfoto wrote in post #5358866
I personally would look at the Mountainsmith Tour waist pack. I love the Mountainsmith Tour. I have multiple set ups for this bag and it is quite compact and hold a lot of equipment in various configurations, including a 40D w/grip and a lens attached.

You can read my detailed descriptions of the Mountainsmith Tour, and see detailed photos of how I pack mine,in a series of posts dedicated to this bag, on my blog, Flying With Fish, at this link:
http://flyingwithfish.​blogspot.com/search?q=​mountainsmith+tour

I was wondering if you have any experience with the Mountainsmith Tour FX? (~$85) It appears to be a slightly larger version of the MS Tour and has 3 padded dividers among other things.
http://www.mountainsmi​th.com …oryId=27&subCat​egory2Id=0

I have a MS Tour that I bought in 1996 and have really enjoyed using it in the backcountry. I assume not much has changed in the design over the past 12yrs or so. I'm getting into outdoor photography now and will be shooting a lot with the 40D, 10-22, 17-40L, & 70-200 F4 and was wondering how this setup would work with the Tour/Tour FX bag?

Do you have any suggestions on how to use the regular Tour with photography gear? Specifically padding and such. My '96 Tour does not have padding anyware Do the new Tour's have a padde bottom?

Any other info would be great, especially if you've handled the Tour FX!

I've included two pics of the Tour FX (only ones I could find online that show part of the interior of the FX).

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The bag I have for sale actually would work, the Budgie Smuggler. It's like a 4MDH although better made for accessories.

Takke a look @ the Domke F4. Inthe main compartment I can carry my 40d w/lens attached and have room for additional lenses or gear. Then of course there are the pockets on the outside., yet the bag seems small.

dharmon wrote in post #5905984
Takke a look @ the Domke F4. Inthe main compartment I can carry my 40d w/lens attached and have room for additional lenses or gear. Then of course there are the pockets on the outside., yet the bag seems small.

I agree with dharmon.

I just posted pictures of my F-4 here: https://photography-on-the.net …php?p=5905945&p​ostcount=5