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May 01, 2010 22:44 |  #1

Hi. I currently own

Rebel XS with battery grip
-18-55 kit lens
-75-300mm f/4-5.6 (dont really like this lens. :( )
-50mm f/1.8
-Soon to own 430EX

Expodiscs, filters, and usb cable


Currently I carry it all in a canon backpack:
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …luxe_Backpack_2​00_EG.html (external link)

The only problem I have with the backpack is that I have to set down everything to switch from telephoto to wide angle and such.

Would the 5 million dollar home
1. hold all of this?
2. be faster to switch lenses?
3. Be comfortable to carry around during sporting events?




  
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May 01, 2010 23:04 |  #2

Viva-photography wrote:
...The only problem I have with the backpack is that I have to set down everything to switch from telephoto to wide angle and such.

Not to mention the fact that some people(like me) get an uncomfortably sweaty back from carrying such a pack.

I purchased the same backpack for far less, and I like it as a storage container.
It holds my longest lenses and a few accessories, but I never carry it on me
because it makes my back sweat like crazy. It made my back sweat so much,
there are salt stains on it from my perspiration. There were even salt stains
on the T-shirt I wore, the day I used the pack.

If you're set on a backpack design, there'll be plenty of suggestions to follow, I'm sure.

I would suggest a shoulder bag for you, while there will undoubtedly be other
suggestions for more-suitable backpack designs. It really comes down to a
personal preference, and I'm sure I've managed to tell you how much I do not
like a backpack for myself. If you prefer a backpack, then take in the suggestions
which are sure to follow.


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May 01, 2010 23:20 |  #3

Oh, here's my take on the 7MDH clone, as a comparison:
https://photography-on-the.net …?p=10086931&pos​tcount=382

See the entire thread HERE.


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May 01, 2010 23:23 |  #4

Have a look at the review of the 6 MDH - link in my signature. I think you might be pushing it with the 5MDH with a gripped camera, three lenses and a flash.


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May 02, 2010 12:24 |  #5

the 6mdh is a shoulder bag, right?

What Im looking for is something where I can switch between lenses while standing up.
The inside of the 6mdh looks like thats do-able...right?




  
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May 02, 2010 12:45 |  #6

You are correct. I keep the bag slung towards my back, then bring it around to switch lenses or grab other stuff. It stays on my shoulder the whole time.


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May 02, 2010 21:12 |  #7

The 5 MDH will be too small. The 6 MDH or 7 MDH will work.
I prefer the shoulder bags for the same reason.


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May 02, 2010 21:42 |  #8

5MDH is too small, I have it, wont fit all your stuff. 7MDH would be best


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May 11, 2010 22:55 |  #9

i have the 5MDH and it barely holds 3 lenses i didnt think i was gonna get so much i kinda wish i got a 6 or 7 instead


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May 12, 2010 10:43 |  #10

5mdh is def too small...go for the 6
i fit the gear in my sig plus room for misc items


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May 12, 2010 14:05 |  #11

Viva-photography wrote in post #10104499 (external link)
Hi. I currently own

Rebel XS with battery grip
-18-55 kit lens
-75-300mm f/4-5.6 (dont really like this lens. :( )
-50mm f/1.8
-Soon to own 430EX

Expodiscs, filters, and usb cable

Would the 5 million dollar home
1. hold all of this?
2. be faster to switch lenses?
3. Be comfortable to carry around during sporting events?

1. If I were you I would go to a local camera store and try them out. I have 5MDH. I used it with my xsi and generally i had no problems at all with 3 lenses. If you add a flash and a grip you are pushing it, but may still manage it (18-55+50 may go together in one of the compartments). 6mdh will be a better fit.
2. i bet it will be once you learn to do it on the fly. I am able to switch them with one hand holding the camera and the other doing the lens switching.
3. 5mdh is very nice and compact and I find it generally comfortable. cannot vouch for the 6mdh as it is bigger. once again try it in your local camera store.


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May 12, 2010 16:54 |  #12

I would go for the 6MDH. I have a 5MDH and a 7MDH clone and I'm pretty sure your gear wouldn't all fit in the 5MDH comfortably.


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May 12, 2010 21:54 |  #13

snj1013 wrote in post #10169637 (external link)
I would go for the 6MDH. I have a 5MDH and a 7MDH clone and I'm pretty sure your gear wouldn't all fit in the 5MDH comfortably.

Haha I think we have the same clone bags. ;)

The 5MDH is good for a camera+lens attached and 2 additional lenses (or flash), and they can only be small to medium sized lenses.

I think a 6MDH would be a great size (I wish I had one), but if you are trying to stick with one bag then I would recommend the 7MDH. It's a little bigger but allows room to expand. I can comfortably hold a gripped xxD with lens attached, 4 other lenses up to 70-200 f/2.8 in size, and a little extra room for filters and other stuff.


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May 12, 2010 22:31 |  #14

I had a 5mdh and switched to domke b/c they fit 10X more stuff.


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