What Type Of Bag Do You Use?

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What type of bag do you use if you're out taking pictures? My kit has grown since I last shared my pic of my S2 with 5cm 1.4. I've purchased a CV21 f/4, Nikon 105 f/2.5 with view finder, and CV II Light Meter. I'd like to get all this in a bag, but it doesn't have to be a vintage leather one. So, what do you have and maybe share a picture of it with your gear. Oh yeah, I also ordered a Luigi 1/2 case with strap for my S2 thanx to Kent Joolsten's picture of his camera and lenses:)

Bill
 
With that kit, it should be camera in hand, and the rest in pockets. You don't need a bag.

Regards,

Bill
 
ClaremontPhoto said:
If you are out making photos you do not need any bag.

Take one camera, and one lens, and a spare film only.
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This is my plan when out shooting.

I guess I should have been clearer on the bag thing. I'm looking for a bag that I can store it all in when I travel or when at home.

Some clever replies though;)
 
I'm laughing here.

You need a bag to store cameras and lenses at home?

I drop 'em on the table by the front door.

As for travel I take one camera with me, and any others wrapped in my clean shirts way inside my carry-on case.

On the return journey the shirts are not so clean...
 
what type of bag

what type of bag

I have a Domke and they offer quite a few in the" F" line of bags, and I also have a F64
that I bought from one RFF member. You can't go wrong if you get the rite size Domke.




Leica M3
Nikon FM3a
Nikon FM2
 
Billingham 225. Stores everthing and great for travel. Then when you get there , leave it in the hotel and carry your gear in your pockets.
 
Bags are necessary. If you're going for a real short trip, a photo vest or a hip/fanny bag can be used. For a slightly more involved shoot (say 2 bodies, 3 lenses), a shoulder bag is good. For a real involved shoot (with flash, tripod, multiple filters, etc) a backpack is the logical choice.

The question is not the bag or even the type, but the brand-- some say Domke, some say Lowepro, etc.
 
Diaper bag with a closecell foam bottom (cut up beer can wrap) worked great for me. My 105 goes into big sock, my 25 went into a small sock, the S2 had a Domkie wrap over it. I used the same bag (I purchased several for $8 each at Target some years back) for my Leica M systems. 3 or 4 lenses and a body. It has a nice side pouch for my L-318 meter.

As I've added a 35 to my S3 kit I am fixing an old Tenba bag my wife used years ago. More closecell foam, keeping stuff very low profile.

If I were to purchase a bag it would be this one:
http://www.rei.com/product/748536
I would get some more closedcell foam and build a custom inside. They come in several colors, local REI stores have a very special one (read UGLY) for $35 but it's a bit too special for me.

B2 (;->
 
I have four bags none of which is small enough, or well padded enough. I thought about another Crumpler as I have the 6 mil home. My favorite for my D300 with one lens mounted, second small lens and flash is a Mountainsmith Blaze. Thanx for the ideas. I forgot about Domke.
 
I use National Geo. bags (small and medium), they are very good sized for rf cameras and lenses... don' know why but it seems it is not a very wellcome brand here.
 
I use a bag 90% of time. I've a M3 and an old Rollie neither have light meters so I carry a meter. I also carry several rolls of film, usually 4-5 Tri-X, then some PanF and FP4. I like to have my 35mm and 50mm with me; sometimes also my 90mm.

So I tend to carry bag, bike cycle bag.
 
Canvas Domke. F-2 for all your gear, F-6 for most of it, Safrotto F-803 clone for a small amount. See eBay auction # 290189065254. This is just a fantastic little bag and the insert is of the highest quality, much better than the Domke insert.
 
Ah, I understand the question now!

For me there are four types of bag, in two categories:

1. Non-photographic:

1.1 Briefcase

I have a small black Italian leather briefcase that is my normal, day to day office use carry-all. It takes my laptop and charger, and a small amount of paperwork. It has a detachable shoulder-strap and would not look out of place in any boardroom. Inside I have fitted a Billingham Hadley insert which enables me to use it as a camera bag when I want to carry kit while "on duty"

1.2 Shoulder bag

I carry a shoulder bag at weekends just because I like to keep my hands free. It is big enough for bits and pieces, and my camera of choice which sits loose in the main compartment, on top of a folded up dishdash.

2. Photographic

2.1 Small

This ranges from belt pouches up to a small Safrotto F803 type, or a Billingham Hadley Pro. Small enough to not get too heavy for a day's walking around. This is for dedicated shooting.

2.2. Large

Big Domke, LowePro backpack, etc. Long distance travel, or big kit portage.

Hope this helps.

Regards,

Bill
 
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