What Type Of Bag Do You Use?

[wjlapier]

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

 

[ClaremontPhoto]

If you are out making photos you do not need any bag.

Take one camera, and one lens, and a spare film only.

 

[craygc]

I think the experience of a photographer can be better defined by which bags they dont have 😀

 

[BillP]

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

Regards,

Bill

 

[wjlapier]

If you are out making photos you do not need any bag.

Take one camera, and one lens, and a spare film only.

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😉

 

[ClaremontPhoto]

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...

 

[photo4ls]

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

 

[ww2photog]

I carry a Billingham Hadley when I have to carry a camera and documents, etc. Small smart, looks more like a messenger bag than a Camera bag
http://www.adorama.com/BIPHBT.html

 

[Pablito]

You can't go wrong if you get the rite size Domke.

'Nuff said. Just get their catalog or look online and choose one.

 

[jack palmer]

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.

 

[waileong]

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.

 

[BillBingham2]

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 (;->

 

[sepiareverb]

Domke.

F2 for a long day, small satchel for every other day.

 

[wjlapier]

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.

 

[John Rountree]

Fogg b minor
Perfect size, exquisite build quality.

 

[Marsopa]

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.

 

[BNF]

http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showpost.php?p=723447&postcount=2 🙂

 

[MikeCassidy]

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.

 

[pfoto]

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.

 

[BillP]

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