Whats a good camera bag?

[Calm Blue Ocean]

I would like to know what camera bag would be good for the Nikon D3200 and more than 2 lenses(if possible), and accesories like a tripod, extra battery, battery charger, SD cards, etc.

 

Does anyone have any suggestions?

[pierces]

I'm a fan of LowePro SlingShot and FastPack bags. They both offer the ability to swing them around and access your equipment without taking the bag off.

 

When cruising I carry the kit in the a FastPack 350 along with my netbook and a SlingShot 200 empty in the checked luggage. When going ashore, I pack what I will need for the day in the smaller Slingshot to keep it light.

 

I carry a Velbon UltraMaxi tripod along (not in the bag...tripods don't "bag" well) but have only used it a half-dozen times in the last dozen cruises. I recently picked up a Giottos mini tabletop tripod that will fit in my bag. I added a small ballhead to the base and it will hold the DSLR quite well. I intend to use it for interiors since it will literally fit in my back pocket while wandering about the ship.

 

 

Dave

[Calm Blue Ocean]

Is there much difference between the SlingShot 200 and SlingShot 202?

[mrell345]

I would like to know what camera bag would be good for the Nikon D3200 and more than 2 lenses(if possible), and accesories like a tripod, extra battery, battery charger, SD cards, etc.

 

Does anyone have any suggestions?

 

Honestly, when you are on vacation you want to be carrying the least amount possible. For two lenses, spare batteries and Spare memory card which is the most you should carry while actually taking pictures a fanny pack should be good. For traveling from home to embarkation I have a Lowepro backpack that I can put my camera, lenses, flash, chargers and netbook in.

 

As for my Strap, I recently upgraded to a Black Rapid over the shoulder sling vice the around the neck Canon (Steal me) strap, I get less sore necks at the end of the day now.

 

This article really made me stop and think about all the stuff I used to carry all the time.

 

http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/how-to-spot-an-amateur.htm

[seadancer]

Count me as another lowepro fan . Make sure you get an A/W model that way you can pull out the rain cover if need be . You can go to there site and they have a bag locator based on your needs.

[Calm Blue Ocean]

That's great. Thanks. I wouldn't be looking at DSLR's, but that is the type of camera that I need for this job.

 

I have a Kodak EasyShare C180 at the moment. It is a great camera, but the career I'd like needs a better camera and I'm hoping the D3200 will be good.

 

Thanks again for the help! :D

[pierces]

Is there much difference between the SlingShot 200 and SlingShot 202?

 

Newer model...not much difference.

 

Dave

[Calm Blue Ocean]

Ok. That's good to know.

[seadancer]

I would also recommend once you think you've found your bag go on YouTube and see what the reviews are. This will give you a great idea in what other people fit in the bag your interested in.

[Calm Blue Ocean]

I would also recommend once you think you've found your bag go on YouTube and see what the reviews are. This will give you a great idea in what other people fit in the bag your interested in.

 

Ok, thanks for the idea. I will make sure that I try and do that.

[scubacruiserx2]

I like the Clik Traveler . It carries everything plus an ipad mini and phone.

 

 

 

I have a Clik wrist strap attached to the camera. When its closed it doesn't look like a camera bag.

 

[Calm Blue Ocean]

I'll look into that. Thanks.

[awboater]

My preference is a Think Tank Speed Freak. You cannot fit a tripod in it, but otherwise, it is perfect size for a DSLR and a couple of lenses.

 

I have realized over the years that the camera bag large enough to hold everything is likely too heavy to carry.

 

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/products/speed-freak-v2.aspx

[Nole0202]

I use a simple backpack while travelling to the ship and just a plain book bag while in port.

Try not to use something that screams "EXPENSIVE CAMERA".

It does minimize the risk of someone running off with your bag.....

[Calm Blue Ocean]

Okay. Thanks for the ideas and tips!

[Mr. Click]

Think Tank Retrospective bags are great too. They come in various sizes, I have the Retro 50. Made solid and backed up even better. I wore out two lowe pro rollers before I gave up and invested in Think Tank gear.

[Calm Blue Ocean]

I will look into that.

[oneputt18]

Love my Tamrac Velocity 9x.

 

 

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[mocnix]

I use the Lowepro Hatchback 22l When traveling. Fits everything I need. and you still can swing it around to access your gear with out having to take it off. Great day pack. http://www.lowepro.com/photo-hatchback-aw