looking for a good camera bag and a laptap bag. still deciding if i want an all in one bag or separate one. deciding between tamrac and lowepro. any place i can check these bags out locally?thanks

lowepro - infomaxxx (greenbelt, greenhills, megamall)
tamrac - jt photoworld
crumpler - digital walker (greenhills, park square one, market market)

lowepro - infomaxxx (greenbelt, greenhills, megamall)
tamrac - jt photoworld
crumpler - digital walker (greenhills, park square one, market market)

thanks nino. will check out digital walker

Just to add...

Stronghand (Roces Blvd, QC) also carries some lowepro products. Not all though since Stronghand sells gun accessories. I was able to get Lowepro lens cases as well as their belt and sliplock products.

IMHO, get two separate bags since there will be more days when you don't need to lug both of them with you.

If budget permits, buy an all-in-one in the future... or sabay na now.

lowepro - infomaxxx (greenbelt, greenhills, megamall)
tamrac - jt photoworld
crumpler - digital walker (greenhills, park square one, market market)

Hi Nino,

Where exactly in greenhills can i find crumpler?

I don't know where digital walker is in greenhills but there's this apple store near nike forums (i think) that carries a few crumplers.

Some Tamrac models could also be found in infomaxx.

I believe Digital Walker is in VMall... 3rd level if I'm not mistaken...

just to add. digital walker has a branch in sm mall of asia. jt photoworld has a branch in p. tamo near phil. daily inquirer head office near shopwise cor. v. cruz ext. jt has on stock the adventure 7 and 9 series.

Carlo, Lowepro products in Cathay Photo Singapore are almost 1/3 of the Infomaxx prices. You can windowshop in Infoxmaxx Park Square for what you like and have it bought in Singapore with the rest of your stuff.

Carlo, Lowepro products in Cathay Photo Singapore are almost 1/3 of the Infomaxx prices. You can windowshop in Infoxmaxx Park Square for what you like and have it bought in Singapore with the rest of your stuff.

thanks tj, im going to check out jt photoworld, digitalwalker and check out the crumpler/lowepro/tamrac bags and start canvassing around. if the price aint too bad il get it here if not il order it from cathay. the adventure 7 in jt is only like 2500.

ang alam ko stronghand is the distributor. Look for ketty, he's also into Photography at magaling din.

I believe JT Photo deals with Lowepro while Stronghand deals with Tamrac, if I'm not mistaken.

Better check this out http://cambags.com (http://cambags.com/) if you're not yet sure what type of bag do you need. (link courtesy of Mr. Dave_D)

It's the other way around... JT sells Tamrac and Stronghand sells LowePro.

To update the thread further.

In Megamall, there is a small stall near Infomax that sells Case Logic (http://www.caselogic.com/photo_video/slr_cases/category_search/index.cfm?N=20026019) camera bags aside from the usual laptop and PDA cases.

In particular, They sell the Case Logic SLRC-4
http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/images.ebags.com/images/products/57080_axlrg.jpg

http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/images.ebags.com/images/products/57080_cxlrg.jpg

Upon inspecting it, it had better separators for the lenses and the padding was thicker than both the tamrac and lowepro. That orange bungee cord could probably hold a tripod as well.

Oh... it also fits a 15.4" laptop and is priced at around P 5,300.00

Definetely merits a serious 2nd look the next time I go there.

@dave

Nice looking backpack. :) Nice price too, about half the cost of the Crumpler backpacks, if I remember right.

@ dave

nice alternative! i think i'll consider that when its time for me to buy a backpack.

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That's a nice back pack. :)

Can anybody point me to where Infomaxx in Greenbelt is? TIA :D

Can anybody point me to where Infomaxx in Greenbelt is? TIA :D

its right beside magoos pizza in parksquare 1, mercury drug entrance.

btw i went to digital walker in parksquare and was not at all impressed with the style and materials of the Crumpler bags. they seem more oriented towards females. anyway i found their padding to be insufficient and materials kinda cheap. not worth it imho.

also went to JT photoworld and checked out the complete line of tamrac bags. got their pricelist and they are very competitive but i found there bags a bit boring. they also scream "CAMERA"

surprisingly enough i found the Case Logics to have the best design and materials. still going to do more window shopping but im leaning towards the acse logics at digital walker. priced 2500-3500.

Great find Dave! 'should check out 'tis soon. :)

@Carlo

Not the first time a guy said Crumpler bags seem more for women, but first time I heard that it has insufficient padding. Usual comment is too much padding that they carry less than expected. :Grin:

crumpler for women?!? hmm... di ba pogi points nga to?! hehe

cant afford one thats why stuck with my lowepro :Grin:

@levi

Apparently, some men just don't like the style, color(s),... :Grin:

@carlo and dave

uhmmm... no offense but the case logic doesn't look gwapo or cool... just my opinion...

i think lowepro would be a better looking deal for you... that's if you don't really like to reconsider the crumpler brand... ;-)

Personally, I find Crumpler bags cool in that they are, in fact, heavily padded and the bags don't scream "I have a camera in my bag!" :D

I have Lowepro bags too but only use them if I have to bring all my gear. For short trips, I just carry a camera and 2 lenses and use my Crumpler 7mdh. :D

None taken.

Just wanted to inform since there's so few accessories available in Manila.

hi dave...

what bag do you use for your bigger lenses? i don't have a big bag yet kasi...

Ha ha ha... I don't think you'll like it.

I'm using a Lowepro Belt system with sliplock cases... TOTALLY GEEKY. I used to put all the lenses in a Slingshot 200AW but my back isn't as strong for the long haul.

So now I just keep the light lenses in the slingshot and wear the belt to hold the big glass on one side and my tripod on the other.

Totally self sufficient since the shoots I go to now means the car isn't nearby anymore.

@ dindin

do you also have contacts for camera bags? a friend got his mini trekker for Php4.2k in SNG :Grin:

its right beside magoos pizza in parksquare 1, mercury drug entrance.

btw i went to digital walker in parksquare and was not at all impressed with the style and materials of the Crumpler bags. they seem more oriented towards females. anyway i found their padding to be insufficient and materials kinda cheap. not worth it imho.

also went to JT photoworld and checked out the complete line of tamrac bags. got their pricelist and they are very competitive but i found there bags a bit boring. they also scream "CAMERA"

surprisingly enough i found the Case Logics to have the best design and materials. still going to do more window shopping but im leaning towards the acse logics at digital walker. priced 2500-3500.

Thanks, Im looking for a lowepro topload or one of those holster bags that can carry two or more lenses. :Grin: Btw what kind of case logics were priced at 2500-3500? :) TIA

uhmmm... no offense but the case logic doesn't gwapo or cool... just my opinion...

i think lowepro would be a better looking deal for you... that's if you don't really like to reconsider the crumpler brand... ;-)

The advantage of the Case Logic is it doesn't look like a camera bag but not in the same way as Crumpler. It looks like a normal backpack so can still be low profile. The set-up (where to put camera and lenses) is very interesting. Of course, this is just the impression I get by looking at the pic. It may change if I see an actual unit. :Grin:

@Carlo

Not the first time a guy said Crumpler bags seem more for women, but first time I heard that it has insufficient padding. Usual comment is too much padding that they carry less than expected. :Grin:

the bags i saw yesterday especially the messenger bags for laptops had virtually no padding. the camera bags were adequate but i wouldnt call em excessive

@levi

Apparently, some men just don't like the style, color(s),... :Grin:
That's interesting. I was actually particularly drawn to the style. I prefer carrying my stuff messenger style. Also, I wanted a more low profile camera bag. I picked a neutral color, though. (Not for style or anything like that. I was just concerned that the other colors would show dirt more readily.) :)

That's interesting. I was actually particularly drawn to the style. I prefer carrying my stuff messenger style. Also, I wanted a more low profile camera bag. I picked a neutral color, though. (Not for style or anything like that. I was just concerned that the other colors would show dirt more readily.) :)

i second that. i didn't choose a neutral color but choose a flashy red one instead. i don't like lugging around a fricking heavy backpack, so i use a messenger. :Angry:

For moving all the stuff around, I use a Lowepro Computrekker AW backpack. When I actually shoot, I use the Lowepro Lightbelt and various Sliplock cases. Geek din ako!

Ha ha ha... I don't think you'll like it.

I'm using a Lowepro Belt system with sliplock cases... TOTALLY GEEKY. I used to put all the lenses in a Slingshot 200AW but my back isn't as strong for the long haul.

So now I just keep the light lenses in the slingshot and wear the belt to hold the big glass on one side and my tripod on the other.

Totally self sufficient since the shoots I go to now means the car isn't nearby anymore.

@dave

geeky... no naman. i like the lowepro bags next to the Crumpler. :-)

@dindin

Here's what it looks like;

http://www.lowepro.com/images/products/large/S_F-DeluxeWaistbelt_1.jpg

The only thing missing is the Batman belt buckle.

The only thing missing is the Batman belt buckle.

I have that. Seriously :)

@dindin

Here's what it looks like;

http://www.lowepro.com/images/products/large/S_F-DeluxeWaistbelt_1.jpg

The only thing missing is the Batman belt buckle.


i feel like rambo when putting that on.

@dave

it really looks useful... but can you imagine me using that? they might think I'm an amazona.

wanna borrow my son's batman costume? hehehehehehe...

Batgirl? :Grin:

@dave

it really looks useful... but can you imagine me using that? they might think I'm an amazona.

wanna borrow my son's batman costume? hehehehehehe...

Toldya it looks geeky.

I wouldn't wear it in a mall. But for shoots with a lot of walking, it's great.

I intend to get one soon. Might drop by Stronghand today or tom. Thanks Dave!

Batgirl? :Grin:

Oh, my! that will be the day... but honestly, I don't think I'll have enough courage to pu ton that costume, moreso come out of my room... the thought just kills me.

@ Dave

I think you owe me a photograph of you with that gear on... uhmmm, please wear black. I don't think it's that bad. I just feel it won't look good on some people, me included.

@ Carlo

Back to the topic, whichever bag you prefer, it's still you who's going to decide... the important thing is it protects your gear and you're comfortable lugging it around with you. Let's shoot na!!!

@ Dave

I think you owe me a photograph of you with that gear on... uhmmm, please wear black. I don't think it's that bad. I just feel it won't look good on some people, me included.


No Problem. Do I need to wear a ski mask too? Ha ha ha ha! Kiddin! I'll see what I can do.

It's the other way around... JT sells Tamrac and Stronghand sells LowePro.

To update the thread further.

In Megamall, there is a small stall near Infomax that sells Case Logic (http://www.caselogic.com/photo_video/slr_cases/category_search/index.cfm?N=20026019) camera bags aside from the usual laptop and PDA cases.

In particular, They sell the Case Logic SLRC-4
http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/images.ebags.com/images/products/57080_axlrg.jpg

http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/images.ebags.com/images/products/57080_cxlrg.jpg

Upon inspecting it, it had better separators for the lenses and the padding was thicker than both the tamrac and lowepro. That orange bungee cord could probably hold a tripod as well.

Oh... it also fits a 15.4" laptop and is priced at around P 5,300.00

Definetely merits a serious 2nd look the next time I go there.

If this bag is waterproof/splash proof I'm gonna get one.:Grin:

Typical material for a laptop bag when I inspected it. Only the Lowepro has the raincoat on some models. It should be good for a mild rainshower, but not a torrent or a unintentional dunk in the river or ocean.

Typical material for a laptop bag when I inspected it. Only the Lowepro has the raincoat on some models. It should be good for a mild rainshower, but not a torrent or a unintentional dunk in the river or ocean.

I intend to bring it on a banka, maybe cover it up with some waterproof material when travelling and shoot topside pix (on land) when I'm doing a surface interval in between dives.

Dave, would you happen to know the name of the store? Thanks:Grin:

I intend to bring it on a banka, maybe cover it up with some waterproof material when travelling and shoot topside pix (on land) when I'm doing a surface interval in between dives.


@Caloy

I think your best option would be to get the Waterproof Backpacks of Lowepro. Check out this link, http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Backpacks/waterproof/ :)

Hi Caloy.

It's a small stall in the center... you won't miss it because all they sell is Case Logic bags and cases. Near Infomax.

Actually, if waterproof is what you need. I'd probably scout around for some real pelican cases.

Hi Caloy.

It's a small stall in the center... you won't miss it because all they sell is Case Logic bags and cases. Near Infomax.

Actually, if waterproof is what you need. I'd probably scout around for some real pelican cases.

Already have one of the Pelican 1500+ series, bigat Dave:D. I'm drawn to the Case logic pack cuz of the neat body and lens "caddies" or just finding an excuse to spend more I suppose. Carlo understands:)

@Rosalie - looking now, thanks.

ninjaedit: Rosalie - the Dryzone 100 may also be the right bag for me...

I've tried opening the Dryzone 100 and it's quite difficult. But it does a very good job of waterproofing your gear. I purchased an affordable Bobcat drybag (with backback straps) and a cheap "Happy Outdoor" (a Chinese brand) drybag at that outdoor shop in Park Square. I just stuff my cam bags or gear into them to waterproof during boat rides.

I intend to bring it on a banka, maybe cover it up with some waterproof material when travelling and shoot topside pix (on land) when I'm doing a surface interval in between dives.

Dave, would you happen to know the name of the store? Thanks:Grin:

they have caselogic bags in digital walker park square. if you want full waterproof you can place the bag isnide a trashbag or raincoat:)

I purchased an affordable Bobcat drybag (with backback straps) and a cheap "Happy Outdoor" (a Chinese brand) drybag at that outdoor shop in Park Square. I just stuff my cam bags or gear into them to waterproof during boat rides.

Interesting idea, better than using a trash bag. :Grin: Are these drybags bulky? :)

Interesting idea, better than using a trash bag. :Grin: Are these drybags bulky? :)

hey those trashbags are very practical:) anyway the drybags are ok and are not too bulky. they are made of tarpaulin similar to those rubber ducky dry bags buta bit thicker.

@Dave - thanks for the tip, am now a proud owner of a case logic backpack. Also, my laptop fits in very snugly at the back.

Good for you Caloy!

@Dindin

Here's a link on the net I found for the LowePro belt. I have a smaller model, but it's basically the same principle.

http://www.karlgrobl.com/EquipmentReviews/CameraBags.htm

http://www.karlgrobl.com/EquipmentReviews/Beltsystem1.jpg

http://www.karlgrobl.com/EquipmentReviews/Beltsystem2.jpg


http://www.karlgrobl.com/EquipmentReviews/Beltsystem3.jpg


putting the pix here..

Ha ha ha... I don't think you'll like it.

I'm using a Lowepro Belt system with sliplock cases... TOTALLY GEEKY. I used to put all the lenses in a Slingshot 200AW but my back isn't as strong for the long haul.

So now I just keep the light lenses in the slingshot and wear the belt to hold the big glass on one side and my tripod on the other.

Totally self sufficient since the shoots I go to now means the car isn't nearby anymore.

sir, where did you get the lowepro SlingShot 200 AW? how much? would you recommend it? was wondering if the following would fit in it: canon 30D, canon G6, sony video cam pc1000, about 3-4 lenses, a 420ex flash plus other accessories like CF cards, miniDV tapes, extra batteries etc...

Probably would barely fit all of these items. See the link for an overview, with alternative views:

http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Sling_Bags/Designed_for_Digital/SlingShot_200_AW.aspx

I was able to fit a 20D, 70-200 IS, 24-105, 50, 380EX, hoods with space to spare.

sir, where did you get the lowepro SlingShot 200 AW? how much? would you recommend it? was wondering if the following would fit in it: canon 30D, canon G6, sony video cam pc1000, about 3-4 lenses, a 420ex flash plus other accessories like CF cards, miniDV tapes, extra batteries etc...

my lowepro bags:

1. lowepro offtrail+2 lens pouch 3, for everyday light photo ops.
2. lowepro compudaypack, light travel with laptop and some accessories.
3. lowepro computrekker AW, for long travel with all accessories packed.

what's the difference between the lowpro backpack and case logic? I am also looking for a computer bag that can fit my computer and my camers

get a brazillion dollar home,, it's around 12.5k at the serendra store

yes. i just saw it. but it's just huge man! less 15% - around 10,500 yata discounted price.

and it has the all-weather protective cover ala lowepro.

Canon 200EG Backpack

http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/3049/mg1925bv1.jpg

http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/5430/mg1926ic0.jpg

One thing I wish that the crumpler messenger type bag will have is a zipped covering or atleast an additional padded flap for the main compartment as the top flap isn't very tight. It is so easy for dust and debris to get in. Of course , it will make the taking out of the camera a bit more cumbersome but the added peace of mind is invaluable :)

Where can I buy a Camera Laptop bag? I saw one at fotohaus Hidalgo but the looks did not impress me. I also found a Tamrac cyberpack 8 at Watson but it cost nearly 9K.

Im using a Crumpler Formal Lounge backpack... Try the Sinking Barge.:)

You can try the Digital Walker at either Greenhills, Gilmore, or Park Square 1 in Makati. They sell the Karachi Outpost for 9k. Excellent Bag, I was able to carry 2 bodies, all my lenses, chargers, batteries, and 15.4" laptop. It doesn't look like a photo bag too. There's also a tripod mount at the outside of the bag. :Grin:

or the nat geo bags,, although they are not waterproof,,

There's a wide variety to choose from at Crumplers (Bonifacio High Street) whether these are the messenger types or knapsacks. You can also check out North Face backpacks with laptop compartments.

I suggest you google several sites of these (Samsonite, Tamrac, Northface, Crumpler, etc) before heading to stores. That's what I did. Made it easier (and quicker) for me to purchase.

HTH

jt photoworld carries tamrac. i think they have a expo at vmall. you might get some discount over there.

if a relative is going home from abroad, tell him to get you a kata r-103 bag.:)

or if you cant wait and wanted to get it right away, get the lowepro computer aw or crumpler.:)

i'd suggest to get the lowepro computrekker aw, can hold 15" laptops and 2 bodies with all the lenses that you might need for a photo shoot :D

Bro...check out Crumpler Whickey & Cox! :)

i prefer a lowepro compudaypack! i got mine at around 3.5k. i tried it last night in the rain and the not even a single drop of rain went in the bag! it can fit a 17" laptop

The National Geographic (NG 5162) bag fits a 13.5" MacBook without the sleeve (although you can try -- it's rather tough, though!) and has a LOT (seven actually) of pockets for accesories and other stuff you'd carry along when you're shooting -- a tripod and 2 pullout side pouches for water bottles. The rain? Hmmm, it doesn't look like it's waterproof, and I haven't dared use it when it's pouring. That's where my LowePro comes in. :)

I want one of them NG bags as well.

The problem with the National Geographic backpack is that someone could easily sneak up behind you, unzip the backpack and steal your gear. I prefer backpacks like the Crumpler Karachi Outpost where the zipper is on the other side, preventing anyone from opening the backpack while you're wearing it.

The National Geographic (NG 5162) bag fits a 13.5" MacBook without the sleeve (although you can try -- it's rather tough, though!) and has a LOT (seven actually) of pockets for accesories and other stuff you'd carry along when you're shooting -- a tripod and 2 pullout side pouches for water bottles. The rain? Hmmm, it doesn't look like it's waterproof, and I haven't dared use it when it's pouring. That's where my LowePro comes in. :)

did the rain yesterday damage your gears??:D:D:D joke lang koya:Grin::Grin:

did the rain yesterday damage your gears??:D:D:D joke lang koya:Grin::Grin:

No, Koya. As we saw yesterday, it's weather-proof (semi, I guess) as well. And my gears didn't accumulate moist, thanks perhaps to the expired dessicant you gave me. Hahahaha! :Grin:

i prefer a lowepro compudaypack! i got mine at around 3.5k. i tried it last night in the rain and the not even a single drop of rain went in the bag! it can fit a 17" laptop

aldrich where did you got yours?

aldrich where did you got yours?
I got mine at US. If u want i can order one for you :)

i want the natgeo but i wish it were waterproof :(

hi aldrich! can i get your cell no? tnx ;-)

aldrich where did you got yours?

hi. i think cez (princess jarlyn young) is selling that type of bag if i recall it ryt from her multiply site. you can check it with her. :D

i prefer a lowepro compudaypack! i got mine at around 3.5k. i tried it last night in the rain and the not even a single drop of rain went in the bag! it can fit a 17" laptop


Where did u bought your Lowepro Compudaypack?

I got mine at US. If u want i can order one for you :)

Hi sir, How much will it cost me for the lowepro compudaypack if you order one for me?
By the way, can I put my D80 without removing my 18-135 lens in the bag?

aldrich-if you can get it for 3.5k let me know! very intersted:)

Just a follow up on the Lowepro Bag question. In your experience or knowledge of the CompuTrekker AW, what size of laptop it can carry? Will MacBook Pro fit? Thanks! :)

hi ivan, i think a 15" laptop can fit the bag :D tested in once with my friend's computrekker, fits like a glove :D

biggest laptop you can fit is a 15 inch MBP. it can't fit my 17" so i had to look elsewhere for a solution.

Thanks Spam and Nino for the comments! :)


OT: Spam, did Air21 replaced the lost Mini Trekker?

biggest laptop you can fit is a 15 inch MBP. it can't fit my 17" so i had to look elsewhere for a solution.

Have you seen the new Lowepro bags, Nino? They have one that will fit a 17in laptop already. :)

Just in case you haven't seen it. Here's the link:
http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Backpacks/notebook_camera/

Have you seen the new Lowepro bags, Nino? They have one that will fit a 17in laptop already. :)

Just in case you haven't seen it. Here's the link:
http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Backpacks/notebook_camera/

Haven't seen this yet. Too bad the distributor is in China. Let's see what they have in stock when he returns.

Thanks for the link. Now, wheres my wallet.

ot: ivan, not yet bro, still working on it, hopefully before i leave davao, i'm able to fix this problem.

i have the computrekker AW+, which i think is a little larger than the AW version. its well made, and my 15" Mac book pro fits like a glove in the rear compartment, but in my personal opinion i dont like traveling with it there, if my cam bag is stuffed with lots of camera gear. i find the weight of the ger atop the computer, plus the tension on the laptop that my occur while wearing it strapped to the body a little much.

my laptop has a slight curvature to it, and i gander it came about due to a long trip when i was wearing all my cam gear while walking through an airport terminal.

i much rather prefer to keep cameras in the bag, and my laptop in my 'incase' laptop bag.

just my 2 cents...

Choosing your next lens or camera is often quite easy, you often know what you want, but when it comes to choosing a new camera bag at least I can be confused and have a really hard time deciding.

Camera bags can be one of the most difficult pieces of equipment to choose. No camera bag is made to fit every occasion. In my situation I always carry a laptop going to office everyday, but sometimes I wanted to carry my dslr. but the problem my simple dslr setup cannot fit in my laptop bag, and I find almost all the camera with laptop bag available here in the market are quite bulky, just like lowepro fastpack's, kata 465-467, or crumpler.

So I will here talk about what is the smallest camera with laptop bag, do we have here in the market that will fit simple 1 camera body and 1 kitlens with flashgun and a laptop 13" to 15"?

suggestions? :):):)

Anyway the gears that I wanted to put a Nikon D80, tokina 16-50mm 2.8, 85mm 1.8, SB-800, and a 13-14" Laptop. :)

Sir, with that much gear, it won't fit in a SMALL bag. Much less if you want to put a laptop with everything.

check out tamrac adventure messenger 5.... that's what i'm using

http://www.tamrac.com/5535.htm

check out tamrac adventure messenger 5.... that's what i'm using

http://www.tamrac.com/5535.htm


Yes, I am also considering this tamrac model, can you give us feedback regarding this model? thinktank urban disguise 35 is not as bulky to lowepro fastpacks but its pricey.

Sir, with that much gear, it won't fit in a SMALL bag. Much less if you want to put a laptop with everything.

Sir, maybe sometimes I will not include 85mm 1.8, and tokina 16-50 attached to my camera body. :)

http://www.targus.com/ca/product_details.asp?sku=TBB012CA

This is a bag I picked up a office depot on clearance for $19.99 so thats around 800peso

anyhow I went down to wal-mart and bought 1 16x16x4 block of foam. and bought 1 yard of black soft nylon. cut it up to make a small camera compartment to hold my D90, nikkor 12-24, 50mm f1.8, and 55-200VR, Vivitar DF340Z flash, Panasaurus Pan head. and my 15.4" Asus M50SV laptop and AC adaptor and a OCZ laser mouse, Sony PSP, DSLR cleaning kit, usb cables, DIY flash diffusers, and tools to put the panasaurus together. everything fits with plenty of room to spare in the main compartment where the camera is.

Plenty of Padding on the back of the bag, in the laptop compartment and in the main compartment plus all the extra padding from my DIY DSLR insert.

on a sidenote. with everything in there its heavy as hell. I'm talkin at least 15lbs or more. not fun to carry around. but i guess its not a small bag. but it is pretty thin. its really wide because its a laptop bag. but its also thinner than a lowepro Fastpack 250 and not as tall either. and it definately doesnt look like a camera bag just a big black bulky thing

yes there is.. check lowepro and tamrac websites. there are lots of models available either backpack or shoulder bag.

Check out Case Logic in Megamall, they have a compact camera bag that fits a 15" laptop. I've been eying it for quite some time.

Check out Case Logic in Megamall, they have a compact camera bag that fits a 15" laptop. I've been eying it for quite some time.

Sir where exactly in Megamall? I wanna look and try out some Case Logic bags. :D

Sir where exactly in Megamall? I wanna look and try out some Case Logic bags. :D

You have to cross the street, almost beside the Fitness First, near the starbucks and savory chicken, SM called it "Cyberzone". :)

Crumpler has a new model out. It's the 8 million dollar home.

The Lowepro Compudaypack looks small to me.
A friend was able to fit a D90 , 18-105, 85 1.8, SB800 and a 15.4 wide laptop.
I believe Kata also has a new smaller version of their DR 467, the DR 466.

I would suggest going to either Well's Photo (Magallanes) for Lowepro, JT Photo (Makati) for Tamrac and Island Photo (Salcedo) as these stores seem to carry the more extensive display for the camera bags they offer.

i'm using a Lowepro Compudaypack daily to work and can say it's very ergonomical. Compartments are very well padded.

You have to cross the street, almost beside the Fitness First, near the starbucks and savory chicken, SM called it "Cyberzone". :)


isn't that mall of asia?

isn't that mall of asia?

Yup Mall of Asia :)

Sir where exactly in Megamall? I wanna look and try out some Case Logic bags. :D

I've seen this one. IIRC it costs PHP6,950.

Pricey but not as expensive as Crumpler -- so far in my canvass I think this one has the best bang for the buck.

I'm thinking of buying a backup bag to my Primus AW backpack whentraveling internationally. First, it should carry a laptop (my primaryconcern), second, additional gears. The bulk of my stuff will be in myPrimus while the additional bag will be my backup and/or walkaround bagwhen the Primus is too heavy to be useful. I would prefer a shoulderbag so I could carry it with me together with the Primus in my back.Rollers are too expensive at the moment and would be too bulky if I'mgoing to just carry the laptop alone. As for the laptop size, I don'tknow. I'll be buying it on my trip. Maybe a 16.4 inch at max? a 15 inchor a 13 at minimum, I have yet to consider the size.
Right now I'm going thinking of getting Think Tank's Urban Disguise60. As I haven't seen the actual product but based from measurements,it's the same size as my Crumpler 7 Mil. From the reviews, it could fita 17 inch Macbook Pro, but what about Sony's, Toshiba's and the likewith a "gripped camera" with lens in place? If I want to bring JUST thelaptop, could the Urban Disguise be folded flat to minimize unwantedspace? I have seen with my own eyes Lowepro's Classified 250 but it'stoo darn BIG for my build (and when just carrying the laptop alone).


Any other suggestions?


Additionally, before when I travel, I always check in my tripod case(Think Tank Bazooka). As per airport rules, would the tripod case becounted as "1" carry on aside from the Primus backpack + laptopshoulder bag? I didn't saw this on TSA's website. I'll be traveling toAmerica this summer and we like to bring a LOT of checked in baggage.

you can also try considering Kata DR 466i or DR 467i, roughly 4,300 to 4,800 pesos at island photo. :)

I'd suggest the Think Tank Urban Disguise 60 Shoulder bag type but with a special harness you can make it into a backpack. It has rain cover to shield from the elements. It can carry a laptop and camera stuff. Great as carry-on baggage on plane trips. Focus One Marketing distributes Think Tank Products here in manila. I'm getting an Urban Disguise 70 Pro though it may not carry a laptop. go check out their website just look for "think thank photo".

To be totally honest, a camera bag is the last thing to ask others for opinions as each need is different. Each one of us will need a different bag depending on the situation presented and the gear required to be carried. A casual weekend stroll-shoot will demand a different bag versus a daily bag that requires a laptop compartment, ditto when you start doing short travels and long travels.

Photographers often either go through a lot of bags or buy several bags. I suggest you buy a bag that can fit more than you need now but still manageable enough to convince yourself to bring out in almost any situation.

Good Day!

VANGUARD will launch a new Photo Bags with laptop compartment at SMX MOA(PV EXPO 2010) on June 17-19,2010...

you can choose either Backpack or Messenger Bags. (VANGUARD SYDNEY AND UP-RISE SERIES)

These are available at Canon NE,TRINOMA, Glorietta 3, MOA and Techhead at Parksq. 1.

If our products caught your interest you can contact us at 332-4342 local 122.

One thing I wish that the crumpler messenger type bag will have is a zipped covering or atleast an additional padded flap for the main compartment as the top flap isn't very tight. It is so easy for dust and debris to get in. Of course , it will make the taking out of the camera a bit more cumbersome but the added peace of mind is invaluable :)It's one of the things I love about crumpler MDHs. Quick draw. :)

this is still the best for me

http://www.advancedphotosystems.com/upload/product/1249614129DR-467I-red.jpg

model pa ng B&H Photo site :D

http://www.imaging-resource.com/NPICS1/BUMBLEBEE_222_ULTRA_LIGHT_2_L.JPG

I may have found the right camera laptop bag for the equipment that I have right now and may be a slight room for more, if any, with Kata's ultra light pro collection (Bumblebee UL-222). Since my upgrade this year, my old Tamrac Aero 80 can no longer hold all 3 of my lenses, a DSLR with battery grip, flash, tripod (on certain occasions) and a 15" laptop. Moreover, I'd normally reserve a small compartment for extra shirts, sweater and toiletries. At first glance, the Bumblebee UL-22 has Crumpler's trendy look but a bit more professional because of its neutral color and weather proof material. It also has the tough and sturdy appeal of Clik Elite bags and, of course, Kata's reputation.

Before this bag, I was looking at the Vanguard Uprise 48, Lowepro compuprimus aw, Lowepro compurover and the Lowepro fastpack 350. I felt all of the above can carry loads of equipment except that at 5' 7" I feel so small with the compurover and compuprimus. The fastpack looks boring (it's not a major factor but it matters to me) and nearly bought the Vanguard Uprise 48 until I saw this.

On the other hand, this bag is not really small and you can't grab your camera as quickly as you would with other bags. It does come with a neck strap that attaches to the bag's front harness, a weather cover and an attachable pocket for your tripod. The aluminum alloy frame looks very solid and fits with the bag quite well. But, I'm not sure how practical or useful the spring steel spine is. The camera is placed at the bottom compartment and facing up, so an impact guard protection might have been useful. This bag is the lightest of its class, understandably so because of all the light materials used and aero paddings. However, I feel that the gecko harness looks too rubbery and in my experience rubbers do not really last very long.

All in all, I'd recommend this bag to be one of your choices if ever you have the same requirements as I do.

Here's a video review link: http://www.vimeo.com/11497898

i like the Kata bumblebee colors. though i prefer messenger-types.

i just got a D90, 50mm 1.8D, 18-55mm 3.5-5.6. and i'm totally clueless as of now!!!!!! all i have now are chamba shots.
to protect my gear, i am choosing a camera bag first.
i like Crumpler 5mdh bag. (drawback: doesn't have space or snap for tripod)


isn't it quite bulky?
Crumpler 5mdh or 6mdh for my cam and lenses?
where can i find Kata, Lowepro, Tamrac bags?
what's the best cleaning material for the cam?
anybody here who bought their crumplers from crumpler99.multiply.com???i hope someone answers me :) thx!!!

isn't it quite bulky? - not really, the 5mdh is relatively small
Crumpler 5mdh or 6mdh for my cam and lenses? - 6mdh, the 5mdh will only fit a body with mid sized lens, a flash, and an extra (small) lens, the 6mdh can fit a lot more.
where can i find Kata, Lowepro, Tamrac bags? - vet specialists distributes lowepro, JT for tamrac, island multi for kata.

what's the best cleaning material for the cam? - define cleaning material?
anybody here who bought their crumplers from crumpler99.multiply.com??? - nope, isn't legit, I'd rather spend more and get it from digital walker, at least there's peace of mind.

bagman snapshot trekka



http://farm1.static.flickr.com/149/373433258_8baa9b2e1c.jpg (http://farm1.static.flickr.com/149/373433258_8baa9b2e1c.jpg)

the camera case can be removed so you can use the bag as a regular backpack

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/123/373433262_fc23bd2ad9.jpg (http://farm1.static.flickr.com/123/373433262_fc23bd2ad9.jpg)

same bag as mine but no time to take pic of my own bag so i just grab some pics of

suntzuthesecond's (http://www.flickr.com/photos/50619842@N00/) credit to him for taking picture of he's / he'r bag

isn't it quite bulky? - not really, the 5mdh is relatively small
Crumpler 5mdh or 6mdh for my cam and lenses? - 6mdh, the 5mdh will only fit a body with mid sized lens, a flash, and an extra (small) lens, the 6mdh can fit a lot more.
where can i find Kata, Lowepro, Tamrac bags? - vet specialists distributes lowepro, JT for tamrac, island multi for kata.

what's the best cleaning material for the cam? - define cleaning material?
anybody here who bought their crumplers from crumpler99.multiply.com??? - nope, isn't legit, I'd rather spend more and get it from digital walker, at least there's peace of mind.

wow, thanks for your reply. i think 5mdh is the one you can bring with you even if you have to carry another bag and a luggage. hehe. ideally, should buy one for easy carrying (5mdh) and one that can carry more & weather-proof (lowepro) but that would be too much for a beginner. haha. so, i still don't know which to buy. 6mdh is not that easy to luge around (but not if you're tall) hehe

where are vet specialists and island multi? i think JT is in Hildalgo right?

cleaning material for the lens. the part you cover with lens cover. and cleaning material for the LCD.

wow, thanks for your reply. i think 5mdh is the one you can bring with you even if you have to carry another bag and a luggage. hehe. ideally, should buy one for easy carrying (5mdh) and one that can carry more & weather-proof (lowepro) but that would be too much for a beginner. haha. so, i still don't know which to buy. 6mdh is not that easy to luge around (but not if you're tall) hehe

where are vet specialists and island multi? i think JT is in Hildalgo right?

cleaning material for the lens. the part you cover with lens cover. and cleaning material for the LCD.


vet specialist is in gilmore, no way to get there via commute unless you take a cab, if you're commuting, take the LRT 2 till gilmore and walk, but it's a bit of a walk... but there are lowepro showrooms in SM north and megamall i think...

JT is in pasong tamo, makati, past the philippine daily inquirer office, take the jeep going to PRC from buendia-taft, that should take you there...

island multi is in gamboa, behind AIM, across gb1...

the 6mdh is more or less the standard size camera bag... but yeah it will be a bit bulky if you're carrying 2 bags...

you can also opt for a lowepro inverse 100 or 200aw, more or less same size as the 5mdh, but it's all weather, can be used as a shoulder or belt bag...

vet specialist is in gilmore, no way to get there via commute unless you take a cab, if you're commuting, take the LRT 2 till gilmore and walk, but it's a bit of a walk... but there are lowepro showrooms in SM north and megamall i think...

JT is in pasong tamo, makati, past the philippine daily inquirer office, take the jeep going to PRC from buendia-taft, that should take you there...

island multi is in gamboa, behind AIM, across gb1...

the 6mdh is more or less the standard size camera bag... but yeah it will be a bit bulky if you're carrying 2 bags...

you can also opt for a lowepro inverse 100 or 200aw, more or less same size as the 5mdh, but it's all weather, can be used as a shoulder or belt bag...


wow, very informative. thank u so much! i'm getting something this weekend. wish me luck. hehe. I hope i choose the right one for me. :)

HI Guys, Try to check out http://photosynthmarketing.multiply.com, I sell Godspeed Camera bags also with High quality and cheap price

Hi! i'm a newbie :p i have a d90 with 18-55mm and 50mm f1.8 lenses. i was i search of a bag but still undecided about what bag to buy. So i bought an ETSUMI Cushion Box A for the meantime.

Q: is it okay to carry it around like this? will it damage my camera/lenses when i move around and the box moves around as well. i try to hold the bag as i walk sometimes.

my worry is that the camera is basically suspended (strapped on my shoulder through it's own strap) swinging as i walk. i was told that carrying the camera on my shoulders while moving around may damage the camera due to shock, bounce or hitting the body as i walk. do u guys think so?

I'm interested in Think Tank's Urban Disguise camera bags. How can their distributor be contacted? Thanks.

go to digital walker and check their tenba bags..

www.tenba.com

Hi! Is there anyone here who knows where Think Tank Urban Disguise camera bags are available? thanks

Hi! i'm a newbie :p i have a d90 with 18-55mm and 50mm f1.8 lenses. i was i search of a bag but still undecided about what bag to buy. So i bought an ETSUMI Cushion Box A for the meantime.

Q: is it okay to carry it around like this? will it damage my camera/lenses when i move around and the box moves around as well. i try to hold the bag as i walk sometimes.

my worry is that the camera is basically suspended (strapped on my shoulder through it's own strap) swinging as i walk. i was told that carrying the camera on my shoulders while moving around may damage the camera due to shock, bounce or hitting the body as i walk. do u guys think so?

Snatchers will also notice it's a camera.

Hi! Is there anyone here who knows where Think Tank Urban Disguise camera bags are available? thanks

I got mine from Steve Chu of Focus One Marketing. You can google his contact information or you can visit the think tank website and you can look for the contact information form the list of authorized distributors. He's a nice guy. I got all my bags from him.

we bought this laptop, an HP DV8T with i7 processor, 512 DDR3 NVidia, 4gb ram, a very good laptop, got it only for 60k.. problem is that, i can't find a bag that would fit 18 inches! its very big.. if anyone knows where to get a bag, thanks in advance! :)

Case Logic at Cyberzone, SM Megamall. Model TNC/TCN-218 or something. Messenger-type bag.

Case Logic at Cyberzone, SM Megamall. Model TNC/TCN-218 or something. Messenger-type bag.

thanks very much! :)

Almost 9 pounds! Howdy doodie!

yea, its very heavy, haha.. though its nice for viewing, because of the Large LCD, it bigger than my desktop LCD at home, lol

yea, its very heavy, haha.. though its nice for viewing, because of the Large LCD, it bigger than my desktop LCD at home, lol
No more need to go to the gym. :)

OT:

can it be used for CAD or 3D software's? i'll be asking our MIS to get a notebook instead of a PC here in our office.

whats with the sudden shoe ad???

when taking only camera stuff i use my Clik elite sport, When taking laptop and camera i use a Keilty Range. i put my camera in a neoprene protector in one of the compartments.

Hello, does anybody happen to know where we can buy waterproof camera bag covers (If there are such). Like the one used by mountain climbers/trekkers.

TIA

Hello, does anybody happen to know where we can buy waterproof camera bag covers (If there are such). Like the one used by mountain climbers/trekkers.

TIA


most mountaineering shops have them, north face sells them, or you can try rox, see if habagat has them, you can also get them from where you bought your bag, jt has the covers for tamrac, lowepro, thinktank, mostly has built in covers... and kata bags always come with covers.

http://www.kata-bags.com/product.asp?p_Id=19780&Version=Photo TRY THIS ONE

http://www.kata-bags.com/product.asp?p_Id=19780&Version=Photo TRY THIS ONE


saw this before, looks like it's easy to get dirty, I use it's brother, the pl-220

has anyone used the benro bags being sold in digital walker? any reviews on it? saw one today and its a battle between a 7k tamrac or a 4k benro...hope you guys can help me out...or is there a cheaper alternative for a all in bag? laptop+cam gear+clothes and tripod.

http://www.benro.cn/EnSite/EnProduct.aspx?ParaId=0&id=179&ProductId=658

saw this before, looks like it's easy to get dirty, I use it's brother, the pl-220

Oh ok lol the coolest thing about this is the elements cover:) OOOps sorry for the edit

This is not the first time a man said Crumpler bags are more forwomen, but the first time I heard enough padding. Currentresponse to change for a lot less padding than expected.

I own a crumpler bag(blue) and I don't see myself being effeminate using the bag. What sold me is the thick padding inside that protects my camera insde and outside.