Camera Backpack

j.benziger

j.benziger

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Hey NS,What camera bags are the most typical among the photographers and videographers that won't break the bank. I now this sounds like a very noob question, but I am interested. Last Year was my first year with a DSLR and I obviously was suggested by people I know and people at shops that I should get a Camera Backpack. So I did I currently have the case logic DSLR backpack which after I bought and used up at the mountain released it has horrible straps to attach necessary accessories (Glidecam or Tripod). I have a good Dakine Backpack that I was contemplating on using with maybe an icu? I dont know though? I would love some help!
 
I am wondering this too I have a Dakine pro II and am trying to find a cheap camera block for a (hopefully) gripped elan 7e or 40d and a couple of zooms, batteries, teleconverters, etc.
 
F-Stop is extremely good. If you're looking for something cheaper, I (and many others) have the Dakine Mission Photo and it's pretty good. Doesn't have the features of an F-Stop but I like the rear entry, removable camera block, rain cover, tripod holder is good, price is good. I have no complaints but definitely see myself upgrading to an F-Stop bag eventually.
 
forgot to say that I'm pretty sure you can buy the camera block for it separately from dakine.
 
http://store.lowepro.com/backpacks/dslr-video-fastpack-150-aw

I have this guy ^^^ ... and it has been absolutely amazing for so many situations. Bought about a year ago or so and has traveled on a skate trip in Tokyo, another trip through Europe, and just random US jaunts. Though it is LowePro, it doesn't send a red flag to people that you are carrying a crap load of expensive equipment as the logo is pretty hidden. It fits my Panny GH2 with 3 lenses, filters, extra batteries, cleaning kit, extra cards, and a few other trinkets in the bottom compartment (you do get crafty with it). The top compartment is nice for additional items you want to bring along (GoPro, wallet, passport, whatever). Finally the back has a little slip for additional slim items. I found this perfect for maps and transit times/such.

One of the final sells for me is the all-weather cover. This thing has been through some serious rain and my gear has yet to be harmed even the slightest. And in case you are wondering, I have managed to fit a "cam caddy" and standard tripod on the pack as well.

Hope this helps.
 
Save up for an F-Stop bag, seriously. If you buy a Sequence or a LowePro then you'll end up wanting an F-Stop the next year anyway. Seriously worth the money. I have the old Tilopa and it carries better than any backpack I've ever had (including non-camera packs from BD, Dakine, etc).

Dan Carr's blog has a lot of good info about what you can fit in each pack and each gear block, check it out.
 
I've got an F-Stop Tilopa to suit me for photography and backpacking. Wonderful backpack, it's super heavy duty and gets every job done.
 
Yep. Couldn't have said it better.

The Tilopa is the best (read: most versatile) backpack in the line-up. I've had the Loka as well, but like the Tilopa more just because it's so darn versatile.
 
I have this one and for the price is incredibly good, you can move the insides around to fit the shape and size of your equipment and is quite comfy to wear. In it, I carry my dslr, film camera, a couple of lenses, GoPro, intervalometer, flash, sd cards, batteries and film. So if you need much more stuff than that in it consider another bag but overall for the price it's a great deal

http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Backpack-SLR-Cameras-Accessories-Black/dp/B002VPE1WK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382834324&sr=8-1&keywords=camera+bag
 
Yeah I used to have an AmazonBasics one, it does the job for transporting stuff, but it's not very padded on the front and back so I wouldn't trust it in a fall or anything, also has no space for anything else, that's why I once I got the opportunity I got rid of it for a tilopa BC at 100$(IIRC), I'd never pay rrp for one, but I'd for sure say they're worth it, I wish I'd just skipped all the earlier bags and gotten an f-stop immediately. I'm not going to bore you by listing all the benefits, as there really is just so many.
 
I have a Dakine pack that I use, I forget what the actual model is. It fits my dslr, 2 lenses, battery pack, and a flash, and could probably fit 1 more lens depending on the size. It has a spot for carrying a tripod on the back which could be useful depending on where you film, definitely work checking out
 
I am aware of f stop bags I just wasn't looking to spend $300 dollars at all, but do F stop backpacks have really good straps for attaching accessories?
 
The best. The amount of straps (especially on the Tilopa and Satori) are incredible. So many options. Especially with the Gate Keeper system.
 
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