Sigma 150-500mm, Which Backpack?
Posted 01/05/2012 - 18:32
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I find a wheelbarrow works quite well
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Pentax K-1 + K-5 and some other stuff
Algi
Pentax K-1 + K-5 and some other stuff
Algi
Posted 01/05/2012 - 18:41 - Helpful Comment
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I have a Tamrac Expedition 5 which easily carries the Bigma (50-500) plus oodles of other stuff and my netbook. It has waist and sternum straps making it very comfortable.
Posted 01/05/2012 - 18:54 - Helpful Comment
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hi
i use a lowepro flipside 400 aw
with the k5 and a sigma 150-500 fitted
and it will take a da*300 and a da*50-135
and other lenes as well
neil
i use a lowepro flipside 400 aw
with the k5 and a sigma 150-500 fitted
and it will take a da*300 and a da*50-135
and other lenes as well
neil
cheers Neil
pentax k3
DA* 300 f4 DA* 50-135 f 2.8 smc DA* 16-50 f2.8 50mm f1.7 pentax1.4xhd converter
Panasonic Dmc Fz200
pentax k3
DA* 300 f4 DA* 50-135 f 2.8 smc DA* 16-50 f2.8 50mm f1.7 pentax1.4xhd converter
Panasonic Dmc Fz200
Posted 01/05/2012 - 19:43
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I got a second hand ccs gladstone which works well for the sigma 50-500
Dave
Dave
Posted 01/05/2012 - 21:43 - Helpful Comment
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My favourite at the moment is the Tamrac Evolution 9.
Can sling either way, be used as a backpack, carries a laptop etc. You can find my review on my website here.
Notice you're in Bucks so if you want a nose at one and you're near Aylesbury just let me know!
Can sling either way, be used as a backpack, carries a laptop etc. You can find my review on my website here.
Notice you're in Bucks so if you want a nose at one and you're near Aylesbury just let me know!
Posted 01/05/2012 - 22:32
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I don't pack this lens attached to the camera because of the strain on the flange/mount...or am I being too cautious?
Regards, Philip
Posted 01/05/2012 - 22:36
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smudge wrote:
I don't pack this lens attached to the camera because of the strain on the flange/mount...or am I being too cautious?
As long as the camera and lens are supported properly in the bag there shouldn't be any strain on the mount.
I don't pack this lens attached to the camera because of the strain on the flange/mount...or am I being too cautious?
Best regards, John
Posted 01/05/2012 - 23:44
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I found the Kata T-214 Torso Pack takes both my newly purchased 150-500 and the DA300, comfortably, but not attached to the camera. I generally use a CCS warthog slr pouch for the camera, much quicker to get out but not with the 150-500 attached!
The Kata is a sling type and no problem when full. Holds the lenses nice and secure within the bag and no problem when moving from back to front of the body. Easy to get the big lens out and in.
Works well for me but not sure how much they are new. I bought mine second hand.
The Kata is a sling type and no problem when full. Holds the lenses nice and secure within the bag and no problem when moving from back to front of the body. Easy to get the big lens out and in.
Works well for me but not sure how much they are new. I bought mine second hand.
Bob
Posted 01/05/2012 - 23:55
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Thank you everyone for your help and advice.
Unlocker wrote:
My favourite at the moment is the Tamrac Evolution 9.
Can sling either way, be used as a backpack, carries a laptop etc. You can find my review on my website here.
Notice you're in Bucks so if you want a nose at one and you're near Aylesbury just let me know!
Danny, Great review, I think it probably exceeds my needs, I don't think I really need to be able to transport a laptop at the same time. I am in Aylesbury, thanks for taking the time to post and really appreciate your offer.
My favourite at the moment is the Tamrac Evolution 9.
Can sling either way, be used as a backpack, carries a laptop etc. You can find my review on my website here.
Notice you're in Bucks so if you want a nose at one and you're near Aylesbury just let me know!
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14 years
Lincolnshire,
England
Does anyone have any experience of this bag or other reasonably priced bags that will take the Sigma lens while attached to the camera body (total length 32cm).
Any advice gratefully accepted, Thanks.
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