Archive for the ‘Camera bags’ Category
Kickstarter: Cam Crate
If you’re like most photographers (amateur, enthusiast or pro), protecting your gear is probably a major concern for you. There are thousands of different bags and cases on the market but very few of them will protect your gear from the harshest of elements. I often leave my gear behind when I know that I’ll be in less than ideal conditions (kayaking, skiing, hiking in harsh conditions, etc.) because I don’t want to run the risk of ruining my gear. Yes, I have insurance but I like to avoid unnecessary risk to my gear when possible. Most traditional bags do not provide enough protection from shock and the elements while most hard cases are good for transportation but they are way too bulky to carry. I recently stumbled across a Kickstarter project that seemed to solve the problem of a truly transportable rugged case and it is called the Cam Crate.
Review: Think Thank Photo Retrospective 10
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing the Think Tank Photo Retrospective 5 shoulder bag. This well made bag was on the small side, but it packed a punch when it came to quality of materials and design. Today, we are going to take a look at it’s big brother, the Retrospective 10.
Review: The Ona Union Street Camera Bag
“I hate you,” that is what Lead Reviewer Mike Pouliot said to me when I told him that Ona sent me the Union Street Messenger for review. Ona camera bags have been a buzz in the photo community for a little while now. Characterized for being gorgeous, they are also quite pricy. Upon request, Ona sent me a black Union Street bag for review. Due to personal tastes, black suits me more than the tan version, though the tan version is also very nice. Since my M-Classics Compact bag recently broke, I’ve needed another novelty bag but with much more practicality to it.
So can the Ona keep up with a real-life working photographer and content developer?
UPDATE: You can get them at B&H Photo now by clicking this link.
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Review: Lowepro 350AW DSLR Video Pack
Lowepro introduced their new line of backpacks geared toward the DSLR Video shooter in the form of the DSLR video fastpack
Review: The Urban Quiver Camera Bag
The Urban Quiver is a camera bag by the folks over at Blackstone, and is also perhaps one of the more unusual camera bags I’ve tested. Admittedly, I’m not a fan of backpacks because I feel that they slow me down when shooting. Because of this, I opt for bags like the Think Tank Retrospective 30 and Domke F2; both the Think Tank and Domke received positive reviews from us. When this bag was first announced, not only did my inner nerd cry out, but it piqued the interest of many across the internet.
Review: Lowepro Flipside 400 AW
The Lowepro Flipside 400 AW bag is different than most camera backpacks. You normally expect to unzip the front of a backpack to get to your gear, but this bag opens from the back. Lowepro made a camera bag that can hold a lot of gear, but still maintain a small profile. The Lowepro Flipside 400 AW lets you keep a lens attached to your camera body.
