Soft, protective "pouch" for SLR available?
MaryL
one fairly small carryon bag and one piece of checked luggage. This is a
requirement of the tour group I will be using rather than the airline.
There will be no room for a camera bag!
I am going to take my Nikon D80 with the 18-135 kit lens. I originally was
going to take my 18-200 VR Nikkor lens because that has been a great
"walk-around" lens, but that is really too heavy for all the walking (and
steps!) that I will encounter, so I will use the 18-135 lens as a suitable
substitute. Does anyone know if there are any soft camera "pouches" that I
could use for the camera, and then place it in my regular carryon bag? It
would need to be very soft fabric to take up as little extra space as
possible and would need to be lint-free. Ideally, I would like something
made of the same type of fabric that is used on the Nikkor lenses I have.
Is such a thing available? If so, could someone point me to a web site? I
have started some searching, but everything I find is really a padded camera
bag. That is normally what I use, but it won't work in this situation.
Thanks,
MaryL
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tony cooper
wrote:
B&H has a nice selection of soft lens pouches at
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/shop/216/Pouches_Dedicated_Lens_Pouches_Cases.html
They also have several camera pouches, but not for the exact
configuration you will be taking. Just search at their site for
"camera pouches".
--
Tony Cooper - Orlando, Florida
Paul Furman
> MaryL wrote:
>> I am planning a trip to Greece and Turkey. We are only permitted to
>> take one fairly small carryon bag and one piece of checked luggage.
>> This is a requirement of the tour group I will be using rather than
>> the airline. There will be no room for a camera bag!
>>
>> I am going to take my Nikon D80 with the 18-135 kit lens. I
>> originally was going to take my 18-200 VR Nikkor lens because that has
>> been a great "walk-around" lens, but that is really too heavy for all
>> the walking (and steps!) that I will encounter, so I will use the
>> 18-135 lens as a suitable substitute. Does anyone know if there are
>> any soft camera "pouches" that I could use for the camera, and then
>> place it in my regular carryon bag? It would need to be very soft
>> fabric to take up as little extra space as possible and would need to
>> be lint-free. Ideally, I would like something made of the same type
>> of fabric that is used on the Nikkor lenses I have.
The black suede ((fake?)leather) ones?
>> Is such a thing available? If so, could someone point me to a web
>> site? I have started some searching, but everything I find is really
>> a padded camera bag. That is normally what I use, but it won't work
>> in this situation.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> MaryL
>
> "http://www.amazon.com/Digital-D-SLR-Neoprene-Pouch-Cameras/dp/B00011CS1M"
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C J Campbell
<stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> said:
Perhaps a camera case such as the Nikon CF-D80.
http://www.nikonusa.com/Find-Your-Nikon/Product/Camera-Cases/25344/CF-D80.html
Camera cases are not all that popular any more. They hold nothing but
the camera, and that very snugly. But they are great for protecting
your camera from minor jostles, dings, and scratches. The front can be
unsnapped and the camera used without removing it from the case.
--
Waddling Eagle
World Famous Flight Instructor
ASAAR
> Does anyone know if there are any soft camera "pouches" that I
> could use for the camera, and then place it in my regular carryon bag? It
> would need to be very soft fabric to take up as little extra space as
> possible and would need to be lint-free. Ideally, I would like something
> made of the same type of fabric that is used on the Nikkor lenses I have.
>
> Is such a thing available? If so, could someone point me to a web site? I
> have started some searching, but everything I find is really a padded camera
> bag. That is normally what I use, but it won't work in this situation.
That's what I also normally use, but are we talking about the same
type of padded camera bag? (I'm just wondering if yours is one of
the rectangular bags that can hold at least a body and a pair of
lenses) Mine is Tamrac's 5684 which holds the camera with the lens
pointed down, and the bag is tapered, narrower at the bottom, so
it's barely larger than the camera. It can hold a D80, D90 or D300
with most or all of Nikon's non "pro" 18-###mm lenses. If a bag
such as this is still to bulky, what I've occasionally done when I
want to pack *really* light is to put the camera in a gallon
Zip-Lock bag (holds a D300 + lens) and then wrap a small towel or
some clothing around it that can tolerate getting slightly wrinkled.
If put in a bag with lots of soft items that can surround it (pairs
of socks, etc.) the camera doesn't even have to have a towel wrapped
around it. You could even remove the lens from the camera
(protected by the body and lens caps) which would probably allow
them to fit in even tighter quarters.
Some photographers that need to take *lots* of photo equipment
with them often use vests or other means to "wear" several lenses in
pockets when there would otherwise be no room in the bags/luggage
permitted by airlines. There are also compact soft lens cases that
attach to your belt. Tour group permitting, you could even hang the
camera and lens from a strap around your neck if you're really
strapped for space as it probably wouldn't count as a bag. :)
MaryL
"MaryL" <stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> wrote in message
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Thanks, everyone. You have provided several excellent possibilities. I
really appreciate it.
MaryL
C J Campbell
I use this when I travel:
or,
if that link does not work on your news reader:
http://preview.tinyurl.com/dh6fp6
This small pack can carry a 400 mm f/2.8 lens with pro body attached,
plus a lot of other gear, yet it still fits easily in the overhead bins
of regional jets. There is enough room in it to also fit everything
else I would put in a carry-on. It is an essential when making back
country trips into Alaska, for example. It is so small that it easily
stands on its edge in the baggage overhead of a commercial jet, taking
up about half the room of other carry-ons.
C J Campbell
> On Sat, 7 Mar 2009 12:41:03 -0600, MaryL wrote:
>
> That's what I also normally use, but are we talking about the same
> type of padded camera bag? (I'm just wondering if yours is one of
> the rectangular bags that can hold at least a body and a pair of
> lenses) Mine is Tamrac's 5684 which holds the camera with the lens
> pointed down, and the bag is tapered, narrower at the bottom, so
> it's barely larger than the camera.
I use a Boda bag for that sort of thing:
This excellent and extremely compact bag will carry a couple lenses, a
strobe, and accessories in a pouch that you can either sling over your
shoulder or wear on your waist -- it comes with its own belt. However,
even the large one will not hold a pro body. So, the strategy for using
this bag is to pack a couple lenses in it and wear the camera on your
shoulder using an R Strap.
The R strap is different from other camera straps in that it holds the
camera by the tripod mount. The camera slides up and down the strap
like it is on a zip line. This allows the camera to move freely, but
the strap stays relatively snug and the camera does not swing around
while you are walking. It also takes all the pressure off your neck. I
also have a variant made by another company that holds two cameras,
allowing me to instantly switch between either camera.
Of course, the Boda Bag, the R Strap, and the WP-1 photopack mentioned
in my previous post are a bit on the pricey side. For me, the speed and
portability of these systems are worth it. If you have plenty of time
and space, then any old camera bag will do.
tony cooper
<christophercam...@hotmail.com> wrote:
>http://blackrapid.com/
>
>The R strap is different from other camera straps in that it holds the
>camera by the tripod mount. The camera slides up and down the strap
>like it is on a zip line. This allows the camera to move freely, but
>the strap stays relatively snug and the camera does not swing around
>while you are walking. It also takes all the pressure off your neck. I
>also have a variant made by another company that holds two cameras,
>allowing me to instantly switch between either camera.
Nothing to do with the strap itself, but what kind of idiot makes a
video demonstrating his black product, connected to a black camera
body, and wears a black shirt?
MaryL
"C J Campbell" <christophercam...@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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The R-Strap looks interesting, but I don't see any information on cost or
how to order. Some dealers were listed, but they don't seem to have search
sites. Where did you get yours? Can you supply a web site?
Also: Can the R-Strap be adjusted so the camera will not swing to the back?
Everyone keeps warning me about theft!
Thanks,
MaryL
ASAAR
> I use a Boda bag for that sort of thing:
>
> http://www.goboda.com/
>
> This excellent and extremely compact bag will carry a couple lenses, a
> strobe, and accessories in a pouch that you can either sling over your
> shoulder or wear on your waist -- it comes with its own belt. However,
> even the large one will not hold a pro body. So, the strategy for using
> this bag is to pack a couple lenses in it and wear the camera on your
> shoulder using an R Strap.
You're kidding, aren't you? The two bags shown (under "specs")
look very nice, but compared with the Tamrac I mentioned are
immense, much heavier and much more expensive. The smaller of the
two is several times larger, not to mention heavier. Do you recall
the OP saying that she would be taking the 18-135mm lens because the
18-200mm was to heavy? The small Boda bag weighs nearly 1/3 pound
more than the 18-200mm lens. The large one weighs a bit more than
the 18-135 and 18-200 lenses combined. As I said, the bags look
nice, but at the end of the day when you wander into town dressed up
in your best duds, this is what you want to pack your camera* in :
http://store.skytoptrading.com/coffeeproducts.html
*It looks like they don't yet have one for the D3.
MaryL
"MaryL" <stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> wrote in message
Sorry...I didn't look closely enough. I found their online ordering site,
but unfortunately no telephone number for some questions I have. This strap
looks very interesting to me, although the other equipment you listed would
be much too bulky for my purposes. I am looking for a very lightweight
"pouch" that will fit into my carryon case (fit under a seat in an
airplane). Several others have given me some very good options for that,
but this strap looks like it would solve another problem--that is,
discomfort and stress on the neck from carrying a camera when walking.
Thanks,
MaryL
C J Campbell
I was not suggesting that the OP use Boda bags -- much too bulky, I agree.
C J Campbell
<stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> said:
The Nikon camera case is probably the least bulky solution short of
just wrapping the camera in a towel. In fact, it is probably less bulky
than that. It is just like a Nikon lens case, only it is a form-fitting
cover for the camera.
Personally, I would not put my camera in such a case. There is not one
available for the D3/D3X anyway. I would just wrap it in a towel. OTOH,
maybe Jane would sew a little bag for it.
BlackRapid (the R Strap) is owned by Ronald Dean Photography. Phone #
(206) 679-9175.
C J Campbell
lol. They were doing this at WPPI, too. I never thought about it. A lot
of pros do wear black shirts -- less obtrusive, reflects less light,
looks stylish.
C J Campbell
<stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> said:
If you are really worried about theft, the PacSafe CarrySafe 100
Anti-theft camera strap is about as secure as they get. A thief will
have a hard time grabbing your camera without killing you -- which
might be a bad thing.
http://www.pacsafe.com/www/index.php?_room=3&_action=detail&id=16
PacSafe also makes several secure travel products, such as anti-theft
purses, anti-theft bags, and stuff to keep your valuables secure in
your hotel room. I use a number of their products, including the
CarrySafe 100 camera strap. I also use their larger laptop strap.
I keep my R Strap adjusted so the camera is at my side, right at my hip.
Really, though, your best protection against theft is a friend. Also
avoid crowds, especially where people are pressing in close to you. Not
only does it make a thief's job easier, crowds impose particular
dangers of their own. A thief is unlikely to attack a tour group.
C J Campbell
<stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> said:
A couple of other points -- I was not suggesting either the Boda bag or
the Photopak for you; just responding to others. However, it is a
matter of point of view: I pack some necessities in my camera bag and
call it my carry-on; you pack your camera in your carry-on. Certainly
my Photopak would fit under a seat. OTOH, running out and spending
upwards of $350 for a bag is probably not in most peoples' budget and
is certainly a waste of money for most people. Indeed, even the Boda
Bags are probably a lot more money than most people want to spend for
that sort of thing -- and they are clearly unsuitable for what you want.
You might use a diaper bag. No one steals a diaper bag. OTOH, if you
want to get rid of used diapers, you might put them in a camera bag.
Maybe someone will steal them. lol Seriously, whatever bag you put your
camera in, you want it to look as ratty as possible. The message should
be that it contains nothing valuable and you might even catch something
from just going near it.
Jürgen Exner
>I am going to take my Nikon D80 with the 18-135 kit lens. [...]
>steps!) that I will encounter, so I will use the 18-135 lens as a suitable
>substitute. Does anyone know if there are any soft camera "pouches" that I
>could use for the camera, and then place it in my regular carryon bag?
Nikon makes a beautiful leather pouch custom fitted specifically for
that combination. If your local dealer doesn't carry it you can order it
e.g. from B&H. That's where I got mine.
jue
MaryL
"Paul Furman" <paul-@-edgehill.net> wrote in message
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I got the OpTech pouch, and it turned out to be perfect for what I
want--lightweight and some protection for a camera placed in my carryon
airplane bag. It would not substitute for a well-padded general purpose
bag, but it is exactly what I need for the trip I will be taking to Greece.
I was originally going to also use the R-Strap that someone else
recommended, but I have changed my mind and may even be able to take a
longer lens (which will mean a different OpTech pouch, but well worth it).
I put a bino harness strap on the camera, and that completely takes the
weight off my neck. The one I found is similar to this one, but a different
brand:
http://www.binoculars.com/binocular-accessories/straps-and-harnesses/zhumellfieldharness1.cfm
I substituted heavy rings of the type used for key chains for the ones in
the package to attack the harness to the camera. I did not think the
supplied rings were sturdy enough to support my camera and lens.
I'm going to take some walks with this system and my 18-200mm Nikkor lens
(VR). That is a much better lens than my 18-135, but I originally thought
it would be too heavy for the trip I'm taking. After trying the bino
harness, I now think (and hope) that the bino strap will solve that problem.
If so, I'll take that lens instead. It's not very attractive, but it seems
to solve the problems I had noted earlier.
Thanks, everyone, for your help.
MaryL
C J Campbell
<stan...@yahoo.comTAKE-OUT-THE-LITTER> said:
Enjoy your trip!