Camera Bags

Bea · Dec 15, 2007

Anyone recommend a good camera bag/case for a D40?
Not looking for anything too large, only have the basic lens right now.
I would like to get something that will last that I can trust not to break while carrying.
I'd prefer to shop online, so any sites would be appreciated.
B.

Buszaj · Dec 15, 2007

Lowepro and Tamrac make really good bags, from small to big, from inexpensive to expenisve. Try B&H and Adorama, (top right of page). Also look on the Lowepro website to see their products.

Bea · Dec 15, 2007

Adorama....great site but don't think they ship to Canada

Brotage · Dec 15, 2007

I'm getting a XTi for chistmas.. already got to play with it a bit..

I went to the camera store to check out bags and just ordered the Lowepro Nova 3 AW.

It's not big but not small didnt feel like a burden to carry around. It could fit my camera with a lens attached and there were 5 other lens slots.. which if you get new lenses or a flash or something or you just wanna carry some snacks around it seems perfect.

It also has a front pocket too.

B&H has it for like 32 dollars (I think.. maybe 37)

usayit · Dec 15, 2007

You should first decide on a type.

Backpack: Comfortable with lots of stuff. Slow to access compartment.
Shoulder: quick to access compartment. not comfortable with a lot of weight.
Sling: Compromise between Backpack and Shoulder. All the weight is still on one shoulder. Typically smaller than other bag designs.

Lowepro and Tamrac all offer wonderful options. I prefer Lowepro but my most used bag is a shoulder bag from Old Navy.

Alpha · Dec 15, 2007

Domke is the ish. End of story.

ranmyaku · Dec 15, 2007

Crumpler bags are good. I have the 7 million dollar one.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/384137-REG/Crumpler_MD0701A_7_Million_Dollar_Home.html

kundalini · Dec 15, 2007

I have two Lowepros and like them. Looking to get a third since my lens collection seems to have grown in length as well as girth.

I'm such a lucky guy!!!

Buszaj · Dec 16, 2007

Bea said:
Adorama....great site but don't think they ship to Canada

I'm pretty sure they do ship to Canada. Under shipping just choose Canada and type in your postal code.

usayit · Dec 16, 2007

MaxBloom said:
Domke is the ish. End of story.

Nah.. Domke is just a cheaper version of Billingham. End of story. (I'm just pullin your chain

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Bea · Dec 16, 2007

Yes, I fell in love with a Billingham............I don't think my husband is going to let me get a bag/case that's almost the same price as the camera :er:

Reel1 · Dec 16, 2007

The omni pro is a nice bag, and not too big.

http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Hard_and_Soft_Shell/classic/Omni_Pro_and_Pro_Extreme.aspx

Trish1977 · Dec 16, 2007

kundalini said:
I have two Lowepros and like them. Looking to get a third since my lens collection seems to have grown in length as well as girth.

I'm such a lucky guy!!!

Sideburns · Dec 16, 2007

Lowepro Fastpack is what I'm gonna get when I got the funds...

D40 · Dec 16, 2007

Well, I'm sorta ticked, I just baught this:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/279323-REG/Lowepro_1990310_Mini_Trekker_Classic_Backpack.html

and paid $80 for it from B&H. Anyhow that is a good bag for you, it holds my D40 with my 70-200 just fine and I still have room left over.