wishbone_17
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I wasn't sure where to post this so I thought this to be the best place.
That said, I am looking to get a new camera bag and tripod and wanted to get some feedback.
First off, the Camera Bag.
I recently moved into Digital photography and want to consolidate all my cameras (or most) to one bag and have been eyeing a couple. My first option is the Lowepro Super Trekker AW II, and my other is the Tamrac Expedition 8. As far as my needs, I am looking for something that can hold my Medium format with 2-3 lenses, and my Nikon D200 with (eventually) 4-5 lenses, and maybe a vintage Canonet QL-17 and a polaroid just to mix it up. I just like having all my equipment in one place, and I would like to be able to have it all as carry on luggage at airports. I would also like to stick with back pack style bags because I find them easier to work with, Plus I have 3 smaller sling bags if I need a smaller pack.
Secondly, the tripods. I have a big old steel manfrotto that weighs 15 pounds and is a great studio tripod, but what I now want is a good field tripod. I already have a head for it so I am just looking for some sticks. My choices are the MANFROTTO 055XPROB or the MANFROTTO 055 MAGFIBER. I would like to stick with Manfrotto as I find their customer service and products wonderful.
Money isn't that big of an issue for either the tripod or the camera bag, but if the cheaper of the options is better or as good, then I don't see the need in spending the extra money.
If you have a suggestion for a tripod or camera bag I would love to hear it. Thanks.
That said, I am looking to get a new camera bag and tripod and wanted to get some feedback.
First off, the Camera Bag.
I recently moved into Digital photography and want to consolidate all my cameras (or most) to one bag and have been eyeing a couple. My first option is the Lowepro Super Trekker AW II, and my other is the Tamrac Expedition 8. As far as my needs, I am looking for something that can hold my Medium format with 2-3 lenses, and my Nikon D200 with (eventually) 4-5 lenses, and maybe a vintage Canonet QL-17 and a polaroid just to mix it up. I just like having all my equipment in one place, and I would like to be able to have it all as carry on luggage at airports. I would also like to stick with back pack style bags because I find them easier to work with, Plus I have 3 smaller sling bags if I need a smaller pack.
Secondly, the tripods. I have a big old steel manfrotto that weighs 15 pounds and is a great studio tripod, but what I now want is a good field tripod. I already have a head for it so I am just looking for some sticks. My choices are the MANFROTTO 055XPROB or the MANFROTTO 055 MAGFIBER. I would like to stick with Manfrotto as I find their customer service and products wonderful.
Money isn't that big of an issue for either the tripod or the camera bag, but if the cheaper of the options is better or as good, then I don't see the need in spending the extra money.
If you have a suggestion for a tripod or camera bag I would love to hear it. Thanks.