Originally posted by pid
That's interesting, but maybe still on the bulky side. It has my attention though.
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Originally posted by aslyfox
I didn't look at the database, but now that I have, it still doesn't seems to feature what I'm looking for. Most are full bags of various types.
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Originally posted by robgski I have used Case Logic holster bags for both my K-5 and my K-1. They have held up very well after extensive use, travel, and protect the camera despite occasioanl rough handling
I'll have to give them a look. I suppose the holster style is what I'm really looking for.
Thanks
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Originally posted by aaacb Since you want this in your current backpack, you could try a camera bag insert. I have a tenba BYOB 9, for reference it fits my k3ii and da 16-85 with lots of room to spare both in length and height (enough actually for 1-2 more lenses... So perhaps the BYOB 7 is better fitted for your kit plus batteries, filters, etc
I actually use the insert with my hiking backpack, for day to day I have a think tank perception backpack that has camera pouches plus room for other stuff and a laptop.
That's getting close, but still much bigger than what I'm looking for.
Thanks
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Originally posted by Vaskebjorn I use Pelican Type cases. I have one that should qualify as a cary on (1510 size) that holds my entire gear which is 2 K3 bodies, a DA* 300mm and a 50-135. Plus batteries, charger, spares sd’s And some loose stuff. This tips the scale at 11.5 kg. I also have a smaller one with just a k3 and the 50-135 plus all the loose stuff you need. I can also pack my ipad inthere as well. That works great for me when travelling “light”
Pelican style cases would be the ultimate, but would destroy the ability to toss it in a backpack.
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What I'm looking for would be what is usually called holster style. Something that literally protects the camera alone. In days gone by, this was often a stiff leather cover. I'm looking for something that can protect the camera + lens from the inevitable bumps and tumbles anything in a normal backpack will experience. From eye-cup to lens cap, this setup is exactly 8" long. I already have a large Lowepro backpack that has been a beast over the years; it holds my entire kit. In this case, I'm looking for the opposite. In order of priorty:
1) Protects the camera. The K3 is a robust camera and the Sigma is a well built lens, but a smack in the wrong spot will surely damage it. The stiffer the shell, the better. Backpacks move around in the car, have a habit of falling off chairs, etc.
2) As small as possible: I'm trying to put this in a backpack that also carries my laptop and various stuff. There's plenty of spare room, but something like a rectangular Pelican or other camera case would be a bulky challenge.
3) Reasonably affordable. Though a robust case is far cheaper than camera repairs.
Thanks
Last edited by phreon; 11-12-2019 at 11:56 AM.