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alwaysmichellerene · 12-11-2013, 07:49 PM

Hey all. I brought my k-3 out with me today on a trip out to lunch & the comic store with the hubster-- in other words, not a shoot where I would want all my lenses in the big bag. What smaller bag/holster will hold the k-3 with a battery grip? I was super paranoid that my new baby was gonna get dinged up! Thanks!

DogLover · 12-11-2013, 08:21 PM

LowePro has a series called Toploader Zoom in 3 sizes. I have an older one that is probably closest in size to the current model 45, the smallest one. K-3 with a grip does fit in there, lens down, but just barely. It's what I've been using for several years whenever I take one body w/grip and just the one attached lens. Works quite well.

Teal · 12-11-2013, 08:25 PM

Originally posted by alwaysmichellerene

Hey all. I brought my k-3 out with me today on a trip out to lunch & the comic store with the hubster-- in other words, not a shoot where I would want all my lenses in the big bag. What smaller bag/holster will hold the k-3 with a battery grip? I was super paranoid that my new baby was gonna get dinged up! Thanks!

Have a look at the LowerPro Urban Reporter 150.

I have the 250 version which carries 4 lenses and two bodies (one with a grip). I'm aiming of getting myself the 150 if I just want to carry a body with grip and maybe one extra lens.

narual · 12-11-2013, 09:41 PM

The Photojojo Store! -- you can stuff it inside any bag you already have.

johnmflores · 12-11-2013, 11:06 PM

I've got a Timbuktu Snoop (M IIRC) Messenger. K-3 with grip plus prime works. Grip plus zoom would be bulky. But if I'm just going out to hand, I'll often remove the grip and roll with just a couple of primes.

rawr · 12-12-2013, 12:17 AM

Tamrac Aria 6 works. Maybe even one of the smaller models would do.

hcc · 12-12-2013, 12:41 AM

Originally posted by DogLover

LowePro has a series called Toploader Zoom in 3 sizes. I have an older one that is probably closest in size to the current model 45, the smallest one. K-3 with a grip does fit in there, lens down, but just barely. It's what I've been using for several years whenever I take one body w/grip and just the one attached lens. Works quite well.

+1 for the Lowepro Toploader Zoo.

I have had mine (medium one) for 4 years to hold my K-7 with a mounted lens. I carry this bag everywhere, it got some knocks, but the camera is spotless, well protected by the padding. Very very convenient ....

I am getting a K-3 next year and I will get another Toploader bag.

**frogoutofwater** · 12-12-2013, 05:18 PM

Originally posted by rawr

Tamrac Aria 6 works. Maybe even one of the smaller models would do.

I have the Aria 6 and the 3 (and love them both), but I don't think the 3 will be big enough for the K-3 plus grip. One thing I like about these bags is that they're streamlined and look a bit like handbags (not girly handbags, though), so I will use in social settings where a more rugged bag would look out of place. Without a grip, the Aria 3 will fit my K-3 with either the 18-135 or 55-300 attached, a small wallet, a few accessories (like a rocket blower, memory card holder, etc) and possibly a small flash or smallish second lens.

Sandy Hancock · 12-12-2013, 05:24 PM

For a short, casual trip where you may want to take some photos, leave the grip behind; maybe take a spare battery if you're paranoid. That way just about any small bag/case will do.

I only use the battery grip if I plan to be out all day and expect to take thousands of shots - like an all day music festival.

tram57 · 02-02-2014, 01:08 PM

I have the KATA Access 16PL Holster which accommodates the K-3 with grip mounted perfectly, plus the bottom can be extended by unzipping if there is a long zoom/tele lens mounted.

Here is a link:

Kata Pro-Light Access-16 PL Holster KT PL-A-16 B&H Photo Video

discontinued at B&H; perhaps could be found somewhere else? or the replacement model?

gosman · 02-10-2014, 04:12 PM

Anyone tried the LowePro flipside backpacks? Looks very secure from prying hands in the streets of Barcelona!

**LaurenOE** · 02-10-2014, 04:16 PM

Think Tank Digital Holster 40 v2.0 and their belt (which allow for other attachments)

Digital Holster 40 V2.0

I have all my cameras in Think Tank gear.

gosman · 02-10-2014, 04:29 PM

Lauren- your bag seems limited if you want to carry camera and 2 lenses, and flash and other etc. items.

Cold Iron · 02-10-2014, 04:34 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

Think Tank Digital Holster 40 v2.0 and their belt (which allow for other attachments)

Digital Holster 40 V2.0

I have all my cameras in Think Tank gear.

I have the Digital Holster 50 V2.0 for my K3 and DA* 300 and DA* 60-250. I do not have the belt yet but have the digital harness for snowshoeing and skiing, etc. I put split rings on the clips that are on the bag for faster and easier donning. Took a few trips in the woods with it to get used to it but absolutely love how it keeps the camera out of the way of my poles and trees. I don't believe these will be my last Think Tank purchases....

**LaurenOE** · 02-10-2014, 05:21 PM

Originally posted by gosman

Lauren- your bag seems limited if you want to carry camera and 2 lenses, and flash and other etc. items.

Nope. It's part of the Think Tank System -

Camera Belt for Pro Photographers, Camera Bag Accessories

Modular Camera Cases, DSLR Camera Bags, DSLR Lens Pouches

Modular Sets, Modular Systems - Think Tank Photo

Basically, I configure my belt for what I am shooting.
I routinely carry three skins, and a few other pouches.
It's the perfect system, as the modular components don't have to be slid onto the belt, but can be placed anywhere on it.

The little details of the Think Tank System make it perfect.

12-11-2013, 07:49 PM	#1
alwaysmichellerene Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Western Washington Photos: Albums Posts: 135	Day bag for k-3 with battery grip? Hey all. I brought my k-3 out with me today on a trip out to lunch & the comic store with the hubster-- in other words, not a shoot where I would want all my lenses in the big bag. What smaller bag/holster will hold the k-3 with a battery grip? I was super paranoid that my new baby was gonna get dinged up! Thanks!

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12-11-2013, 08:21 PM	#2
DogLover Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2,054	LowePro has a series called Toploader Zoom in 3 sizes. I have an older one that is probably closest in size to the current model 45, the smallest one. K-3 with a grip does fit in there, lens down, but just barely. It's what I've been using for several years whenever I take one body w/grip and just the one attached lens. Works quite well.

12-11-2013, 08:25 PM	#3
Teal Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 55	Originally posted by alwaysmichellerene Hey all. I brought my k-3 out with me today on a trip out to lunch & the comic store with the hubster-- in other words, not a shoot where I would want all my lenses in the big bag. What smaller bag/holster will hold the k-3 with a battery grip? I was super paranoid that my new baby was gonna get dinged up! Thanks! Have a look at the LowerPro Urban Reporter 150. I have the 250 version which carries 4 lenses and two bodies (one with a grip). I'm aiming of getting myself the 150 if I just want to carry a body with grip and maybe one extra lens.

12-11-2013, 09:41 PM	#4
narual Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Bend (Notre Dame), Indiana Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,988	The Photojojo Store! -- you can stuff it inside any bag you already have.

12-11-2013, 11:06 PM	#5
johnmflores Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerville, NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,361	I've got a Timbuktu Snoop (M IIRC) Messenger. K-3 with grip plus prime works. Grip plus zoom would be bulky. But if I'm just going out to hand, I'll often remove the grip and roll with just a couple of primes.

12-12-2013, 12:17 AM	#6
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Tamrac Aria 6 works. Maybe even one of the smaller models would do.

12-12-2013, 12:41 AM	#7
hcc Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,005	Originally posted by DogLover LowePro has a series called Toploader Zoom in 3 sizes. I have an older one that is probably closest in size to the current model 45, the smallest one. K-3 with a grip does fit in there, lens down, but just barely. It's what I've been using for several years whenever I take one body w/grip and just the one attached lens. Works quite well. +1 for the Lowepro Toploader Zoo. I have had mine (medium one) for 4 years to hold my K-7 with a mounted lens. I carry this bag everywhere, it got some knocks, but the camera is spotless, well protected by the padding. Very very convenient .... I am getting a K-3 next year and I will get another Toploader bag.

12-12-2013, 05:18 PM	#8
frogoutofwater Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery Posts: 674	Originally posted by rawr Tamrac Aria 6 works. Maybe even one of the smaller models would do. I have the Aria 6 and the 3 (and love them both), but I don't think the 3 will be big enough for the K-3 plus grip. One thing I like about these bags is that they're streamlined and look a bit like handbags (not girly handbags, though), so I will use in social settings where a more rugged bag would look out of place. Without a grip, the Aria 3 will fit my K-3 with either the 18-135 or 55-300 attached, a small wallet, a few accessories (like a rocket blower, memory card holder, etc) and possibly a small flash or smallish second lens.

12-12-2013, 05:24 PM	#9
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	For a short, casual trip where you may want to take some photos, leave the grip behind; maybe take a spare battery if you're paranoid. That way just about any small bag/case will do. I only use the battery grip if I plan to be out all day and expect to take thousands of shots - like an all day music festival.

02-02-2014, 01:08 PM	#10
tram57 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 176	I have the KATA Access 16PL Holster which accommodates the K-3 with grip mounted perfectly, plus the bottom can be extended by unzipping if there is a long zoom/tele lens mounted. Here is a link: Kata Pro-Light Access-16 PL Holster KT PL-A-16 B&H Photo Video discontinued at B&H; perhaps could be found somewhere else? or the replacement model?

02-10-2014, 04:12 PM	#11
gosman Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 263	Anyone tried the LowePro flipside backpacks? Looks very secure from prying hands in the streets of Barcelona!

02-10-2014, 04:16 PM	#12
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Think Tank Digital Holster 40 v2.0 and their belt (which allow for other attachments) Digital Holster 40 V2.0 I have all my cameras in Think Tank gear.

02-10-2014, 04:29 PM	#13
gosman Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 263	Lauren- your bag seems limited if you want to carry camera and 2 lenses, and flash and other etc. items.

02-10-2014, 04:34 PM	#14
Cold Iron Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Mn. Posts: 111	Originally posted by LaurenOE Think Tank Digital Holster 40 v2.0 and their belt (which allow for other attachments) Digital Holster 40 V2.0 I have all my cameras in Think Tank gear. I have the Digital Holster 50 V2.0 for my K3 and DA* 300 and DA* 60-250. I do not have the belt yet but have the digital harness for snowshoeing and skiing, etc. I put split rings on the clips that are on the bag for faster and easier donning. Took a few trips in the woods with it to get used to it but absolutely love how it keeps the camera out of the way of my poles and trees. I don't believe these will be my last Think Tank purchases....

02-10-2014, 05:21 PM	#15
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by gosman Lauren- your bag seems limited if you want to carry camera and 2 lenses, and flash and other etc. items. Nope. It's part of the Think Tank System - Camera Belt for Pro Photographers, Camera Bag Accessories Modular Camera Cases, DSLR Camera Bags, DSLR Lens Pouches Modular Sets, Modular Systems - Think Tank Photo Basically, I configure my belt for what I am shooting. I routinely carry three skins, and a few other pouches. It's the perfect system, as the modular components don't have to be slid onto the belt, but can be placed anywhere on it. The little details of the Think Tank System make it perfect.

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