Pentax bags ???

superbass · 10-28-2007, 09:42 AM

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Has anyone actually seen them?

I need to get a camera bag, because I'm tired of using my dad's old canon bag. I'm really just looking for something small, so I'm thinking about getting the Pentax DSLR Sling Bag or the Pentax DSLR Gadget Bag. Except, I can't find pictures of either of the bags anywhere!

Has anyone else purchased camera bags from Pentax?

Peter Zack · 10-28-2007, 09:44 AM

Is this what you are interested in?

Pentax SLR Camera Holster Case/Bag for Digital K10D NEW - (eBay item 160170803343 end time Oct-29-07 15:02:43 PDT)

superbass · 10-28-2007, 09:50 AM

I can't get to Pentax's online store to show you, but that doesn't seem to be what they've described on their website.

JamesD · 10-28-2007, 12:39 PM

Take a look at the Lowe Pro Sling 200. We bought two of them (for my wife as well as me). Just love them. They're feather light... sling around so you can access the contents, have a flip over chamois to protect your LCD screen from the strap when the camera is in the bag... and a great padded strap. This has to be the best bag I've ever purchased. Check it out
here:

Lowepro - SlingShot 200 AW

FotoPete · 10-28-2007, 07:20 PM

I have the gadget bag and its pretty decent if you don't have much to carry and it looks nice cuz of the Pentax logo. It also has two plastic shoes on the botton of the bag which I thought was a nice touch.

wHat I didn't like was that it lacked the 'weather' flap and zipper that comes standard in the LowePro bags. So basically its just a flip over 'lid' and stuff can fall out the sides if you aren't careful.

miguelslo · 10-29-2007, 01:36 AM

I second JamesD, i myself own a LowePro Slingshot 100 AW and it's amazing! Quick and easy access!

superbass · 10-29-2007, 09:08 AM

We have a few of the Lowepro bags where I work, and I like them except they're mostly tiny. I've tried them out and it really looks awkward when I'm wearing them.

Thanks for the info. I may just take my chances with the Pentax sling bag and get one of the larger lowepro or tamrac bags later.

JamesD · 10-29-2007, 10:52 AM

The Slingshot 200 has room for two extra lenses plus the k10d body with kit lens plus a flash. It also has a number of small pockets for other accessories (i.e. filters, cards, so forth). If that is not large enough, then there is the Slingshot 300 that should pretty much fit anyone's needs. The 200 is perfect for us but we only intend of carrying a max of two extra lenses.

and · 10-29-2007, 10:54 AM

I have the slingshot 200 as well, love it. but i think if i had so much gear that i needed the 300 then it wouldnt be comfortable anymore, that design with 1 shoulder strap is not that comfortable if the bag is very heavy. but the 200 works great.

superbass · 10-29-2007, 02:03 PM

I meant tiny as in when I'm wearing them, not in respect to the space inside of the bag. It shouldn't be that big of a deal, but I'd rather have a bag that doesn't look awkward on me. I tried a bunch on at work, but they all were mostly the small square looking backpack models.

I'm leaning towards the tamrac adventure 9 or the lowepro aw II for my other bag.

Do you guys generally keep all of your gear in one place? I haven't figured out where to store my lenses and stuff when they're not in the bag. Right now I've been leaving them on my dresser, but I've noticed it gets dusty fairly fast.

Any suggestions for filter cases?

JamesD · 10-29-2007, 05:04 PM

Ha! I've decided not to buy so much gear that my bag won't accommodate what I have. Seriously, why not put your extra lenses that you don't want to pack with you, in woolen socks? Put them "in" your bureau drawer where they'll be safe, out of the way and free from dust. I once had quite a collection of gear back in my slr days. I discovered that for the most part, I only used two lenses and the others I generally left at home. That's one of the main reasons I decided to exercise fiscal restraint and not go crazy on buying a lot of equipment that I know will only receive spotty use at best. Unless I plan to do a lot of photography in a certain area (i.e. macro), I won't invest just on a speculation that I might.

Just my two cents.

All the best.

Eddie · 10-29-2007, 07:58 PM

James, I am pleased to hear that you love your Slingshot as much as I do!

superbass · 10-29-2007, 08:42 PM

Originally posted by JamesD

Ha! I've decided not to buy so much gear that my bag won't accommodate what I have. Seriously, why not put your extra lenses that you don't want to pack with you, in woolen socks? Put them "in" your bureau drawer where they'll be safe, out of the way and free from dust. I once had quite a collection of gear back in my slr days. I discovered that for the most part, I only used two lenses and the others I generally left at home. That's one of the main reasons I decided to exercise fiscal restraint and not go crazy on buying a lot of equipment that I know will only receive spotty use at best. Unless I plan to do a lot of photography in a certain area (i.e. macro), I won't invest just on a speculation that I might.

Just my two cents.

All the best.

But that makes too much sense! I've been told you're only young once, and from what I've read from other forum members, once you get a family the big spending days are over.

PaengBonafe · 10-30-2007, 12:28 AM

so any body really have experience on the Pentax sling bag? actual photos would be nice. cheers!

Heathglen · 10-30-2007, 05:31 AM

I've got:

> Pentax holster bag - it's small, but holds K10D without grip and one zoom lens.

> Pentax "gadget bag" - it's too small and barely holds a K10D with grip and lens and another small lens.

> LowePro SlingShot 200 - It's great (once you know how to use it) and holds a K10D with grip and lens as well as four other lenses and flash (and all sorts of other accoutrements)

> LowePro Sideline Shooter - It's small, but comfortably holds a K10D with grip and lens and another zoom lens as well as some accoutrements. This is a waist carrier.

> LowePro Nova 5AW - It holds everything I could need and gets v-e-r-y heavy making me wonder why I don't exercise more.

Conclusion: The Pentax name on a bag is nice. I'd like it better if the bags were bigger and the name didn't blatantly shout I've got photographic gear in me (I've removed the IDs from the LowePro gear.)

Larry in Dallas

10-28-2007, 09:42 AM	#1
superbass Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 340	Pentax bags ??? Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Has anyone actually seen them? I need to get a camera bag, because I'm tired of using my dad's old canon bag. I'm really just looking for something small, so I'm thinking about getting the Pentax DSLR Sling Bag or the Pentax DSLR Gadget Bag. Except, I can't find pictures of either of the bags anywhere! Has anyone else purchased camera bags from Pentax?

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10-28-2007, 09:44 AM	#2
Peter Zack Pentaxian Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2007 Location: Edmonton Alberta, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,643	Is this what you are interested in? Pentax SLR Camera Holster Case/Bag for Digital K10D NEW - (eBay item 160170803343 end time Oct-29-07 15:02:43 PDT)

10-28-2007, 09:50 AM	#3
superbass Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 340 Original Poster	I can't get to Pentax's online store to show you, but that doesn't seem to be what they've described on their website.

10-28-2007, 12:39 PM	#4
JamesD Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 536	Take a look at the Lowe Pro Sling 200. We bought two of them (for my wife as well as me). Just love them. They're feather light... sling around so you can access the contents, have a flip over chamois to protect your LCD screen from the strap when the camera is in the bag... and a great padded strap. This has to be the best bag I've ever purchased. Check it out here: Lowepro - SlingShot 200 AW

10-28-2007, 07:20 PM	#5
FotoPete Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,774	I have the gadget bag and its pretty decent if you don't have much to carry and it looks nice cuz of the Pentax logo. It also has two plastic shoes on the botton of the bag which I thought was a nice touch. wHat I didn't like was that it lacked the 'weather' flap and zipper that comes standard in the LowePro bags. So basically its just a flip over 'lid' and stuff can fall out the sides if you aren't careful.

10-29-2007, 01:36 AM	#6
miguelslo New Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Slovenia Posts: 11	I second JamesD, i myself own a LowePro Slingshot 100 AW and it's amazing! Quick and easy access!

10-29-2007, 09:08 AM	#7
superbass Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 340 Original Poster	We have a few of the Lowepro bags where I work, and I like them except they're mostly tiny. I've tried them out and it really looks awkward when I'm wearing them. Thanks for the info. I may just take my chances with the Pentax sling bag and get one of the larger lowepro or tamrac bags later.

10-29-2007, 10:52 AM	#8
JamesD Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 536	The Slingshot 200 has room for two extra lenses plus the k10d body with kit lens plus a flash. It also has a number of small pockets for other accessories (i.e. filters, cards, so forth). If that is not large enough, then there is the Slingshot 300 that should pretty much fit anyone's needs. The 200 is perfect for us but we only intend of carrying a max of two extra lenses.

10-29-2007, 10:54 AM	#9
and Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,476	I have the slingshot 200 as well, love it. but i think if i had so much gear that i needed the 300 then it wouldnt be comfortable anymore, that design with 1 shoulder strap is not that comfortable if the bag is very heavy. but the 200 works great.

10-29-2007, 02:03 PM	#10
superbass Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 340 Original Poster	I meant tiny as in when I'm wearing them, not in respect to the space inside of the bag. It shouldn't be that big of a deal, but I'd rather have a bag that doesn't look awkward on me. I tried a bunch on at work, but they all were mostly the small square looking backpack models. I'm leaning towards the tamrac adventure 9 or the lowepro aw II for my other bag. Do you guys generally keep all of your gear in one place? I haven't figured out where to store my lenses and stuff when they're not in the bag. Right now I've been leaving them on my dresser, but I've noticed it gets dusty fairly fast. Any suggestions for filter cases?

10-29-2007, 05:04 PM	#11
JamesD Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 536	Ha! I've decided not to buy so much gear that my bag won't accommodate what I have. Seriously, why not put your extra lenses that you don't want to pack with you, in woolen socks? Put them "in" your bureau drawer where they'll be safe, out of the way and free from dust. I once had quite a collection of gear back in my slr days. I discovered that for the most part, I only used two lenses and the others I generally left at home. That's one of the main reasons I decided to exercise fiscal restraint and not go crazy on buying a lot of equipment that I know will only receive spotty use at best. Unless I plan to do a lot of photography in a certain area (i.e. macro), I won't invest just on a speculation that I might. Just my two cents. All the best.

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10-29-2007, 07:58 PM	#12
Eddie Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ft Walton Beach, FL Posts: 189	James, I am pleased to hear that you love your Slingshot as much as I do!

10-29-2007, 08:42 PM	#13
superbass Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NY Posts: 340 Original Poster	Originally posted by JamesD Ha! I've decided not to buy so much gear that my bag won't accommodate what I have. Seriously, why not put your extra lenses that you don't want to pack with you, in woolen socks? Put them "in" your bureau drawer where they'll be safe, out of the way and free from dust. I once had quite a collection of gear back in my slr days. I discovered that for the most part, I only used two lenses and the others I generally left at home. That's one of the main reasons I decided to exercise fiscal restraint and not go crazy on buying a lot of equipment that I know will only receive spotty use at best. Unless I plan to do a lot of photography in a certain area (i.e. macro), I won't invest just on a speculation that I might. Just my two cents. All the best. But that makes too much sense! I've been told you're only young once, and from what I've read from other forum members, once you get a family the big spending days are over.

10-30-2007, 12:28 AM	#14
PaengBonafe Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Cupertino, CA Posts: 122	so any body really have experience on the Pentax sling bag? actual photos would be nice. cheers!

10-30-2007, 05:31 AM	#15
Heathglen New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Dallas, TX, USA Posts: 21	I've got: > Pentax holster bag - it's small, but holds K10D without grip and one zoom lens. > Pentax "gadget bag" - it's too small and barely holds a K10D with grip and lens and another small lens. > LowePro SlingShot 200 - It's great (once you know how to use it) and holds a K10D with grip and lens as well as four other lenses and flash (and all sorts of other accoutrements) > LowePro Sideline Shooter - It's small, but comfortably holds a K10D with grip and lens and another zoom lens as well as some accoutrements. This is a waist carrier. > LowePro Nova 5AW - It holds everything I could need and gets v-e-r-y heavy making me wonder why I don't exercise more. Conclusion: The Pentax name on a bag is nice. I'd like it better if the bags were bigger and the name didn't blatantly shout I've got photographic gear in me (I've removed the IDs from the LowePro gear.) Larry in Dallas