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I was browsing about eBay and this came up: New Lowepro SlingShot 200 AW Digital SLR Camera Sling Shoulder Bag Backpack | eBay

The price is better than I've seen anywhere else, although this has been replaced by the 202 model which has the means to attach a small tripod to the bag.

The pros and cons of this sling bag has been debated here in the forum ad nauseum, but you can pack a fair amount of gear in this! The depth of this bag is deep enough to carry any Pentax DSLR with the battery grip attached and still be able to get at the camera without taking the bag off the shoulder (a bit harder to put it back in though). I have one but it is impractical for any lengthy hike in the woods with lots of gear.

[pearsaab]

i have this exact same bag...it is perfect in regard to how much it can carry...my biggest and only complaint is i have trouble keeping it comfortably on my back since it has 1 shoulder strap...add 1 more strap and it would be perfect!!

[monochrome]

i have this exact same bag...it is perfect in regard to how much it can carry...my biggest and only complaint is i have trouble keeping it comfortably on my back since it has 1 shoulder strap...add 1 more strap and it would be perfect!!

I've had some success using the hidden waist strap for stability but that can be a pain to get it out and put it back. I have a second-hand full-on backpack for longer distance hikes, but then I have to take it off to get at my camera.

I think I'll just use my Q Belt Case and call it a day.

[LFLee]

I have heard about counterfeit lowepro bag ... but it may just be bags from the same factory making the real lowepro bag. ^^

[excanonfd]

The hidden strap works but it's too thin and narrow, and the strap digs in around the ribcage as you move about. I've stuck extra padded dividers between the strap and my ribcage but sometimes the padding works it's way loose or I'd forget to put it back in after stopping for shots. It would be great if there was a removable strap padding similar to the ones found on the shoulder bags, to be used as needed.

[Tom S.]

I have heard about counterfeit lowepro bag ... but it may just be bags from the same factory making the real lowepro bag. ^^

Since the item location is in China, I'm betting counterfeit.

[mrNewt]

Since the item location is in China, I'm betting counterfeit.

The "original" bag is built in the same country ...

I've got a similar bag (New Lowepro Mini Trekker) after my "original" one had an unfortunate encounter with one of my cats ...
Didn't want to dish out another $140 - $160 and got it for $50 from China (seller accepted Best Offer).

They were exactly the same thing ...

[selar]

I bought a Lowepro Toploader 75 AW from same seller last year, it was the real thing.

[Docrwm]

I have heard about counterfeit lowepro bag ... but it may just be bags from the same factory making the real lowepro bag. ^^

Perhaps, but the genuine LowePro bags were made in China as well. The 200 is discontinued/superseded by the 202 so there is liable to be surplus stock left over.

[Tom S.]

Perhaps, but the genuine LowePro bags were made in China as well. The 200 is discontinued/superseded by the 202 so there is liable to be surplus stock left over.

The ad says 480 sold. Must be a lot of surplus!

BTW: I have the same bag (I don't mean from this seller, I bought mine new a few years back from a retailer) and like it a lot.

[mikeSF]

I have this bag as well as the next size up, the 300AW. I use the 200 primarily and it works great. No issues at all with the front extra strap, I find it comfortable enough to handle the capacity of the bag. In the 300 the front belt has more padding to accommodate a large amount of gear. That is a great price, well worth it. The waterproof rain cover has been a real lifesaver too for wave splashes.

[MegaPower]

I had the AW200.
Very outstanding quality both inside and out. It can even carry my FA*80-200.
It can fit a lot of gear but I cannot handle all that weight more than 2hrs.

Sold the bag and switch to a two straps bag.

[PBandJ]

to those of you who own it: can the dividers be adjusted so I can put a 12 inch travel tripod INSIDE and be hidden?

[Tom S.]

to those of you who own it: can the dividers be adjusted so I can put a 12 inch travel tripod INSIDE and be hidden?

No, I can't think of a way you could do that. However, the side opposite of the opening has external bands you can attach another bag or pouch to. That's how I carry my 300mm when needed.

[Shanti]

great bag and room for a 10' netbook as well,but 1 strap is not comfortable for too long time,think Kata make one with 1/2 straps so you can choose the setup you want.