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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
08-06-2017, 05:30 PM
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When I say 'sporty' I mean that the belt with pockets makes the whole impression like I'm going to hike in woods. I prefer more neutral look, not screaming it's a camera bag, and not making me looking like I just went back from the mountain )))
Plus, all those models with big belt I've tried go too low for the belt to be comfortable. I don't want to take a chance and add more to the cost of returns, kind of tired of losing money that way.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
08-02-2017, 07:34 PM
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Finally I finished the insert for Osprey Daylight.
Here are the pictures with a bit explanation. In case someone wants to repeat that pain :)
I decided to stitch by hands partly because I was lazy to take out my sewing machine I've not used for a couple of years, and partly because I could use the machine for only covering the foam.
Molding the shape with polyethylene packing foam was the most time consuming part to make the insert fitting perfectly, and leave the room for the fabric as well.
Then it was time to do the "upholstery" of every single piece of foam. I bought the yard of Veltex loop fabric, it's velcro, so I can put dividers wherever I need. I don't not need to make divides, have plenty of them from the collection of bags for now.
The backpack inner pocket fits my Dell XPS 13" laptop. Not like I'm going to take it outside all the time, but it's good to know that I can. The laptop size is 8x12 inches. There is also a water pocket on the back, good for the wallet to carry close to the back. It's also small front pocket, for batteries, cellphone, memory card.
The final look, holds K-1 with DA*300, still place either for 2 or even 3 primes, or flash. It may fit two cameras with primes, and probably the flash (need to try it ). Sirui small travel tripod fits perfectly in the side pocket, secured with the strap.
So far I like this as a replacement for camera slings and bags. It's light, small, breezy, and not black! :D
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
08-02-2017, 10:47 AM
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Yes, I saw those two. They seem to be comfortable, but too "sporty" for urban/park walking.
My Daylight Osprey, however, now is a bit small since I'm adding the insert. Hopefully will finish today. Not a big fan of molding the custom shape insert, it's a pain. I should buy Daylight plus, or use thinner foam for the insert. Too late to re-do.
And like MindShift and Off Road, it will have top access to the gear, but I would prefer classic style, simple, sturdy camera backpack, but not with cheap outdated fabric and hardware.
Nothing is perfect :)
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-29-2017, 02:37 PM
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I bought Osprey Daylight today, it's smaller than Osprey Daylight Plus, but I decided that small will be enough for not dedicated camera backpack. I choose very light grey, "floridian" color.
I also found that Osprey Talon feels comfortable, but the store had only M/L size, too big for me. Talon is actually the first backpack which belt strap (with pockets) feels just right on my body.
I loooove the quality and fabric, and how it looks and feels on my back. Project is coming: I plan to buy neoprene fabric, and attach it inside, then figure out how to design the insert which will fit K-1 with DA*300, flash, extra one or two lenses for the day out.
If only Osprey could make simple, classic (like Canon) backpack in that fabric and with that quality, that would be my dream one. I wonder would Osprey make dedicated camera backpack if it would be enough photographers to pledge buying it :)
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-28-2017, 03:32 PM
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Just like regular purses are much better than camera shoulder bags, and they cost a portion of that "fashion camera bags" :)
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-28-2017, 11:38 AM
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Deal :) I will take pictures there for the models I may find adaptable for the photo backpack.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-28-2017, 11:30 AM
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Hope it will work for you. Review would be really helpful.
And I'm returning Lowepro Flipside 300 today. Again. For the price of returns I would buy a backpack already :)
It's the nice bag, and I like the fact that the main access is from the back, but zippers are not moving freely on curves. But the main reason again- it's not comfortable for long walking on my back.
I found one store nearby which has pretty interesting selection of Osprey backpacks, spoke with the guy there, he recommended to bring my gear at the store, and try which bag feels comfortable.
Will keep you updated, if I find my dream backpack. :) I hope so.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-24-2017, 07:31 AM
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The good news- babies grow fast :)
Take a look at this, it was taken from the distance, but the baby seemed very comfortable with the ride
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-23-2017, 06:59 PM
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Do you mean Lowepro Flipside? I just bought that one, Flipside 300, it's $72 plus free shipping at BH, compare to $80 plus an extra $9 shipping at Adorama.
Sorry, Adorama, not this time :)
And yes, you are right, there is no way to find a perfect fit without trying and trying.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-23-2017, 02:53 PM
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Gatorguy,
I checked all the backpacks from Osprey. Outside they look exactly what I'd like to have. There is bike store nearby which may have them. I can end up modifying one of Ospreys into dedicated camera backpack.
Like I did with Baggallini shoulder bag, making camera insert for it. So far I did not find better purse that does not look like a camera bag, but it is.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-23-2017, 01:47 PM
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Yes, I checked their backpacks, the fabric looks very good, and the design is awesome. It may be very good for the bike rider/photographer, but I'm looking for more like between urban/walking style. I may end up with more than one backpack, and definitely keep Osprey brand in mind, thank you.
I returned ThinkTank StreetWalker recently. It's nice backpack, and it holds everything I need for fully load, it feels comfortable on my back, but the mesh fabric on straps scratches my skin badly. After 5 minutes of walking with fully loaded backpack inside the house, my skin could not handle it any more, although I was wearing t-shirt. I brought it to the camera club meeting so other guys could tell their opinion. Men did not find the mesh scratchy at all. It must be my sensitive skin.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
07-23-2017, 12:34 PM
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I own two camera slings, and would not recommend it for women if they plan to carry something heavier than mirrorsless camera in there. First, it's not comfortable to carry loaded sling on the back if you plan to ride a bike. Extra strap is not really helpful, the sling moves on back anyway.
Second, I can't carry loaded sling on my back because the front looks well... somehow embarrassing when the strap goes across the chest. ))) I carry in only on front, like a baby sling, or on one shoulder as a bag, and it's not comfortable at all. I also think that for mother-to-be it's not the solution to carry sling and baby sling, she may need her hands free all the time, and space for the baby up front.
Small or medium size sling is ok for street walking with one camera, one lens, on the front. That's all, imo.
I'm looking for a decent backpack myself. Still looking... :(
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