Jan 3, 2008, 03:52
Hello all!
I'm new to the site, but I've been interested in photography and dibble-dabbled for many years. I'm finally at that point in life when I can afford camera gear, AND I can still afford to travel. So now I'm looking for a backpack to keep my *new* gear safe while slinging it around on my back all over the world. I've already invested in Crumpler's 6 Million Dollar Home, and I love it (and I'll still keep it for "photo shoots" close to home). However, I would like to get a backpack to make traveling a bit easier. This is what I'm looking for in a backpack:
1. Needs to be able to carry on an airplane
2. Two straps! - no sling bag for me
3. Side access would be great so I won't have to take the bag off to access the camera and/or lenses
4. Able to keep the elements out - either a raincover or weather-proofed/water-proofed
5. Lightweight
5.5: I like pockets! This really isn't the deciding factor for me... but I can always use 'em!
**It doesn't need to hold a laptop or a tripod, but I'm not opposed to these types of bags either.
Ideally, I'm willing to spend around $100 although I can justify spending more if I need to.
This is what I'll need to carry inside the bag:
Canon 400D with 28-135mm lens
70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS lens
10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 lens
50mm f/1.8
Canon SD850
Accessories: battery chargers, extra memory cards, extra batteries
A book
2-3 small prescription bottles (stay away, malaria)
Sunglasses
Tiny flashlight
My travel documents
A few snacks and other little things
I have recently been looking at the Lowepro FastPacks (200, 250, 350), but I've had a hard time finding any reviews of them. I'm also not sure how "water-resistant" they are. I've looked at a few Kata bags as well.
So what suggestions do you have?? I am willing to consider any!!
Thanks for your help!!
I'm new to the site, but I've been interested in photography and dibble-dabbled for many years. I'm finally at that point in life when I can afford camera gear, AND I can still afford to travel. So now I'm looking for a backpack to keep my *new* gear safe while slinging it around on my back all over the world. I've already invested in Crumpler's 6 Million Dollar Home, and I love it (and I'll still keep it for "photo shoots" close to home). However, I would like to get a backpack to make traveling a bit easier. This is what I'm looking for in a backpack:
1. Needs to be able to carry on an airplane
2. Two straps! - no sling bag for me
3. Side access would be great so I won't have to take the bag off to access the camera and/or lenses
4. Able to keep the elements out - either a raincover or weather-proofed/water-proofed
5. Lightweight
5.5: I like pockets! This really isn't the deciding factor for me... but I can always use 'em!
**It doesn't need to hold a laptop or a tripod, but I'm not opposed to these types of bags either.
Ideally, I'm willing to spend around $100 although I can justify spending more if I need to.
This is what I'll need to carry inside the bag:
Canon 400D with 28-135mm lens
70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS lens
10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 lens
50mm f/1.8
Canon SD850
Accessories: battery chargers, extra memory cards, extra batteries
A book
2-3 small prescription bottles (stay away, malaria)
Sunglasses
Tiny flashlight
My travel documents
A few snacks and other little things
I have recently been looking at the Lowepro FastPacks (200, 250, 350), but I've had a hard time finding any reviews of them. I'm also not sure how "water-resistant" they are. I've looked at a few Kata bags as well.
So what suggestions do you have?? I am willing to consider any!!
Thanks for your help!!