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Chris Noyes
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p.1 #1 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

I'm interested in finding a bag (waist, sling or back) that can comfortably carry two bodies each with a 70-200 VR sized lens attached (actually, one could be a 300 mm f/4), yet still provide easy access when shooting. This bag is not needed for getting through airports or general travel, but while shooting.

In all likelihood, I would have my D300 with a long lens attached, and my D700 with a wider lens (like the 24-70), but I figure if each has a long lens, shorter lenses would be possible as well.

I'm trying to stay as "unencumbered" as possible, but that seems hard to do considering I want to carry two bodies with me. I shoot lots of school sports, so quick access is desired.

Sep 30, 2008 at 04:47 AM

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p.1 #2 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

I don't think there is such a bag to carry two bodies with long lenses attached. A solution that I use is the strap system/monopod. Use an r-strap for the wider lens. Attach the camera with longer lens on the monopod. Then store them in a pelican case after use.

Sep 30, 2008 at 07:01 PM

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p.1 #3 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

Ooo...here is a solution in another thread. Vertex 300

Sep 30, 2008 at 07:05 PM

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p.1 #4 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

jmana - thanks for the reply. I already have the r-strap (it's great) and monopod, but I'm looking for something to carry my gear to and from wherever I'm shooting and carry it with me while I'm shooting.

I read most of the camera bag threads, hoping to find a creative solution to my "problem" of carrying around two cameras.

Oct 01, 2008 at 01:18 AM

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p.1 #5 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

Chris,

I spent a long time trying to find a solution to this, and came up with a couple
of solutions:

for just around town sort of stuff, I use a Domke f-805 that I built an insert for using a kata modi-verse insert kit - I
set it up to hold the cameras "grip out" for fast access. it holds a camera with a
300 f/4 on it just fine.... After much effort I even found stuff like water bottle holders
that will grip onto its goofy outboard bag mounting system.

For hiking or travel, I use a Kata R-103 (this does not work by itself if your bodies
are "pro sized" or have a grip - you can get two bodies with long lenses into it
though, if you turn one on its side ("grip out") and put it along one side), or the
the R-103 with their T-214 on the front, which provides real fast access for
one of the units.

Best,

rkg
(Richard George)

Oct 03, 2008 at 05:12 PM

Chris Noyes
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p.1 #6 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

Richard,

Thank you for putting some thought to this problem, both are good suggestions. I'm liking the pictures of the Domke f-805 bag I've tracked down on the web . . . now I have to find one close to home for closer inspection. I'm also wondering how I could carry it while also wearing the R-strap and attached camera.

Oct 04, 2008 at 07:06 PM

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p.1 #7 · Best Bag for 2 bodies and . . .

I'm not sure if they are made to do it, but the Think Tank Modulus Set, may be an answer. I recently purchased the 6 pc Set, Belt & the Pixel Racing Harness. It is an excellent means of getting gear from point A to B, w/o using backpacks/rollers/shoulder bags. I decided which pieces I need before I head out, and that is what I use, while I'm shooting.

To solve your question, I would recommend the Belt, Harness, & maybe just buy a couple LC75's. They hold my 100-400 w/ hood mounted, as a standard carry system. However, I have also walked around quite a bit, with one of my 1D2N's fixed to the 100-400, and not had anything that would be construed as too much/ extra weight hanging off the belt. The shoulder harness, does an excellent job of weight distribution.

The LC75 will easily hold any of the following: 300/4, 100-400, 70-200/4 or 2.8, & probably 400/5.6 too... The LC35 will hold the 24-70 w/ hood attached. I currently have my 70-200 2.8 w/ hood reversed in the LC35...

Hope this suggestion helps.

James

Oct 06, 2008 at 06:31 PM


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