Can someone tell me if the TT Glass Taxi will take a 400/2.8 with 1DXX body attached? If not, what are the alternatives.

Thanks

Pierre.

Pierre, while I've never tried it with my 400, from what I remember trying it with the 300 2.8 IS, there was barely any room left. So my guess is that with the 400, the body will be too close to the top (if fit at all), which is too narrow for a 1D body.

Think Tank has a Streetwalker Pro backpack that will take the 400 + 1D (hood reversed)

I use Lenstrekker 600, which takes the 400 with hood in shooting position + 2x tele + 1D body. Of course this is a MUCH larger bag, so not sure if this is something you'd like to consider.

I also use Mountainsmith XXXL shoulder bag, which takes 400 + 2x tele + 1D (hood reversed) on one side and L-zooms, flashes, etc on the other. It comes with tons of dividers, so easy to configure any way you like. It is a shoulder bag though, so not for hiking - strictly to get the stuff from the car to location... The nice thing about it is that the bottom is a rubber tray, so you can set it down in puddles etc without worries.

Here's the Mountainsmith, sorry for the cell phone pics:

I am a big fan of TT bags, but when it comes to heavy glass, i don't think the Glass Taxi is a good protective bag in the field.
by the way, i have and love the TT Intl. Airport V2 for travelling.

Below are some info from Different bags for you, ranking from my most fav.

1. Kinesis Long lens cases:
http://kgear.com/l/index.html
By the way, i just ordered the L311a with the H245 strab.
The guy told me that they will have a sale starting next week and he applied the sale price for me as well

2. Tenba lens cases:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?ci=4286&N=4291080265&Ns=p_PRICE_2%7C1

3. Light ware
http://the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Camera-Bag-and-Lens-Case-Reviews.aspx


I opt for Kinesis since it has the BackPack hardness options, and very well American made

Thanks for you info guys.

I only need this bag to get my 400 (or 600) + body from the car down to the shooting location. It doesn't need to hold much else so it sounds like the Kinesis might be the best option.

I shoot a lot of surfing and earlier this year, fell on a wet rock whilst making my way down to the beach. My 600/4 was totalled as I was hand carrying it. My insurance company probably wouldn't consider another claim for the same reason so I think some kind of backpack is a necessity.

Thanks again.

Pierre.

Why do you need the bag to hold the lens with body attached?

If you were willing to separate body from lens, there are a lot more options, that are also more versatile than just storing a large lens and camera.

Yes, Kinesis bags are great. I had a smaller one (L311 I think, for my 300 2.8 IS).

The reason I chose the Lowepro 600 bag for the 400mm over Kinesis long bag was that since Lowepro unzips to the middle of the bag, it's a bit easier to get the lens out, while with Kinesis you have to get your hand in from the top around the camera body, grab the lens and pull it all the way out. But Kinesis is more compact due to its cylindrical shape vs Lowepro's square. Both are very well made.

RafalA wrote:
Why do you need the bag to hold the lens with body attached?

If you were willing to separate body from lens, there are a lot more options, that are also more versatile than just storing a large lens and camera.

These are designed for mobility, ready-to-shoot types.
I am sure there are plenty heavy, bulky, storage-type bags out there, but that’s not what OP looking for.

Nope, it is a very tight squeeze for the 400 and 1 series body. It is great for the 400 alone or a 300 with 1 series. I've switched to a TT Streetwalker Pro for my 400 and 1 series. It fits perfectly plus it has several pockets for other things. I use the TTSWpro essentially to get to the venue and then use the TT belt system while I work the shoot.

Jim

hsk06 wrote:
RafalA wrote:
Why do you need the bag to hold the lens with body attached?

If you were willing to separate body from lens, there are a lot more options, that are also more versatile than just storing a large lens and camera.

These are designed for mobility, ready-to-shoot types.
I am sure there are plenty heavy, bulky, storage-type bags out there, but that’s not what OP looking for.


I need the body & lens attached as it's not always benign conditions at the water's edge. Sand gets everywhere when it's windy and there is often a lot of salt spray in the air. The environment is tough enough on the gear so carrying them attached & ready to shoot is the safest way.

That's a darn good reason.

PierreB wrote:
Can someone tell me if the TT Glass Taxi will take a 400/2.8 with 1DXX body attached? If not, what are the alternatives.

Thanks

Pierre.

No, it will not. Been there, done that. The Kenesis will if you are looking for a backpack. I like the Lightware Z400 for a shoulder bag, it does with body attached...it stands in the upright position like the backpacks. LowePro makes a backpack that is made for long lenses too. Someone else does too...Temba maybe? Have not tried the LowePro or the Temba, but any of those companies make good stuff.

Also neither the Glass Taxi, nor the Lightware, are protection for a significant bump...they are too lightly padded. If that matters for your purpose, go for the Kenesis.

Thanks everyone. Kenesis is the winner.

Pierre.