Canon Zoom Pack 1000 for Elan and Rebel Series Cameras (Holster Style) by Canon Cameras US
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Digital camera reviews of Canon Zoom Pack 1000 for Elan and Rebel Series Cameras (Holster Style)
Digital camera Review: Nice...
Summary: 5 Stars
If it only actually connected (optionally) to the camera body like a hard case or was able to use the camera strap - some way to make it more a "part" of the camera - it would be perfect.
But... perfect enough for the price.
Digital camera Review: Not enough padding! Adds risk to lens damage!
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought this as soon as I bought my 40D with the 28-135mm kit lens.
My first impression was that it was made of tough material that was at least water resistant.
With my setup, this pack was a perfect fit for my needs.
Quick access, discreet, very light, extremely accessible, and cheap.
One thing I did right away was cut off the waist straps that are tucked away in the rear of the pack. I decided I would never need it and was just taking up space.
Then I upgraded to the kit lens to the 24-70L lens. This pack was no longer a comfortable fit. Although it would go in, the fit was extremely tight and impossible to zipper (only zelcro shut).
Last week, with this pack slung around one shoulder, I got out of my car. The strap slipped off my right shoulder and caught on my elbow. Unfortunately, the front element made contact with the pavement from about 6" of the ground. At that time, I didn't think there would be any damage. I found out later that it was enough to crack my $80 B+W UV filter on my 24-70L. I recognize that it was due to my negligence, but it would have been more safe for me to sling my 40D with the standard camera strap (which is shorter and has more grip), than to store it in this pack with a more slippery nylon strap.
I would NOT suggest getting this bag because:
1) NOT ENOUGH PADDING!
2) DO NOT buy a camera bag that only lets you store your camera lens down! (Too much risk)
3) Doesn't protect camera from minor drops. (Actually may increase risk of damage to lens because it can only be stored facing down)
4) Minimal to no extra storage space.
If you spent $$$$ on your camera set up, don't go cheap with this bag. Invest in something that will sufficiently protect your camera!
(I have since ordered the Crumpler 5 MDH and store the camera sideways, so that the lens is no longer facing down)
Digital camera Review: Not what I was looking 3 Stars
The issue I have with this bag is that if you have a battery grip on your camera, it a very very tight fit. It's a well but together bag, but it's not setup for a camera with a battery grip on it.Digital camera Review: Ok for the price
Summary: 3 Stars
Build quality and design are not great.
The zipper head inside the top cover may leave scratch on the back of the camera - could have been just a velcro. It looks huge from outside for a holster style but not enough useful space inside for Rebel XSi - a lot of 1/2" thick dead space around the camera and lens not very useful for storing accessories. Could have had more storage pockets outside and shrunk the bag a little bit. A buckle-strap might be used to the top cover instead of velcro.
Some of above issues my be solved by putting camera strap first then the camera body and lens. However, the design, color, texture and size all remind me of military equipment not camera - even with a canon logo.
I am returning it and will pick one at a local camera store after carefully evaluating the design inside and out.
Digital camera Review: PERFECT
Summary: 5 Stars
WHO: Bought this for myself
PROS:
I love that it feels secure and I feel that it's really protecting my expensive camera
Love that the small pocket in the front holds the wall charger perfectly
CONS:
feels bulky around the waste but around the shoulder it's perfect.