Lowepro SlingShot 100 All-Weather Digital Camera Backpack - Black by Lowepro
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Digital camera reviews of Lowepro SlingShot 100 All-Weather Digital Camera Backpack - Black
Digital camera Review: Excellent Camera Bag
Summary: 5 Stars
Got the Lowero SlingShot 100 about 2 months ago, and it is really coming in handy. In the main area, it holds my pentax digital slr with one lens mounted, 1 rather small lens and 1 decently big zoom lens (80-320mm), plus a Sigma EF-500 Super flash. It's packed in there, and the flash just barely fits, but i don't need much more room. The top compartment holds extra batteries, recharger, etc. Really easy to access the main pocket when it is on my back...just by pulling the case to my front (no need to take it off my back). Well made. Zippers are strong so I don't have to worry about one loosening and my equipment falling out. Perfect for the amateur to semi-pro photographer.Digital camera Review: Excellent Camera bag.
Summary: 5 Stars
For my use the bag is perfect. I have use it on a couple of hikes for photo shoots of 5 to 6 hours and didn't even notice the bag, it was so comfortable. My equipment consisted of a Canon SP5-IS with extender, canon 450 external Flash, 1.5X tele extender, Canon 500 Close-up lens, filter case for 6 filters 3 sets of batteries and assorted SD cards plus a few small misc items. Granted the bag was filled but comfortable to carry. I also carry a light weight Velbon tripod on these trips. If an old geezer like me can be comfortable with this setup, it should be a snap for anyone. If you have larger equipment I would advise looking into the larger SlingShot bags.Digital camera Review: Excellent Design!
Summary: 5 Stars
Have had this bag for a year now & love it. This is what I carry in the main compartment:
Nikon D50 with 18-200mm lens attached.
Wide angle 10-20mm lens
Depending on where I'm going - either the D50 charger, the speedlight and other little accessories OR my Canon SD550 elph with its charger.
The top compartment holds extra batteries, cleaning supplies & filters.
The small zipper compartment on the flap is a little bit tight for anything other than a cleaning cloth, extra memory, ID's/Credit Cards.
CONS:
Being a woman... the strap isnt all that flattering going diagonally across the front, but I usually carry it in a sort of "1/2 slung" position or fully around in front anyway (unless I'm hiking).
It could be a little snug inside if you are trying to carry alot of accessory items.
Would have liked to see the padded portion of the main strap a little longer so padding is still on shoulder when bag is in the front slung position (since I carry it that way alot).
PROS:
Compact yet perfect fit for my camera body, 2 lens, & accessories.
Very snug & secure on the back - easily hike, ride a bike or even a horse without fear.
Had no trouble getting used to "slinging" it around front. Actually can use bag as a kind of shelf for stabilizing elbows while composing shot.
Superior Lowepro design - great quality, sturdy zippers, love the rain cover.
Note: I did try the slingshot 200 version 1st and found that it was just too big for my needs so exchanged it for this smaller version - no regrets, cant imagine I'll ever need another bag.
11/17/09 -- I am still using this bag. It has gone everywhere with me and is holding up well. The interior dividers have lost a bit of firmness and one piece of interior velcro has come off but it is still very usable and I do not foresee replacing it for a few more years. Then I will probably buy the exact same bag or whatever is similar that is available at that time!
Digital camera Review: Excellent camera bag
Summary: 5 Stars
The design and construction of this bag is excellent. Makes it easy to securely carry my camera and equipment around and get to it easily when needed. There is plenty of room for my camers (Pentax K10d), a telephoto zoom, an external flash, memory cards, lens hoods, etc). I haven't had a chance to use it yet, but I love the idea of having a weatherproof cover tucked inside and ready to use.Digital camera Review: Excellent design and construction, a bit small
Summary: 4 Stars
Purchased a couple days ago for my Canon 40D. I can fit the camera in with stock lens (28-135) attached, but barely. The bag is somewhat smaller than I expected based on reviews and product description (including the photo).
If you have a 40D, I have to recommend the 200 - based on the fact it is a little bigger. The 300 looked way too large for me, being a 5'6" woman.
The sling design seems like it will work great out in the field - much better then having to set my bag on the ground or having it swing and bump into me (old bag did that).
The padding is great, stitching is great, overall construction is wonderful. It even has 3 special areas for strapping on additional lowpro pouches (other brands would probably work too).