Show Us Your Camera Bag

[Ian Grant]

Welcome Paul. Some advice, keep loaded DDS film holders in sealable plastic bags, at least before exposure, it makes a huge difference in preventing dust issues. I put a couple of holders in each bag.

Ian

 

[PaulF]

Now use sealable bags for the film holders also added a 'lightweight' set of gear for when I need to get further away from the car. Horseman 45HD with three lenses (105mm Fujinon, Nikon 200mm, with a 135 Sironar-n in the folded camera). All contained with a cheap K&F concept bag from Amazon.Without the tripod comes to 5.4kg compared with the Arca set at 12.0kg.

 

[Reginald S.]

Over some years of carrying LF gear I have learned that the insert of a bag isn't that important - I can co everything I want, within my bag.
To me other things are of importance:
I don't want to feel like a wet fish so I don't want to have a bag directly connected with my rear.
I don't want so stress my rear, AND I don't want to stress my shoulders/neck. So I need a good carrying system.

Next I will try this one, where I can add bags with the MOLLE system, if needed:

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If it will not work to me I will buy a Tatonka which I want do do since years, especially for my 12x126" camera:

Tatonka Lastenkraxe oliv - 1130.331 - TACWRK

Lastenkraxe für Transporte bis zu 50kg Mit der Tatonka Lastenkraxe steht Eurem nächsten Trip mit schwerem Gepäck nichts mehr im Wege. Wer mit Lasten loszieht, die in einem Rucksack nicht unterkommen, wird die Lastentrage feiern. Mit V2-Tragesystem , aus robustem Cordura und mit starkem...

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[soupdragon]

For the 5x4 I use an old Lowe Pro, Pro Trekker. Plenty of room over to squeeze extras in. The 6x9 has a Nature Trekker AW 11. It can get past Ryanair boarding security as a carry on. I have a more modern Gitzo bag I use for the ETRSI and 35mm. Worse thing I paid for to carry anything in!
Cheers
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Hey! I have the exact same bag. I bought it second hand.

 

[lensworx]

Well going through every other bag and playing Tetris for a few hours I finalised on this setup for now.
Its the biggest bag I currently own, made by Calumet back in the day.



At present if I wish to take any of my 35mm / digital / pinhole gear etc... that all needs to go in a seperate bag.
I may at some point look at a smaller setup for when I want to carry other cameras etc... all together but I am happy with this at present.
Having used it a few times now the setup is actually a doddle and I would argue quicker than trying to setup something like an intrepid.

 

[moggi1964]

I've been using a cool bag for my DDS'. I can fit eight in there and the insulation is helpful if I have them in my topbox on the bike in warm weather.

 

[AERO]

I have been looking at camera shoulder bags..came across a whole stack of waxed canvas and cowhide bags on the well known Chinese website. (Aliexp). Not expensive. May suit for 5x4 and some look as tho they may be ok for larger....Worth a look...

Late edit.. Bought the bag..so just.................


Had to buy the camera to go with it (Intepid 5x4 Hardwood).

 

[soupdragon]

I have been looking at camera shoulder bags..came across a whole stack of waxed canvas and cowhide bags on the well known Chinese website. (Aliexp). Not expensive. May suit for 5x4 and some look as tho they may be ok for larger....Worth a look...

Late edit.. Bought the bag..so just.................
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Had to buy the camera to go with it (Intepid 5x4 Hardwood).

Will it hold an 8X10?

 

[AERO]

Will it hold an 8X10?

Heres the spec.

Product sellpoints​

• Main Material: Canvas,The canvas material gives the bag a classic look while providing a soft, comfortable grip for easy handling.
• Item Height: 30cm,At 30cm in height, the bag fits neatly under airline seats, making it a perfect companion for business travelers.
• Item Length: 53cm,At 53cm in length, this travel tote fits easily as a carry-on for most airlines, ensuring hassle-free travel.
• Best Carry On For Business Traveler|Tote Bag Travel|Material Composition: Polyester-cotton / Canvas,Crafted from durable polyester-cotton canvas, this travel duffle withstands the rigors of frequent travel.
• Item Width: 25cm,With a width of 25cm, the bag offers ample space for your travel essentials without being bulky.

Once you get on to this then you can see all on offer with their specs......

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32962654020.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.4.7a371802vaCGet

 

[AERO]

With reference to the above bag. It arrived.

First impression...Its substantially made.
The outer casing is of canvas. (Best DIY waxed against wet weather)
All stowage compartments are zippered.
The large central pocket will take a 5x4 camera and dark cloth and other items.
It has a pocket either end that will take at least 6 x 5x4 holders EACH (!)
and also 2 pockest on the front (one larger than the other) - and 1 on the rear of the bag..
There are two small inner pockets inside the main one for personal items (mobile etc).
It has an adjustable (and removeable) shoulder strap. NOTE that this bag also has carrying handle which covers the hand carrying straps and has to be "unvelcroed" so the hand carrying handles fall either side of the bag to allow the main compartment to be unzipped (otherwise it will impede proper access to the large interior space.)

Was it worth the money (£30.50??) Yes. I like it. Time and use will tell.
Not a lot more one can say...