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Lowepro SlingShot 100 All-Weather Digital Camera Backpack (Black)

Lowepro SlingShot 100 All-Weather Digital Camera Backpack (Black) by Lowepro List Price: $82.99 $45.99 At Amazon on 6-9-2011.

Perfect for photojournalists Unique sling design goes from "carry mode" on your back, to "ready mode" in front of your chest Ergonomic sling strap evenly distributes equipment weight in the "carry mode" Holds an SLR with mid-range zoom lens attached, up to two extra lenses, cables, and other accessories Built-in microfiber LCD cloth protects screens from camera straps, nicks, and scratches From the Manufacturer Manufacturer Description: The Slingshot 100 AW is a sling style camera bag designed to comfortably carry a digital SLR body with a compact zoom lens attached, plus 1-4 extra lenses or flash units. Loaded with features, the SlingShot 100 AW boasts an All Weather Cover, a built-in memory card pouch, a micro fiber LCD protector, Hypalon SlipLock attachment loops and plenty of other amenities to provide the greatest ease of use and comfort.       Hardware Capacity: Canon EOS Series, Rebel Series; Konica-Minolta Maxxum 7D; Leica Digilux 2; Nikon D70, D100; Olympus E-300; Pentax with compact Zoom lenses or flash units. Slingshot 100 AW Highlights: 1. Ergonomic Sling Strap Evenly distributes equipment weight while carrying heavy equipment 2. Full Access Lid Allows you to easily work from the bag while wearing it, and provides 180° access while packing 3. All Weather Cover Offers maximum protection against rain, dust and sand 4. Zip-Stop Buckles Provides security when accessing camera equipment while wearing the bag 5. Tuck-Away Stability Strap Adds stability while carrying or easily tucks away while accessing equipment 6. Built-In Memory Card Pouch Quickly find memory cards in the same place every time 7. Built-in Micro Fiber LCD Cloth Protects LCD screen from camera strap nicks and scratches 8. Silent Zipper Pulls Provide quiet access around film crews or wildlife 9. SlipLock Attachment Loops Add pouches or other SlipLock compatible products to customize 10. Accessory Pockets Provide quick access to cables, adaptors, small accessories or personal items 11. Mesh Back Pad Provides comfort during long treks Product Description The unique design of the SlingShot 100 AW provides quick and easy access to camera equipment while still being worn. Perfect for photojournalists, sports photographers or anyone in need of quick access to their equipment, the SlingShot 100 AW allows you to focus on your shooting and not on finding your equipment.   After much thought, I decided to get a sling-type bag, as a backpack would be too difficult to access on the run, and in my experience a traditional (boxy) camera bag is a pain to carry around. I have an EOS 20D with the 17-85mm zoom, and it fits beautifully in the main compartment with sufficient room for another lens and a flash or for two lenses.Then there's an upper compartment where I keep my battery charger, cables and other assorted stuff, and a filter pocket in the front. Some nice details that really stand out to me: - The hidden all-weather cover that stows away in a flat Velcro-ed pocket to the base of the bag is invisible until you pull it out for use: so much so that one reviewer didn't even realise it is there! - The back is very well padded. - The zips are very high quality, and silent when in use. When they are closed the zips themselves are not visible, instead you have a neat covered `bead' for the length of the opening. - The main compartment flap opens fully, giving unrestricted access. - There are two nylon webbing straps with quick-release clips to that ensure that when the bag is on your front, there is no chance that the flap will accidentally open due to the weight of the camera, even is the zips are half opened. This is hard to describe accurately, but trust me- there'll be no nasty surprises if these clips are in place. - When in shooting position, the bag presents an excellent platform for your elbows, greatly enhancing the steadiness of your shot. - There's a built-in microfibre cloth that protects your LCD screen whilst the camera is in the bag, and may well be used as a lenscloth. - When you want to get moving, there's a second smaller strap that attaches easily to the main strap so that the bag really stays put on your back, even when hunched over on a bike. This is beautifully made and intelligently designed bag that will likely last for years. I can't recommend it highly enough. UPDATE: Have gotten the 70-300 IS (non-DO) canon zoom and the SlingShot 100 will not fit this lens whilst it's attached to the body without distortion of the closure flap - it does however fit the 20D body with a 17-85 mounted on it whilst the 70-300 is in the left compartment and the 70-300's large lens hood stored either on the lens in reverse, or in the right compartment, so I'm still happy with it. UPDATE 2: Alexander asked me is the Slingshot would work on one shoulder: i.e. not over your head and across your chest. The answer is yes and no: you can certainly sling it over one shoulder, but due to the angle it was designed to work at the strap does not 'sit' as well on one side, so if you choose to carry it like this, you'll have to hold on to the bag a bit. Having said this, I use it on one shoulder far more than slung across my chest, so let that be your guide. Back To Top Lowepro SlingShot 100 All-Weather Digital Camera Backpack (Black) Available from Amazon Price: $45.99 Updated on 6-9-2011.

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