uroman Posted August 7, 2011 Share #1 Posted August 7, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) can someone suggest a bag - i would love to see pictures too. thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted August 7, 2011 Posted August 7, 2011 Hi uroman, Take a look here bag for m9 and 2 lenses. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Studio58 Posted August 7, 2011 Share #2 Posted August 7, 2011 Domke F803 Waxwear is what I use. Small, discrete and awesome. Pics here. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=domke+f-803&N=0&InitialSearch=yes Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
willemr Posted August 7, 2011 Share #3 Posted August 7, 2011 The Billingham Hadley Small is a bit more expensive, but one hell of a nice/good/comfortable shoulderbag. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblitz Posted August 7, 2011 Share #4 Posted August 7, 2011 +1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfx Posted August 7, 2011 Share #5 Posted August 7, 2011 You might look into Think Tank's Retrospective 5 bag. It's well designed and built to last, as are all Think Tank products. Rich Retrospective 5 (Pinestone)—Think Tank Photo Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tompoes Posted August 7, 2011 Share #6 Posted August 7, 2011 Fogg bag type Soprano, beautiful and small but expensive. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
uroman Posted August 7, 2011 Author Share #7 Posted August 7, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) soprano looks perfect, but expensive... wonder if there is something cheaper that is about the same size Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted August 7, 2011 Share #8 Posted August 7, 2011 Domke F5XB. Still my favorite. Had small Billinghams, Foggs, you name it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big-L Posted August 7, 2011 Share #9 Posted August 7, 2011 If you need a Weather- and/or Water-Resisst Bag, lock at this: Koenig LiteBag2 – Der Lebensretter für die Ausrüstung! | Taschenfreak.de otherwise i prefer the Think Tank Retrospective 5! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rea1412 Posted August 7, 2011 Share #10 Posted August 7, 2011 +1 for Billingham Hadley Small. I could fit my M9 (with Luigi halfcase) & Lux 50 attached... and still space left for 1-2 small lenses on the side (maybe a 35mm or 28mm). There's also space big enough (inside the 2 front pockects) to put a spare battery, memory card holders, my purse, iPhone, sunglasses, house key and even a small book or something like Samsung Galaxy tab 7" at the back (between the insert and the back of the bag). Cheers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
250swb Posted August 7, 2011 Share #11 Posted August 7, 2011 I have a Hadley Small and its not so good compared to the Think Tank Retrospective 5 (that I also have). But the Retrospective 5 is only good for a camera (with lens) and two other lenses. If you want the paraphernalia of a day out in there as well its just a tiny bit too small. An imaginary Retrospective 7.5 would be perfect for a rangefinder setup for the out and about photographer. But given the strict remit of your question, I'd say go for the Retrospective 5 in 'Pinestone', and as with all Think Tank bags it is top quality. Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedaes Posted August 7, 2011 Share #12 Posted August 7, 2011 The Fogg Flute is specifically designed for a M9 and an extra lens. I have one and the quality is superb. They are hand made by an English couple in their sixties in a farmhouse in France. Fogg Specialist Bags - photographic bags and camera cases Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
menos I M6 Posted August 8, 2011 Share #13 Posted August 8, 2011 @uroman: This is a photo of the A&A Oskar's daybag, as fully loaded as possible. It is a bag though, that really lives for shooting with one or two M bodies and 2 − 3 M lenses without the computer stuff, camera and office excess, I have shown here: "7.4kg" on flickr I have a full wardrobe of many other bags, but this is the one, I keep using on an everyday basis since about a year - extremely comfortable, simple and unobtrusive. It has a lack of zippered pockets, when one is used to modern high tech messenger bags, which are the modern worlds equivalent to a shooter's vest, when this A&A bag would be a handmade cotton shirt. I highly prefer the A&A bags over Billingham, Fogg, etc, as A&A bags come with a slightly more modern, more simple, less classic look, but are at least as well made with first class materials. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Fluff Posted August 8, 2011 Share #14 Posted August 8, 2011 You might look into Think Tank's Retrospective 5 bag. It's well designed and built to last, as are all Think Tank products.Rich Retrospective 5 (Pinestone)—Think Tank Photo I have one of these and to me, it's perfect. Beautifully made, just the right size for M9 plus two lenses (three or four at a push), batteries, lenspen and a few other bits and bobs. As with all their gear it's designed by photographers, not marketing people, so includes lots of great touches - like 'sIlencers' for the Velcro. Another big plus is that and it also doesnt shout BAG OF CAMERA GEAR like Billinghams do (as good as they are). It's an odd thing to say, but my retrospective 5 bag has increased the usefulness of my M9, simply by virtue of being a lovely solution for carrying it discretely, which means I take it with me on more occasions. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studio58 Posted August 8, 2011 Share #15 Posted August 8, 2011 (edited) You might look into Think Tank's Retrospective 5 bag. It's well designed and built to last, as are all Think Tank products.Rich Retrospective 5 (Pinestone)—Think Tank Photo going by the images of this bag, it appears that it could take two bodies with lenses attached and room for a couple more lenses.... is that the case ? Edited August 8, 2011 by Studio58 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Fluff Posted August 8, 2011 Share #16 Posted August 8, 2011 Absolutely. Right now mine contains M9+35 lux asph, 50 lux, 28 asph, 90 cron, no problem and with easy access to all the above, with still room for various oddments in the front pocket. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
willemr Posted August 8, 2011 Share #17 Posted August 8, 2011 I have the Retrospective 30 for my Nikon gear. Excellent bag. No doubt about that. Steve Huff has a review of the Retrospective 5 online. In terms of gear protection I like the Billingham better than the Retrospective line. The Billinghams are sturdier IMO. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted August 8, 2011 Share #18 Posted August 8, 2011 Another big plus is that and it also doesnt shout BAG OF CAMERA GEAR like Billinghams do (as good as they are). It's an odd thing to say, but my retrospective 5 bag has increased the usefulness of my M9, simply by virtue of being a lovely solution for carrying it discretely, which means I take it with me on more occasions. This I never get. A thief sees a guy walking down the street carrying this (or any so-called "discreet" bag that "doesnt shout BAG OF CAMERA GEAR"). What do you suppose that thief thinks it does contain? Lunch? Soiled underwear? A deposit he's taking to the sperm bank? My guess is, the thief is thinking netbook/iPad/smart phone/e-book reader...perhaps a wallet, some cash. I also suspect they err on the side of optimism: assume if a man carries a bag it contains something worth stealing. TTBOMK street thieves don't specialize in cameras. Want to be really discreet? Don a plaid flannel shirt and a hard hat and carry your camera in a lunchbox. Of course you can't ever take it out to shoot, because a thief might see it. Unless it's got black tape over the logo...then the thief won't notice it's a camera. He'll think it's a sandwich, and that you're just a little uncoordinated putting it to your eye instead of your mouth Common sense and an insurance policy are my safeguards. I choose a camera bag for comfort and utility. 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edmond_terakopian Posted August 8, 2011 Share #19 Posted August 8, 2011 This I never get. A thief sees a guy walking down the street carrying this (or any so-called "discreet" bag that "doesnt shout BAG OF CAMERA GEAR"). What do you suppose that thief thinks it does contain? Lunch? Soiled underwear? A deposit he's taking to the sperm bank? My guess is, the thief is thinking netbook/iPad/smart phone/e-book reader...perhaps a wallet, some cash. I also suspect they err on the side of optimism: assume if a man carries a bag it contains something worth stealing. TTBOMK street thieves don't specialize in cameras. Want to be really discreet? Don a plaid flannel shirt and a hard hat and carry your camera in a lunchbox. Of course you can't ever take it out to shoot, because a thief might see it. Unless it's got black tape over the logo...then the thief won't notice it's a camera. He'll think it's a sandwich, and that you're just a little uncoordinated putting it to your eye instead of your mouth Common sense and an insurance policy are my safeguards. I choose a camera bag for comfort and utility. LOL!! Brilliant! Maybe Luigi can make sandwich styled half cases?! I do agree up to a point with the bags that don't scream 'camera kit' attracting attention; it's bags like Lowepro, Tamrac etc that have that expensive kit inside look. The Retrospectives, A&A bags and so on are more discreet. It's very true though that in the days of laptops, tablets and so on, every bag can be a target. Again, I agree, be street smart, have insurance and enjoy your photography :-) Edmond Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Fluff Posted August 8, 2011 Share #20 Posted August 8, 2011 This I never get. You do have a point that in some circumstances, or with someone desperate to steal *something* then yes, any bag will be fair game. But the Retrospective just looks like a tatty satchel, whereas a Billingham might as well come with a matching photo vest and an illuminated sign. This doesn't stop me also owning, and loving, one of their bags too - but you can't help but be conscious that it really is quite showy in its own way. And if your thief is riding a tube train with 15 guys on it that all have bags, do you think as first choice he'll go for the scruffy one? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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