Photo Bags ( Billingham 306 and 335)

[Annibale G.]

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Hello,

I was looking for a new bag to carry my equipment. I was looking for the Billingham 306 but not anyone dealer in Rome have it and I want o compare with a Billingham 335 before to order it. Does anyone have some site with good picture of that?

Any other kind of suggestion is appreciate. Since now I have the Billingham Hadley Large which I love the big well done pocket on the fromt to put films.

Waiting for your response.

Thanks, Bye

[DTD]

I've had a Billingham 335 for probably 20 odd years – it's as well made as you'd expect from Billingham.

I don't use it too much nowadays as I find it a bit too square. Think I prefer more of a satchel type bag.

 

M Billingham and Co 335 Camera Bag

[Annibale G.]

Well I have to put inside two M7 with 28 and 50 and a R6 with a 90mm. I've read something about the 306 that is more practible, easy...

[DTD]

Will fit that kit in nicely – I just find it sticks out away from my body too much – but that's my preference.

I think it's still one of the best of its' type.

[dickgrafixstop]

The Billingham website is a mess right now, but if you go to rtsphoto.com, you'll be at the

American distributor for these bags. They have a nice photo of both, and it seems the major difference is the 'tuck-top" and the extra side pocket on the 335. I haven't tried the

new six series, but I think you'll find it hard to beat a 335 in a traditional shoulder style bag. Also look at the Hadley pro, which I find to be a little more "portable" with a typical

day's shooting kit.

[Annibale G.]

Maybe will be perfect for that kit plus film of course, maybe also the 306 will be perfect that is also a little bit small than the 335.

Wht do you think?

[DTD]

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Maybe will be perfect for that kit plus film of course, maybe also the 306 will be perfect that is also a little bit small than the 335.

Wht do you think?

 

I've always found you need a slightly bigger bag than you think you do.

[glenerrolrd]

I have both bags but don t have access to one to do a photo. The 306 is much preferred because of the "press top " which opens cleanly (and wide) for accessing your equipment. Its big enough for a DMR and four prime lenses which is how I use it. I find it great for transporting equipment while traveling but I don t like it as a day bag.

 

Its too big and especially too wide which causes people to walk right into you(if you find yourself in a crowd). I like a satchel style bag like a Domke J 803 or a Billingham Hadley large or pro . I assume the body is out of the bag most of the time thus the size is for lenses etc. The body can be separated from the lens for travel if needed and will fit but its too tight to use in and out frequently.

 

But if you have already settled on the size and shape of the billingham then the 306 is better functionally because of how you access the equipment.

 

It would be helpful if the OP could indicate what equipment he will be using (or did I miss that in the above?).

[visoflex]

The Packington is good - I can recommend it. 2 x M6's + 35, 50, 90 and loads of odds and ends

[Guest AgXlove]

I've always found you need a slightly bigger bag than you think you do.

Same here.

 

I have the 335 and use it all the time - it's an outstanding bag. You can take a look at the 335 here Billingham | 335 Shoulder Bag | 503033 | B&H Photo Video

[jpattison]

From Rome, check out Robert White, in England, rather than the US.

 

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John