Jeff S Posted August 30, 2016 Share #341 Posted August 30, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) Ugly and pretty are relative..one you found ugly might be pretty to someone else..probably you haven't met bag maker like Wotancraft, Holdfast, Onabag, Oberwerth etc etc, all make beautiful bag. Above all ugliness for camera bag, I will always chose functionality and versatility first. Not to single out one brand, as each may have its own issues, but there are threads here on certain 'beautiful' ONA bags falling apart, with poor customer service response. In addition to functionality and versatility, I'd add reliability and service. And, for me, weather protection and comfort (including size and weight) are key aspects of functionality.....even if that means less attractive materials. As with everything else on the forum, tastes and preferences vary. I tend to stick with basic black, even though lighter colors may reflect heat better. The good news is that there are enough options and biases to keep bag threads among the most frequent on the forum. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ramarren Posted August 31, 2016 Share #342 Posted August 31, 2016 But it often surprises me that photographers who you'd imagine ought to have heightened visual awareness and sensitivity often seem to care little about what things look like. As I say to folks who walk up and say things like, "Hey, that's a fine looking camera there!" ... "Oh, yeah. I like to spend more time looking through it than looking at it, however." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 31, 2016 Share #343 Posted August 31, 2016 As I say to folks who walk up and say things like, "Hey, that's a fine looking camera there!" ... "Oh, yeah. I like to spend more time looking through it than looking at it, however." True. My general point is that visual awareness and sensitivity is the sort of condition that you can't just switch on when you look through a viewfinder, and switch off again for going about your other business. Because like it or not its part of you and it affects almost everything you do. And your photos will reflect all that v When I apply this to the choice of camera bags I'm being ridiculously subjective of course, but I believe there's a truth in there! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pop Posted August 31, 2016 Share #344 Posted August 31, 2016 ...My general point is that visual awareness and sensitivity is the sort of condition that you can't just switch on when you look through a viewfinder, and switch off again for going about your other business. ... I think so, too. However, not all place aesthetics above all other considerations. Some very impressive work can utterly fail at aesthetics. So can bags. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 31, 2016 Share #345 Posted August 31, 2016 I think so, too. However, not all place aesthetics above all other considerations. Some very impressive work can utterly fail at aesthetics. So can bags. Don't you think there's a distinction between a purely functional object in which the beauty is in the functionality, and the deliberately styled monstrosities that many camera-bag makers turn out. I suspect there's a heavy leather fetish needing to be fed, that finds an outlet in equestrian camera cases, coquettish half cases and military-surplus bags! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wlaidlaw Posted August 31, 2016 Share #346 Posted August 31, 2016 The problem with leather is that, if it is thin enough to be light, it is quite floppy and leads to a shapeless bag, where everything drops to the bottom. If it is thick enough to retain its shape well it is heavy. I have a Jill-E suede roller camera bag, that holds everything I could want and is stiff enough to be protective and retain its shape but it weighs a ton. With say the SL, 24-90, 90-280, Nocti and 18SEM plus SF58 and various, batteries, charger, filters and filter holders, I would need to employ my own personal Bulgarian weightlifter on steroids, to carry it around for me. I like leather for the trim, straps and handles, because of its durability but for the main bag material I prefer natural or synthetic canvas/gaberdine Wilson 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
honcho Posted August 31, 2016 Share #347 Posted August 31, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) As has been said above, expensive often does not always mean practical or even reliable and there are some bags mentioned here (and straps shown elsewhere) that I personally would be too embarrassed to carry around, but each to their own. If I really do have to use a camera bag (which I usually try to avoid) I'm happy with my selection of beat-up and smelly old CCS stuff. There's helpful, isn't it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramarren Posted August 31, 2016 Share #348 Posted August 31, 2016 Don't you think there's a distinction between a purely functional object in which the beauty is in the functionality, and the deliberately styled monstrosities that many camera-bag makers turn out. I suspect there's a heavy leather fetish needing to be fed, that finds an outlet in equestrian camera cases, coquettish half cases and military-surplus bags! I don't like any of the "deliberately styled monstrosities" so don't care about them. I also have no use for a 'heavy leather' fetish bag. I pick my bags based upon their usability, weight, construction quality, and capacity for the intended equipment. I like easy access, secure closure, a decent assortment of pockets and organizing structure, good quality hardware, comfortable strap, and durability. The resulting picks always look good to my eye ... So style following function works. Buying a bag because it "looks good" is a complete waste of money. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubaga Posted August 31, 2016 Share #349 Posted August 31, 2016 Buying a bag because it "looks good" is a complete waste of money. Although I generally agree with your statement and have my house covered in various bags I must state that I would not buy an ugly bag. I will not buy the bag for its looks either. So for me its a combination of usability and the bag looking acceptable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicaiste Posted September 7, 2016 Share #350 Posted September 7, 2016 I like very much my new Filson Magnum McCurry Sportsman bag (plus Billingham SP50 Shoulder pad). Not made anymore but still available on the Internet. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/?do=findComment&comment=3108350'>More sharing options...
Leicaiste Posted September 7, 2016 Share #351 Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) .. Video : Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited September 7, 2016 by Leicaiste 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/?do=findComment&comment=3108351'>More sharing options...
MyLeicaM Posted September 7, 2016 Share #352 Posted September 7, 2016 I've ordered the Angelo Pelle Firenze Bag II 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffWright Posted September 9, 2016 Share #353 Posted September 9, 2016 I like very much my new Filson Magnum McCurry Sportsman bag (plus Billingham SP50 Shoulder pad). Not made anymore but still available on the Internet. Although they have some flaws, the Filson bags were very nice. Not sure why they launched a line of bags and then abandoned them a year later...I have the Filson Magnum Field Camera Bag and it's my bag of choice for the SL and 24-90 with a few M lenses, or for a couple of M cameras and as many as 6-7 lenses. If they had made a few refinements to the bag, like better water repellancy, they could have been long term players. Lifetime warranty as well. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rriley Posted September 11, 2016 Share #354 Posted September 11, 2016 (edited) Hmm...must be the new Oberwerth Heidelberg. Hindenburg might better describe size. http://www.oberwerth.com/camera-bag-heidelberg Hindenberg also describes the price Euros: 799.00! Edited September 11, 2016 by rriley Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicaiste Posted September 16, 2016 Share #355 Posted September 16, 2016 (edited) The Belstaff Colonial Messenger bag is back. Nicer than the previous version (556) which was a bit to much distressed IMO. http://www.belstaff.eu/new-in/colonial-messenger-shoulder-bag-khaki/75610370C61N0118-Khaki.html#gclid=CJ2J3YqzlM8CFcoW0wod0w8PqQ&start=1 Edited September 16, 2016 by Leicaiste Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicaiste Posted September 16, 2016 Share #356 Posted September 16, 2016 The new Belstaff bag should work well with : the Wotancraft Waterproof Camera Insert L https://www.wotancraft.com/product/waterproof-shock-resistant-insert-large or the Wotancraft Quick-Draw Camera Insert L https://www.wotancraft.com/product/quick-draw-camera-insert-l Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 22, 2016 Share #357 Posted September 22, 2016 Ok I am trying something new I have a Case Logic top load DSLR case. In it the SL fits with any of the lenses I have 21mm (sideways) up to the 135mm lens. Also in the top load film, batteries, blower and cloth. In my Croots cartridge case the SF40 flash and two further M lenses. Umbrella in jacket pocket, no rucksack needed. An experiment to see if I can ween myself off rucksacks and anything larger than what I describe above. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Bailer Posted September 22, 2016 Share #358 Posted September 22, 2016 Hi Bag Lovers, I have only R Lenses and M Lenses. Not yet, may be I might never buy SL Lenses, as I am still using beside the SLmy good old R8-DMR. This good old Leica leather bag you might find on the second Hand market. I like it, because there are rigid compartement. With the Equipment mentioned the weight is 6.1 kg regard Peter from Switzerland Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/?do=findComment&comment=3117105'>More sharing options...
Peter Bailer Posted September 22, 2016 Share #359 Posted September 22, 2016 Lenses with Camera Leica SL Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/?do=findComment&comment=3117106'>More sharing options...
Peter Bailer Posted September 22, 2016 Share #360 Posted September 22, 2016 (edited) Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Lenses only Edited September 22, 2016 by Peter Bailer Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Lenses only ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/?do=findComment&comment=3117109'>More sharing options...
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