antigallican Posted May 17, 2017 Share #1 Posted May 17, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) I want to use an SL and M9 together. I have a couple of small lenses I'll use as well as those on the cameras - all M lenses, even on the SL. No 24-90 at this stage. I have a Hadley bag which I've used for probably 20 years and it's just too small for both cameras and the lenses (and Zeiss wipes, spare batteries etc). Does anyone carry a kit like that? Would you share your method? I have to admit I am absolutely loathe to add to my collection of bags - all photographers have a ridiculously large collection of bags I know. I have three photography rucksacs alone! Really I'd like an easy access messenger style bag of a sufficient size, as those cameras and lenses are really quite light as a kit. I have bought little tamrac protection bags to go in my camera bag - I don't need my cameras and lenses rolling around knocking lumps off each other. So is there something which would take an SL, an M9, four small lenses and associated accessories? All the illustrations of messenger style bags I see have just one camera and some lenses. Have any assignment/street/wedding photographers solved the problem? Thanks in advance for any ideas or solutions you are able to share. ps I'll probably replace the M9 with 240 soon but it's more or less the same size. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ken Abrahams Posted May 18, 2017 Share #2 Posted May 18, 2017 I'm looking at new bags with pretty much the same equipment as you. I have a list of bags from Leica boutique which seem to be appropriate in size. I will post my selections later however I'm interested in any other recommendations here. Ken Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taosantamonica Posted May 18, 2017 Share #3 Posted May 18, 2017 I only use M or R lenses and a Hadley pro works well for me…even for my Sl with a R80lux attached and a MM1 with a 0.95. With protective padded flaps there’s room underneath the camera’s for a couple of lenses and two front pockets for filters, batteries etc. Even a Hadley small works when I just want/need two smaller lenses attached and front pockets for incidentals. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taosantamonica Posted May 18, 2017 Share #4 Posted May 18, 2017 quick photo of my hadley pro, mm1/noct, sl/r80, 35fle, 28cron, ipad mini, batteries etc, 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2mpx Posted May 28, 2017 Share #5 Posted May 28, 2017 It's a dilemma for sure. Used a Wotancraft Ryker for the M240+50crom+24lux+90Elmar but the bag weighs a lot and also a very tight fit. Looked into the Hadley but very similar size-wise to the Artisan so back to staying with the Artisan/Artist. Additionally, both the Wotancraft and Artisan will not take the SL with the 24lux mounted, and leave enough room for the other 2 lenses; so have abandoned the 1 bag for both option - plus typically would not carry 2 bodies. Instead, after comparing the Billingham S4 and FStop 1.4, settled for the FStop 1.4 for the SL and Artisan for the M240 as the Artisan isn't as deep to accommodate the larger SL body. Mainly the S4 has a top side2side zipper and the opening is too constrained to pull the SL/24lux out. Also the external strap hooks on by pulling up from the bottom. The FStop 1.4 has a open top, easier for camera entry/exit, good space for the other 2 lenses, plus a good pocket for either an iPad or a MacBook 11 or 12. Also the external strap pulls down to buckle. The external pull strap/hook setup isn't ideal, magnetic would be better, but it's been very frustrating finding the right bag combo after going through ThinkTank, Manfrotto and others. To be specific, requirements had been to look for the most compact, but having enough space for a body mounted with a lens, plus 2 lenses. iPad/laptop/charger/cleaning gear en route in flight only, left in hotel room at destination. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antigallican Posted May 28, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted May 28, 2017 I bought a Manfrotto grey thing with red innards - a sort of messenger bag. It sort of works. One day I'm going to have the world's biggest camera bag garage sale! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandokan Posted May 28, 2017 Share #7 Posted May 28, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Sorry, but I think this has already been discussed plus the original SL bag thread is 441 replies long with photos ... https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/ https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/270703-best-bag-for-dual-wield-sl-and-m/ https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/269692-which-backpack-for-the-sl/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted May 29, 2017 Share #8 Posted May 29, 2017 Checkout the new Hadley One. It is bigger than the pro and it takes an SL with 24-90 in the padded compartment that comes with it - which takes up half the bag space. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antigallican Posted May 29, 2017 Author Share #9 Posted May 29, 2017 (edited) Sorry, but I think this has already been discussed plus the original SL bag thread is 441 replies long with photos ... https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/252169-which-bag-for-the-sl/ https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/270703-best-bag-for-dual-wield-sl-and-m/ https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/269692-which-backpack-for-the-sl/ Thanks for that. Weird English 'dual wield.' Edited May 29, 2017 by antigallican Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
phongph Posted May 30, 2017 Share #10 Posted May 30, 2017 Hi ! I have got Billingham F1.4 to keep SL 601 with SL 24-90, M10 with M Apo 50 & M Lux 75. It is tidy and just nice bag! Have a good day! Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandokan Posted May 30, 2017 Share #11 Posted May 30, 2017 I bought a Manfrotto grey thing with red innards - a sort of messenger bag. It sort of works. One day I'm going to have the world's biggest camera bag garage sale! I think David Alan Harvey may win that war :-) 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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