Living far from the nearest camera store, it is always a chore to pick out the "ideal" camera bag for a particular use, whether a backpack, sling or shoulder bag. I thought I would start with one I found, showing photos of it being worn, and filled, to give an idea of capacity and usefulness. Would love to see others out there such as Think Tank, Domke, Lowepro, etc, with some photos and maybe some user pros and cons.
My first entry is the Clik Elite Sling Bag, Loaded with a Fuji XE 1 with 55-200mm lens mounted, an 18-55mm zoom, a 35mm 1.4 and a pair of 10x25 Alpen binoculars. There is an additional insert that can hold a prime lens, but I removed it to stow the 55-200 with the shade mounted.
The bag is approx 17" high x 11" wide. The lower compartment, that holds the photo gear is approx. 8" height x 11" width. The upper compartment, for holding a light coat and lunch is approx. 9" height x 11" width. For reference the guy wearing it is 6-3 and 240 lbs.
The good- the sling bag is very comfortable to wear for someone my size, and moves easily when needed to get access. The bottom compartment can be configured a few different ways, but generally will hold a Fuji X Pro or XE 1, a 55-200mm, 18-55mm, 35mm 1,4, 60mm or flash, and a small pair of binoculars or a second body. With that amount of equipment in the bag it still feels fairly lightweight. I really like the upper compartment for carrying lunch and a jacket. This bag works great for a bike ride or a hike. A small tripod can be carried on the side. A couple of batteries can be carried in small compartment on strap
The cons- no all weather cover. There is an opening where the strap connects to the bag, which has direct access to the upper compartment. This could allow rain water to drip in, though in practice has not been a problem. I carry a plastic garbage bag in case I get caught in a downpour to solve the problem, but honestly has not been a problem in use. Hope this can start a series of bag reviews to make a case for Fuji! Thanks.View attachment 2315View attachment 2314View attachment 2313View attachment 2312View attachment 2311View attachment 2310
My first entry is the Clik Elite Sling Bag, Loaded with a Fuji XE 1 with 55-200mm lens mounted, an 18-55mm zoom, a 35mm 1.4 and a pair of 10x25 Alpen binoculars. There is an additional insert that can hold a prime lens, but I removed it to stow the 55-200 with the shade mounted.
The bag is approx 17" high x 11" wide. The lower compartment, that holds the photo gear is approx. 8" height x 11" width. The upper compartment, for holding a light coat and lunch is approx. 9" height x 11" width. For reference the guy wearing it is 6-3 and 240 lbs.
The good- the sling bag is very comfortable to wear for someone my size, and moves easily when needed to get access. The bottom compartment can be configured a few different ways, but generally will hold a Fuji X Pro or XE 1, a 55-200mm, 18-55mm, 35mm 1,4, 60mm or flash, and a small pair of binoculars or a second body. With that amount of equipment in the bag it still feels fairly lightweight. I really like the upper compartment for carrying lunch and a jacket. This bag works great for a bike ride or a hike. A small tripod can be carried on the side. A couple of batteries can be carried in small compartment on strap
The cons- no all weather cover. There is an opening where the strap connects to the bag, which has direct access to the upper compartment. This could allow rain water to drip in, though in practice has not been a problem. I carry a plastic garbage bag in case I get caught in a downpour to solve the problem, but honestly has not been a problem in use. Hope this can start a series of bag reviews to make a case for Fuji! Thanks.View attachment 2315View attachment 2314View attachment 2313View attachment 2312View attachment 2311View attachment 2310