DSLR Storage / Mounting in cabin

[eddiebx]

Um, what's a DSLR?


I just use whatever camera I have that's got AA batteries in it at the time. Lol

It really does all make sense now.

 

[DannyLlama]

I thought you just left yours in the capable hands of your friendly neighborhood crook? !?!?! :mod: :drum: :clap2:

Okki

hah,, good one Paul......

I got another one... thanks for reminding me of that horrible experience:twitch:

 

[joneseyyy]

Whats the model number of this bag.. I might get one to take on wheelin trips.. I never know where to leave mine either unless i have a co pilot

I don't know, I think case logic makes it and it runs around $20 on Amazon

 

[thebwlife]

I use a "holster-style" bag with the strap around the passenger seat headrest. Works fine for me.

This is what I use. I've got a big lowepro, fits a pro dslr w/ 70-200f/2.8 and has a shoulder and chest harness mount.

I normally keep my 24-70f/2.8L with the hood on in it.

I'll let you know what model if you care, but I'm in Ouray right now!

 

[4ShoreRunner]

I ordered one of the tripod quick disconnects. Once I get it in and take a look at the size I may update with another option!

 

[DannyLlama]

This is what I use. I've got a big lowepro, fits a pro dslr w/ 70-200f/2.8 and has a shoulder and chest harness mount.

I normally keep my 24-70f/2.8L with the hood on in it.

I'll let you know what model if you care, but I'm in Ouray right now!

I do care, no rush though.

 

[thebwlife]

I do care, no rush though.

Mine is a lowepro toploader pro aw 75

 

[flyrv9]

You could just hang it from the mirror by the strap. You get easy quick access; plus it doubles as a plumb bob to indicate your roll angle!

 

[DannyLlama]

Mine is a lowepro toploader pro aw 75

Thanks in looking at yours @ BH Photo Video, I found this

Case Logic SLRC-201 SLR Zoom Holster < that I think I will go with!

Case Logic SLRC-201 SLR Zoom Holster (Black)SLRC-201 B&H Photo

Cheers!

 

[eddiebx]

You could just hang it from the mirror by the strap. You get easy quick access; plus it doubles as a plumb bob to indicate your roll angle!

Something that heavy hanging from the rear view mirror is just asking for trouble

I put mine on backseat or passenger seat floor area in one of these cheap rectangular camera bags, I don't even know the exact model but it was a Lowepro brand one I found on clearance at Target, lol.

 

[Okki]

Does anyone have one of these? and does it fit a DSLR in the main compartment?

JUMBO K.I.S.S.? VERSIPACK®

Okki

 

[c2one]

Does anyone have one of these? and does it fit a DSLR in the main compartment?

JUMBO K.I.S.S.? VERSIPACK®


Okki

Searched a long time for a multipurpose bag that was tough in materials and in appearance, was smaller than a backpack, had more pockets than I could think to use, and could hold my slightly DSLR-sized point-and-shoot digital camera, with space to spare for other digital gadgets and doodads.

Found some reviews on Amazon... One person mentions using it as a camera bag for a "DSLR sized" point and shoot.

Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Maxpedition Jumbo K.I.S.S. Versipack (Black)

 

[badhabits]

I use this backpack bag from Amazon which works real well, and its only $30



Amazon.com: AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR Cameras and Accessories-Black: Camera & Photo

 

[rickashay]

Although I don't currently own this 4Runner anymore, I thought I would share. I had tried several attempts at finding an easily accessible DSLR storage/holding option, but none really met my needs. I used to sling my camera bag around the passenger headrest but still found it awkward when I needed to grab the camera in a hurry. I found that throwing it on the passenger seat (or in my GF's lap) was the handiest option but my better half didn't always necessarily agree.

I stumbled upon this ThinkTank Holster one day and decided to give it a whirl. The bottom expends so you can hold a larger lens (holds up to a 70-200 Canon), it's got a couple cool storage pockets for your memory cards and filters, has a long neck strap, and even a built in waterproof "fly".

Expanded:

20120222-IMG_1050.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr

Waterproof fly and storage pockets:

20120222-IMG_1047.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr

I then slung the shoulder strap around the outside rung of each headrest so that the camera bag hung behind the center console. I fastened a small steel bracket to the bottom of the center console, that caught the belt loop on the holster. This kept the holster anchored but allowed the strap to still support the weight of my 6D and 24-105L.


20120301-IMG_1064.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr

Another angle. Note: this is before I made the small steel bracket, I had a bungee anchoring the bag for a couple weeks.


20120222-IMG_1051.jpg by RickaShay24, on Flickr

I've now used this setup a lot on and off the trail. I was leaving the holster in the truck at all times and loved how easy it was to just reach down and grab your SLR, as if you were reaching in your console. I will be replicating this setup on my LX450 when I start putting the interior back together!

Cheers

 

[thebwlife]

I love how some people are willing to spend $3-4k camera & lens when the camera will ge obsolete in 2 year but won't spend the $100 on a decent bag. Same with tripods.

Like buying an icon stage 5 only to walk into the tire shop and purchase the cheapest non brand name tires they can get.

If you buy it right the first time you'll only buy it once.

 

[thebwlife]

Excellent work!

I just set my Domke bag behind the consul - it's big enough to house my laptop and two gripped bodies one with a 24-70f/2.8L and a 70-200f/2.8L. What's sad is I really end up using my iPhone 20x more than anything cause I'm lazy.

Although I don't currently own this 4Runner anymore, I thought I would share. I had tried several attempts at finding an easily accessible DSLR storage/holding option, but none really met my needs. I used to sling my camera bag around the passenger headrest but still found it awkward when I needed to grab the camera in a hurry. I found that throwing it on the passenger seat (or in my GF's lap) was the handiest option but my better half didn't always necessarily agree.

I stumbled upon this ThinkTank Holster one day and decided to give it a whirl. The bottom expends so you can hold a larger lens (holds up to a 70-200 Canon), it's got a couple cool storage pockets for your memory cards and filters, has a long neck strap, and even a built in waterproof "fly".

 

[eddiebx]

I love how some people are willing to spend $3-4k camera & lens when the camera will ge obsolete in 2 year but won't spend the $100 on a decent bag. Same with tripods.

Like buying an icon stage 5 only to walk into the tire shop and purchase the cheapest non brand name tires they can get.

If you buy it right the first time you'll only buy it once.

I can't speak for everyone else, but sometimes you just don't want to carry around a huge camera bag with your entire body and lens collection inside of it. So what's the sense in carrying around a huge expensive camera bag with just a body+lens attached to it?

Personally, I have a couple of smaller sized camera bags that fit just the body and lens that I plan to be using that day. I mean sure it's like 25-50 bucks, but how much more expensive can a small bag get, lol.

I also have a bigger camera backpack that can fit everything including the kitchen sink, but I've noticed that I've been reaching for that one less and less, but maybe I'm just getting old and weak

 

[thebwlife]

I can't speak for everyone else, but sometimes you just don't want to carry around a huge camera bag with your entire body and lens collection inside of it. So what's the sense in carrying around a huge expensive camera bag with just a body+lens attached to it?

Personally, I have a couple of smaller sized camera bags that fit just the body and lens that I plan to be using that day. I mean sure it's like 25-50 bucks, but how much more expensive can a small bag get, lol.

I also have a bigger camera backpack that can fit everything including the kitchen sink, but I've noticed that I've been reaching for that one less and less, but maybe I'm just getting old and weak

I agree about the amount of gear, hell I use my iPhone more than anything and I was a pro wedding photographer. My argument is more how people spend thousands on equipment then put the cheapest protection they can on it.

But I've used cheapo non brand name bags and they all jus fall apart. When you switch to a pro quality - not size related - they hold up so much better and have better foam. The last thing you want to do is be walking and have a bag give out or zipper break open. Maybe I'm rediculous about quality but I've learned my lesson about cheap stuff the hard way a few times. Why I'm driving a toyota and not a jeep...

My smaller carry bag is a lowepro toploader aw 75.

 

[eddiebx]

I agree about the amount of gear, hell I use my iPhone more than anything and I was a pro wedding photographer. My argument is more how people spend thousands on equipment then put the cheapest protection they can on it.

But I've used cheapo non brand name bags and they all jus fall apart. When you switch to a pro quality - not size related - they hold up so much better and have better foam. The last thing you want to do is be walking and have a bag give out or zipper break open. Maybe I'm rediculous about quality but I've learned my lesson about cheap stuff the hard way a few times. Why I'm driving a toyota and not a jeep...

My smaller carry bag is a lowepro toploader aw 75.

Sorry, I completely read what you previously wrote the wrong way. I 100% agree about investing in a higher quality bag, the difference in padding alone between a cheap one and a good one are huge. I spent a few hours at BH Photo & Video feeling up every single bag and pouch they had on display, lol.

I have a bunch of smaller Tamrac and Lowepro bags depending on what body/lens combination I am going with. And just like you, I too reach for my smartphone camera 99% of the times :lmao:

 

[kinnakeettom]

Billingham dslr bag with 3 of my most used lens. not cheap but when its the best its ok to.