Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/12/19
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]> Steve wrote: > >>No doubt some people will suggest the Domke 803 satchel bag. I have tried >>that and don't use mine anymore mainly because it is so badly balanced that >>it won't stand up by itself, in fact a couple of times while putting it down >>it has fallen over and a lens has rolled out onto the floor. Also I find the >>fabric they use is to slippery and the auxilliary pockets are way to small >>to the point of almost being useless. Also it will only hold two M's with >>lenses and hood mounted plus a 90mm. This bag is fine if you are only >>carrying one M. > > You can actually fit one more lens in as well...If you tape two rear lens > caps together (back to back) it will allow you to mount a lens on either > end. The middle padded section on the 803 is tall enough to then > accommodate the two lenses together. This allows you to carry 4 lenses > and two bodies. As far as it being balanced when setting it down, it's > really made to be used off the shoulder and on the run. You really > shouldn't have to set it down to take your gear in and out. > > I have used these bags (803s) for years and find that they are great for > the traveling and assignment work I do. Especially if you have to travel > light and want to be inconspicuous. > > James > > > james@stillscenes.com > Images at: http://www.stillscenes.com/ > And this is why the 'Great Bag Debate' will never end. I have the 808 also but have found the Classic M works better for me. Looked at your web site, nice pictures. Steve Annapolis http://www.streetphoto.net