Friday, April 18, 2014

Domke F6 Rugged Wear

I have used a Domke F5BX and F803 before. Both has it's advantages and disadvantages in terms of sizes and handling. If I am having a single mirrorless system like the EM-5 OMD and fix lenses (14,25,45mm) the F5bx is more then enough. As I started to go into the Fuji X system and adding a longer zoom lens like the 55-200mm Fuji X lens, the F5BX seems too small.
The F803 is a great design where it is able to hold a ipad on the back slot. However, due to the narrow width design (look like a messenger bag) , it is  kind of tight to put in  a body and lens into it. Definitely not a smooth process in loading and taking out the camera.

I have tried the Lowepro Passport sling 2. It is a cool looking bag, but I do not like the fact that the small pockets for accessories are unable to be zipped or closed. So I won't dare to put anything like batteries/SD cards into the side pockets. The nylon material is not as comfortable and felt rough.

So until recently, I saw this Domke F6. It met my requirement, with a spacious interior and 2 zipper pockets where I am able to put smaller items into these pocket with security.
The F6 is able to hold 1 EP-1 and 17mm lens. I can put  my second body Fuij XE-1 with 55-200mm fixed. There is space for another 2 more additional lenses (18-55mm Fuji or the 9-18mm Olympus).

Inside of F-6- Xe-1 w 55-200mm mounted. FEB5 rangefinder w 55mm. Plus 2 lenses and a flash. More space for another body or accessories.

The fact that the canvass material of the domke is stretchable gave lots of additional space. The bag is soft and comfortable to carry. I also love the classic look of this camera bag. It is not too big or too small.



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