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Binding: Electronics
Brand: Case Logic
Color: Black
EAN: 0085854206587
Item Dimensions: 1475450150375
Label: Case Logic
Manufacturer: Case Logic
Model: SLRC-205
MPN: SLRC-205
Publisher: Case Logic
Studio: Case Logic
Warranty: 25 years warranty
Features:- SLR camera sling wears like a backpack but allows for instant access to your SLR and accessories (simply swing around and you're ready to shoot)
- Holds SLR camera body with attached standard lens
- Patent pending hammock system suspends your SLR above the bottom of case, providing superior impact protection
- Large zippered compartment stores an additional lens or flash (dimensions: 7.5" x 3.75" x 3")
- Three additional zippered pockets store memory cards and other small items
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Product Description:
SLR camera sling wears like a backpack but allows for instant access to your SLR and accessoriesHolds SLR camera body with attached standard lensPatent pending hammock system suspends your SLR above the bottom of case, providing superior impact protectionLarge zippered compartment stores an additional lens or flashThree additional zippered pockets store memory cards and other small itemsAdjustable shoulder strap with waist strap prevents the sling from jostling around during activityMemory foam on interior helps protect your delicate LCD screenIndustrial strength hook and loop strap holds your tripod
Average Rating: 
Rating:  -
After some extensive research and try-ons, Case Logic SLRC-205 Camera Sling Bag is my current favorite bag to carry my small DSLR (Olympus E-620) and two lenses (one attached to the body).
Case Logic must have a great design team that cares. They seem to put a lot of attention on the design that not only looks good, but also very utilitarian. They keep improving the holder for the camera body with a lens attached in their camera back, the latest hammock design exhibits that. It's a very simple design that will suit various camera configuration. Such effort deserve to be praised.
It's a pleasure to carry this bag. Weight distribution of a sling bag is crucial, as the load is stressed on one shoulder (in this case, left, and there's no right shoulder option as noted by another reviewer). However, Case Logic SLRC-205 feels like feather when I put it on me with the bag fully loaded (~5 lbs. of equipment).
In the main compartment, I have put an Olympus E-620 (around the size of Canon XSi/T1i) with Zuiko 14-45mm II (3.5" long, 3" diam.) attached with hood reversed. It still has some room at the bottom to store my 50mm macro lens if desired. However, I squeezed my Giottos large rocket Blower Giottos in. It's a tight fit for that configuration. A larger camera body may have a hard time getting in without removing the neck strap. I had the quick release plate of my tripod attached to the bottom of the camera and it's a tight fit, but no problem. There is no problem in term of horizontal space.
In the extra lens pocket I was able to put a Zuiko 50-200mm in (6 1/4" long, 3.5" diam.) with its gigantic hood reversed and tripod holder attached, which makes it around 5 1/4" wide, and the pocket still has some room to spare. The nice little touch about that pocket is it has an elastic band near the bottom. I forgot to zip the bag up once, after I changed my lens, and that elastic band held the lens closer to the bag, saved my precious lens from an irreversible disaster (though a smaller lens might have felt through, so don't bet your life on it, but it's a nice contingency design).
There is also a spare pocket for small things like memory cards, battery and trinkets (I also put lens cleaning pens inside). It is more accessible than the side pocket, which is blocked by the tripod holder. My other gripe about that side pocket is it's not deep enough for a standard novel-size camera manual. I just wish there is one non-flat type pocket dedicated for larger item such as the rocket blower, and some pen holders for my lens pens. A cellphone/iPod holder on the shoulder strap would be a nice touch.
There is a filter pocket! I love the design team. They were able to squeeze so many features in a compact bag, and all except the side pocket mentioned are readily accessible when you swing the back to the front, without having to take the bag off (which is the shortcoming of a backpack style bag). The two filter nets inside it hold 67mm filters fine, though the smaller one is better suited for a 58mm filter.
The tripod holder is wonderful. I have a full-size aluminum tripod (Dolica 62" Proline with Ballhead) retracted and stored in its dedicated tripod bag. Using the two Velcro closure, the tripod was piggybacked onto the back and doesn't shift around. The tripod is longer than the sling so I won't carry a tripod that way to a crowded place. However it's nice to free your hand if you're hiking.
The shoulder strap is very comfortable and well padded. The length control is a bit weird. Instead of that plastic thing you would loop around twice, you pull the extra strap to the desired length and then roll it up like an omelet, then fasten it with a Velcro strap. I prefer the traditional plastic loop (when done right, the loop is actually more secure).
The interior padding is okay only. It's not super thick, but should be okay for minor impact. The part I'm more worried about is the spare lens pocket, as it's more exposed. Main compartment should endure concoction more. The interior material is made of high quality nylon. It feels smooth and I don't believe it'll scratch the equipment (just don't rub the lens glass with it).
There are handles tactically placed. I don't feel the content will fall out when using them. While the zippers secure the bags well, but the main compartment's zipper could be smoother when zipped around the corner.
Minor gripe. Though Case Logic team deserves the recognition, but I wish the logo can be a little more low profile. It's not gigantic or hideous, but when I see the sunshine logo, I know who made the bag already. The way it is put now, it looks like a camera bag, which is not something I like to flaunt about (i.e., rob me!). I also wish the side pocket and the main compartment have a more joint look, so it looks more like a regular ... Read More
Rating:  -
I spent a lot of time researching sling-style DSLR cases and this is by far the best I have seen. I've owned one for a few months already and I have no complaints.
Comfort - adjustable, padded strap allows the bag to wrap around your torso for a comfortable fit. Sometimes I even forget that it's there. I cannot say the same for the boxy-style camera bags, they just feel out of palce.
Storage - The main compartment has the hammock suspension system, which I think offers good restraint and easy access to your camera: just unzip the top cover and reach for the camera. The compartment is deep enough to fit a super-tele lens attached to the body, or an attached medium sized prime with room at the bottom for another lens. Another compartment has room for two more medium sized lenses or a lens and a charger. A few more zippered pockets offer room for small gadgets like wireless remote control, USB card reader, some filters, lens cleaning gear.
Protection - there's enough padding to keep your toys safe, though I wouldn't get on crowded bus with it.
Style - This is the only case I have seen that actually looks great, and not really like a camera bag - bonus points for that; last thing you want is to advertise your stash of expensive toys.
Worth mentioning - a hook and loop tripod holder; pretty useful for a light tripod, though the bag will get heavy if you're going on a long hike. Build quality is good, feels like money worth spending.
Kudos to the designer of this case.
Rating: -
This product is great. As I have 2 little ones you need something that keeps your hands free. I can just grab the bag and throw it over the shoulder and we are ready to go. You can quicly get to the camera when that shot is just right. I also like that it holds one extra lens. I don't need more then 2 lens so this is perfect and not to bulky. I also found that strapping the bag over your shoulder makes it almost feel weightless. The sling in the case is great as I don't worry about the camera bouncing around inside.
Rating: -
A very well made camera sling. I bought it for my Nikon D300 before I went on a trip. Plenty of room in it (and some room to spare in the main compartment) for my camera with an 18-135mm lens. Space enough to carry an extra lens with you as well as various small photography accessorites and other small items such as keys, wallet, sunglasses, etc. Sling is a little stiff at first, but I'm sure that'll ease over time...it is still comfortable to wear.
My only "complaint" (and it's not even a big complaint!) is that the sling was made to go over your left shoulder only. I typically like slings over my right shoulder. But no biggie, I'm sure I'll get used to it!
Rating: -
I was looking for very compact back pack to place my DSLR and camcorder and this one fits the bill and it's better because it is a sling bag.
Here's what I put inside this bag:
- Canon T1i
- Sony HDR-SR11 (I used the extra lens compartment since I'm not planning to carry extra lenses).
- 3 extra battery, 2 for Canon and 1 for Sony
- 1 compact light for Sony Camcorder
Still have some room space to put some small things like cellphone, compact charger and memory.
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