Comments about Zing Zing Large Zoom SLR Camera Cover f/Nikon N50/60/65/70/80/6006/8008, Canon ELAN 2/7, A2/A2E, Maxxum 7/9, Olympus IS-10/20/30, Pentax PZ1 - Gray:

I just purchased this cover based on my previous ownership of a smaller Zing SLR cover. I had an older standard sized cover that worked great for my first generation Digital Rebel with Tamron 28-300mm zoom. I used the old cover when hiking and backpacking with my camera and really appreciated the quick release strap that went around your back to keep the camera from swinging. The cover protected the camera well against light rain, sweat and shock. I never had a problem with it. I have since upgraded to the Canon 40D and it took quite a bit of tugging and stretching to fit it in the standard cover. I just got the new Tamron 18-270mm stabilized lens and there was no way this new combo was fitting in the standard pouch.

Enter the Large Zoom SLR cover. I am able to fit the 40D with a quick release tripod mounting plate and the 18-270mm lens with the lens hood attached into this cover. It is a bit tight, I think because the quick release plate extends the height of the body, but it fits. This lens has a 72mm filter size, but the body is even wider than that due to the stabilization mechanisms, and the lens hood is wider too, but they still fit in the zoom tunnel OK. This cover has velcro tabs on the portion that closes around the lens whereas the older, smaller model had to be pulled around the end of the lens. There is a little bit of room at the end of the lens pouch with this lens/body combo, but not much. The only real problem I have with the cover is Zing changed from the around-the-back quick release strap to a little difficult to attach and detach strap that hooks to your camera's neck strap. This does nothing to prevent swinging and swaying if you are wearing this while hiking. I plan to modify mine to add this functionality.

Pros:
Fits my 40D with Tamron 18-270mm lens + hood
Good Weather / Shock Resistance
Excellent Longevity and Quality (based on previous Zing experience)

Cons:
No around-the-back strap to prevent swinging when wearing it around your neck

Comments about Zing Zing Large Zoom SLR Camera Cover f/Nikon N50/60/65/70/80/6006/8008, Canon ELAN 2/7, A2/A2E, Maxxum 7/9, Olympus IS-10/20/30, Pentax PZ1 - Gray:

I dropped my camera on the pavement and it completely protected my camera.