By Aly from Cape Cod on 4/16/2008

I've been using a backpack bag for a couple of years, but had run out of space, even with the largest bag, I was looking for something different. I decided to try this bag, for the simple reason, it does not look like a camera bag. I keep 2 camera bodies, and 5 lenses in this bag, with room for filters and other small items.

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Have lot of pockets and compartments for one o r two cameras, a couple of lenses and a flash, plus room for other accessories. The padding in the inside of the compartments is an extra for protection of your gear.The grip in the strap won't slip making it secure and comfy to carry around all day.

By j.polaski Photography from Ansonia, CT on 9/30/2007

I decided to switch from a Tamrac to he Domke for a lower key and better hugging bag. I have an older Domke laying around I use on occasion and know that these bags look better the older they get. When I found this bag I knew it had it all. The pockets are well padded and the velcro system works well for the future when I need to adjust. The top pocket and front pocket are great for everything I need to hold and I love the open back pocket for any books or maps that I might need. The strap holds wonderfully well with it's grippy threads, and the flap stays put whether it's buckled or not. I can easily take this bag from film to digital without missing a beat. Daily, I carry the following in my bag:

Nikon D70 with 18-70 3.5-4.5 Nikkor
Nikkor 70-300 G
SB 600
SC-17
Gary Fong Lightsphere
Lensbaby G-1
charger
extra batteries
cleaning tools

and it all sits perfectly. I really couldn't be happier and with the khaki color I find it professional yet understated.

If I had to pick on something it would be their decision to permanently affix the strap to the bag. My F5XB allows me to easily replace the strap by unhooking, and I find that a useful feature as I now need to replace the strap on that bag. I would also criticize their move to polycarbonate hardware located sparsely on the bag. A pittance to complain about given the advantages. This bag is great for a smaller pro bag, a nature weekender, or a street bag (I know, I've used it for all that). I wouldn't hesitate to buy this bag again.

By Rob from Jacksonville Florida on 2/12/2007

Just a little bigger would have been great. Since most of my photography is out door I should have gone with a backpack to carry a ground cloth, shell and strap on a tripod