Tamrac 5578 Expedition 8, Professional Photographic Backpack, Black. #557801
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Tamrac 5578 Expedition 8, Professional Photographic Backpack, Black.

SKU: TR5578BK

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2007-12-29T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I would recommend this to anyone

What a great backpack, to bad it dosen't have wheels abd a handle.

Rick

2007-02-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A Great Backpack -- You'll like it too!!

I've been very happy with this backpack. Plenty of room. So far, I have A Nikon D70s SLR, two lenses, a metz 45ct-1 flash, some filters, light meter, manuals, batteries, memory cards and if i'm traveling, there's plenty of room to pack card readers, cables, chargers and all the little odds and ends we all carry around. Someday I hope to add a 400mm f2.8 monster to my collection and I'll have the room when I do! I'm impressed with the quality and strength of costruction. The metal zippers on this pack are beefy and strong -- no wimpy plastic here. Some zippers also have fold-down covers -- they will do well keeping the rain out if that's ever necessary. Tamrac Recommends strapping in the tripod on the outside of the main flap. This makes it a little awkward to get into if the pack is lying flat. Luckily, they have attachment points built into the sides of the pack. I might move the tripod to the sides to make it easier to get into the main compartment. All in all, well worth the price.

Chris

2007-02-11T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Well made but TOO big for my purposes

Four stars because it really is very well made for what it is, an "Expedition" camera bag. This is a well made bag but it is so big that I have not actually used it yet. Ordered it online and the dimensions sounded good when you consider what it will hold. Got it to take on trips for wildlife photography and it definitely will hold all the long telephotos and multiple cameras but it is so bulky that I figured it would be awkward to take in and out of public transportation and small planes, land rovers, small boats and canoes we would encounter in the various places go. Definetly will not fit under your seat on a small plane, and I always carry on my camera bag. Has almost too much padding... this bag is more for backpacking expeditions. For most travel I use a photo backpack about half this size. Extremely well made though.

J C.

2007-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A very well designed camera pack!!

Great for the long hike or for the daily excursion. Protects my gear well. Allows me to carry multiple camera bodies and several lenses. A really great asset!!

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Tamrac 5578 Expedition 8, Professional Photographic Backpack, Black. #557801 Specifications

  • External Dimensions

    13" W x 13.5" D x 22" H
    33cm x 34cm x 56cm 13

  • Internal Dimensions

    11" W x 6.25" D x 20.5" H
    28cm x 16cm x 52cm

  • Weight

    7.25 lbs (3293g)

  • Capacity

    Multiple SLR's, and lenses, flash and accessories.

  • Colors Available

    Black

  • UPC Code

    023554022854

5 Accessories for Tamrac 5578 Expedition 8, Professional Photographic Backpack, Black.

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Slinger Filter Wallet "P" Holds 6x 82mm Round or 6x Square Filters,Black
Slinger Filter Wallet "P" Holds 6x 82mm Round or 6x Square Filters,Black
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Slinger Soft Lens Case Medium, 6.5" High x 86mm Diameter, Black
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Adorama Slinger Filter Pouch "P", Holds 5x 86mm Round or 5x Square Filters,Black
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About Tamrac 5578 Expedition 8, Professional Photographic Backpack, Black. #557801

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I would recommend this to anyone

By Rick

What a great backpack, to bad it dosen't have wheels abd a handle.

A Great Backpack -- You'll like it too!!

By Chris

I've been very happy with this backpack. Plenty of room. So far, I have A Nikon D70s SLR, two lenses, a metz 45ct-1 flash, some filters, light meter, manuals, batteries, memory cards and if i'm traveling, there's plenty of room to pack card readers, cables, chargers and all the little odds and ends we all carry around. Someday I hope to add a 400mm f2.8 monster to my collection and I'll have the room when I do! I'm impressed with the quality and strength of costruction. The metal zippers on t...

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The Expedition 8 is Tamrac's largest backpack for carrying the most extensive collection of photo equipment. Dual "wing" pockets with water-resistant zippers organize and provide quick access to important accessories without disturbing your other gear. These "wing" pockets also feature Tamrac's patented Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries from ones that are used up. A tripod is cradled (centered and balanced) securely between these pockets with Tamrac's QuickClip tripod attachment system while the lower plastic-reinforced Tripod Foot Pocket holds two tripod legs secure.

A large front pocket with a water-resistant zipper holds a light jacket or extra gear. The main compartment is completely foam padded with numerous adjustable, foam-padded dividers to protect multiple pro-size digital or film SLRs, a full range of lenses, andflashes. A camera with a long zoom lens attached is suspended on two vertical, foam-padded dividers that are internally reinforced with rigid plastic. Restraint straps hold the lens firmly in place. Three Windowpane-Mesh pockets inside the front flap visibly organize filters, film and other accessories. A plastic, foam-padded platform in bottom provides shock protection while a LockDown rain flap protects the zipper from the elements.

The state-of-the-art harness system features Dual-Density Comfort Pads that provide maximum carrying comfort while Air Flow Channelshelp keep you cool and dry during extended use. The pack is also equipped with a BioCurve dual-pivoting waist belt to provide a wide range of adjustment. Cinch straps on the shoulder harness and waist belt, and an expandable sternum strap allow finer adjustments for maximum comfort. The harness also features "D" rings that accept Tamrac's optional backpack camera strap (Model N-11).

Strap Accessory System (S.A.S.) and Modular Accessory System (M.A.S.) attachment slots on the pack provide a convenient place tocarry Tamrac's optional M.A.S. and S.A.S. products (shown on right). Four SpiderTabs provide additional attachment points for expedition equipment or extra clothing.

Tamrac 5578 Expedition 8, Professional Photographic Backpack, Black. #557801 Features

  • Expedition size pack offers foam-padded protection & quick access to multiple SLRs, lenses, flash & accessories
  • Tamrac has completely redesigned its popular Expedition Series backpacks to set a new stands of quality, function & comfort
  • Besides their striking design, some unique highlights of the new backpacks include:
  • Wing Accessory Pockets to allow quick access to accessories.
  • Tamrac's exclusive Memory & Battery Management System (patent pending) that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries.
  • Dual-Foam Comfort Pads on the back cushion heavy loads and provide maximum carrying comfort.
  • Air Flow Channels that help keep you cool and dry.
  • QuickClip tripod attachment system with tripod foot pocket to accommodate a tripod centered and balanced on the pack.
  • Water resistant Zippers protect equipment and acessories
  • Contoured Shoulder Harness comfortably distributes the weight of a heavy pack
  • Compatible with Tamracs Modular Accessory System and Strap Accessory System

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What's in the box:

  • Adjustable, Foam Padded Dividers.