Comments about IDX IDX Universal Field Production Bag.:

This bag is made by Cinebags and is an exact clone of their production bags. Given the popularity of these bags with Camera Assistant's, I thought I'd give it a go. I work as a 1st AC on film / TV shoots.

The first thing to go was the shoulder strap. The O rings can't keep any strap on without splitting and making your bag fall to the ground when on the move. It happened to me whilst crossing a busy road. Newer Cinebags have been re-designed with note taken to this rediculous flaw.

Within 3-4 months of regular use, velcro was starting to peel off, seams were starting to split, zippers needed re-stitching and within 6 months, it needed a lot of work for it to remain in a useable condition. It's not really an ideal height for clapper boards or other charts to be carried in without then being taken apart or bent up. The long side pocket is pretty useless other than for paper work.

For those in the market for similar use in similar environments, this bag cannot handle the abuse. I would strongly recommend Area 51's bag's instead as this is what it had replaced and lasted me 4 years.

Comments about IDX IDX Universal Field Production Bag.:

Extremely versatile bag, I use it to hold my dvx100 and associated gear. One bag carries it all. I love it and wouldn't trade it for anything.