Case Logic DCB-308 SLR Camera Sling (Black)

This was not the first camera bag I purchased. In fact, I started with another Case Logic sling by almost the same exact name:  Case Logic SLRC-205 SLR Camera Sling (Black) That was bad. If you want my full thoughts on that bag, you can read my review of it in full there, but in short, though I thought the build quality was EXCELLENT, the design turned out to be far less so. There was next to no usable storage in the bag, with the only available space being taken up by a tiny compartment for the camera itself, and one huge, wide open, oddly-shaped pocket that I would not want my stuff flopping around in--or worse yet--rubbing together in. I returned that bag to Amazon and sprang for the extra $6 to go with this model, the DCB-308. WHAT A DIFFERENCE. In fact, it boggles the mind that Case Logic makes both these bags. This one is so well thought out, you would honestly think it's from another company entirely. First, the size on this bag is certainly bigger than the other, but not a whole lot bigger. It's still significantly smaller than a regular backpack. The second thing I noticed about it is its ability to stand up on its own. The bottom of the bag is firm and flat, and the camera sits in the bottom of it, giving it a nice firm footing and allowing it to be stored in the most efficient space-saving way possible (the other bag just slumped into an unorganized pile when you set it down--not pretty). Inside the camera compartment, there is a cavernous space with plenty of room for my 7D (which is a big camera) and any relatively large lens attached. The compartment is divided with a system of semi-rigid dividers with velcro strips. These dividers also section off the bag from the other access areas and provide the bag's solid form. It doesn't feel like a plastic box covered in cloth, but it also doesn't just feel like a loose bag. It has a firm feel that inspires confidence that it will protect your gear and hold on to its good looks, but it also has some "give" to remind you that it is, in fact, a bag, and it won't hurt you to carry it around. In the very top of the bag, there is a zippered "door" to access what I call "the trunk." This compartment is roomy, deep, has a solid floor, and just BEGS you to put all your odds and ends in it: battery charger and spares, air puffer, cables, wireless...you name it. This compartment is just plain USEFUL. And it's situated perfectly. There's also a nice stiff handle right above the trunk to carry the bag when you're not going to sling it over your shoulder. Other pockets include a many-layered front flap big enough for an ipad (for size reference--I doubt I'll be carrying mine in there) with several pockets, flaps, zippered compartments, etc., and a small lens cap pocket (clearly designed just for that purpose). If you are a pro with many lenses you need to carry around everywhere, it still probably won't work for you and you will need to go with a full backpack or other bag. But if you're like me and want to be able to carry around a camera with one lens attached and 2-3 other lenses, and also have a convenient place to store all your camera accessories, I don't know if I could design a better bag. I'm that happy with it. --And as someone who has returned another bag in the search, you can trust I'm not one of those "loves whatever he has because he wants to prove to himself that it was a good decision" guys. This bag really is that good.One last note regarding comfort: This one feels a littel firmer on the back, which isn't a bad thing. Also, the secondary strap on this one seems better thought out than the other. On the other bag, the secondary strap was a belt strap, and it was too short for many people. It also did little/nothing to ease the burden. On this bag, the secondary strap comes up under your left arm and clips to the main strap right below your collarbone. This does two things VERY well: it locks the bag on your body to the point where it almost feels like a safety harness. It's very secure, but still comfortable. Secondly--and this is kind of a big deal--it gently pulls the main strap away from your neck/collarbone and prevents rubbing. I have no doubt I'll use it for that feature alone. Sling bags by design use the area between your shoulder and your neck as a stop to keep them in place. Sometimes after a little wear, that can start to feel a little too much like you're wearing a bag around your neck. This bag offers some relief in that way, where the other never could.If you happen to be on the fence at all between this bag and the SLRC-205, the choice is clear. Now for the embarrassing part: the biggest factor in choosing the other bag in the first place was looks. How silly is that? Well, as it turns out, pictures don't do this bag justice. It's actually very handsome in person.

This little bag is great!!!I currently carry my Canon t4i with kit and zoom lens (55-250), attached battery grip, huge goitos bulb, Otpech utility sling, battery charger, and cables in the camera compartment. I still have enough room to add a nifty-fifty or the 40mm pancake whenever I get it. Removing the bulb will allow for a flash, and maybe another stubby lens.The upper compartment (which was my main point of hesitation) is actually quite large and adjustable. you can move up or down into the camera bay. I found this rather interesting as I am able to expand the lower camera section about an inch or less depending on the configuration.The front pocket is rather tight and flat, so don't plan in putting lost of things here....it does carry a tablet (Asus TF101) perfectly as well as a notebook, a pen, and cleaning pen as well.Tripod, or more likely mono-pod configuration is ok at best. It maybe too cumbersome to carry anything given the size of the bag, but I'm chucking this to personal preference....I don't like to lug too many things.Most importantly it's very easy to carry and non-intrusive. I also have a Vivitar DKS-20, which can fit a 15.4 laptop, and a few more gadgets comfortably, but it is a big bag....you can't always get away without hitting things or people as you try to squeeze into tight places with it...the DCB-308 is quite slim for the amount it can carry.The only negative that I can raise is that the sling can only go over the left shoulder, which is the same shoulder I sling my Optech utility sling. I think it's a matter of getting used to it. My previous bag I could do either shoulder, I would use the bag on the right shoulder and the camera sling on the left, but again this is not a deal breaker.I will be posting pictures of my configuration soon. Overall very satisfied with the purchase!I would highly recommend this bag!!!!05/09/13 UPDATE______________________________________________________________________________I took the bag on my first trip since I got it and worked like a charm. I did find a flaw with the bag...the top compartment zipper opens from the "bottom" when you have the bag slung in front of you. Basically once you are wearing the bag on your back and you bring it forward to access the camera compartment (which should be facing up right now), the top compartment, which opens in a "c" form, opens from the bottoms side of the bag. This could be a problem if the top compartment is loaded. I was carrying ND filter kit in the mesh pocket on the top compartment, so I felt the need to be extra cautious when getting snacks out of the bag.This alone is not enough to take a star down, but maybe enough to deduct 1/2.I was able to carry everything that I needed and more form my trip in the Bahamas, and felt that the gear was well protected at all times while riding a scooter through the city.7/10/13 UPDATE____________________________________________________________________________I have to say that I really like the versatility of this bag. I use it several times a week, and still holding strong. I have to say that I am very impressed with the construction and weather proofing. We took our daughter to the zoo, and it rained 4 of the 5 hours we were there. I packed everything in the bag and put the weather cover on it, and during the 4 hour rain, the bag and all of it's contents remained dry.Recently took it to Disney World for the weekend with 9 lbs worth of gear (Canon T4i, 50mm f1.4, 35mm f2.0, Rokinon 8mm f3.5, and some misc gear in the top compartment) and as a person with lower back issues, I can honestly say this bag did not hurt my shoulders nor back during the two days were there.Overall you cannot get a better value than this bag!

Muito bem feita, tanto no design quando nos materiais

Been looking for a sling style camera bag to fit my gear... looked at a lot of other camera bags and decided on this Case Logic mainly based on all the positive reviews I have read and the gear that I have. Well constructed with durable zippers and lots of pockets for all my gear. I am able to pack my Nikon D7500 with a Tamron 18-400mm lens attached and a 35mm prime lens and 10-24mm wide angle into the well padded main area. I also have neoprene covers for my lenses... all of them are in place on the lenses. In the other main compartment.... where the rain hood is stored, I am able to store the three lens hoods and battery charger. A tripod can be attached to the side of the bag too. If your a beginner or enthusiast who doesn't really plan on having a lot of lenses (or gear), this bag is for you.

Este producto lo compre para regalo a mi esposa que se dedica a la fotografía... le gusto mucho ya que en ella guarda todos su equipo de primera mano y le agrado lo practica que es y las múltiples bolsas que tiene, es de muy buen material y buenos acabados.Es un muy buen producto y su precio me parece que es muy accesible.

一眼レフデビューしました。子供の運動会や、旅行等外出先での使用目的で購入しました。初めてのカメラ用バックですが、バックを下ろさずカメラを出せたり、カメラ用品があちこちに収納できるスペースがあって、とても便利かと思います。耐久性はこれから使ってみてからなので、分かりません。

Case Logic est une des principales marques d'accessoires chez les photographes, même si elle est moins renommée que Lowepro par exemple.J'attendais beaucoup de ce sac en le commandant, car après avoir essayé un Lowepro équivalent qui ne m'avait pas convenu, j'étais pressé de comparer avec ce modèle.Ce sac est un vraiment un modèle excellent en tous points. Je ne connais pas trop la marque mais si tous leurs accessoires sont de qualité identique, ça vaut à mes yeux clairement la concurrence "haut de gamme", à un prix pourtant plus abordable.Mes observations :+ Le choix des matières, la solidité des coutures et attaches, chaque détail de ce sac montre qu'il a clairement été fabriqué pour durer, et être utilisé intensivement sans crainte.+ Le sac est très compact et léger, facilement transportable. Le système des sac "sling" change des sacs à dos classiques : il n'y a qu'une bretelle très confortable et rembourrée qui se porte en diagonale. Il est ainsi possible de pivoter le sac du dos vers l'avant et d'accéder directement à la poche de l'appareil : ultra rapide et pratique, j'adore. On sort puis range son appareil en quelques secondes grâce à ce système. Quand on a tout ranger et qu'on se déplace, une petite sangle supplémentaire avec une boucle vient se clipser perpendiculairement à la bretelle pour éviter au sac de pivoter involontairement.+ Les différentes poches sont extrêmement bien pensées et réparties dans le volume qu'offre le sac. Il n'y a qu'au final qu'une seule et unique grande poche centrale, avec un séparateur permettant de le "couper" en deux en partie haute / partie basse. La partie haute vous permettra de ranger quelques affaires via une ouverture par le haut, et la partie basse, contenant à son tour d'autre séparateurs modulables fixés par scratch, permettra de bien ranger votre reflex et des accessoires, moyennant une large poche d'accès latérale. Cette poche d'accès s'ouvre donc sur le côté et permet un accès facile à tout son matériel sans avoir à enlever son sac. A l'avant du sac, on retrouve une petit poche plate pour ranger téléphone, clés, stylos et autres babioles.1 petite sangle avec boucle sur le côté du sac en haut permet de fixer un petit trépied qui sera fixé à l'extérieur du sac. Leurs pieds pourront s'enfiler dans une petite poche latérale sur le côté en bas.L'ouverture supérieure possède aussi une petite poche filet contenant un sur-sac étanche qui permettra de garder vos affaires au sec si vous vous faites surprendre par la pluie : bien pensé et pratique, il se sort, se met en place puis se range en un instant.En bref, Case Logic nous montre qu'il maîtrise son sujet avec un sac pour lequel j'ai bien été incapable de trouver la moindre critique.Un plaisir et un confort à l'usage, je le recommande à tous ceux qui veulent disposer de leur appareil partout et n'ont pas beaucoup d'affaires autres à emmener.