Backpack for a Field Cam

[bobc]

An outside the box (pack) thought is using something like a bicycle messenger's satchel...

When traveling with the 4x5, a couple of lenses (with boards), filters and film holders, these work great! It provides easy access to everything, lies flat (think regional jet stowage) and by laying it on the ground when photographing, the opened cover serves as a clean surface to lay stuff on.

I have this one which I love because it's padded, has tons of nooks and crannies and pockets, is comfortable and makes you look like everyone else on the street instead of someone with expensive photo equipment. I have OR pouches to put the lenses in and wrap the camera in the dark cloth...

http://www.kathmandu.co.nz/Packs_&_L...is_Bag_v3.html

Cheers,
-bob

[ki6mf]

Adorama makes the Adorama Joe Farace Reporter II backpack with a 17" laptop section and a front pocket. I use it with my Shen Hao 4X5 and Nikon digital. I Put film holders in my checked luggage and it keep the expensive gear as carry on. Current cost is $79.00 so this is a bargain. I have photobackpacker gear and when I need carry on luggage use the Adorama Photo Back pack.

http://www.adorama.com/GBRBK.html