DIY camera bag

[Hawkmoon]

I already own a numer of bags, both shoulder and back-pack styles to carry and store my kit, however I have just got a Sigma 170 - 500mm to stick on the front of m 20D. For thse of you who own this lens you will know that when slung over your shoulder the zoom creeps out so you end up holding it horizontal. I wanted a bag to hold my camera and lens, with hood fitted which was lightweight and functional, but not a holster type. The wife was not impressed when I said I was going to spend a hundred odd quid on yet another bag, so I had to rethink. Remember this is just for carrying when out and about.

1) Went to TKMax and got a shoulder bag for under £10

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f82/amerrett/Bag.jpg


2) Got some foam from a old storage case in the garage and made an insert by wrapping in duck tape.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f82/amerrett/Insert.jpg

3) Drop into bag and hey-presto, a horizontal carrying bag for my 20D, 170 -500mm with hood attached for around £10.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f82/amerrett/Camera.jpg

Ok so its not a Billingham, but it suits the purpose.

[del69]

Great bit of DIY mate,i got mine from a wilkinsons store £5 :thumbs:

[Hawkmoon]

It does the job mate.

The strap was my main concern but this one is pretty robust.

[Venomator]

Nice one... :thumbs: ... you can't beat custom made at least you get what you really want and can't complain if it is not right... :D

AND you don't have to suffer the compromise most so-called gear bags offer... :suspect:






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