Choosing a camera Bag

Lauren Mey · July 10th, 2005, 08:50 PM

I would like to hear any pros and cons of camera bags for the dvx100a. I am most interested in finding out the opinions of Petrol and Kata bags. B&H is recommending the Kata Multi 60. All input is appreciated.

Lauren Mey · July 12th, 2005, 12:45 PM

I thought I'd try once more to get feedback from owners of different camera bags - before I buy 1. I'm considering the Kata mc 60, petrol bag, or porta brace. I know Porta Brace is the standard. Why is it worth the $? I'll be using it for a dvx100a. Thanks for all inpput!

Bruce Linden · July 12th, 2005, 12:51 PM

Kata, Porta Brace.... pretty much equal as far as camera protection. But one thing I do like about the Kata is the yellow interior. Especially if you have ever looked for a small item in the bottom of the case in a semi dark room.

That being said, I probably would let a major dollar difference influence me in the end. Key word being "major"

Frank Peterson · July 12th, 2005, 12:52 PM

I just bought a Petrol bag for my PD170 and really like it. It was well padded, easy to configure. I am new to video so I don't have an extensive background in the different brands, but this one seems durable, safe, and well made.

Lauren Mey · July 12th, 2005, 02:53 PM

Thanks for the feedback. If anyone else has any thoughts feel free to chime in.

Patrick Jenkins · July 12th, 2005, 08:17 PM

I bought a couple of 24 can soda cooler bags from Walmart ($14 each). I then bought some foam ($10ish) from JoAnns to custom fit the gear inside. As secure and sturdy as a camera bag and it doesn't scream HIGHEND CAM GEAR (STEAL PLEASE!).

:)

Boyd Ostroff · July 13th, 2005, 03:49 AM

This long thread is about a bag/case for the Sony Z1 (which is larger than a DVX-100a), but there's a lot of information which would apply to other cameras as well:

http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthread.php?t=39573

July 10th, 2005, 08:50 PM	#1
Lauren Mey New Boot Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 5	Choosing a camera Bag - advice please I would like to hear any pros and cons of camera bags for the dvx100a. I am most interested in finding out the opinions of Petrol and Kata bags. B&H is recommending the Kata Multi 60. All input is appreciated.

July 12th, 2005, 12:45 PM	#2
Lauren Mey New Boot Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 5	1 more time I thought I'd try once more to get feedback from owners of different camera bags - before I buy 1. I'm considering the Kata mc 60, petrol bag, or porta brace. I know Porta Brace is the standard. Why is it worth the $? I'll be using it for a dvx100a. Thanks for all inpput!

July 12th, 2005, 02:53 PM	#5
Lauren Mey New Boot Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 5	Thanks Thanks for the feedback. If anyone else has any thoughts feel free to chime in.

July 12th, 2005, 08:17 PM	#6
Patrick Jenkins Major Player Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Maryland, USA Posts: 382	I bought a couple of 24 can soda cooler bags from Walmart ($14 each). I then bought some foam ($10ish) from JoAnns to custom fit the gear inside. As secure and sturdy as a camera bag and it doesn't scream HIGHEND CAM GEAR (STEAL PLEASE!). :) __________________ PAL shooter in NTSC territory

July 12th, 2005, 12:51 PM	#3
Bruce Linden Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Port St Lucie FL Posts: 34	Kata, Porta Brace.... pretty much equal as far as camera protection. But one thing I do like about the Kata is the yellow interior. Especially if you have ever looked for a small item in the bottom of the case in a semi dark room. That being said, I probably would let a major dollar difference influence me in the end. Key word being "major"

July 12th, 2005, 12:52 PM	#4
Frank Peterson Regular Crew Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 26	I just bought a Petrol bag for my PD170 and really like it. It was well padded, easy to configure. I am new to video so I don't have an extensive background in the different brands, but this one seems durable, safe, and well made.

July 13th, 2005, 03:49 AM	#7
Boyd Ostroff Wrangler Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Mays Landing, NJ Posts: 11,787	This long thread is about a bag/case for the Sony Z1 (which is larger than a DVX-100a), but there's a lot of information which would apply to other cameras as well: http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthread.php?t=39573