Best small size camera bag?

[cotsford]

Hi all,

Just received my camera today and very excited to try it out. I think I have all the gear I need except a good camera bag. Seeing as this camera is tiny (compared to what I had before, which is at least 8 years old so I was totally amazed at seeing how small cameras are now), I was wondering if anyone has had some good experience with a small camera bag. I'd like something that mostly just holds the camera and maybe an extra tape and battery.

Any suggestions?

- Michael

[marshallarts]

i'm very much liking my Lowepro 140 bag although I'm wishing I may have gotten the 160 because I plan on leaving the WD-H43 adapter on it and want a light and mic and think the extra room would benefit me.

[Michael Hackney]

I got the Canon SC2000, mainly, because I wanted something with the Canon name on it, but I totally love it! Some may say it's a bit too big for the camera, but i don't think so, because I need the extra room for the cables and extra dv tapes and batteries, so everything ends up perfect, plus i think it looks really cool and has a nice orange inside...

[24Peter]

I just got one of these. Perfect for HV20 with the wide angle adapter and Azden SMX-10/Rode SM3 combo: http://item.express.ebay.com/_W0QQitemZ7601389404QQcmdZExpressItem
But it looks like I got the last one from this guy. Send him an email - he may be able to get more or search for one on-line.

Edit: Looks like the same bag: http://item.express.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ExpressItem&item=320104423611&FROM_MERCHANDISING=1

[Vicne]

I personally chose the LowePro Rezo 120 AW (http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Shoulder_Bags/allWeather/Rezo_120_AW.aspx). I find it much smaller in reality than the impression their photos give. I can put the HV20 vertically, held in place with the removable separator, and it leaves space next to it for a few tapes, charger and cable (and maybe one day a the wide angle lens :-)).

Vicne.

[Kraven]

i'm very much liking my Lowepro 140 bag although I'm wishing I may have gotten the 160 because I plan on leaving the WD-H43 adapter on it and want a light and mic and think the extra room would benefit me.

Hi Marshall...there are several models using those numbers...can you specify which one you have and like?

[Kraven]

I personally chose the LowePro Rezo 120 AW (http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Shoulder_Bags/allWeather/Rezo_120_AW.aspx). I find it much smaller in reality than the impression their photos give. I can put the HV20 vertically, held in place with the removable separator, and it leaves space next to it for a few tapes, charger and cable (and maybe one day a the wide angle lens :-)).

Vicne.

Vicne, do you find this bag too small for the HV20 or is it fine for your needs? I'm asking based on your comment that it seems smaller in reality vs. the photos of it...thanks!

[Vicne]

Vicne, do you find this bag too small for the HV20 or is it fine for your needs?
No, it exactly suits my needs.

I'm asking based on your comment that it seems smaller in reality vs. the photos of it...thanks!
Sorry if I wasn't clear. As the topic is about "small size camera bag", I thought the official pics made it seem rather big, though it isn't really.
Here are some pics of how I set it up.

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/9713/img2533smlhn9.th.jpg (http://img339.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img2533smlhn9.jpg)

http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/7457/img2535smlod7.th.jpg (http://img175.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img2535smlod7.jpg)

http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/2531/img2536smlnz9.th.jpg (http://img517.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img2536smlnz9.jpg)

Here, the main compartment stores the camera itself, the charger and its cables, plus USB, composite and component cables, and I'm confident I can put the wide angle lens on top (or removing some less-needed cables if needed). Two tapes also fit in the smaller pocket.

Kind regards,

Vicne

[Chrisman!]

This info was really helpful- just ordered the 140+ :hv20-smilie77:

[Kraven]

Vicne, great pictures you posted, thanks so much! I ordered a Rezo 120 tonite based on your assistance. That's all I need, a bag to hold the bare necessities for now....this should work real well. Thanks again for taking the time to post those pictures!

[Vicne]

Vicne, great pictures you posted, thanks so much! I ordered a Rezo 120 tonite based on your assistance. That's all I need, a bag to hold the bare necessities for now....this should work real well. Thanks again for taking the time to post those pictures!
You're welcome.
Hope you'll enjoy your bag :-)
Vicne

[marshallarts]

Kraven, sorry for missing your earlier question to me. I see you already ordered a bag but for the record I was referring to the LowePro 140 Edit being a little too small for my needs. I since have upgraded to the LowePro 160 Edit.

[Stoney]

If you REALLY want a small, minimalistic bag, try the Lowepro Edit 110. I was using it for my Sony HC-96 (a decent bit smaller cam). The HV20 surprisingly fits laying on its side. Won't fit cables and many accessories in it though. You can fit a couple tapes, a wall charger, and a spare battery and that's about it.

I'm looking to get one a bit bigger though... probably the Rezo 120 AW or Edit 140 that were mentioned above.

[marshallarts]

For the record I want to add to this thread that I really like my LowePro Edit 160 bad I recently got to replace my Edit 140. At first I thought I made a mistake, it was bigger and the Edit 140 is the perfect size for this if you don't plan to carry all the additional stuff along (i.e. component cables, wide-angle adapter, filters) but still want extra room for some tapes, batteries and other goodies.

Now that I have the WD-H43 and leave it on 24/7 and plan on getting an external mic, I think I made the right choice. There is still plenty of additional room for other stuff and the bag really isn't that big and hasn't been an issue.

I would recommend the LowePro Edit 160 for anyone who wants to carry their HV20 everywhere along with a good deal of accessories. Bare bones only, the Edit 140 still allowed extra room for tapes, batteries, and a filter or two

[ardo]

Have you found the 160 to be that much bigger than 140? Here's the comparison fromt eh Lowepro site:

Edit 140
10.43 (W) x 6.5 (D) x 7.09 (H) inches
26.5 (W) x 16.5 (D) x 19 (H) cm

Edit 140+
10.43 (W) x 6.5 (D) x 7.09 (H) inches
26.5 (W) x 16.5 (D) x 18 (H) cm

Edit 160
11.02 (W) x 6.69 (D) x 9.06 (H)
28 (W) x 17 (D) x 23 (H) cm

I'm looking at the Edit 140+, it comes with an extra bottom compartment for cables & such.

[marshallarts]

Here's a much over-thought explanation of my decision process.

It's hard to put it. But the Edit 140 felt like the perfect size for "just" the camera basics. And it's a small bag that is not intrusive and sits nice on your hip. But it's just too small for any extra goodies. The 140+ takes care of needing a place to store your video cables. But still, the 140 or the 140+ is just too small for any camera extras except *maybe* the wide-adapter. But that would be a tight fit leaving no room for anything else.

The 140+ is pretty much the same idea as the 160 only in the 140 size--in that the 140+ has a bottom compartment to hold stuff. In the 160 that compartment is included in the main area of the bag but separated by a removable, adjustable, Velcro shelf that works well. What appears to be a downside at first (since it doesn't have a zipper making the bottom area accessible other then through the top, requiring you to move the top layer of stuff out of the way) is actually a good thing because you can adjust the shelf or take the separator out completely giving you a larger bag or at least one custom to your needs. In the end you may only use such a compartment for cables anyhow so why not put it at the bottom separated by a shelf, you don't need to get it that much anyhow.

The 160 when you look at it, dimensions aside, it appears to have a substantial amount of more space inside though it's really not much bigger. After having the 140 for almost a month then getting the 160 at first I thought i'd miss how small and easy the 140 was to carry. Truth is the 160 really isn't that much bigger and I got used to it very quickly and it definitely has more space. I'm very happy going with it even if I didn't plan on getting a mic or light to necessitate the bigger bag.

[crewe1000]

I definitely recommend the SC2000 as well. Just got it and there are lots of little nooks and crannies to hold bits in which is very useful.

[Diggadonkey]

Hey folks, I've been carefully evaluating all my small camera bag options, and came upon a bag by KATA. It's the KT C-56 camera case.
http://www.kata-bags.com/Item.asp?pid=231&cid=66&perentId=1&ProdLine=1
I discovered it at a local professional camera supply house. I must say, if you're looking for a compact, yet functional bag, it's perfect for the HV20. It's also built extremely well- very sturdy, yet has enough room for the camera and an extra lens and other goodies. I've seen KATA products before, and they really know how to build high quality bags that can really protect your gear- even if the bag gets battered around alot. If I get a chance I'll take a pic of mine with the HV20 inside etc.

[ardo]

This should be fine for just the HV20, but I'm concerned about having room to grow, so to speak. I'm seriously thinking about Lowepro Nova 3AW and Nova 4AW, these can be had for $52 & $55 respectively from e-bay. I bought several smallish bags over the past 8 years, only to find out that my 12-year-old bag was the only one capable of fitting everything I need to carry around.

[Diggadonkey]

Yes ardo, the KATA C-56 is not the right bag for someone who wants something they can grow into. It won't handle much more beyond the camera, a WA lens, a spare battery, power supply, a few tapes. But that's exactly what I want- a very low profile, narrow-waist hugging, sturdy bag that can handle just that stuff and no more. It's a tight fit, but I really want as small a bag as I can get away with that can still really protect the camera.

[BarnOwl]

I just recieved the National Geographic NG-2343 Earth Explorer small shoulder bag. I Like it a lot! Well made, well protected with internal rain covering, plenty of space and doesn't look like the average camera bag:

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/41WDX2QdOSL._SS400_.jpg

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/41NQK6HjgLL._SS400_.jpg

You get it for 60 dollars in webshops and Ebay........:hv20-smilie77:

[Stoney]

Anyone using the LowePro Edit 120+ on here?

Looking to fit just the camera itself, maybe two tapes, an extra battery, and the wall charger. No other accessories or cables needed in the main part of the bag.

Will this work or do I need to go with the Edit 140+?

[Mal]

I like that National Geographic bag; nice one!

[Diggadonkey]

Stoney,
Seriously consider the KATA bag I mentioned above.
http://www.kata-bags.com/Item.asp?pid=231&cid=66&perentId=1&ProdLine=1

It's really compact and will do EXACTLY what you want. Plus it's really durable. I'm really happy with mine.

no, really. :hv20-smilie77:

[sp8ce07]

Stoney,
Seriously consider the KATA bag I mentioned above.
http://www.kata-bags.com/Item.asp?pid=231&cid=66&perentId=1&ProdLine=1

It's really compact and will do EXACTLY what you want. Plus it's really durable. I'm really happy with mine.

no, really. :hv20-smilie77:

Can you take some pictures of this camera? Opened, with the HV20 inside, etc. I'm probably going to make a decision in t-minus 48 hours and the Kata is high on my list! Thanks!

[Diggadonkey]

Can you take some pictures of this camera? Opened, with the HV20 inside, etc. I'm probably going to make a decision in t-minus 48 hours and the Kata is high on my list! Thanks!
I will post some pics tomorrow am.

[sp8ce07]

thanks! I will hold off my purchase until then.

[Diggadonkey]

Ok, here's a bunch of pics of my Kata bag.... enjoy! (just click 'em to enlarge)

[Diggadonkey]

2 more pics...

I hope these help with your decision.

[sp8ce07]

I just lost all the questions I was going to ask.

Does it fit the AC adapter pretty easily?

Does the bag suggest a specific way to put the camcorder inside? up or sideways?

How is the special plastic bag that is comes with? Heat reflecting and water repellent.

Do you see yourself needing something large in the future? The compartment looks kind of small. You only seem to have room with a lense in the side of it when it is up and down.

[Diggadonkey]

AC adapter fits in back pocket (snugly), or you can put it in main compartment.
There's nothing specified for camera orientation in the bag. There's a removable divider available. If you lay the camera in the bottom, you can throw more stuff on top of it, but I prefer the camera oriented vertically.

The protective bag (elements cover) is reversible- keeps heat out or keeps water out.

This is definitely a minimalist's bag. But that's why I like it. It's also very durable and well padded. It will fit the camera, an extra lens, batteries, a couple tapes and the ac adapter- that's about it. I actually never carry the ac adapter in the bag- I stick the optional battery charger in the back pocket (see last picture). I have another larger bag that I could use if I needed to carry more stuff, but I wanted something that was very compact and easy to carry for travel.

[moira]

I only wanted a bag to carry the basics ie camcorder,tapes and batteries. The rest of the gear I'd leave in the hotel or home etc. I ended up buying a Case Logic TBC5 . Its perfect . I don't like the camera bags that are rigid and bulge out ,they get in the way when I'm shopping for a bargain.:) This case would even fit inside a casual shoulder bag if I wanted it to be unobtrusive as its quite narrow,no way will a lowepro go inside a shopping bag as such.The main compartment has a padded divider for the camera and the wideangle lens I'm starting to think about:hv20-smilie84:

[stactum]

If you REALLY want a small, minimalistic bag, try the Lowepro Edit 110. I was using it for my Sony HC-96 (a decent bit smaller cam). The HV20 surprisingly fits laying on its side. Won't fit cables and many accessories in it though. You can fit a couple tapes, a wall charger, and a spare battery and that's about it.

I'm looking to get one a bit bigger though... probably the Rezo 120 AW or Edit 140 that were mentioned above.


I decided to go with Lowepro Edit110!

Before that I bought from Sears (on sale now, btw) Lowepro Edit 140, Lowepro Edit 110, Lowepro EX 120, and CaseLogic TBC5 and here what I have to say about them:

1. Lowepro Edit 140 - a little bigger than other bags, you can fit camera, tapes, lenses, charger, battery, whatever you want. I wasn't able to fix camera tight in it. Felt too big for me, I am one of the guys who doesn't want to carry a suitcase all the time.

2. Lowepro EX 120 - good size, can fit camera, charger, battery, 4-6 tapes. Very nice bag but still a little big for my taste.

3. CaseLogic TBC5 - this is the bag I wanted to keep; I had 5 tapes, wall charger, battery, HDMI cable, camera, remote in it. It felt good, neither big nor small.

4. Lowepro Edit 110 - this bag isn't big at all, I can fit only camera (what sit very tight in it and I like it), 2 tapes, wall charger and battery, but it is small and that is what I need.

[Kroot]

Anyone considered Lowerpro Slingshot 100?

[sp8ce07]

I bought a Kata C-59 bag. It's 88 at Amazon, with free two day shipping with Amazon Prime. I'll try and post thoughts, features, looks, and some pictures when I get it on Wednesday.

[NurburgRinger]

3. CaseLogic TBC5 - this is the bag I wanted to keep; I had 5 tapes, wall charger, battery, HDMI cable, camera, remote in it. It felt good, neither big nor small.



this is very similar to a bag I just picked up at RadioShack for $9.95, after I had already ordered this Samsonite bag from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Samsonite-Journey-Camcorder-Most-Camcorders/dp/B0000775AA/ref=sr_1_1/104-0224751-0858345?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1182272428&sr=8-1

The Radio-shack bag (can't remember brand) is quite nicely sized with pockets and space for a bunch of little accessories, but the shoulder strap is pretty weak so I'll replace that with a quality one.
Looked at Kata's and Lowes, but just can't justify the 75$+ prices.

Kurt

[PWHerman]

this is very similar to a bag I just picked up at RadioShack for $9.95, after I had already ordered this Samsonite bag from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Samsonite-Journey-Camcorder-Most-Camcorders/dp/B0000775AA/ref=sr_1_1/104-0224751-0858345?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1182272428&sr=8-1

The Radio-shack bag (can't remember brand) is quite nicely sized with pockets and space for a bunch of little accessories, but the shoulder strap is pretty weak so I'll replace that with a quality one.
Looked at Kata's and Lowes, but just can't justify the 75$+ prices.

Kurt

Just got that Samsonite bag you linked to...it's a lot smaller than I thought it would be (in a good way). Fits everything I need it to snugly. Nice bag, good brand, cheap price.

[encendido5]

I ended up going with this one:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp;jsessionid=QBPBBT42QPXVZKC4D3MVAGI?sku Id=8277946&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat49300050004&id=1171671629018

It's small enough that I don't mind carrying it everywhere, but large enough to fit the camcorder, battery charger, 2 extra batteries, 4 minidv tapes, and the camcorder remote. There also seems to be room for the camcorder to go in with an external lens attached.

[coralmine]

marshallarts ,

Can you please post some pictures on the lowepro Rezo 140 aw?

Thanks

[pascalbrown]

Has no one looked into getting a peli case? Something like the 1200?

[Hoary]

After long research I ended up buying the Lowepro Nova 1AW.

I took one of the internal dividers out and used another one horizontally - making a "double decker" bag. The depth of the bag (4") is exact fit and the width (7.75") is accommodate the HV20 with the hood installed ($14 hood is from ebay). The "first floor" can be used for the charger, tapes and other accessories. The height of the bag (6.5") makes each level ~3" high.

The Lowepro EX160 is exact same in internal dimensions, but I like the quality of the Nova bags better.

[davidbailey]

I just recieved the National Geographic NG-2343 Earth Explorer small shoulder bag. I Like it a lot! Well made, well protected with internal rain covering, plenty of space and doesn't look like the average camera bag:

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/41WDX2QdOSL._SS400_.jpg

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/41NQK6HjgLL._SS400_.jpg

You get it for 60 dollars in webshops and Ebay........:hv20-smilie77:

The National Geographic range includes some really good looking bags for those with a bit of style wanting to be different. They're also more versatile for when you need to pack more than just your camera gear. I'm not sure about telling tall and sundry what I'm carrying on my shoulder so ruled out anything with CANON emblazoned across it, or even the big name luggage brands. But most no-name generic bags look a bit "street market" quality so this NatGeo bag really is refreshing stuff. The only point I would add is that BarnOwl's bottom picture is actually of the more expensive) BG2475 MEDIUM Shoulder Bag (not the NG2343 SMALL Shoulder bag) - not his fault, Amazon have got it wrong too. Actually, when open it looks like this:
http://members.aol.com/lilrebpic/photocopix/natgeosmshoulderbagopen
I'm just wondering if it's big enough as the Medium does have a tad more space for the matching Harrison Ford hat!

[newb]

Hi all,

I like the look of the National Geographic bag but I believe it (the small version) is too small for me as I want something to hold not only my camera, tapes, batteries/charger, cables, but also room for an external mic/shock mount (perhaps Rode Videomic) which I believe is too long for the bag based on the given dimensions. Perhaps the "medium" version of this bag would be big enough, but it's also the better part of a C-note.

Would love to hear the bag choices made by those using their bag to hold the items mentioned above. One with a belt loop would be nice, but maybe none of the bags large enough to hold all this would have a belt loop?

[Worley]

If anybody lives near one of the Jessops stores that are closing down, you may be able to find a good back there at half price.

My branch in Bromley, Kent, has hundreds of bags. I picked up a sturdy leather-effect Vivanco one for just £2.50 It's well padded, lots of pockets, fits the HV20 perfectly, and even came with a DV tape and battery for a Sharp camcorder (which shall be ebayed).

There are other makes available in a range of materials and sizes. None was over £16.

[BarnOwl]

I'm just wondering if it's big enough as the Medium does have a tad more space for the matching Harrison Ford hat!

I just hauled this bag over the beaches and cliffs of Normandy after a holiday in France and she is a tuff little bag. One of the features I like most (Except for the looks) is the rain/dust cover that you can zip close.

I have plenty of room for the HV20 with the lens hood on, HD6600 wide angle in the box, 3 spare batteries, 5 spare tapes, power adapter, cables, extra battery charger, filters and a lot more.
It is really well made with great quality. So far I like it a lot!

Here's some pictures I made to show the proportions: (Click for larger versions)

[zephyrnoid]

Along with numerous other larger photo luggage, this 20 year old bag has become the HV20's new home. I may substitute the Lowepro Edit 160, since my old delux convertible is really home to the CP5K still photo gear.
http://www.tamrac.com/706_lrg.htm
For what it's worth, Tamrac has served me for 20 years. I have yet to see a single stitch come appart and this one has been in the high Alps many many times!

[Worley]

Zephyrnoid, I just buoght someting remarkably similar in Jessops (UK) for £7.50 (closing down price). My bag has no name on, but is canvas, with pockets in the same position as yours, two internal dividers. What really makes it useful though, is that the external pockets are cleverly affixed using flaps and velcro, so you can remove them and wear them like a belt.

I'll try to take some pictures later.

The internal dimensions are generous enough for me to store two HV20s and a 35mm adapter. Yet, a little rearrangement allows for a still snug fit for a single HV20.

Very neat.

[Halo]

If you want a small case that will do for short trips that can just squeeze in another battery the Sony LCS VAC Soft case is perfect (I have a lens hood attached and it fits.)

[Worley]

Here's the bag I've bought from Jessops. The blue parts are quite ugly, but the bag is good with plenty of pockets and padding.

The bag:
http://hv20.info/yopu/bag1.jpg

Inside:
http://hv20.info/yopu/bag2.JPG

The detachable belt with pockets:
http://hv20.info/yopu/bag3.JPG

Not bad for £7.50!

[jmorton]

I had an instructor two months ago and she recommended Target, KMART or Walmart in the back-to-school section for a nice cheap variety of bags and backpacks to choose from. She said you'll most likely find anything you might need in a camera bag right there.

[zephyrnoid]

Damn that's reasonably priced! Nice luggage to boot. Well done on that.
I'm actually going crazy trying to decide what to do. I have tons of stuff here with me already, just trying to select the right bag to match the location workflow. I also just came up with a solution that allows me to carry my HV20 kit in one of my Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon backpacks. They are amazing packs BUT for the fact that they leak rainwater like a downspout and offer little shock mitigation! Check out thier selections and please beg them to drenchproof thier luggage if you would. :hv20-smilie81:
Http://www.maxpedition.com


Zephyrnoid, I just buoght someting remarkably similar in Jessops (UK) for £7.50 (closing down price). My bag has no name on, but is canvas, with pockets in the same position as yours, two internal dividers. What really makes it useful though, is that the external pockets are cleverly affixed using flaps and velcro, so you can remove them and wear them like a belt.

I'll try to take some pictures later.

The internal dimensions are generous enough for me to store two HV20s and a 35mm adapter. Yet, a little rearrangement allows for a still snug fit for a single HV20.

Very neat.

[zephyrnoid]

Looks like Plano Molding has a tidy solution for waterproof run & gun HV20 packing.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/zephyrnoid/Plano_sml.jpg
Here are some old pics with my favorite Camera bag, that is now the new soft luggage for the HV20
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v226/zephyrnoid/PixonHigh.jpg

[funlvr1965]

For the record I want to add to this thread that I really like my LowePro Edit 160 bad I recently got to replace my Edit 140. At first I thought I made a mistake, it was bigger and the Edit 140 is the perfect size for this if you don't plan to carry all the additional stuff along (i.e. component cables, wide-angle adapter, filters) but still want extra room for some tapes, batteries and other goodies.

Now that I have the WD-H43 and leave it on 24/7 and plan on getting an external mic, I think I made the right choice. There is still plenty of additional room for other stuff and the bag really isn't that big and hasn't been an issue.

I would recommend the LowePro Edit 160 for anyone who wants to carry their HV20 everywhere along with a good deal of accessories. Bare bones only, the Edit 140 still allowed extra room for tapes, batteries, and a filter or two



Im taking a serious look at this bag since I also want to carry a little bit extra while on my trip, I plan on putting in the bare essentials in the bag to take on the plane and then while im on my trip then add the accessories inside the bag to carry so my question is, will this bag be able to fit underneath the seat in front of me or will I have to put it in the overhead bin? Im aiming for something that I can use that will carry my camera, wideangle lens attached to the camera and still fit under the seat in front of me

[maryjo]

for good looks, you can't beat the Crumpler. Available on line and Circuit City. It looks like a regular bag -- won't draw unnecessary attention from thieves.

[dewde]

for good looks, you can't beat the Crumpler. Available on line and Circuit City. It looks like a regular bag -- won't draw unnecessary attention from thieves.

I second this! I have 4 different Crumpler bags. http://www.crumplerbags.com

Chris

[BarnOwl]

OMG! I love that Crumpler website! Original and very funny!

[DaFireMedic]

I seem to be having trouble finding a reasonably priced bag that I feel comfortable putting the Rode Videomic in along with the HV20 and basic accessories.

Anyone find something they like?

[Magnus]

Hi
First post. I've ordered this camera and I'm trying to decide on which bag to get. The only thing I've bought that takes up much space is a lens hood. Will it fit in the Lowepro Rezo 120 AW? Other recommendations?

[grinchy]

I was looking for the bare minimum size. HV20. 1 tape. Extra battery. Two filters or wide angle.

Got the Kenneth Cole Reaction "R-tech" Model 554585. Exterior 7" x 5" x 3.75"., though the 3.75 is clearly wrong. The bag has a footprint just smaller than the user manual in all directions. Best Buy $30. It is black with charcoal gray piping. A general "rounded look". Front and back are lycra, top bottom and sides are cordura.

It is about the same size as the Lowepro Edit 110, but has a much easier to access double zipper (single pull) top flap that opens up the entire main compartment. The top flap tab has top and bottom velcro at the end, so in areas where you are putting the cam in and out a lot you don't even have to have the zipper closed and it's plenty secure, very neat.

The main compartment fits the camera strap side up, with about 1 inch to spare long ways (room for a compact digcam or a couple tapes or a filter or two). Has about an inch or more on top, where a detachable extra pocket is located on the bottom of the lid. Snug in width dimensions. Has a full length outer pocket for the other stuff.

I don't know how big the Canon wide angle lens is, but I got the closeout Konica/Minolta mentioned in another thread (in shipping), and think it will fit.

http://www.ebags.com/products/index.cfm?modelid=82287&sourceid=GOOGFEED01

[overthebars]

Just bought the LowePro "Rezo 140 AW". The dimensions on the website seemed to allow for a tight fit for the HV20, and room for the necessary accessories (Battery, Charging Cord, Microphone, a couple of tapes). I put everthing in it tonight when it arrived and I am VERY pleased with this case... compact size, plenty of room, high quality construction. The dimensions are: 8.75" wide, 4.1" deep, 7.1" tall. Here are a couple of pics....

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q207/bsufbfan/Rezo140AWfront.jpg

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q207/bsufbfan/Rezo140AWinside.jpg

[JustRewind]

This is the bag I ordered from Amazon

http://g-ec2.images-amazon.com/images/I/41oW3QgCMNL._AA280_.jpg (http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Backpack-200EG-Cameras-Greenish/dp/B00009R6TA)

Here are pics of my bag

[birdmans]

I use the Crumpler Sinking Barrage.

I got this bag as it is great for backpacking, where as the shoulder bags are a little uncomfortable after a few kilometers especially if you pack a lot in.

The bag holds my HV20, spare batteries, tapes, recharge pack, cables as well as my macbook (I've got to edit on something).

As mentioned earlier, it doesn't look like your usual camera bag so it doesn't draw attention to itself. I managed to get through Central America without any problems at all.

[hva146]

I use the lowepro nova mini AW for my HV20. I also bring along Wideang.lens, AC charger, 4tapes, 2spare batteries, firewirecable, 12v charger. I'ts very compact and easy to carry along on my trips.:hv20-smilie03:

hva146
norway

[manvscamcorder]

i bought a north face sport hiker waistpack to hold my hv20, spare batteries, tapes, digital camera, and pda phone. Its not too big not too small, and also it comes with a shoulder strap too.

http://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:I6gbioXSv-YBFM:http://www.paragonsports.com/Paragon/images/small/5010-aj4v_black_sm.jpg

[manvscamcorder]

i bought a north face sport hiker waistpack to hold my hv20, spare batteries, tapes, digital camera, and pda phone. Its not too big not too small, and also it comes with a shoulder strap too.

[grieven]

has anyone or can someone post pics of the hv20 in the lowepro edit 160? the closest thing i can find to what it looks like inside is a diagram:
http://www.lowepro.com/Products/Shoulder_Bags/designed_digital/Edit_160.aspx

i'll need to be able to fit my hv20, Rode VideoMic, WD-H43 WA lens, extra batteries, tapes, charger, camera bracket, and video lamp.

i just bought the camcorder and am busy accumulating the rest of the goodies. i'd like to make sure whatever bag i get has enough space for all that stuff, protects the gear well, and is comfortable to carry, water resistant, and stylish to boot!

i like the look of the tamrac 706, but it's a little rich for my blood. i'm worried most of the other bags mentioned in this thread would be too small for my needs.

[HalD]

This is about as minimalist as you can get and still have the camera in a bag. It is the M-rock Niagara bag. It has room for the camera with a lens hood. A cleaning cloth inside the lid, one extra tape and a spare BP-2L13 battery in the front zipper pocket. There is also the rain jacket for the bag stored in the bottom of the front pocket.
cheers

[manvscamcorder]

i use a north face sport hiker waistpack to store my hv20, extra batteries. tapes, my pda phone, and digi camera with plenty of room to spare.

[Jake Ironshirt]

I picked up a Case Logic TBC-6 at Kmart. Zipper top lift with a buckle, holds the HV20, wide angle and RodeVid mic. extra pockets for gear.

[amigomatt]

Lowepro Rezo 110 AW - Very small and light, can carry camera, a couple of tapes and batteries and possibly a charger at a squeeze. Still, very compact.

[huggster]

I just received Lowepro rezo 160 AW ... fantastic bag ... but my rode videomic I just got is too big for it!
Got slightly confused by rezo 160 and edit 160, whoops!