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SEPTEMBER 2010 Day Three
world of imaging
2010
Bag it up!
T
here is a fascinating range of camera
bags, camera cases, travel bags,
duffel bags with dedicated camera
and accessory compartments, exhibited at
the Photokina stalls. Most top-notch bag
and accessory manufacturing companies
are present here. Consumers are making
a beeline to these exhibitors, some to
browse, purchase or simply learn more
about the products.
It’s difcult to miss the Manfrotto booth.
Besides an impressive line-up of tripods at
this Photokina, their whole range of camera
and travel bags is drawing a lot of attention.
The Italian manufacturer has launched
their Lino bags and apparel collection and
Stile bags collection. The Lino series is
for professional and advanced users and
comprises of backpacks, messenger and
roller bags. Whereas, Stile bags are meant
for everyday needs to keep the media gear.
Cameras, laptops, phones and laptops can
easily be packed into these sacks.
And Manfrotto sister company Kata
was equally conspicuous with their wide
catalogue of bags tailor made for every
imaginable purpose. Camera bags and
travel gear have great variety in the
Lightweight Protection series.
In the other section of the stall, one
nds National Geographic with their
wares. It appeared to have treaded into
the African terra rma and come out with
Africa-inspired photo, video, media and
lifestyle bags. But the jungle in this case,
extends from the enchanting national parks
to urban jungles created in our metropolises.
A whole range of rucksacks, shoulder
bags, travel bags and accessories have been
released for the show under this theme.
Two models of rucksacks that will carry
essentials, will keep photographic gear, as
well as a laptop in place. It has multiple
organiser pockets inside and has two easy
access pockets for accessories that you
want close at hand. The satchels in the
shoulder bags range are designed to hold all
you personal gear along with a camera or
camcorder in protective inner chambers.
The Africa Camera Pouches are designed
to hold and protect a small point and shoot
camera or micro camcorder with media
accessories. They are designed in such a way
that you can quickly draw them out during a
shooting situation.
The onboard rollers might excite frequent
travellers. There is a dedicated compartment
not only for clothes and knick knacks,
but also for all the necessary shooting
equipment. There is also a comfortable
slide-out trolley handle for easy carting. Also
available are fashionable tote bags which
can pack in enough stuff for a day. A small
DSLR and one small lens or camcorder
can be neatly slipped into the pack. Among
accessories, there are rain capes and a
waterproof garb that will protect your bags
from moisture. Rain covers are available
for small and medium holsters, medium and
slim sactchels, small and medium rucksacks
among others.
The UK-based Hama is present with
new backpack series that goes a step
further. The ‘Katoomba’ models are now
worn with a shoulder strap and can be
quickly pulled forward in front of your
body using a handle.
The smaller Katoomba 150 model is
available in two versions based on whether
you prefer to carry the weight on the right
or on the left shoulder. The bags have fast
access to the equipment. The front cover
prevents the main compartment being
unintentionally opened too far and the
valuable equipment falling out. The Hama
“Daytour” series (Daytour Backpack 230
and Backpack 180) comprises travel bags
and kits that can safely keep photography
equipment. Both offer direct access to the
camera from above; the larger “Backpack
230” also features a quick-access on its side.
For all those who don’t want to forego using
their often cumbersome tripod, a convenient
transport possibility is offered by a loop and
a storable tripod bag.
Tamrac comes to Photokina with its
diverse line of bags and cases for the
DSLR category. They are showcasing
their new Rally series bags. The camera/
netbook/iPad bags provide a way to carry
camera gear, accessories, and a laptop,
without advertising what’s inside. As per
their claims, its slim profile, fresh look
and modern design doesn’t look like a
camera bag, yet it provides fast access
to your camera and gear, allowing you to
carry your photo equipment safely and
discreetly.
Debdutta Ray