Soft case for E-1 + lens + flash?

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash. Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1. Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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I have the same equipement and use a Lowepro backpack (aw)
Very easy, very good.
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Van Heghe Henk said:

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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I have the same equipement and use a Lowepro backpack (aw)
Very easy, very good.
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I have Lowepro Computrekker AW (backpack) and Crumpler Tallee. I wouldn't buy another backpack like this. While it is very roomy, strong, good quality etc. it just weighs too much. Not very nice to have even on shortest treks. Also it is rather ankward to get the camera out of it. It is nice to have for transport in car etc. though.

Crumpler on the other hand is even more durable, doesn't scream I'm a camera bag and is almost indestructible. It has a nice "3rd leg" so it can be used as a backpack and as a shoulder bag. Quick and easy to take the camera and it also has a hidden compartment for flash etc. that isn't used as often as say, 14-54 and 50mm would be (on street).

You got to try either Tall-e, 15 Love or biggest - Next Venue.

First and 2nd one can fit the body (main compartment), FL-36 (hidden compartment) and 2 lenses (main compartment), the bigger one probably 3 or 4. 50-200 is probably too big for any of the bags, but since I don't remember the exact dimensions maybe it could fit Tallee (which is taller than 15 Love, although slightly smaller) and Next Venue.

http://www.crumplerusa.com/

bse

BlondShinE said:

You got to try either Tall-e, 15 Love or biggest - Next Venue.

First and 2nd one can fit the body (main compartment), FL-36
(hidden compartment) and 2 lenses (main compartment), the bigger
one probably 3 or 4. 50-200 is probably too big for any of the
bags, but since I don't remember the exact dimensions maybe it
could fit Tallee (which is taller than 15 Love, although slightly
smaller) and Next Venue.

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Thanks for that. Do any of the crumpler ones fit a body with the lens attached? I looked on the website, and they only show with the lens separate.

Ben

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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It fits the E1 body, 14-54, 50-200, 50macro and at a push the EX25 & remote. Superbly well made if a bit pricey.

Oh and there's room for a small laptop too.

cheers

Ian

Could you give me the dimensions of E-1 with your lens attached?

I can then measure my Tallee. I am almost certain atleast 14-54 with E-1 fits and maybe you cold sneak 50mm easily into the same compartment.

bse

lingsb said:

lingsb said:

You got to try either Tall-e, 15 Love or biggest - Next Venue.

First and 2nd one can fit the body (main compartment), FL-36
(hidden compartment) and 2 lenses (main compartment), the bigger
one probably 3 or 4. 50-200 is probably too big for any of the
bags, but since I don't remember the exact dimensions maybe it
could fit Tallee (which is taller than 15 Love, although slightly
smaller) and Next Venue.

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Thanks for that. Do any of the crumpler ones fit a body with the
lens attached? I looked on the website, and they only show with
the lens separate.

Ben

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BlondShinE said:

Could you give me the dimensions of E-1 with your lens attached?
I can then measure my Tallee. I am almost certain atleast 14-54
with E-1 fits and maybe you cold sneak 50mm easily into the same
compartment.

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Don't have one yet. I'm planning on getting one, and am trying to find a good case to buy with it.

7 1/4" from front of lens to back of camera.
I have that lens on the camera now and measured it.

Ann

I have a Tamrac Expedition 3. It contains the E1, 11-22, 14-15, 50-200, EC14, FL-40, Remotes, Batteries, Filters and lens cleaning items. The camera with either the 11-22, or 14-54 attached fits nicely and is ready to go. You want find anything more compact then this. Check out the images and see for your self.
http://www.pbase.com/adaossi/image/36232629
http://www.pbase.com/adaossi/image/36232630
http://www.pbase.com/adaossi/image/36232631

Cheers,
Oskar F. Neuhold

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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Went into a store in Oxford today, which had various cases. I've now bought the Crumpler Lollipop case (see bottom of this page http://www.intro2020.co.uk/PAGES/crumpler9.htm ). It fits the E-1 plus 14-54 zoom (attached). There was enough space for a medium size flash (so hopefully will fit the FL-36). It's quite a snug fit, which is what I was after. The main reason that the E-1 fits is that it doesn't protrude to the left of the lens -- I doubt that other SLRs would fit (with a flash in the bag as well). The opening to the bag is pretty much taken up with the body.

Hope that's of some use to others looking for a case!

Ben

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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I can fit FL-36 on the hidden compartment, and E-1 with 14-54 attached and then 50/F2 beside it in main compartment. Works greatly.

I'm after a smaller bag though, one that would only house the body with lens attached.

lingsb said:

BlondShinE said:

Could you give me the dimensions of E-1 with your lens attached?
I can then measure my Tallee. I am almost certain atleast 14-54
with E-1 fits and maybe you cold sneak 50mm easily into the same
compartment.

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Don't have one yet. I'm planning on getting one, and am trying to
find a good case to buy with it.

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BlondShinE said:

I can fit FL-36 on the hidden compartment, and E-1 with 14-54
attached and then 50/F2 beside it in main compartment. Works
greatly.
I'm after a smaller bag though, one that would only house the body
with lens attached.

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FWIW, I find that the Lowepro TLZ mini that I used with my C-2100UZ, will fit the E-1 with one lens attached (either the 14-54 or the Sigma 18-125/55-200 lenses), though you do have to reverse the lens hood. It is a tight fit though. I think I got the TLZ mini at Best Buy for $19.95 two years ago.

In terms of the original question that is no longer active, I found I can fit my camera and 2 other lenses in the Lowepro Nova 1, but you really should think about a larger bag, since there is no room for growth.

lingsb said:

Went into a store in Oxford today, which had various cases. I've
now bought the Crumpler Lollipop case (see bottom of this page
http://www.intro2020.co.uk/PAGES/crumpler9.htm ). It fits the E-1
plus 14-54 zoom (attached). There was enough space for a medium
size flash (so hopefully will fit the FL-36). It's quite a snug
fit, which is what I was after. The main reason that the E-1 fits
is that it doesn't protrude to the left of the lens -- I doubt that
other SLRs would fit (with a flash in the bag as well). The opening
to the bag is pretty much taken up with the body.

Hope that's of some use to others looking for a case!

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...I followed this thread with interest as I need a bag for my 300. I'd need to accomadate the 14-45 kit lens, a 55-200 Sigma, an 11-22 Zuiko, and possibly even a larger telephoto.... perhaps the 50-200 Zuiko. Since I am shopping for a tripod to lash on as well (ideas ??) , this seemed like a good place to drop a query. Lowepro ? or ?

Thanks!

lingsb said:

Ben

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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I just bought a Tamrac Velocity 5 and love it. I have the following gear in it: E-1, Zuiko 14-54mm, Sigma 55-200mm, FL-20, spare BLM-1 battery, spare AA batteries for flash, lenspen, microfiber cloth, expodisc. There is room to spare and the fl-36 should fit. I've also seen others store the Zuiko 50-200 in place of my Sigma. I only use one divider and place the E-1 to the left with the divider on the right and another lens to the far right of the divider. If you try to use all the dividers, you don't have much room for your gear so just take them out. You can store the E-1 with lens attached with lens shade on and ready (which adds extra length) or you can store the lens shade in reverse storage mode on the lens too - the top flap easily closes with any of these configurations. The Velocity 5 can be used as a shoulder bag and also as a belt bag (bum bag, fanny pack, whatever you want to call it) as it has a belt strap which stores away when not used. The top flap also has a double zipper which allows the main compartment contents to be quickly accessed without lifting the top flap and the quick release buckles - very handy.

This is about the smallest bag available to fit this amount of gear. I spent several hours at a local shop trying every bag they had including Tamrac, Lowepro, crumpler. The crumpler budgie smuggler may fit this gear too but I recommend that you try it first as I did not really like that bag but your preference may vary.

I also liked the M-Rock High Sierra as a top loader style bag to just hold the E-1 with a single lens attached. It was very well made, good fit for the offset lens mount on the E-1, and good placement of extra pockets and strap attachments.

The fact that the E-1 does not have the lens mount centered on it's body sometimes causes strange fits with top loader zoom bags typically designed for Canon and Nikon SLR body styles.

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E-1 body:
Dimensions 5.55" x 4.09" x 3.19" (141 x 104 x 81 mm)
Weight: 23 oz. 660 g (1.5 lb)(without batteries and CF Card)

size of the E-1 with 14-54 and hood attached

With the lens hood on but reversed for storage the E-1 with 14-54mm fitted is 14cms wide, 16.5cms deep and 10.5cms high. It's about 17cm from the back of the eyecup to the front of the lens with the hood reversed in it's parking position and lens cap fitted. It's about 19cm with the hood attached in it's operational position.

14cms wide, 16.5cms deep and 10.5cms high
5.516000 in wide, 6.501000 in deep, 4.137000 in high

17cm (6.698000 in) from the back of the eyecup to the front of the lens with the hood reversed 19cm (7.486000 in) with the hood attached in it's operational position

Zuiko 14-54mm lens
Focal Length: 14mm-54mm Zoom(28mm-108mm 35mm equivalent)
Dimensions: 2.8" D x 3.4 L (73.5mm x 87.5mm)
Weight: 15.3 oz. (435g)
Angle of View: 74° to 23°
Maximum Aperture: f2.8 Wide - f3.5 Telephoto
Minimum Aperture: f22
Filter Size: 67mm

Zuiko 40-150mm lens
Focal Length: 40-150mm(80mm – 300mm 35mm equivalent)
Dimensions: 3 x 4.21 L(77 x 107mm)
Weight: 15.75 oz (450g)
Angle of View: 30 to 8.2 Degree
Maximum Aperture: f3.5 Wide – f4.5 Telephoto
Minimum Aperture: f22
Filter Size: 58mm

Zuiko 50mm–200mm lens
Focal Length: 50mm –200mm zoom(100mm–400mm 35mm equivalent)
Dimensions: 3.4" D x 6.2" L (87mm x 157mm)
Weight: 2.4 lbs. (1070 g) with tripod adapter
Angle of View: 24° – 6°
Maximum Aperture: f2.8 Wide – f3.5 Telephoto
Minimum Aperture: f22
Filter Size: 67mm

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I use the Orion beltpack. It has room for the E-1 + 14-54 + 50-200 + flash or SP90/OM/adaptor. Also cable release + extra battery.
I bought a shoulder strap, to take away some pressure from my waist.

For quick outings I have an old Hama SLR case that has enough room for the E-1 + 14-54 + spare battery.

Jeff.

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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Do you guys lash a tripod onto these bags? How would they be for hiking?

Jeff Tokayer said:

For quick outings I have an old Hama SLR case that has enough room
for the E-1 + 14-54 + spare battery.

Jeff.

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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Although the E1 & lenses are smaller, the effect is nearly the same & the reason that I sold my entire E20 line. It's just too heavy for hiking.

I went to the Fuji S2, and that camera was great, but dust was so aggrevating that I came back to Olympus & the E1. While I plan on having several lenses & accessories, there is something I learned from my days with the E20; and that is think ahead.

If you know you are going to shoot a waterfalls, there's no reason to bring the heavy 50-200 or the EC14 1.4x, and probably not the 11-22 either. You may want a nuetral density filter, your tripod, and some lint-free cloth to remove waterdrops, but that's about it.

Of course, it gets a little hairier if you are going for an extended trek away from the car. In that case, I bring in more. But I make decisions & deal with them. If I'm bringing in the big 50-200, then I'm brining the monopod instead of the tripod. I usually leave behind as much as I can bear & make do with the 14-54 and a circular polorizer.

Yes, you miss opportunities, but mostly because you were able to notice them in the first place. If I'm weighed down with a full system, I'm not even looking around anymore. I'm focused on placing one foot in front of the other, repositioning the backpack & tripod strap, and panting along until we get to the summit or destination. If I'm not weighed down, I might notice the goats or eagle and wish that I had my 50-200 with me, but at least I'm able to enjoy the hike.

Here's an idea:
GDC Torso-Pack- T212
http://www.kata-bags.com/Item.asp?pid=228&cid=58&perentId=4&ProdLine=4

searun said:

Jeff Tokayer said:

For quick outings I have an old Hama SLR case that has enough room
for the E-1 + 14-54 + spare battery.

Jeff.

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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Great point about weight, and one of my primary hiking tenets whether shooting or not..... Thanks for recommending that pack - this brand wasn't on my radar screen.

The best photographer in the whole wide world said:

I went to the Fuji S2, and that camera was great, but dust was so
aggrevating that I came back to Olympus & the E1. While I plan on
having several lenses & accessories, there is something I learned
from my days with the E20; and that is think ahead.

If you know you are going to shoot a waterfalls, there's no reason
to bring the heavy 50-200 or the EC14 1.4x, and probably not the
11-22 either. You may want a nuetral density filter, your tripod,
and some lint-free cloth to remove waterdrops, but that's about it.

Of course, it gets a little hairier if you are going for an
extended trek away from the car. In that case, I bring in more. But
I make decisions & deal with them. If I'm bringing in the big
50-200, then I'm brining the monopod instead of the tripod. I
usually leave behind as much as I can bear & make do with the 14-54
and a circular polorizer.

Yes, you miss opportunities, but mostly because you were able to
notice them in the first place. If I'm weighed down with a full
system, I'm not even looking around anymore. I'm focused on placing
one foot in front of the other, repositioning the backpack & tripod
strap, and panting along until we get to the summit or destination.
If I'm not weighed down, I might notice the goats or eagle and wish
that I had my 50-200 with me, but at least I'm able to enjoy the
hike.

Here's an idea:
GDC Torso-Pack- T212
http://www.kata-bags.com/Item.asp?pid=228&cid=58&perentId=4&ProdLine=4

searun said:

Jeff Tokayer said:

For quick outings I have an old Hama SLR case that has enough room
for the E-1 + 14-54 + spare battery.

Jeff.

lingsb said:

Anyone have any recommendations for a case?

This would initially only be for the E-1 + 14-54mm + FL-36 flash.
Might be joined later by a tele zoom or possibly the 50mm macro.

I've looked at the Crumpler Lollipop and the LowePro Nova 1.
Anyone used either of these? Would they have enough space?

Thanks,

Ben

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