Carry Solution

I'm a graduate student and I'm always carrying around large books and a laptop. I live in New York and use the subway. Which is why I hate carrying around excess clutter.

I wanted to know if anyone knew or could recommend something that was slim and low profile. Something where I can easily slip my camera into a messenger bag or school backpack. I'm not necessarily looking into getting a new bag. Perhaps just an insert that is protective and can take a bit of a beating. Also quickly being able to pull out or drop in would be a plus.

I only have a D90 with 18-200mm and 30mm f/1.8.

Have a look at lenscoat and optech op/tech for neoprene pouches ...between them there is one that includes body and lens. There are also wraps that you can use (optech I think) ....either of these is just what you are after.
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Which one would you recommend more? The wrap or the neopene form fitting case as in over protection? I also found a promising 8" accessory pack made by Op/Tech on their website. However the accessory bag would require me to disassemble the camera in order for it to fit.

I sometimes use a soft nylon insulated kids zippered lunchbag inside a backpack. Don't see why it wouldn't work with a messenger type bag either. D 90/18-200 fits in fine with enough room for another lens.
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Not a bad idea, I guess its better than what I'm doing now. I have some extra black foam which lines the inside of rifle cases and I cut it to fit my messenger bag. Not really compact but it keeps it snug and safe from abrasion.

I have two suggestions all be it new.

Think Tank and Waterfield at sf bags.com

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/

Waterfield makes very nice bags. Bought for my Ipod, portable DVD, cables. Very well made!

http://www.sfbags.com/index.htm

I have a similar setup and this insert works for me:

http://www.amazon.com/DSLR-Camera-Insert-Compact-Shipping/dp/B00348J5Q0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1263791581&sr=8-2

Or just slide an std. camera bag in your backpack. Like the http://www.m-rock.com/yellowstone-camera-holster-bag.html or any other regular bag. The M-Rock has the advantage of having a clip to close the bag, so when it's in your backpack, you don't need to unzip your camera bag.
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