Crumpler Seven Million Dollar Home Mini Review
BrianLowther
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Recently Arjun asked for comments on the 6 or 7 million dollar home.
Here is my mini review.
I hope it helps.
Initial Comments:
What I really like about the 7 million.
1. It is easy to carry.
2. It is easy to put down. I don't get stuck half way into taxis like I used to with a backpack.
3. It is easy to access the camera.
4. If I am in a hurry I can fit my 20D with the 70-200F4 on.
5. The bag can extend a little for when needed.
6. I can hang it on the back of my daugters pram.
The front view:
Note that. in this photograph the adjustable strap is at its smallest setting.
Top View:
Note the good amount of padding on the strap.
Side View:
Inside pockets:
Note the large pocket under the lid (A). This is mesh shown next to the lid fabric and closed with a zipper (C).
In the front is an expandable pocket (B). There is also a small internal mess pocket that has velcro on top that you can not see.
The large velco patch supports the expansion of the pocket and the bag.
Comparison of strap lengths:
to
And one more reference showing size when wearing. (sorry about the camera shake)
Now for the contents:
Notes:
- I pack the 70-200 F4L with hood inside the canon carry bag.
- The Sigma 30 1.4 has a hood.
- I can fit the camera in with any one of the 40, 50 of 18-55 lens.
- There is space left over.
The gear packed:
This view shows the extra space left on top of the bag:
I also carry the exra gear:
The bag full:
And Closed:
If I am in a hurry I can put the 20D + 70-200F4L directly in the bag.
Arjun Asked about carrying a tripod.
There is no tripod attachment.
I have a small tripod SLIK Sprint Pro.
If I place in its bag I can place it under the lid and close the bag.
Here is my mini review.
I hope it helps.
Initial Comments:
What I really like about the 7 million.
1. It is easy to carry.
2. It is easy to put down. I don't get stuck half way into taxis like I used to with a backpack.
3. It is easy to access the camera.
4. If I am in a hurry I can fit my 20D with the 70-200F4 on.
5. The bag can extend a little for when needed.
6. I can hang it on the back of my daugters pram.
The front view:
Note that. in this photograph the adjustable strap is at its smallest setting.
Top View:
Note the good amount of padding on the strap.
Side View:
Inside pockets:
Note the large pocket under the lid (A). This is mesh shown next to the lid fabric and closed with a zipper (C).
In the front is an expandable pocket (B). There is also a small internal mess pocket that has velcro on top that you can not see.
The large velco patch supports the expansion of the pocket and the bag.
Comparison of strap lengths:
to
And one more reference showing size when wearing. (sorry about the camera shake)
Now for the contents:
Notes:
- I pack the 70-200 F4L with hood inside the canon carry bag.
- The Sigma 30 1.4 has a hood.
- I can fit the camera in with any one of the 40, 50 of 18-55 lens.
- There is space left over.
The gear packed:
This view shows the extra space left on top of the bag:
I also carry the exra gear:
The bag full:
And Closed:
If I am in a hurry I can put the 20D + 70-200F4L directly in the bag.
Arjun Asked about carrying a tripod.
There is no tripod attachment.
I have a small tripod SLIK Sprint Pro.
If I place in its bag I can place it under the lid and close the bag.
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I did wonder about this bag (it's same style of my Domke bag)
Looks like it holds lots of stuff for it's size and nice padder strap.
Thanks
Fred
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I was wondering, would you be able to get your 20D in there if it had a grip? I'm shooting a 350D, which I know is smaller, but it has to fit, y'know?
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I hope it will be helpful.
I see I got away with the gratuitous product placement:):
Brian
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I am not sure how much extra space the grip takes.
I have a friend with a 350D. I could try and arrange a test picture without the grip. Would that help?
Brian
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Fred,
I've been around for a while. It was about time I gave something back.
Brian
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Thanks Brian - DavidTO's been helping me on this project - he'll be in touch, we need a reshoot on a coupla pics - if you dont' mind!!
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No problem.
It's the good looking guy in the mirror shot isn't it.
You're afraid Smugmug couldn't cope with all the groupies.
Brian
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Did you evaluate the 6 mill too ?
regds
arjun
Interested in seeing how it feels on my shoulder, and if my big'ol camera and lens will fit.
Thanks!
I tried to take some pictures of my 6 Million Dollar Home to match Brian's 7. I didn't re-do all the pictures, because I didn't think that much was different. The pockets and layout are basically the same, but it is a little bit smaller.
Front View:
Top View:
Side:
Gear Loaded:
Gear Unloaded:
I'm able to store the camera with my largest lens (18-200 VR) standing up with no problem. I could probably even get my flash into one of the lower parts of the side compartment, but I like havign it accessable. My manfroto table tripod kit slips very nicely into the front pocket
The "7" or the "6"? It's no contest - the Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc would carry the day every time!
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regds
arjun