What finally sold me on this bag was that a director I was working with on a film has one, doesn't take care of it at all, has had it for years, and it's still in fresh out of the package condition. That's important to me because I destroy bags; even my fancy TimBuk2 messenger bag is in shreds.
I carry my camera everywhere because on the rare occassions that I haven't, I inevitably find something I want to take a photo or video of. Until now I've been keeping my camera in a holster bag and whenever going further than walking distance away I would have the holster bag inside my messenger bag. Then add the hundred little things I like to always have with me--pen, paper, tape, ibuprofen, premoistened towelettes, a snack or two, ...--and I end up with a huge bulky bag that isn't actually full. I've been doing this to myself for years. People would describe me as "the guy who always carries a huge bag." No more!
My goal was to have a single bag that I like, which was just big enough to carry my basic camera equipment, and it would be a bonus if it could also handle a full size tripod without it being a clumsy hazard in crowded areas, batting and poking strangers in my wake. This bag is exactly that, and it has plenty of pockets to keep everything separate, organized, and readily accessible rather than a mass I would have to dig through.
The bonus I didn't know about when I ordered it is that it's actually a Manfrotto bag, designed in Italy. I was wondering how National Geographic was making such an excellent and beautiful bag when they're generally not in the fashion accessory business, but when I saw "Manfrotto" on the tag I knew I had a quality and well designed item.
Visually it's a beautiful bag. Even the lining looks great.
My only complaint is that some of the inner pockets are oddly shaped. There's no pocket in the bag which is the proper size to hold my US passport or a small notebook. But that's easy to accommodate for with small organizers like the one I have for my camera accessories such as the charger and cords. For example, I'm glad they didn't put wallet like organizers in it with slots for bank cards and such, because I have a wallet for that.
Bottom Line: I couldn't be happier with this bag purchase, and if you're someone who carries a camera everywhere, all the time like me, you will love it too.
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| Product Dimensions | 12.2 x 7.09 x 17.32 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 2.85 pounds |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | National Geographic |
| ASIN | B003WE9MLE |
| Item model number | NG A5270 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,748 in Laptop Backpacks |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Age Range Description | Children |
| Item Weight | 2.9 Pounds |
| Capacity Total | 25 Liters |
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It's actually a Manfrotto bag!
What finally sold me on this bag was that a director I was working with on a film has one, doesn't take care of it at all, has had it for years, and it's still in fresh out of the package condition. That's important to me because I destroy bags; even my fancy TimBuk2 messenger bag is in shreds. I carry my camera everywhere because on the rare occassions that I haven't, I inevitably find something I want to take a photo or video of. Until now I've been keeping my camera in a holster bag and whenever going further than walking distance away I would have the holster bag inside my messenger bag. Then add the hundred little things I like to always have with me--pen, paper, tape, ibuprofen, premoistened towelettes, a snack or two, ...--and I end up with a huge bulky bag that isn't actually full. I've been doing this to myself for years. People would describe me as "the guy who always carries a huge bag." No more! My goal was to have a single bag that I like, which was just big enough to carry my basic camera equipment, and it would be a bonus if it could also handle a full size tripod without it being a clumsy hazard in crowded areas, batting and poking strangers in my wake. This bag is exactly that, and it has plenty of pockets to keep everything separate, organized, and readily accessible rather than a mass I would have to dig through. The bonus I didn't know about when I ordered it is that it's actually a Manfrotto bag, designed in Italy. I was wondering how National Geographic was making such an excellent and beautiful bag when they're generally not in the fashion accessory business, but when I saw "Manfrotto" on the tag I knew I had a quality and well designed item. Visually it's a beautiful bag. Even the lining looks great. My only complaint is that some of the inner pockets are oddly shaped. There's no pocket in the bag which is the proper size to hold my US passport or a small notebook. But that's easy to accommodate for with small organizers like the one I have for my camera accessories such as the charger and cords. For example, I'm glad they didn't put wallet like organizers in it with slots for bank cards and such, because I have a wallet for that. Bottom Line: I couldn't be happier with this bag purchase, and if you're someone who carries a camera everywhere, all the time like me, you will love it too.
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2017Size: Mid SizeColor: BrownVerified Purchase
What finally sold me on this bag was that a director I was working with on a film has one, doesn't take care of it at all, has had it for years, and it's still in fresh out of the package condition. That's important to me because I destroy bags; even my fancy TimBuk2 messenger bag is in shreds.
It's actually a Manfrotto bag!
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2017
I carry my camera everywhere because on the rare occassions that I haven't, I inevitably find something I want to take a photo or video of. Until now I've been keeping my camera in a holster bag and whenever going further than walking distance away I would have the holster bag inside my messenger bag. Then add the hundred little things I like to always have with me--pen, paper, tape, ibuprofen, premoistened towelettes, a snack or two, ...--and I end up with a huge bulky bag that isn't actually full. I've been doing this to myself for years. People would describe me as "the guy who always carries a huge bag." No more!
My goal was to have a single bag that I like, which was just big enough to carry my basic camera equipment, and it would be a bonus if it could also handle a full size tripod without it being a clumsy hazard in crowded areas, batting and poking strangers in my wake. This bag is exactly that, and it has plenty of pockets to keep everything separate, organized, and readily accessible rather than a mass I would have to dig through.
The bonus I didn't know about when I ordered it is that it's actually a Manfrotto bag, designed in Italy. I was wondering how National Geographic was making such an excellent and beautiful bag when they're generally not in the fashion accessory business, but when I saw "Manfrotto" on the tag I knew I had a quality and well designed item.
Visually it's a beautiful bag. Even the lining looks great.
My only complaint is that some of the inner pockets are oddly shaped. There's no pocket in the bag which is the proper size to hold my US passport or a small notebook. But that's easy to accommodate for with small organizers like the one I have for my camera accessories such as the charger and cords. For example, I'm glad they didn't put wallet like organizers in it with slots for bank cards and such, because I have a wallet for that.
Bottom Line: I couldn't be happier with this bag purchase, and if you're someone who carries a camera everywhere, all the time like me, you will love it too.
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Mochila muito boa, resiste e bem acabada
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Excelente artículo
Size: Mid SizeColor: BrownVerified Purchase - Lmason99Reviewed in Canada on May 30, 2017
The bag is very nice looking and came as advertised
Size: Mid SizeColor: BrownVerified Purchase
