Review for Canon EOS 1D
The F3x has one strap (vs. 2 straps of the F6) closing the case. There is also velcro on the inside of the front flap.
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Comes with one pad that can be velcroed inside the bag
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Here is the inside of the bag, pad removed. The left and right pockets are very handy, and separated by canvas.
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That's the 1DM2 with Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM (hood included) mounted in the middle, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4 L USM(no hood) in one pocket and the 70-300 DO in the other (hood included).
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It has a large flat pocket in the front.
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A zippered pocket on the inside of the flap.
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Two end pockets.
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Compared to the Lowepro we all bought some time ago.
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Another view compared to Lowepro.
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That's the 1DM2 with 24-105 mounted with its hood reversed. The Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM in the lens pocket. No hood.
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That's the 1DM2 with 24-105 mounted with its hood reversed. And the 70-200L f/2.8 IS in the lens pocket. The 70-200L hood fits loosely on top of the camera.
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Compared to the F6. The F3 is taller. Main compartment of the F3 is smaller but the F3 includes pockets at the ends. That brings the overall length of the F3x equal to that of the F6.
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Another shot of the inside of the F3X
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End pocket is big enough to hold Canon 580EX Speedlite flash
thanks to Olga Johnson for photos & info.
for Canon 350D / 400D XT / 1000D / 450D
Here's the Domke F-3 from the top. It's holding the Digital Rebel XT on its side with attached Canon EF 85 mm f/1.8 USM lens, the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Kit Lens and 55mm f/1.4 in two internal pockets. I haven't yet made use of the large additional internal pocket that is plenty big enough to hold a second camera body or perhaps a larger lens.
thanks to Ian Lind for photo & info. See full review here.
for Canon 300D / 10D / 20D / 30D / 40D / 50D / 5D / 7D
Review #1
(Added 10th March 2010)
Equipment list in bag:
Canon EOS 5D MK II
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM
Canon 50mm f/1.2
Metz 58 AF-1 flash
Pocket Wizard FlexTT5 transceiver
Pocket Wizard MiniTT1 transmitter
If you need a bag to carry a DSLR and 2-4 lenses + flash with room to spare for accessories and easy gear-access, this is the bag for you. The included handle has metal connectors, so more gear can be carried if the shoulder starts to ache I have provided pictures which show a DSLR, 4 lenses (inc. a big zoom), flash, radio trigger and battery charger. Even with this load, there's room enough for more accessories.
The bag is very light (2 lbs) for the capacity it can carry and quite portable making it relatively inconspicuous. The side pockets are big and can accommodate full-size flashes like the Canon 580EX-II with no problem (head tilted in "L" shape). The slim compartment in the front can hold a Netbook!
The main area is modular in design: It has two sewn-in compartments for lenses on the sides which can be folded away to make more space in the main compartment. The zippered compartment on the underside of the main flap can be used to hold maps or other literature. There's also an accessory flap at the back to round out this multi-compartmental bag.
F-3X empty, but "prepped up"
Useful compartment at the back for storing items like literature
F-3X opened up: Note the two collapsible lens pouches in the main compartment and the zippered flap
Canon 5D Mark-II with 24-105L mounted, (L-R) 70-200/2.8 IS, 50L, 16-35L II. Metz 58 AF-1, battery charger & Pocket Wizard FlexTT5 + MiniTT1 in the side pockets.
Hoods for 70-200/2.8 IS & 16-35L II placed on top of the 50L
Metz 58 AF-1 in one side pocket. Head tilted to "L" shape. Similar in size to the Canon 580EX II
Canon 70-200/2.8 IS doesn't clear the top of the main compartment that much (flap closes perfectly)
Gear that was loaded in (battery charger missing in this picture)
The gripper strap runs along the bottom. Great footing and doesn't tilt. The bottom padding on the inside assures rigidity
Likes about the bag:
Plenty of compartment for gear and accessories storage.
Carry handle with metal fasteners.
Built-in lens pouches in the main compartment.
Front flap can hold a Net book.
Collapsible design which moulds to body shape.
Non-slip gripper strap.
Lightweight and portable.
Name tag supplied.
Velcro divider allows for customization of the main compartment.
Modular design entails easy access to gear.
Minimal padding makes for a discrete design which is perfect for daily usage.
Dislikes about the bag:
Polycarbonate fasteners for the shoulder strap. I would have preferred metal fasteners.
Lens pouches in the main compartment are sewn-in, so they can't be removed (minor quibble, as they can be easily collapsed).
Thanks to Sabesh for review
Reviews for Nikon D70 / D100 / D200 / D300 / D700
Review #1
The photos below don't have a digital body but a Nikon FE with an MD-11 motor drive attached instead. I didn't have a digital camera readily available so had to use my Nikon D100. But this is about the same size as the Nikon D100. Used in the photos are a:
Nikon FE with MD-11 Motor Drive
Nikon SB50DX
Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Nikon AF 300mm f/4 EDIF
Nikon Nikon 12-24mm f/4 DX
Nikon AF 70-210mm f/4.5-5.6
Nikon micro 55mm f/3.5
Nikon AF 85mm f/1.4D
This bag can hold a lot of gear. There's not as much padding as the Lowepro bags, which gives the bag a low profile look. The strap has two lines of rubber to offer better grip when on the shoulders. There is two canvas loops in the interiors that you can store lenses like a D70 kits lens and 12-24 inside. There is one removable padding that can be attached via velcro to the two canvas loops.
There is a total of 6 compartments:
-Main interior compartment
-2 side pockets
-front pocket
-back pocket
-zipper pocket on cover
Although this bag can carry all the above equipment, I don't recommend it, for it will get cluttered after a few minutes/hours of swapping lenses. An ideal solution would be:
-Digital Body
-2 lenses (ie. D70 kit lens, 12-24)
-1 Flash in side pocket
-1 smaller lens in side compartment
-Other misc. items in front compartment
Overall a great bag for traveling light, and easy access to all equipment.
thanks to Vincent Shen for pics / comments
Review #2
(Added 25th March 2007)
Equipment list in bag :
Nikon D200 w/grip
Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 attached
Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR
Nikon 105mm f/2.8 VR micro
Review text:
Nice bag. Well constructed. Perfect for a short day out shooting at the zoo or walking around town.
Likes about the bag:
Not overly bulky. Fits my cam with large lens and a grip attached.
Dislikes about the bag:
The metal clasp leaves much to be desired.
Thanks to Joshua Steinke for review
Reviews for Nikon D1 / D2 / D3
Review #1
(Added 9th February 2008)
Equipment list in bag :
1. Nikon D2Xs body
2. Nikon 50mm f/1.8D
3. Nikkor 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5D lens
4. Sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5 EX DG
assorted filters and holders, memory cards, and a guide book when needed!
Review text:
I find that this Domke bag is great if you just want to take a few bits of kit for a day trip, or small assignment. It takes my D2Xs plus 3 other lenses with room in on of the side pockets for a flashgun if needed.
The bag has large end pockets at either end of the bag, which are fine for filters, memory cards etc, plus a large front pocket which will take a guide book when needed. The bag itself is very well constructed, using top quality heavy canvas, with a heavy duty webbing strap, which has built in rubber strips to keep the bag on your shoulder. The bag also has a removable hand strap, in the same heavy duty webbing, but i found that it gets in the way of using the bag, so took my one off.
The F-3X is excellent if you just want a few bits of equipment, and it's comfortable to carry around all day.
Likes about the bag:
Build quality, materials used, fact that it makes me take less for a day!
Dislikes about the bag:
Main bag lid metal catch, it hurts your fingers using it...
Thanks to crunch61 for review
Review #2
(Added 8th March 2009)
Equipment list in bag :
Nikon D3
Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED (without hood)
or one of both and the 70-200/2.8 (w/o hood and bit long)
In the side pockets a Nikon SB-900 fits as well as a lot of other stuff (small lenses, hoods, cards, batteries). In the front and flap pocket is enough room for accessories.
The Domke F-3x is like every Domke an absolute serious bag. It has a fantastic build quality so this bag will last a whole lifetime. Ideal for the smaller equipment for documentary work. It is absolute inconspicuous and does not attract others attention to expensive photo equipment.
The bag is quite deep enough to take a long lens like the Nikon 70-200 and has enough place to take some big lenses like the 14-24 too.
Likes about the bag:
Build quality, soft materials, has everything you need and packs minimal
