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Billingham 206 Media Systems SLR Camera Bag

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2	14713	Tue July 11, 2006

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100% of reviewers	None indicated	9.0

Description:	Description The 206 features the Billingham PressTop which gives maximum access to the bag. Carbon fibre rods in the top gusset provide a light weight stiffeners allowing improved access to the main compartment. Carbon fibre will flex but won't bend and get misshapen. The 206 is constructed using Softweave canvas with Billingham StormBlock protection. Much the like 225 in size but without the large front pocket, making it more compact. The 206 also has SuperFlex partions, 8-15 and flap, a zippered back pocket, military specification webbing throughout, chunky leather shoulder pad, 2-way grab handles and brass fittings. The 206 is great for a small kit of either 35mm or medium format but two front pockets offer space for accessories and optional AVEA side pockets can be added for more space. Features New, soft-weave fabric which helps eliminate abrasions, combined with Billingham StormBlock for completely waterproof canvas. Billingham PressTop lets you easily access your camera equipment on the move, through a cavernous, zippered opening. Gap-free zip-ends prevent water and dust ingress and double zip-pullers restrict access when working in crowds etc. Double grab handles with original Billingham leather grip. Main compartment has four internal flat pockets for filters etc. Superflex partitioning and thick closed cell foam base. Adjustable shoulder sling with SP20 shoulder pad. External Dimensions W320 x D180 x H230mm W12,1/2 x D7 v H9ins Internal Dimensions W300 x D150 x H215mm W12 x D6 x H8,1/2ins Item Weight: 1.6Kg Features Leather and carbon fibre strengthen the opening of the PressTop. This action forms a wide rectangular opening. One or both of the zip extensions is able to slide up the shoulder sling, opening the main compartment. With The PressTop opened and retained in position, the contents of the bag are easily accessable.
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Review Date: Tue April 11, 2006

Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9

Pros:	Durable, classic looks
Cons:	Has to be price but it does last so ..

I simply love my bag 'cause I like anything that's classic & timeless. Be sure to take good care of your Billingham & it'll last for'ver. The materials are first-rate, leather should be nourished & brass polished. Ah yes you have to replace the inserts after a while though I think the new inserts last longer than the ones I have. Don't be deceived by its size, I can carry 2 bodies with 3 lenses (incl a 400mm f5.6), a flash, & still have some space for lense-cleaning equipment & filter-&-holder set. It also converts into a backpack !!

Anonymous

Review Date: Tue July 11, 2006

Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 9

Pros:	doesn´t look like a photobag, quality, durability
Cons:	high price, not thought to the end

I love it for the reason that i was in the market for something i can carry everywhere without taking to much attention from other people. Quality seems outstanding so far as the bag resists any kind of abuse and still looks great.

On the downside - it´s not easy to get a Nikon D2X with attached 17-55DX quickly out of the bag. The press-top doesn´t keep the opening open so you always have to take extra care not to scratch your gear with the zipper. The padding of the strap could be thicker.

Concerning the backbag harness has only to be considered as a workarround if you move - say from the road in a rougher terrain and need your hands-free to climb arround. It´s not intended to be used on long outings as a backbag.

My bag holds the D2X with mounted 17-55DX, a 70-200VR (upright with seperator) a SB800 (vis-a-vis of the 70-200 in the smaller seperator) and - also upright at the side - a bouch with a 50mm f/1.4 and TC17E-II.

Wrap-up: if you look for something small, durable which does attract as less attention as possible - this is the shoulder-bag to go.