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Kata 3N1-20

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2	14643	Thu December 17, 2009

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100% of reviewers	None indicated	10.0

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Description:	The 3N1-20 sling backpack features a unique TST RIB structural protection for a D/SLR with battery pack & mid-range zoom lens attached as well as, 3-4 lenses, flash + personal gear. This unique bag provides ultimate freedom and allows for three carrying options in one while morphing from sling to backpack and back again fast and easy by use of its quick release buckles. In sling position, the bag easily swings around from back to front to achieve quick draw access to your main camera and backup lenses as well as fast and easy changing of lenses. In backpack position and "X" position you can comfortably carry your equipment for long distance walking when needed. The included chest belt and balancing hip strap helps take the load of your heavy equipment off your shoulders. Arrange your equipment in the bottom main compartment of the pack taking full advantage of the modular dividers to custom fit the bag to your exact equipment. The large top compartment will hold personal gear or additional gear, and the internal pockets and mp3 player pouch will allow you to organize your personal effects as efficiently as your photographic gear. Two external pockets allow quick zippered access to accessories without opening the main compartments. The included rain cover folds neatly away into an integrated pocket and can be hung out to dry on the small buckle next to the handle, or tucked away for storage in one of the pockets. The sling backpack is also compatible with the Kata insertrolley (not included) when easy, wheel along transportation is needed. External dimensions Length 9.3" 23.5 cm Width 7.5" 19 cm Height 17.3" 44 cm Internal dimensions Length 8.7" 22 cm Width 6.3" 16 cm Height 11.8" 30 cm Weight 2.9 lbs 1.30 Kg
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Review Date: Mon April 20, 2009

Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10

Pros:	holds plenty of gear, nice looking, able to swap shoulders,well built,tripod attachment
Cons:	none

Bought this bag recently after checking out similar slingbags, this was the best in looks, design and storage by quite a margin. Holds my Nikon D700 + 4 mid sized lenses with room in the top compartment for battery charger, p+s camera, mini tripod and blower. Like the way you can make it into a backpack if needed. Very happy with this bag after a long search. Highly recommended.

Anonymous

Review Date: Thu December 17, 2009

Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid?: None indicated | Rating: 10

Pros:	versatility, quality of materials
Cons:	none

I've been using this bag for about one year now and it's definitely a great one. I chose because of its two straps and four ways of wearing it :
- two sling modes (left or right shoulder) make it comfortable for both right an left-handed photographers
- backpack mode is very useful for a one (or more) day(s) trip when you don't plan to shoot every 5 minutes, and it's comfortable too
- X mode is the ideal compromise between many hours of walking and the ability of shooting in seconds when something deserves it ; particularly useful on city visits
It currently holds my Nikon D200 with battery grip + f/2.8 28-70mm + f/2.8 80-200mm (even mounted, though it's tight) + f/3.5-5.6 18-50mm ; and there's room enough for an additional 105mm macro or a flash.
And the making and materials look very resistant. I recommend it strongly.