Camera Reviews

Tamrac 3320027 Aero 20 Digital Camera Zoom Case (Red) Review

Tamrac 3320027 Aero 20 Digital Camera Zoom Case (Red) Feature

• Sleek, foam-padded protection for digital cameras with large built-in zoom lenses.
• Also ideal for a compact digital or hard drive camcorder.
• Zippered top with weather flap adds security and protection from the elements.
• Side pockets store extra memory cards and batteries.
• Adjustable shoulder strap, belt loop and carrying handle provide convenient carrying options.

Pretty small. Only one slr sized camera will fit….nothing else. It is well made and stylish. But if you want more in your camera bag, buy the larger size.

Tamrac 3320027 Aero 20 Digital Camera Zoom Case (Red) Overview

Tamrac’s Aero Zoom 20 provides a protective carrying solution for the essentials without the bulk of a traditional camera bag. This sleek, foam-padded zoom pack protects digital cameras with large built-in zoom lenses. It is also ideal for a compact digital or hard drive camcorder. A zippered top with a weather flap adds security and protection from the elements, while slim side pockets store extra memory cards and batteries. An adjustable shoulder strap, belt loop and carrying handle provide multiple carrying options for this trim zoom pack.

Tamrac 3320027 Aero 20 Digital Camera Zoom Case (Red) Specifications

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Tamrac 5292 T92 Photo Digital Camera Bag (Blue) Review

Tamrac 5292 T92 Photo Digital Camera Bag (Blue) Feature

• Foam-padded bag provides excellent protection for compact digital cameras
• Features an adjustable, removable shoulder strap and belt loop for convenient carrying options
• Internal dimension: 2 3/4″ W x 4 3/4″ H x 2″ D, External dimensions: 4 1/2″ W x 5 3/4″ H x 3 1/2″ D, Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Color: Blue

I bought this Tamrac mini-bag to protect my Canon PowerShot SX110 IS, a point-and-shoot camera that is relatively large because of its powerful zoom and use of regular batteries. Since I use this camera primarily for specialty situations, I wanted a case/bag that could carry more than just the camera but that didn’t weigh me down. I found that the Tamrac is perfect for my purposes. Not only is the camera compartment relatively roomy (it can handle an even larger camera), it has an exterior, zippered pocket with a divider for spare batteries, memory cards, lens cleaner and cloth — anything small and portable, even an iPod with ear buds. I can even carry my Canon and my smaller Olympus in the one bag (the Olympus in the outer bag) as long as I don’t add anything else. The camera compartments is padded on all sides but the top. My favorite feature is the way the top closes as a hood over both compartments, thus shielding both from the elements — no seams or zippers are exposed at the top. The hood secures both by velcro and clip which enables you to do a quick close/open when you might use it but a more secure clip for traveling. The adjustable carry strap is long enough to wear across my chest and can be shortened to wear it like a fanny pack or around the neck.

Exterior dimensions, at its widest/highest: 6″h x 4″w x 3.5″ d. Camera compartment dimensions: 5″ h (with an extra inch of clearance from the hooded cover, 6 ” total) x 4 ” w x 2.5″ d. Zippered exterior pocket dimensions: 4″ h x 3.25″ w x 1 ” d. Because the case is nylon fabric, there is some flexibility in the dimensions — for example, a slightly fatter camera will likely fit as long as the exterior compartment isn’t stuffed or as long as it doesn’t hit the maximum height. The fabric is tough nylon, with tight stitching, and is lightweight without anything inside.

This bag is not intended as a mere case, nor is it large enough for a digital SLR with its lenses. Instead, it is designed to house larger digital point-and-shoots and a small number or accessories or personal items.

– Debbie Lee Wesselmann

Tamrac 5292 T92 Photo Digital Camera Bag (Blue) Overview

TAMRAC T92 PHOTO DIGITAL

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Tamrac 5515 Adventure Zoom 5 (Gray/Black) Review

Tamrac 5515 Adventure Zoom 5 (Gray/Black) Feature

• Tamrac’s US-patented Memory Battery Management System,
• EasyGrip carrying handle
• Strap Accessory System (S.A.S)

This is a nice bag to pick up and go when you only want to carry one lens with the camera. I use it with a Sony Alpha 300 plus either my Tamron 28-75 2.8 lens, or a Sony 18-250mm lens. It will also work with my ultra wide Sony 11-18mm but I usually want to take another lens when I carry that one. I can fit the Sony HVL-F20AM compact flash (very small) in one of the side pockets, my wallet in the other side and there is still room for a couple of filters, an extra battery and an extra compact flash card. It is very well made and I like that you can either zip it or just clip it if you need fast access. Not sure how water resistant it is. It looks like it will stand up to the elements but I couldn’t find anything that said it was water resistant on the package. I guess for the price it really deserves 5 stars but I would preferred it to be just a touch bigger. If I find out it’s water proof, I would add the extra star in any case.

Tamrac 5515 Adventure Zoom 5 (Gray/Black) Overview

Tamrac Camera Case Adventure Zoom 5 Camera Holster Case in Gray and Black – Tamrac 5515

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Tamrac 5533 Adventure Messenger 3 Camera Bag (Red/Black) Review

Tamrac 5533 Adventure Messenger 3 Camera Bag (Red/Black) Feature

• Compact messenger bag is perfect for carrying a digital or film SLR with a zoom lens up to 5½” attached, an additional lens, a flash and accessories.
• Speed Flap¿ Top opens to reveal adjustable, foam-padded internal dividers that provide a custom fit to camera equipment.
• Zippered front pocket, full-length zippered Speed Pocket¿ on the flap, open pocket in back and side pocket provide extra storage for accessories, manuals and personal items.
• Shoulder strap and EasyGrip¿ carrying handle provide convenient carrying options.
• Add Tamrac accessories to the shoulder strap using the attachment slots for our Strap Accessory System¿ products.

This bag is perfect for my needs. It’s not too small, but not too big for trips. It’s gone on extended vacations and local day trips with me several times now. My Sony alpha fits perfectly right in the top (with lens attached), allowing quick access. It fits all the necessities well, and keeps them organized and safe. The side pocket is the perfect size for my Palm Treo cell phone. The velco dividers inside are re-arrangeable as needed. I did a lot of research in stores and online researching bags to fit my needs. This one met them all. It’s not terribly obvious that it’s a camera bag due to the shap. Very comfortable to carry.

Tamrac 5533 Adventure Messenger 3 Camera Bag (Red/Black) Overview

Sleek and hip, Tamrac’s new Adventure Messenger 3 has a comfortable slim profile for navigating life while safely and discretely transporting your photo gear. This compact messenger bag is perfect for carrying a digital or film SLR with a zoom lens up to 5½ inch attached, an additional lens, a flash and accessories. The Speed Flap Top opens to reveal adjustable, foam-padded internal dividers that provide a custom fit to camera equipment. The zippered front pocket, full-length zippered Speed Pocket on the flap and an open pocket in back provide extra storage for accessories, manuals and personal items. A side pocket is perfect for carrying a cell phone or MP3 player. A shoulder strap and EasyGrip carrying handle provide convenient carrying options. You can add Tamrac accessories to the shoulder strap using the attachment slots for our Strap Accessory System products.

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Tamrac 5547 Adventure 7 Photo Backpack (Gray/Black) Review

Tamrac 5547 Adventure 7 Photo Backpack (Gray/Black) Feature

• Modern backpack designed for the SLR photographer with a large digital or film SLR with a grip and lens attached, several lenses and accessories.
• Lower section is a completely foam-padded camera bag compartment, while the upper section functions like a traditional backpack
• Features Tamrac’s patented Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify which memory cards and batteries are available.
• Foam-padded camera compartment has a weather flap and quick-release buckle for security and weather protection.
• Two mesh pockets on the sides provide quick access to accessories and water bottles.

I have had this pack for several months and have used it on many occasions.
I have really grown to like the chest and waist straps. My regular photo pack has them and I never got around to using them until I got the 5547. The upper compartment is way to small for a jacket so I carry some string to tie a jacket to the pack after I drape it over the top. The top compartment is very handy for camera accessories and some food items like sandwiches, fruit bars, cookies, etc. The bottom compartment works fine for transporting a camera and lenses. In my case the compartment has room for a Nikon D300 with 18-105mm lens attached (facing down), a 10-17mm fisheye lens, and a 60mm macro. Once I get to the venue I hang the camera around my neck and move the spare lenses to the upper compartment. Some items in the upper get relocated to the lower. The reason I do this is to make the camera lenses more accessible. Getting at items in the lower section involves taking the pack off your back. My wife can easily retrieve something out of the upper compartment for me without undoing the straps and removing the pack. Overall this has been a really good “day pack” for those times when we are out for the afternoon and are not taking our full complement of photo gear.
Finally, I have looked at other packs where the bottom compartment is accessible via the side or front. Some are “sling packs”, are to small, to big, and do not have chest and waist belts. None of these packs are perfect but the 5547 had the best combination of features for my intended use.

Tamrac 5547 Adventure 7 Photo Backpack (Gray/Black) Overview

This modern backpack was designed for the SLR photographer with a large digital or film SLR with a grip and lens attached, several lenses, a flash and accessories. The new Adventure 7 features a youthful, modern and sleek design that, for security, does not look like a camera bag. In this uniquely designed backpack, the lower section is a completely foam-padded camera bag compartment, while the upper section functions like a traditional backpack to hold a light jacket, lunch or other personal items needed on your next photo adventure. The front pocket features Tamrac’s patented Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify which memory cards and batteries are available. The foam-padded camera compartment has a weather flap and quick-release buckle for security and weather protection. Two mesh pockets on the sides provide quick access to accessories and water bottles. Two lash tabs on the bottom of the backpack can accommodate a compact tripod (requires accessory straps). Also features Tamrac’s Strap Accessory System attachment points for customizing with optional S.A.S. products.

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Tamrac Digital Zoom 4 (Model 5684) Camera case for digital SLRs and larger point-and-shoot cameras Black Review

I bought this bag for my new Canon 40d with EF 28-135mm IS USM lens. Since I cannot afford additional lenses at the moment and probably wont be for a while, I wanted a compact bag for just the camera and kit lens along with an extra battery and flash card. The bag not only fit the camera with lens, but also a few other accessories.

Here is the configuration I use:

Main Pouch:
*Canon 40d
*EF 28-135mm IS USM lens (attached to camera)
*Lens hood (turned around; was worried this might no fit, but it does!)
*Canon 40d instruction book (fits on top of camera after insertion; a temporary addition until I figure out what the hell I am doing!)

Main Pouch Pocket:
*Lens cleaning pen
*Lens cleaning cloth

Front Pocket:
*Extra battery
*Extra Compact Flash card
(There is still room for an additional battery and more Compact Flash cards)

Side Pocket 1:
*Canon Battery Charger (perfect fit, may be able to slide in an extra CF card if need be)

Side Pocket 2:
*FireWire Compact Flash card reader
*FireWire cable for reader
*USB Cable for camera to computer connection

This is the compact take anywhere travel case I was looking for. It is nice to have the basic essentials all in one “perfect fit” case. Easily fits in a backpack with my other work essentials. When I go hiking or venture out I will likely take out the battery charger and CF reader w/cables and replace with other items like cell phone, keys, power bar, etc.

Great for now, but later when I acquire more lenses/accessories I will likely go for a backpack case as well.

(Another option for using this case with one or two additional lenses is to place additional lenses into their own individual case, then attach the cases using Tamrac’s Strap Accessory System. Just a thought.)

Tamrac Digital Zoom 4 (Model 5684) Camera case for digital SLRs and larger point-and-shoot cameras Black Feature

• holds a digital SLR with lens up to 4-1/4″ long attached
• interior dual foam layers provide a snug fit for your camera
• Memory & Battery Management System uses red flags to identify fresh vs. used memory cards and batteries
• interior mesh pockets organize accessories
• nylon pocket in lid holds lens-cleaning paper

Tamrac Digital Zoom 4 (Model 5684) Camera case for digital SLRs and larger point-and-shoot cameras Black Overview

holds a digital SLR with lens up to 4-1/4″ long attached * interior dual foam layers provide a snug fit for your camera * Memory & Battery Management System uses red flags to identify fresh vs. used memory cards and batteries * interior mesh pockets organize accessories * nylon pocket in lid holds lens-cleaning paper * belt loops, EasyGrip handle, and adjustable shoulder strap *

Tamrac Digital Zoom 4 (Model 5684) Camera case for digital SLRs and larger point-and-shoot cameras Black Specifications

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