I am about to embark on a trip across Asia in three weeks and need a better more portable way than my current LowePro or Rolling Suitcase (for the entire lens collection). I have a few requirements and want to know if anyone has bought a camera pack they really like which meet them. I realize this is like searching for the perfect gear bag, and no answer will be perfect.
Requirements:
- Does not scream I HAVE THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS IN CAMERA GEAR to the outside world, I wil be traveling in some areas where I expect people to try to steal stuff, so bags which look like camera bags too much are no good.
- Must have room for a laptop, a 13" macbook or 12" powerbook to be exact.
- Solid durable construction
- Needs to fit the following gear. One of the lenses can stay attached to the camera.
- 1 Nikon D200 body
- 1 Nikon 70-200mm VR Lens
- 1 Nikon 10-20mm Lens
- 1 Nikon 35-70mm Lens
- 1 Nikon 50mm Lens (this is tiny so I am not worried so much about it's own space)
- 3 extra batteries, cords, and a few filters (so basically a small storage pocket)
- I have a small carbon fiber tripod which I will either need to fit in the bag or attach to the outside.
- A few extra pockets so I can fit maybe a book or whatever else I'll need in the 15hr flight. I am only bringing two bags, and this has to be one of them.
I have found a few bags online which might meet the need. First being the Crumpler Keystone or Whickey and Cox. I don't know anything about them so if anyone has any experience let me know. Second would be an offering from Kata, I love their R-102, however it lacks a spot for a laptop and that is important.
Thanks in advance for any sage-like advice you may be able to offer.