Domke 701-82B F-802 Reporter's Satchel (Black)

Domke 701-82B F-802 Reporter's Satchel (Black) - Review

Product Id : B0009PAJ2A Category : Camera Cases Brand : Tiffen Price : Check Price Here! Rating :

The Reporters Satchel is stylish yet multipurpose. Utilizing zippered pockets in the weather flap and padding this will keep your equipment safe and handy. Sized to fit a laptop with room for files and accessories this is designed for the photographer on the go. Seven compartments and two expanding front pockets assure enough space for all of your gear. An adjustable Domke Gripper Strap gives a comfortable and secure carrying option.

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What Makes This Domke 701-82B F-802 Reporter's Satchel (Black) Stands Out?

• Sized to fit laptop computers with room for files
• Adjustable Gripper Strap
• Seven compartments
• Expanding front pockets with flaps

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Excellent Reporter's Satchel
The Domke F-802 is exactly what I was looking for in a satchel style photo bag that holds a serious amount of equipment for a days work, easy to access, carry and lays against your body while giving me balance (I sometimes use a cane in one hand to steady myself while walking). Here is what I have put in my bag so far: A Nikon D90 with a Nikkor 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 lens and a MB-80 battery pack attached (may take this off when using this bag); a Nikon Kit 18-105 lens; a Nikon 50 mm 1.8 lens; a SB 600 Speedlight; 2 lens hoods; a flashlight; extra batteries; cards; some manuals; and a Canon G9. And I still have room.

I have also ordered, but not yet received, one 2 compartment and one 3 compartment Domke insert for this bag, but I don't think I will need them. I should also tell you that there aren't any velcro strips on the walls of this bag like the other bags in this line. I really like the versatility this bag offers you.
Why? Well the F-802 doesn't come with...

Excellent, versatile commuter/photog bag at a good price
This is a versatile, affordable case for photogs and commuters.

The space:
* two interior bag-width pockets (1 deeper for laptop)
* two front pockets, each 1/2 bag-width (strap divides them)
* one back magazine pocket
* two flap zippered pockets (strap divides them)

It's a canvas briefcase divided into two main compartments (with various extra pockets), the rear being for a laptop, thus wider (and I think a bit padded), and the front shallower but still being the width of the bag. Each expands generously along with the rest of the canvas bag. If I don't have my laptop, I put an SLR in the back (in a wrap) and an extra lens if I want it, and my notebooks, books, accessories in the front wide pocket. If I have my laptop, I can stuff the SLR in the front pocket, but I have a bulkier bag. No big deal, but not an everyday comfortable way to go.
Two boxy front pockets each have a flap over the top with a Velcro closure; the flaps are covered by...

This is a GREAT bag.
What it lacks on looks is exactly why it excels. If you want to move-about with your gear DISCREETLY, this bag is second-to-none.

I use mine with several Domke inserts to make this bag work for any situation. It's very easy to configure it to haul most anything.

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An absolutely classy and discreet looking bag. It's a wonder these things are so hard to find.

I simply adore this bag (as well as all other Domke bags. I think I have them all, LOL).

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