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Lowepro's Event Messenger bags could be just the ticket if you're looking for a camera bag that's discrete but capacious. Three sizes are available in this new line of shoulder bags, with capacities that range from a compact camera plus accessories to a DSLR with a couple of lenses and a 13-inch laptop. In line with the company's traditions, all three bags are thoughtfully designed and well-made.

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8 rating

A fit-over adapter for softening the light from electronic flash guns.The orbis ring flash adapter has been developed with the specific aim of providing SLR photographers with a softer light source from their accessory flash guns. Made from tough ABS plastic it has a ribbed grip with lugs for the supplied tethering strap. Above this sits a 42 mm thick annulus with a translucent front panel and internal mirrors that direct the light forward.

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leadpic_Flipside400AW

8.5 rating

A robust backpack for bushwalking professional and enthusiast photographers who require weatherproof protection for their equipment.Announced in August 2008, Lowepro's Flipside 400 AW joins an extensive range of camera backpacks produced by this enterprising company. The largest in the Flipside series, it's targeted at professional photographers and serious enthusiasts - particularly outdoors enthusiasts - who want to carry a couple of camera bodies plus lenses and accessories, providing a pr...

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8.5 rating

A non-padded, lightweight, modular system of equipment pouches than can be worn on belts or harnesses.Modular systems represent a relatively new type of 'camera bag' but they've become quite popular with some professional photographers (especially photojournalists and multi-media shooters - because they're designed to be customised. You simply purchase a belt or harness and then add the required pouches and hangers to carry your kit. This system is exemplified by the Skin Set from ThinkTank P...

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leadpic_ANT1

8.5 rating

A capacious backpack for serious photographers who frequently travel by air.ThinkTank Photo is a new brand name in the Australian market with products that are designed by photographers for photographers. The company's design philosophy focuses on 'speed' and 'accessibility', helping photographers to 'be ready' when a photo opportunity presents itself. Three of the company's designers are photographers (the fourth is a former Lowepro designer), while the 'design board', which provides directi...

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leadpic_Velbon-ULTRA-MAXi-M

8 rating

A lightweight tripod for travellers and bushwalkers.Velbon's Ultra Maxi tripods combine compact size with light weight and feature a patented Trunnion Shaft System (TSS) which minimises their length when folded. Each unit is supplied with a sturdy nylon carry-bag that has dual drawstring closures and a sling strap for easy carrying. Compact enough to fit into a backpack they are ideal for travellers and bushwalkers.

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A fast, portable reader for the latest high-speed CF and SD memory cards.We've been using Lexar's Professional UDMA dual slot memory card reader for a few months and have been very impressed by its compact size, sensible design and operational efficiency. With a 72 x 65 mm footprint and a weight of just under 67 grams, it's small enough to pack into a laptop bag and takes up very little desk space, making it ideal for photographers who work in the studio and/or on location.

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