I do the same thing with a vest.
Only thing is, after researching the "photographer's" type vest online,
I went to our local outdoor
sporting goods store and bought a fishing vest at the end of the season.
It is khaki colored, very lightweight, has some sort of insect repellent
in/on it, UV protection, is water resistant, and has many pockets of
varying sizes and shapes. Because it was the end of the season, I got
the vest for just under 25.00. Go figure! Has served me well on treks
outdoors as well as on some outdoor assignments.
Candace
r.burnette@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
> Wayne:
>
> I use a photo vest on some photo excursions, such as to the local zoo, parks,
> flower gardens, tourist attractions, events, etc. My primary digital camera
> is an E-510. I usually carry my photo gear in a small, well-packed LowePro
> Nova 1 AW shoulder bag. When I want a light-weight kit, I carry my 50mm
> Macro, an EC-14 Tele Converter, an EX-25 Extension Tube, the 14-42mm and
> 40-150 zooms, an FL-50 flash w/flash diffuser and accessories (extra
> batteries, CF cards, polarizer, etc.)
>
> If I need more "firepower" or am out for an extended shoot, I use the photo
> vest for my 50-200mm zoom and/or my 14-54 zoom (if I think I'll need faster
> zooms than the kit lenses), a water bottle, a small Leatherman tool kit,
> snacks, maps, brochures, etc. If I choose, I can hang a monopod from the vest
> like a policeman's baton.
>
> I find a vest quite comfortable if the weight is reasonably well-distributed.
> The only time it bothers me is in very hot weather. Depending upon vest
> material and design, moderate weather is generally no problem. Inclement
> weather is another matter. A vest doesn't offer much in the way of moisture
> protection. That's a good reason to pack a light-weight plastic rain parka in
> the vest's rear pocket. Having lots of pockets is an asset.
>
> As for practicality, when switching lenses frequently I find that shifting
> appropriate lenses from the camera bag to the vest makes switches much
> quicker and more convenient than using the camera bags and having to
> manipulate clasps, zippers and such. So far, I haven't used the vest on an
> assignment. But, on some assignments I think a photo vest would be more
> convenient than camera bag or backpack. I wouldn't hesitate to wear one.
> YMMV. In that case, don't wear a vest. ;o)
>
> Robert
>
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Wayne Harridge <wayneharridge@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Date: Thursday, March 6, 2008 0:51
> Subject: [OM] Re: OT: New backpack on the way
>
>> Anyone use one of those "photo vests" ?
>>
>> ...Wayne
>>
>> Wayne Harridge
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