In September ThinkTank Photo announced their new CityWalker shoulder camera bags. Here is a quick hands-on review based on a pre-production model (the bag is not shipping yet).
The new CityWalker is available in three different sizes (10, 20 and 30) and two different colors (black and blue). The main features are:
- Dedicated compartment for iPad, or notebook
- Lightweight materials, high capacity design
- Organizational and zippered pockets for accessories
- Soft and flexible to conform to your body
- Removable main insert increases functionality and gives multiple use capability
- Double security front flap closure with Sound Silencers™ Hook/loop and Dual Cross™ buckle
- Expandable front pocket
- Business card slot under the front flap for identification
- Cushioned and padded nonslip shoulder strap for all day comfort
- Seam sealed rain cover
- Convenient top handle for grab and go convenience
- Available in Blue Slate or Black
Technical Specs:
- OD: 12.4” W x 9” H x 6.7” D (31.5 x 23 x 17 cm)
- ID : 10”W x 7.5” H x 5.3” D (25.5 x 19 x 13.5cm)
- Tablet: 10.3” W x 8”H x 0.8” D (26.2 x 20.3 x 2 cm)
- Weight: 1.9-2.1 Lbs. (0.8-0.9 kg)
The bag can fit a full frame DSLR camera with an attached small (prime) lens, 70-200mm f/2.8 lens (reversed hood) and has some extra space for a flash or another small lens.
The main insert is removable and can turn the CityWalker 10 into a regular shoulder bags.
External material: All fabric exterior treated with a DWR coating while fabric underside is coated with PU for superior water resistance, YKK® RC Fuse (abrasion resistant) zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 600D brushed polyester, 250D shadow rip-stop polyester, Derrington™ mesh pockets, antique nickel plated metal hardware, Dual Cross™ Buckle, 3D air mesh, mono mesh, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
Internal material: PE board reinforced removable closed cell foam dividers, 210D silver-toned nylon, PU backed velex liner, 2x PU coated nylon 210T seam-sealed taffeta rain cover, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
You can also use the bag only for lenses (three lenses will easily fit inside).
The CityWalker 10 has the "Sound Silencer" feature that lets you open the bag without the annoying Velcro sounds when you are in a quiet environment.
There are three different pockets that can fit an iPad or another tablet - two inside and one outside of the main compartment.
The CityWalker 10 comes with a rain cover that has an opening on the front for a fast access to the side pocket.
The bag strap is well padded and has non-slip patterns.
The side pockets can fit a water bottle (or a lens).
ThinkTank Photo recently announced the Glass Limo bag and added two new laptop-carrying bags Retrospective 40 and Retrospective 50 to their shoulder bag line:
The Glass Limo's features include:
- Specially designed donut and yolk for large lenses
- Expanded capacity: add up to three modular pouches
- Carry a tripod or a monopod on either side with included straps
- Deluxe organizer on front zippered pocket
- Two zippered internal mesh pockets for accessories
- Water bottle pockets on each side
- Comfortable harness
- Removable padded waist belt
- Can adapt Pro Speed Belt for additional comfort
- Padded removable insert
- Business card holder on top panel
- Seam-sealed rain cover included
Retrospective shoulder bag features:
- Cushioned and padded nonslip shoulder strap for all day comfort
- Sound Silencers™ to turn off the front flap hook and loop for silent operation
- Organizational and zippered pockets for accessories
- Removable divider set for custom layouts
- Convenient carrying handle for grab and go
- Seam sealed rain cover
- Expandable front pocket for DSLR body or accessories
- Business card slot under the front flap for identification
- High quality YKK zippers
- Soft, flexible, lightweight
- Available in Black nylon, Pinestone or Slate Blue cotton canvas
Disclosure: Think Tank Photo is an affiliate sponsor of PhotoRumors.com.
