Today ThinkTank Photo announced a new Retrospective 5 bag. This is the first bag from ThinkTank especially designed for Micro Four Thirds or rangefinder camera systems. I got an early pre-production version few days ago and here are some images:
The shoulder strap has a thick padded breathable cushioned pad:
The "Sound Silencers" underneath the main flap eliminate the loud tearing sound when opening the bag:
The ThinkTank Photo Retrospective 5 bag has plenty of pockets on the inside and outside of the bag:
Like all ThinkTank bag, the Retrospective 5 comes with a rain cover:
Leica M9 and two lenses fit easily in the new bag:
A full frame DSLR will also fit, but here will be limited space - you can probably fit an extra lens or an external flash:
Think Tank Photo to Release New Bag for DSLR, Micro Four Thirds and Rangefinder Cameras
Santa Rosa, Calif. – Think Tank Photo announces that in May it will release the Retrospective® 5, a soft-sided shoulder bag designed for DSLR, Micro Four Thirds, and rangefinder camera equipment. Like the other bags in Think Tank’s Retrospective series, the Retrospective 5 was created as an homage to classic photographers such as Henri Cartier-Bresson and Robert Frank.
Designed for the professional photographer who wants to remain inconspicuous in any situation, its "old-school" look mixes with "new-school" features giving tribute to the days when bags were visually simple but highly functional. It is available in two colors, black and Pinestone.
In one sample configuration, the Retrospective 5 can hold an Olympus PEN E-P2 camera body, a 17mm lens attached with the VF-1 optical viewfinder, a 14-42 mm lens, 40-150 mm lens, a FL-14 Flash, a SEMA-1 External microphone adapter set, a charger, cable and extra battery, and the VF-2 Electronic viewfinder.
Key features include:
- Perfectly sized for DSLR, Micro Four Thirds, and rangefinder camera systems
- Can fit 1 standard size DSLR with 1–3 lenses and accessories or a complete Micro Four Thirds or rangefinder camera system with 3–6 lenses and accessories
- Shoulder strap includes cushioned non-slip pad for long-term comfort
- Sound Silencers eliminate hook-and-loop noise when opening bag
- Zippered pockets and organizational pockets for accessories
- Removable divider set for layout customization included
- Convenient carrying handle for quick transport
- Seam-sealed rain cover included
- Business card window under the front flap for identification
- Expandable front pocket fits a pro size DSLR body or accessories
- High quality YKK zippers
- Soft, flexible and lightweight
- Interior Dimensions: 9.5" W x 7.8" H x 4.5" D (24 x 19.5 x 11.5 cm)
- Exterior Dimensions: 10" W x 8.5" H x 6" D (25.5 x 21.5 x 15 cm)
- Weight: 2.3 lbs (1 kg)
- Lifetime Warranty
- Expected release date: May 2nd, 2011
- Price: $129
Disclosure: Think Tank Photo is an affiliate partner of PhotoRumors.com. You can get a free camera bag for orders of $50 or more directly from Think Tank Photo if you follow this link. The shopping cart system will automatically ask you which one you’d like to add to your order.
I am currently giving away a black ThinkTank Photo Retrospective 5 bag over at LeicaRumors.com.
