Can I get a low profile DSLR shoulder bag recommendation?

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I'm looking for a bag to hold my Nikon D3200 with lens, and two to three additional lenses, a flash, my iPad, and someplace to store a small tripod. I like the Naneu bags but they don't have a place to store a tripod. The biggest thing is that I don't want a bag that screams, "Camera Bag!", like a lowepro or caselogic bag would. Does anyone out there have a recommendation? And can we keep it under $150?

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Think Tank makes the best bags. I own several of them. Their Retrospective, Urban Disguise, Speed, or City Walker series would work well.

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/categories/shoulder-bags/retrospective.aspx

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/categories/shoulder-bags/urban-disguise.aspx

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/categories/shoulder-bags/speed-convertibles.aspx

http://www.thinktankphoto.com/categories/shoulder-camera-bags/citywalker.aspx

Of course, if you want the ultimate in incognito, you could go with Jill-e Designs (designer camera bags for women) or their associated Jack designs (for men).

http://www.jill-e.com/

http://www.jill-e.com/collections/jack-collection

As a young woman, should I bring my professional camera while traveling alone?

TravelBug

As a young woman, should I bring my professional camera while traveling alone?
I am 18 and have a petite frame, although athletic. I am interested in purchasing a Canon 5D Mark iii or something similar for my solo trip to Europe (Mainly england, france, belgium, and germany) and I am wondering if I will be safe enough traveling alone with a big camera around my neck. I know a lot if based on street smarts and I have quite a bit of common sense; but will people like attack me if they see my camera? This may sound crazy and ignorant, but the thought of not being safe didn't really occur to me until my mother brought it up. I am a very passionate photographer who is currently DSLR-less and in the market for one. There is not way I am going back to point and shoots. Any advice is helpful! Thanks. (Will be traveling Jan-April)

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As a woman I traveled alone, with a camera around my neck part of the time. I started quite young and never felt any less than secure with the camera.
Admitted, my camera was always a cheaper one, never a professional one.

But if you that kind of person, you will not be happy doing your tour without a camera, and you already said, you will not be happy with a point and shoot, (although there are pretty good ones there.)

While your camera is expensive, most people will not see the different between one SLR or the other, and most thieves do not go for the camera of someone who is aware but more for that of someone who is distracted.
When you do not use your camera, carry it in a bag that does not scream 'Expensive camera'. Have it in a protective bag in an old battered backpack.

Do not wander through the less nice parts of the cities.

And make sure you have a good insurance and remember that the few thieves who will mug, will rather just take your camera, do not give them the excuse to hurt you by trying to defend it.

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What should I look for and ask before purchasing a used Canon Rebel 300D DSLR?

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Pelotas101

What sort of questions should I ask to make sure I am receiving the best deal possible?
Hello. I am new to purchasing a DSLR camera and want to be sure I receive the best deal possible. I understand how to use all the controls and have been wishing to finally have a DSLR of my own. Thank you for any advice.

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I bought my used rebel 300d for $275 and I love it. It looks and feels brand new so no regrets there. I suggest you buy it the same place I did:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007YEOA6?ie=UTF8&tag=dailyelect-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0007YEOA6

If you do buy it, get this extension kit as well:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003Y60DZO?ie=UTF8&tag=dailyelect-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003Y60DZO

Hope this helped!

What is a good but cheap DSLR camera for beginner?

Lin

I want to buy a DSLR camera and will take photography classes soon. Can anyone recommend a good but affordable camera for beginners?

I was thinking of getting a Pentax K-x because the price and reviews seem to be okay and it also comes in fun colors. :)

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Any of the entry level DSLRs would keep you happy for a few years. I'd pick either Canon or Nikon. I have a LOT of contact with other photographers and time and time again it seems that either one of those are most likely to make their owners happy.

The most important part is to buy only the best lenses - camera bodies get upgraded, lenses stay with us.
You WILL regret buying cheap lenses.
Don't rush into buying lenses. Start with a kit lens, get to know your camera, that lens, and all photographic principles.
Through time and through use, you will eventually KNOW what other lenses you'll need/want.
The more time you'll take, the less likely you are to regret your choices.

If you know anyone close to you with a camera, consider borrowing lenses and "picking their brain" about their camera and whatever else they know.

Go to a store and hold a few cameras, see how they feel to YOU.

Do lots of research before you buy, and start learning about photography, too.

Keep in mind that buying a DSLR isn't cheap, even if you find a good deal for body and kit lens.

You'll also want and/or need a few other things such as tripod, filters, a bag, sensor cleaning gear, a second battery, memory cards, perhaps a remote shutter release etc.

That's just the small stuff - I can guarantee you that you'll also want more and more lenses.
You'll also want a decent flash some day.

See how that list just goes on and on?
Owning a DSLR isn't cheap - at least not until you have built up a nice stash of gear.

Just some food for thought........

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