Crumpler 6 Million Dollar Home Review
- Product:
- 6 Million Dollar Home (company site)
- What’s Good:
- Pretty much everything
- What’s Bad:
- Velcro is a bit annoying
When I bought Canons 70-200mm lens, I no longer had a camera bag since it doesn't fit into the Slingshot and I wasn't going to start using the Computrekker. This is part 3 in the search of a perfect camera bag. Read part 1: Lowepro Slingshot 100 AW and part 2: Lowepro Computrekker AW. The official description:
A protective environment for your basic photo and or video equipment that doesn't scream "photo bag!". Water resistant 1000D Nylon shell & 420D Ripstop Nylon lining. External pocket with internal mesh pocket
2x hidden internal side pockets. Mesh zip pocket under clip & Velcro release flap. Padded & Brushed Nylon-lined main compartment. Configurable dividers.
Plastic stiffening layer in base. Carry Handle. Adjustable and removeable shoulder strap with removable shoulder pad. Fully padded
Shoulder Bag Design
This is a great shoulder bag with easy access and currently my favorite camera bag. The padded inside material is not as thick as a Lowepro bag but more then enough to be protective. When empty, this bag is also very light.
Size
Crumpler sells these style bags in a number of sizes using a naming scheme starting at 1 million dollar homes up to a bazillion dollar home. I was a bit concerned with the size and based on photos I found on flickr, I almost bought the 5 million dollar home. I didn't want a huge bag but I'm glad I went for the 6. The 6 is a great size and smaller then I had expected. It could probably be a bit thinner at the same width but thats a minor complaint.
What Will it Hold?
It has 3 divided compartments that can hold any combination of items. With the Canon 70-200 f4/L lens attached to a Rebel XT, it just fits with no room to spare.
Ease of Use
There are no zippers and the bag closes with a single flip over flap using velcro and a buckle connection. I find the velcro annoying and unnecessary and would prefer only the buckle. I suppose the velcro does had an extra level of security when you forget to close it.
Weather
There is no rain cover. With no zipper and only a flap covering your gear, I would not consider this water resistant.
Overall
This is a great camera bag and works very well. However, I still need a second bag to carry a laptop. Two thumbs up, with nothing to complain about.
