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Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray)
- Price: $187.50
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # THRS30G
- Mfr# 766
Product Highlights
- For 1 Pro DSLR/70-200mm f/2.8 Sideways
- For 1 Pro DSLR Body, 2-4 Lenses
- Two Expandable Front Pockets for DSLRs
- Sound Silencers Eliminate Opening Noises
- Main Flap Covers Bag / Hides Gear
- Inside Organizer Pocket for Accessories
- Customizable Interior Dividers
- Rear Storage Paper Pocket/Side Pockets
- Rain Cover
- Web Loops Accept Optional Pouches
The pinestone gray Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag from Think Tank is a discreet and simple bag designed for the photographer who carries a system such as one pro DSLR with a 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom attached to the camera. And, with its wider size, the camera and lens combo can be stored sideways within the bag. Or, it can hold two pro DSLRs in its two front expandable pockets and 2-4 lenses in the main compartment. The difference between the Retrospective 30 and the smaller 10 and 20 models of the same bag are the 30's two front expandable pockets. The smaller versions only have one. However, the interior dividers are still customizable to accommodate the gear you carry on any given day.
The large front flap covers the entire bag and prevents anyone from seeing what's inside. The hook & loop closure is unique with its Sound Silencer system that eliminate the tearing sound normally encountered when you open a camera bag. This is especially valuable when you are shooting in quiet venues like courts, wedding services or chess matches.
The inside of the bag contains an organizer pocket that is perfect for a note pad, mic, or small pack of tissues. Two collapsible nylon pockets are inside and are designed to hold a flash or other similar sized accessory.
As mentioned, outside, two expandable pockets are large enough for two pro size DSLR bodies. The back of bag has a wide storage pocket that is made to hold collateral material like paperwork, maps or a note pad. Additional webbing loops are found outside to hold some small Modular, Skin or Multimedia pouches. Or, you can attach a carabiner to it for quick access items like keys. Two side pockets will hold small water bottles or even some small shoe-mount strobe lights. Under the main flap, you have a business card holder.
The carry handle is removable and the shoulder strap contains some non-slip material to keep the bag stable while moving. There's also a breathable cushioned pad along the strap to aid in positioning.
For complete protection, there's a neat rain cover that can be rapidly deployed when the weather turns sour. The cover has been configured to allow the handle and strap to extend but not interfere with the security of your gear. The Retrospective is backed by Think Tank's lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects.
- The exterior of each Retrospective shoulder bag is purposefully simple, allowing photographers to inconspicuously blend into their shooting environment
- The "Sound Silencers" underneath the main flap eliminate the loud tearing sound hook-and-loop makes while opening the bag. Simply release the Sound Silencer panels and cover the hook-and-loop strips to prevent the hook-and-loop from contacting
- A clear business card pocket, for identification and spare cards, is located under the main flap
- Hook-and-loop panels securely fastens the main flap down keeping valuable photo equipment hidden from view
- An organizer pocket is located inside the main compartment. It gives photographers enough space for small, but significant, accessories necessary for a successful shoot
- All the dividers inside the bag are removable so the interior can be customized to any photographer's set of gear
- Inside the main compartment are two collapsible nylon pockets (one on each side). These pockets are tall enough to fit most flash units or other accessories. A hook-and-loop strap can be used to secure the contents or it can be tucked into the pocket for quicker access
- Two front expandable pockets can be used to carry two pro size DSLR bodies
- A wide storage pocket is located on the back of the Retrospective. This pocket can be used to carry small maps, booklets or other paperwork
- Removable carrying handle
- A fully adjustable, canvas strap is integrated into the bag. For extra comfort, a breathable cushioned pad slides along the strap for optimum positioning. Sections of non-slip material on the pad helps keep the entire strap on your shoulder
- Webbing loops on both sides of the Retrospective can be used to carry some small Modular, Skin or Multimedia pouches on the side of the bag. Alternatively, a carabiner (not included) can be used to quickly clip accessories to the the sides of the bag as well
- Side pockets on both sides can be used to carry smaller water bottles and will even fit some shoe-mounted strobe units
- The included seam-sealed rain cover was specially designed to keep the carrying handle and integrated shoulder strap outside the rain cover without compromising protection from the elements
- Compatibility
-
One pro DSLR with 70-200mm f/2.8 lens attached in the main compartment held sideways
Two pro DSLRs in the dual front pockets and 2-4 lenses in the main compartment
- Carry-On Form Factor
- FAA and airline carry-on specifications are subject to change without notice, please check with your airline before designating this case as a carry-on item. Most airlines require carry-on items to have an external linear measurement that is equal to or less than 45.0" (114.3 cm). The external dimensions of this case add up to 33.5" (85.1 cm)
| Material |
Exterior: Treated with DWR (Durable Water Repellent) while fabric underside is coated with PU (polyurethane) for superior water resistance, sand-washed 100% cotton canvas, antique nickel plated metal hardware, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread Interior: Removable closed cell foam inserts with PE (polyethylene) board stiffener, 210D silver-toned nylon, PU backed velex, 2x PU coated nylon 210T taffeta rain cover, 3-ply bonded nylon thread |
| Type of Closure | Hook & Loop |
| Exterior Dimensions | 16.0 x 10.5 x 7.0" (40.6 x 26.7 x 17.8 cm) |
| Interior Dimensions |
15.0 x 9.5 x 6.0" (38.1 x 24.1 x 15.2 cm) Bag softness and flexibility allows expansion to carry a pro size DSLR with lens attached, facing down |
| Tripod Holder | No |
| Carrying/Transport Options |
Canvas strap Removable carry handle Accepts optional Modular, Skin or Multimedia pouches |
| Weight | 3.2 lb (1.5 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable strap (10)
- Durable (9)
- Good protection (9)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily transport (9)
- Travel (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
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Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I like everything about this bag. The size is neither too big or too small. Great for a 2 body 2 lens 2 flash setup. The rain cover is useful too. Only thing is, the color is a bit greener than I thought. Wish it could've been just grey.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I bought this bag as an alternative of my domke series. I have been using domke J-1, f-2, f-4.
Actually, I like those. But, I just felt that I need a fresh air!
So, I looked around a new one for me. And, I got this one.
Basically, it has a good feature.
Looks nice, and fits well.
Especially, the division is very well made.
Recommandable!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
When i first starting looking for a new camera bag I read the different reviews. Like a lot of people that settled on the Retrospective bags from Think Tank I was looking for a bag that did not per say look like a camera bag. I was also looking for a bag that was built with quality materials and craftsmanship. I think Think Tank made a great bag with the Retrospective 30, this bag has a great design and I am able to hold all my gear with a lot of room to grow. Canon 5D Mark III with 24-105mm AttachedSigma 70-300 with hood reversedCanon 50mm 1.4 with hood reversedCanon 580EXII Canon Battery packs (3)Xrite ColorChecker PassportMemory Cards (SDXC and Compact Flash)This bag also holds my iPad (if the case is removed)This is just some of the stuff I have in this bag and there is still a lot of room to grow and I think this bag will last for years to come.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Storage
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I recently got this bag for my Nikon D700 and a 50mm 1.4 lens with the intention of having extra space for another lens or two down the road. this bag is made extremely well and feels very secure. I LOVE that i can essentially make the front velcro closure appear and disappear causing it to be silent if i want to be in a situation where i open my bag quietly. The material is awesome and i love that it doesn't have a "typical camera bag" look about it and feels pretty "rustic". I was trying to decide between the Domke F-2 and was having a hard time and went to a local shop to check them out, and this bag just felt better constructed and more protective than the Domke. SUPER happy with this purchase and wouldn't hesitate to purchase another thinktank in the future.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I use this bag for short day trips. It has tons of room, I keep it loaded with everything I could possibly need. It is easy to work out of, which is the main reason I got it. I love the silent velcro. Even without the velcro on, the gear feels secure but is easy to access. The strap is very comfortable and easy to adjust. Build quality is excellent, it should last a lifetime. For me, the quality and functionality is the most important thing, but it is also a great looking bag. If I am not hiking in to a location, this is the bag I use. For hiking I use a Tamrac Evolution 8, which I am also very happy with.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Compact
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I've owned numerous brands/types of camera bags and this is by far my favorite. It is large enough to hold all necessary items but not so large that it becomes cumbersome. This is my first ThinkTank product and I'm so pleased with the build quality that I plan on selling my current rolling case and replacing it with a ThinkTank equivalent case. I love all the detail and care put into the design of this bag. The shoulder strap is very well built and padded for comfort. It comes with a rain cover, heavy duty zippers, and neat features such as the ability to silence the velcro on the main cover. I absolutely love this bag!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Incase Designs Corp DSLR Sling Pack (Black), Case Logic SLRC-205 SLR Sling, Lowepro Pro Roller x100 Case
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Good looking
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
- Roomy
Cons
- Cost
- Dividers Could Be Better
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Day Trips
- Events
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
Great looking bag that is tantalizingly close to perfection.
It holds more than you think it possibly could while still managing not to look like a dorky photographers bag.
I've used it on two day trips/events and yesterday took the following to a Bar Mitzvah in it: Canon pro body, 70-200, 24-70, 16-35 (all bulky 2.8s), three flashes, three pocket wizards, cables and other misc junk. The secret is the front pockets that take up no room when not in use but can swallow two flashes or a lens each when you want them to.
A very comfortable non-slip strap is provided and the bag itself has a Goldilocks-like not-to-floppy yet not-uncomfortably-rigid feeling while being worn even when well laden.
Negatives: Like all 'good' bags it's not cheap.
In terms of space management, The dividers could be better. It will take a pro body with L series lens attached (up to 70-200) vertically in the center which is what I do, but this also 'wastes' a lot of space around the lens. I'm sure I'll figure a solution for this that will allow me to use that space around the lens (with the body at the top end) for wallets, keys, cards, cables or other small items. Also at each end, a pair of 2.8 lenses don't fit side by side, but you can stack them on their sides longitudinally (one above the other) quite efficiently. Yet, to make this work you really only want velcro only on one end of the wee dividers between the lenses so it hinges up like a flap for easy access to the bottom lens. Easy enough to do yourself, but again, with a little more thought Think Tank could have done this for us.
A minor whinge that applies to almost all bags is the provision of a few more more thin, semi-transparent or mesh 'pockets' of all sizes for more media cards, notebooks, cleaning cloths and other bits and pieces. This bag has quite a few useful pockets but you can never have enough storage nooks and crannies in a camera bag.
I've not tried putting a skinny laptop in the long pocket at the back of the bag but my wee MacBook Air should would easily fit although perhaps at the sacrifice of some comfort while wearing the bag against your side.
I have a few bags for different purposes and each is 'quite' close to perfection but annoyingly not quite so. Yet with a little more thought, the Mark 2 version of this, if it ever appears, could be the perfect day or weekend getaway bag. Its a shame that 'perfect' photo bags are so elusive given that all we want to do is cart around photo gear...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Attractive
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Large Capacity Good Size
Cons
- Fairly Bulky
Best Uses
- Weddings
- Working
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
This is my first Think Tank bag, but it definitely wont be the last. The main points follow:
1. The build quality is great. The classic pinestone finish and the little touches like velcro silencers set this bag apart from similar items. I've used the bag for two weddings so far this year putting various strain on the pouches and pockets with no visible change to condition. I'm very happy with how rugged it feels and looks and how well it's been holding up so far. I only wish it was a little softer and more form fitting from the factory. I assume a fair bit more use will break it in.
2. The available storage space is impressive. I can fit 2 bodies (5d Mk2 & 40D), a 70-200 2.8 IS, 3 primes, 2 zooms, and two flashes in the bag with no problems. The bag comes with a small collection of additional dividers which help keep the lenses from smacking each other once inside. The only problem is I can now carry more gear than my shoulders permit for long periods of time. This isn't an issue during a wedding, and I appreciate being able to flip open the top flap and just toss the gear in without worrying about making it fit.
3. The other small pockets and carrying strap add valued functionality. With 2 large side pockets and 2 large front pockets, I'm able to carry or store a couple more camera bodies or flashes on the fly. With the small collection of pen holders, business card holder, and slim pockets for pads of paper, batteries, and a loop hook for a memory card holder (Pixel Rocket), you're able to hold a lot of stuff.
Overall, I'm very impressed with this bag. It's much larger than my Crumpler 6 MDH, and Domke F-5XC, but it serves it's purpose well. I would choose a smaller bag to walk around with, but for working and needing a lot on hand, it's great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Compact
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
This is a great bag. I own several Think Tank bags, and all are well designed and quality. I wanted a mid-size bag for travel and shooting concerts. This bag holds my D4, D800, 70-200 f2.8, 85 f1.4. 35 f1.4 and 50 f1.4 lens. It has a rain cover and hold batteries and cards. I use Black Rapid straps, which can be bulky, but while all this is a tight fit, this bag holds it all. The bag does not look like a traditional camera bag, so you can walk around with your gear without being noticed as much as with other bags. The bag flap has Velcro, but the design lets you cover the Velcro for quiet opening and closing if silence is more important than having a securely closed bag. I liked it so much that I also bought the Retrospective 20 so I could choose between a tall or a wide bag depending on the shoot.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Retrospective 20
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
Excellent quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-10
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable strap (10)
- Durable (9)
- Good protection (9)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily transport (9)
- Travel (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 10 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I like everything about this bag. The size is neither too big or too small. Great for a 2 body 2 lens 2 flash setup. The rain cover is useful too. Only thing is, the color is a bit greener than I thought. Wish it could've been just grey.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I bought this bag as an alternative of my domke series. I have been using domke J-1, f-2, f-4.
Actually, I like those. But, I just felt that I need a fresh air!
So, I looked around a new one for me. And, I got this one.
Basically, it has a good feature.
Looks nice, and fits well.
Especially, the division is very well made.
Recommandable!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
When i first starting looking for a new camera bag I read the different reviews. Like a lot of people that settled on the Retrospective bags from Think Tank I was looking for a bag that did not per say look like a camera bag. I was also looking for a bag that was built with quality materials and craftsmanship. I think Think Tank made a great bag with the Retrospective 30, this bag has a great design and I am able to hold all my gear with a lot of room to grow. Canon 5D Mark III with 24-105mm AttachedSigma 70-300 with hood reversedCanon 50mm 1.4 with hood reversedCanon 580EXII Canon Battery packs (3)Xrite ColorChecker PassportMemory Cards (SDXC and Compact Flash)This bag also holds my iPad (if the case is removed)This is just some of the stuff I have in this bag and there is still a lot of room to grow and I think this bag will last for years to come.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Storage
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I recently got this bag for my Nikon D700 and a 50mm 1.4 lens with the intention of having extra space for another lens or two down the road. this bag is made extremely well and feels very secure. I LOVE that i can essentially make the front velcro closure appear and disappear causing it to be silent if i want to be in a situation where i open my bag quietly. The material is awesome and i love that it doesn't have a "typical camera bag" look about it and feels pretty "rustic". I was trying to decide between the Domke F-2 and was having a hard time and went to a local shop to check them out, and this bag just felt better constructed and more protective than the Domke. SUPER happy with this purchase and wouldn't hesitate to purchase another thinktank in the future.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I use this bag for short day trips. It has tons of room, I keep it loaded with everything I could possibly need. It is easy to work out of, which is the main reason I got it. I love the silent velcro. Even without the velcro on, the gear feels secure but is easy to access. The strap is very comfortable and easy to adjust. Build quality is excellent, it should last a lifetime. For me, the quality and functionality is the most important thing, but it is also a great looking bag. If I am not hiking in to a location, this is the bag I use. For hiking I use a Tamrac Evolution 8, which I am also very happy with.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Compact
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
I've owned numerous brands/types of camera bags and this is by far my favorite. It is large enough to hold all necessary items but not so large that it becomes cumbersome. This is my first ThinkTank product and I'm so pleased with the build quality that I plan on selling my current rolling case and replacing it with a ThinkTank equivalent case. I love all the detail and care put into the design of this bag. The shoulder strap is very well built and padded for comfort. It comes with a rain cover, heavy duty zippers, and neat features such as the ability to silence the velcro on the main cover. I absolutely love this bag!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Incase Designs Corp DSLR Sling Pack (Black), Case Logic SLRC-205 SLR Sling, Lowepro Pro Roller x100 Case
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Good looking
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
- Roomy
Cons
- Cost
- Dividers Could Be Better
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Day Trips
- Events
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
Great looking bag that is tantalizingly close to perfection.
It holds more than you think it possibly could while still managing not to look like a dorky photographers bag.
I've used it on two day trips/events and yesterday took the following to a Bar Mitzvah in it: Canon pro body, 70-200, 24-70, 16-35 (all bulky 2.8s), three flashes, three pocket wizards, cables and other misc junk. The secret is the front pockets that take up no room when not in use but can swallow two flashes or a lens each when you want them to.
A very comfortable non-slip strap is provided and the bag itself has a Goldilocks-like not-to-floppy yet not-uncomfortably-rigid feeling while being worn even when well laden.
Negatives: Like all 'good' bags it's not cheap.
In terms of space management, The dividers could be better. It will take a pro body with L series lens attached (up to 70-200) vertically in the center which is what I do, but this also 'wastes' a lot of space around the lens. I'm sure I'll figure a solution for this that will allow me to use that space around the lens (with the body at the top end) for wallets, keys, cards, cables or other small items. Also at each end, a pair of 2.8 lenses don't fit side by side, but you can stack them on their sides longitudinally (one above the other) quite efficiently. Yet, to make this work you really only want velcro only on one end of the wee dividers between the lenses so it hinges up like a flap for easy access to the bottom lens. Easy enough to do yourself, but again, with a little more thought Think Tank could have done this for us.
A minor whinge that applies to almost all bags is the provision of a few more more thin, semi-transparent or mesh 'pockets' of all sizes for more media cards, notebooks, cleaning cloths and other bits and pieces. This bag has quite a few useful pockets but you can never have enough storage nooks and crannies in a camera bag.
I've not tried putting a skinny laptop in the long pocket at the back of the bag but my wee MacBook Air should would easily fit although perhaps at the sacrifice of some comfort while wearing the bag against your side.
I have a few bags for different purposes and each is 'quite' close to perfection but annoyingly not quite so. Yet with a little more thought, the Mark 2 version of this, if it ever appears, could be the perfect day or weekend getaway bag. Its a shame that 'perfect' photo bags are so elusive given that all we want to do is cart around photo gear...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Images shared by Kiwibonds
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(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)
Was this review helpful? Yes / No
- You may also flag this review
Pros
- Attractive
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Large Capacity Good Size
Cons
- Fairly Bulky
Best Uses
- Weddings
- Working
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
This is my first Think Tank bag, but it definitely wont be the last. The main points follow:
1. The build quality is great. The classic pinestone finish and the little touches like velcro silencers set this bag apart from similar items. I've used the bag for two weddings so far this year putting various strain on the pouches and pockets with no visible change to condition. I'm very happy with how rugged it feels and looks and how well it's been holding up so far. I only wish it was a little softer and more form fitting from the factory. I assume a fair bit more use will break it in.
2. The available storage space is impressive. I can fit 2 bodies (5d Mk2 & 40D), a 70-200 2.8 IS, 3 primes, 2 zooms, and two flashes in the bag with no problems. The bag comes with a small collection of additional dividers which help keep the lenses from smacking each other once inside. The only problem is I can now carry more gear than my shoulders permit for long periods of time. This isn't an issue during a wedding, and I appreciate being able to flip open the top flap and just toss the gear in without worrying about making it fit.
3. The other small pockets and carrying strap add valued functionality. With 2 large side pockets and 2 large front pockets, I'm able to carry or store a couple more camera bodies or flashes on the fly. With the small collection of pen holders, business card holder, and slim pockets for pads of paper, batteries, and a loop hook for a memory card holder (Pixel Rocket), you're able to hold a lot of stuff.
Overall, I'm very impressed with this bag. It's much larger than my Crumpler 6 MDH, and Domke F-5XC, but it serves it's purpose well. I would choose a smaller bag to walk around with, but for working and needing a lot on hand, it's great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Compact
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
This is a great bag. I own several Think Tank bags, and all are well designed and quality. I wanted a mid-size bag for travel and shooting concerts. This bag holds my D4, D800, 70-200 f2.8, 85 f1.4. 35 f1.4 and 50 f1.4 lens. It has a rain cover and hold batteries and cards. I use Black Rapid straps, which can be bulky, but while all this is a tight fit, this bag holds it all. The bag does not look like a traditional camera bag, so you can walk around with your gear without being noticed as much as with other bags. The bag flap has Velcro, but the design lets you cover the Velcro for quiet opening and closing if silence is more important than having a securely closed bag. I liked it so much that I also bought the Retrospective 20 so I could choose between a tall or a wide bag depending on the shoot.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Retrospective 20
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Durable
- Good Protection
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Think Tank Photo Retrospective 30 Shoulder Bag (Pinestone Gray):
Excellent quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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