Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black)

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

I have used Domke bags my entire career (25 years). This is my first bag this size. I had used the compact bag. The size increase was selected as I carry a few more items, such as an Owle Bubo for video work. It is just the right fit.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

I started using a Domke F-1 with my F3HPs years ago. Held 2-3 bodies and 5 lenses with film. When I got a D90 and a new set of lenses, I used the F-1, but it just didn't quite fit right. The newer lenses were longer and fatter and I didn't need room for film, etc. I finally tried the F-4AF and am extremely satisfied.

All the factors I've always liked about Domke bags are still there - light, soft/collapsible, great strap and good materials and workmanship. Plus the bag is just a bit taller for the longer lenses and the spaces are a bit bigger. The result is a great bag for my D7000 and 16-85 with room for 70-300VR, 10-24, 10.5/2.8 and either the 60/2.8G or 105/2.8VR macro. I can substitute the 300/4 AF-S or 200/4 macro for the 70-300 as conditions require. I don't really need the additional pockets, but they can be handy at times and crush down when not filled.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

I have to admit, I'm a real bag person. I have more bags than lenses, and I have a lot of lenses. Not that I cart them all around! I keep trying to find something better than this humble Domke bag, but there is nothing.

In the bag right now:
D700 with 50mm f/1.4 attached--I'm just playing with my 50, what a sweet little lens.
24mm f/1.4
85mm f/1.4
Shoved down the sides within the bag--inside the bag, but OUTSIDE of the inserts (I love these spaces!):
Camera cable, ear buds, batteries, business cards, filters, CF cards, and other odds and ends.

Back pocket: iPhone!
Front pocket: miscellany--not much really--sometimes I put my lens cap in there while shooting. I did just order a beanbag--that may populate that pocket soon. I'll have to evaluate the weight that that adds.

Side pockets:
I carry the bag on my right shoulder. I need fast access to TWO things: my keys (which contain my gym card that I have to slide through a little reader to get into my spin class a few times a week, so I need it FAST.) My wallet, which I also need to whip out quickly at Starbucks (to pull out my Gold Card). So those two things are in the pocket toward the front of my hip. I keep that pocket very uncluttered--just those gym/office access keys and my wallet.

In the other side pocket: Advil, two kinds of sunblock, a proxy brush for my teeth, 3 kinds of lip balm, my CAR key (I have a keyless Prius, so the car only has to sense the key--I almost never need to put my hands on the key) and a cute little container that holds a limited amount of change. So while the barista is pouring my bold roast, I reach back and flip open the pocket and without even really looking I can find that little container with the change (you know, for the tip.)

So that is my daily carry around kit.

Sometimes I like to haul the 70-200 f/2.8 VR II, and guess what? It fits! I mean, even with the other stuff. I can stack two small lenses in one slot, and the telephoto zoom in the other. OR, I can bring the 105 micro with my daily kit. OR, I can bring the 135 DC with my daily kit. OR I can carry the D700, 14-24 and 70-200 and 50. Really, I can carry different configurations with this bag.

And not incidentally, this bag PREVENTS me from carrying everything at once. Which for me, is very useful.

This bag ROCKS. At least for my life situation. (Oh, I did already have that postal shoulder thingy from an earlier Domke bag--so I use that too.)

If it's not clear--I LOVE the pockets. And I love the extra space around and between the padding.

One more thing: this bag shapes itself to you. The canvas makes it hug you and stick a little--this is very nice. It's not bouncing all over the place.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

For once a bag that easily holds what the manufacturer claims. How often do you read holds DSLR and 3 or 4 extra lenses and flash. Yeah, right as long as it's 4 50mm primes. This comfortably holds DSLR with 18-200 attached, plus 2 large zooms and you still have the deep side pockets to fill up. Usual Domke canvas quality. For comfort, buy the Domke shoulder pad to go with it. Only minor criticism is Velcro fastening should be on all sides of the inserts.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

i was using Domke F-2 and it a very comfortable daily work bag , but since am using a canon 70-200mm L and it does not fit into my F-2 very well ,so i pickup a Domke F-4AF PRO bag from B&H online store [...] walaa... my problem solve it can hold my daily basic work gear like Canon 24-70L / 70-200 f2.8L /50mm F1.4 / 580EX II X2 / lightmeter / 5D markII and some misc item like extra battery , wireless flash trigger ...etc all in 1 compact package , Domke never fail to impress me .

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

Good size, I was looking for a bag a bit smaller than the F2, because I already own the F1-x, which is just way too big for practical use. But I went with the F2, because the bottom padding on this one is not removable, making it a bit bulkier.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

Simply put... I love this bag. I was looking for a nice everyday bag for my camera with a zoom lens and a few accessories. This one hit the mark. It's also very well made and very comfortable on my shoulder.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

The pricetag may seem a bit hefty, but this is a quality camera bag that you will use for decades. It's not as tall or wide as appears in the photos, so do some careful measuring about the amount of gear you want to haul before purchasing.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

I use this bag for a small walk around bag. It can comfortably hold a body, 2-3 lenses, tubes, flash, and a 1.4 extender. There's still enough room left over for odds and ends. After a little use, the canvas shapes itself well to your body. This is my fourth Domke bag.

Comments about Domke F-4AF Pro System Bag (Black):

Houses my DSLR, flash, extra lens, and some other odds and ends. Plain and simple, no bells and whistles.