Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack
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The Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack (Black) is designed to carry a digital SLR camera with zoom lens attached, additional lenses and accessories. The case is made from reinforced Nycore grid with TST interior rib structures protection. It has a Yelloop and smooth lining with EVA and polyethylene closed-cell foam padding. There are 3 removable dividers that can be used to customize the interior. The pack has 2 large padded side pockets that will hold lenses and/or a flash, and 2 built-in pockets for storing media cards and batteries. The removable raincover folds neatly away into an integrated pocket and it can be hung out to dry on the small buckle next to the handle. The waistpack is carried by a padded grip handle, a thickly padded waist belt or a removable, adjustable shoulder strap. It is compatible with the Kata EPH system which allows the pack to be connected to other bags.
- Construction
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- Reinforced Nycore grid exterior
- TST interior rib structures protection
- Yelloop and smooth lining interior
- EVA and polyethylene closed-cell foam
- One large moveable divider
- Two small moveable dividers
- Zipper closure
- Pockets
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- Two large padded side pockets will hold lenses or a flash
- Two built-in pockets for storing media cards and batteries
- Removable raincover folds neatly away into an integrated pocket and can be hung out to dry on the small buckle next to the handle
- Carrying options
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- Padded grip handle
- Thickly padded waist belt
- Removable, adjustable shoulder strap
- Compatible with the Kata EPH system which allows the pack to be connected to other bags
| Material |
Exterior: Reinforced Nycore grid fabric Interior: TST rib structures protection Interior: Yelloop and smooth lining Interior: EVA and polyethylene closed-cell foam |
| Type of Closure | Zippers |
| Exterior Dimensions |
16.1 x 5.5 x 8.7" (41 x 14 x 22cm) (LxWxH) Side pocket: 5.0 x 4.0 x 7-8" (12.7 x 10.2 x 17.8 - 20.3 cm) |
| Interior Dimensions | 6.7 x 5.1 x 8.1" (17 x 13 x 20.5cm) (LxWxH) |
| Tripod Holder | No |
| Waist Belt | Yes |
| Accommodates | Digital SLR camera with zoom lens attached, additional lenses and accessories |
| Carrying/Transport Options |
Padded handle Padded waist belt Shoulder strap |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs (680g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (11)
- Easy to load (10)
- Lightweight (10)
- Highly adjustable (9)
- Large capacity (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel (10)
- Wet weather (6)
- Day hikes (5)
- Cycling (4)
- Day trip (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual adventurer (3), Outdoor professional (3)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (10)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (13)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Traveling Bag
This is now one of my favorite bags while I am walking a lot. I took this to several hiking trips, Disneyland, and some site seeing tours recently. I mainly use a Nikon ...Read complete review
This is now one of my favorite bags while I am walking a lot. I took this to several hiking trips, Disneyland, and some site seeing tours recently. I mainly use a Nikon D700, 24-70 2.8 lens, 80-200 2.8 lens, and the SB-900 flash. Yes all of this will fit in the bag.First of all to get all that stuff in the bag you have to have it all apart so it's not as easy to access on the fly. The center pocket will hold the 80-200 and the D700 body while the side pockets would hold the other lens and the flash. However I don't like to have it like this.My camera will typically be out of the bag with one of the lenses. The other lens will be in the center pocket and the flash will be on the side. On the other side I like to keep a water bottle as I am usually out all day. The cinching system for the water bottle is handy, but it's a little bit annoying to have the flap open because the water bottle sticks out. I carried a monopod with me and I stuck it in the back area with the padding. I'm not sure if a tripod would fit there, but the monopod was fine and it was still comfortable.The rain cover is nice and easy to carry around. The strapping system is also good, I kept the waste belt on the entire time and then used the shoulder strap across my chest which gave it more support.This is a great bag and I enjoy using it on most of my travels. It's a minimalist bag so it keeps things lightweight. If it were a little bit taller it could fit more but then I could also say if it were a little bit smaller it would be less weight. They should look into putting a pad on the shoulder strap and that would complete the masterpiece in my opinion.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Too small and unwieldy
I bought this and tried for several days to make it work. My needs were too much for it and I ended up having to go with a backpack - 3 lenses (one is ...Read complete review
I bought this and tried for several days to make it work. My needs were too much for it and I ended up having to go with a backpack - 3 lenses (one is a 70-200mm) were just too much. If you have a small camera and 2 lenses, you could make this work. My gear fit, but not all the accessories and the weight made the pack tip over unless the shoulder strap was also worn to triangulate the load. Nicely made, and felt nice on the hip, but just be sure your needs are small.
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
Cons
- Not enough straps
Best Uses
- Cycling
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
I am a casual photographer,real good pack for short outings
Love the lid that opens away from the wearer.
Needs a way to hold a mono/tri-pod.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Compact
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Travel
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
Excellent product. Great for both storage and the field. Light weight and compact with easy accessibility a big plus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
Perfect little pack for a camera and a couple lenses. If you are using it professionally, at a sporting event, for example, the weight isn't distributed evenly and I have found it useful to add another lens pouch to the back of the belt so that my back doesn't hurt from the front weight.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Strap
- Compact
- Durable
- Good Protection
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Transport
- Storage
- Travel
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
The thing about this bag that is great is the one side pocket can hold a water bottle for those hot days. Very light weight. Love it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large capacity
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Cycling
- Day trip
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
I usually use a backpack for my photographic outings. During the summer months, the backpack gets hot, so I looked at a waist pack for a warm weather substitute. The DW-495 DPS Waist Pack gives me room for my camera with an attached lens (a 75-300 Zoom), and either 2 more lenses or one lens and a bottled water. The pack is functional and not uncomfortable to wear.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good padding
- Lightweight
Cons
- Small Capacity
Best Uses
- Cycling
- Day trip
- Hiking
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
Great for lightweight shooting
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good padding
- Highly Adjustable
- Large capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
- No strap padding
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Commuting
- Cycling
- Day trip
- Hiking
- Travel
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
This is now one of my favorite bags while I am walking a lot. I took this to several hiking trips, Disneyland, and some site seeing tours recently. I mainly use a Nikon D700, 24-70 2.8 lens, 80-200 2.8 lens, and the SB-900 flash. Yes all of this will fit in the bag.First of all to get all that stuff in the bag you have to have it all apart so it's not as easy to access on the fly. The center pocket will hold the 80-200 and the D700 body while the side pockets would hold the other lens and the flash. However I don't like to have it like this.My camera will typically be out of the bag with one of the lenses. The other lens will be in the center pocket and the flash will be on the side. On the other side I like to keep a water bottle as I am usually out all day. The cinching system for the water bottle is handy, but it's a little bit annoying to have the flap open because the water bottle sticks out. I carried a monopod with me and I stuck it in the back area with the padding. I'm not sure if a tripod would fit there, but the monopod was fine and it was still comfortable.The rain cover is nice and easy to carry around. The strapping system is also good, I kept the waste belt on the entire time and then used the shoulder strap across my chest which gave it more support.This is a great bag and I enjoy using it on most of my travels. It's a minimalist bag so it keeps things lightweight. If it were a little bit taller it could fit more but then I could also say if it were a little bit smaller it would be less weight. They should look into putting a pad on the shoulder strap and that would complete the masterpiece in my opinion.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Highly Adjustable
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Enough Pockets
- Small capacity
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Light Loads
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
I bought this and tried for several days to make it work. My needs were too much for it and I ended up having to go with a backpack - 3 lenses (one is a 70-200mm) were just too much. If you have a small camera and 2 lenses, you could make this work. My gear fit, but not all the accessories and the weight made the pack tip over unless the shoulder strap was also worn to triangulate the load. Nicely made, and felt nice on the hip, but just be sure your needs are small.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Extended Hikes
- Heavy Loads
- Light Loads
- School
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
I love this pack. I never can find waist packs big enough to hold my video gear when shooting weddings. I like to have a small HD camera as back up vixia 40 and fits in there great. I can carry extra sony 970 batteries, my on camera light, tapes and SDHC cards and my wireless microphones and hand held for interviews at weddings. It is big, so sometimes I wear it behind but it is easily accessible. It totally serves my purposes. It also has a shoulder strap. This would be a great pack to take on vacation as well.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Heavy Loads
- Light Loads
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
When I have less to carry I use this in lieu of a backpack. Everything is in front of you and readily accessible.
I don't see any problems with this item. When I need to change a lens, add a filter, grab my glasses... they're all right there. I've been looking for a good waist pack for a while. I'm glad my search is over!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy accessibility
- Easy To Load
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
Cons
- None so far
Best Uses
- Extended Hikes
- Travel
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
Used bag for a day in the City and it was so comfortable. The only problem that I had was going on the subway with the turnstyle. Love the stap for around the neck and carry handle- very versital
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Not Enough Pockets
Best Uses
- Heavy Loads
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
just took this bag on a one week trip to europe. it fit my Rebel t2i with 2 extra lenses, batteries, charger and cleaning kit rather nicely
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Wet Weather
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
It was a little larger than I wanted (I am a very petit woman) but I put everything in it I wanted! I have 1 lens, 1 -550 flash, memory cards, several extra batteries, business cards, color checker, note pad, pen and camera in mine!
I used it at a wedding last week, even though it is large, I had no problem just turning it to my back so it was out of my way. It was great having everything I needed quickly at my side!! I will definitely use it for sports and location work too!!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
- Large Capacity
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- Extended Hikes
- Light Loads
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
just what i expected from kata
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Load
- Good Suspension
- Highly Adjustable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Hikes
- School
- Travel
- Wet Weather
Comments about Kata DW-495 DPS Waist Pack:
Good bag! Nikon D700 fits just right in. You have 2 pockets to carry lenses. But there will be little space left for the extra stuff. I do not carry the "whole caboodle" - so I like it.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
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What's in the Box
- Large Divider
- 2 x Small Dividers
- Shoulder Strap
- Raincover
- 5-Year Warranty
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