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Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0

BH #MATCBL001BK • MFR #MATCBL001BK
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Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0
Key Features
  • For Compact DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras
  • Adjustable Height for Custom Camera Fit
  • Protects While Remaining Accessible
  • Fast & Easy Magnetic Closure
Use this Matador Camera Base Layer to keep your compact DSLR or mirrorless camera safe while keeping it fully accessible at the same time for when priceless shot opportunities present themselves. Designed for light impact protection, it has a dry bag inner liner to keep out water and moisture. Carrying options include a top grab handle, an aluminum carabiner, and loops that will accept most third party straps.
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Matador Camera Base Layer Overview

Use this Matador Camera Base Layer to keep your compact DSLR or mirrorless camera safe while keeping it fully accessible at the same time for when priceless shot opportunities present themselves. Designed for light impact protection, it has a dry bag inner liner to keep out water and moisture. Carrying options include a top grab handle, an aluminum carabiner, and loops that will accept most third party straps.

What It Holds
  • Ideal for nature and outdoor photographers
  • Holds a compact DSLR or mirrorless camera with attached lens
  • Adjustable length to accommodate camera/lens combinations of different sizes with a custom fit
  • Macro and micro adjustments to fine-tune the fit
  • Insulated padding protects from bumps and maintains internal temperature
  • Zippered accessory pocket holds lens caps, cleaning cloths, extra batteries, or hand warmers to sustain camera function in extremely frigid conditions
    How It's Made
    • Wear-resistant 420D nylon shell
    • 50D ripstop drybag liner converts to a waterproof drybag to keep gear safe and dry in wet and rainy conditions
    • Magnetic closure system for instant one-handed camera access
    • Leave liner unrolled for fast access, or use the drybag snaps to roll and close drybag for waterproof protection
    • Ultra Tear Strength exterior coating adds waterproof and tear resistance
    • Polyurethane coating adds durable waterproofing
    • Durable Water Repellent coating makes water bead up and slide off
    • 11 x 9 x 0.8" exterior dimensions
    • Weight: 5.5 oz
      How You Carry It
      • Hypalon-reinforced top handle
      • Anodized aluminum carabiner
      • Attach user-supplied camera or bag straps
        UPC: 853190007775

        Matador Camera Base Layer Specs

        Key Specs
        Color
        Black
        Carry/Transport Options
        Camera Strap Pass-Through, Carabiner
        Type of Closure
        Rolltop
        Interior Type
        Empty
        Dimensions
        11 x 9 x 0.8" / 27.9 x 22.9 x 2 cm
        Weight
        5.5 oz / 156 g
        Color
        Black
        Camera Compatibility
        Universal (DSLR / Mirrorless Cameras)
        Carry/Transport Options
        Camera Strap Pass-Through, Carabiner
        Type of Closure
        Rolltop
        Interior Type
        Empty
        Features
        Bottle Pocket
        No
        RFID-Blocking Pockets
        No
        Stand/Tripod Holder
        No
        Security Lock
        No
        General
        Materials
        Exterior: Nylon
        Dimensions
        Exterior
        11 x 9 x 0.8" / 27.9 x 22.9 x 2 cm
        Weight
        5.5 oz / 156 g
        Packaging Info
        Package Weight
        0.42 lb
        Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
        10.9 x 9.3 x 2.8"

        Matador Camera Base Layer Reviews

        Good Quality but doesnt work with Camera body with battery pack

        By Mahesh
        Rated 2 out of 5
        Date: 2026-01-08

        Good Quality but doesnt work with Camera body with battery pack

        Made for the X-T5

        By Diego
        Rated 5 out of 5
        Date: 2023-04-04

        Having recently made the jump from EOS M to Fujifilm X, I was looking for a simple bag/cover that would protect my camera from the elements when going around with a single lens (33mm 1.4). The Matador Base Layer meets the needs well for a few reasons. A lot of the reviews have mentioned that this layer is too small, while that my be true for larger full-frame mirrorless cameras, but not so for the X-T5. Size-wise it does seem as though it was tailor made for most X-Mount cameras, and the marketing materials indicate as much. Feature-wise the expandability of the base layer to handle longer-length lenses will hopefully prove beneficial to me in the future. In the meantime the shortened length is perfect for smaller primes and meets my needs well. The base layer also has a nice secondary pocket at the back that is good for a spare battery/lens cloth and the integrated carabiner clip nice to have for when it's not on the camera itself. The material quality is good and the integrated dry bag gives me an extra sense of comfort when carrying the camera harsher environments. It's especially nice to have a built in dry bag for the cover. All-in all this is a great solution for a minimalist kit to carry around, especially when dealing with harsher weather days.

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        Will a Nikon Z6II with 24-120 lens fit in this ...

        Will a Nikon Z6II with 24-120 lens fit in this case?
        Asked by: Mark
        Yes, a Nikon Z6 II equipped with a NIKKOR Z 24-120mm lens can fit into the Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0.
        Answered by: Kirk R
        Date published: 2022-03-28

        will this fit a Nikon z6iii with 28-400 lens?

        will this fit a Nikon z6iii with 28-400 lens?
        Asked by: Rob
        Unfortunately, that combination is too large for the Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0.
        Answered by: Daniel C
        Date published: 2025-12-26

        Will this fit a Canon R7 with Sigma 16-300mm lens ...

        Will this fit a Canon R7 with Sigma 16-300mm lens attached?
        Asked by: Liz
        The Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0 (B&H# MATCBL001BK) will accommodate a Canon EOS R7 Mirrorless Camera (B&H# CAER7) with the Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary Lens (Canon RF) (B&H# SI1630035C) attached.
        Answered by: Yoni S
        Date published: 2025-10-21

        Will it fit a Sony a7 IV with a tameron 25-200mm G

        Will it fit a Sony a7 IV with a tameron 25-200mm G2?
        Asked by: Preston
        Can confirm this fits as I received my order 😁
        Answered by: Preston
        Date published: 2026-07-23

        Will a Nikon z9 with a 24-70 f2.8 fit?

        Will a Nikon z9 with a 24-70 f2.8 fit?
        Asked by: Johnny
        Yes. The following top loader will accommodate the following camera and lens combo.
        Answered by: hectorm
        Date published: 2022-09-15

        Will this fit the Panasonic G9/GH6 cameras ...

        Will this fit the Panasonic G9/GH6 cameras outfitted with either the 10-25 f/1.7 or 25-50 f/1.7 lenses?
        Asked by: Christopher
        No, the Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0 is too small for either camera setup.
        Answered by: Rob K
        Date published: 2022-09-01

        Will this case fit a Sony a7riv with a24-70mm ...

        Will this case fit a Sony a7riv with a24-70mm f2.8 GMii lens?
        Asked by: Phil
        Unfortunately Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0 is too small for that camera kit.
        Answered by: Daniel C
        Date published: 2022-09-09

        Can you attach a strap to the bag itself on both ...

        Can you attach a strap to the bag itself on both sides?
        Asked by: Jamil
        The Matador Camera Base Layer 2.0 has a top handle and a carabiner loop. Any strap on the sides would have to be mounted on the camera first and that can come out from the sides. The unit is a camera pouch.
        Answered by: Marvin C
        Date published: 2025-03-12
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