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Tamrac Micro Explorer DSLR Camera Bag
- Carries and protects a digital camera and accessories such as an AC adapter or a compact digital camcorder.
- Main comparent features a foam-padded divider and Dual-Foam Technology¿ for shock protection and a custom fit to equipment.
- front pocket features Tamrac's patented Memory & Battery Management System¿ that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries.
- Speed Pocket on the front flap secures and provides quick access to small accessories, while the Total Coverage Top with quick-release buvkle and zipper closures provides weather protection.
- Adjustable shoulder strap, EasyGrip¿ carrying handle and belt loops provide convenient carrying options.
Product Description
The Micro Explorer carries and protects a digital camera and accessories such as an AC adapter or a compact digital camcorder. The main comparent features a foam-padded divider and Dual-Foam Technology for shock protection and a custom fit to equipment. The front pocket features Tamrac's patented Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries. A Speed Pocket on the front flap secures and provides quick acce... More >>
December 2nd, 2009 - 20:02
I never actually received this product. It got lost in shipment. However, I have had several Tamrac camera bags in the past and really liked them. I would highly recommend Tamrac bags to anyone.
Rating: 4 / 5
December 2nd, 2009 - 21:59
I should have listened to the previous review. The bag is WAY too small for any digital SLR camera. Even though my camera is one of the smallest SLR’s (Canon XTi), it didn’t even come close to fitting in this bag.
Rating: 1 / 5
December 2nd, 2009 - 23:20
This will not hold a Nikon D40x with a small 18-55mm zoom. That is just to small to be useful.
Rating: 1 / 5
December 2nd, 2009 - 23:29
Shipped very fast. It’s very good product, very neat bags. But It isn’t fit on my camera (Cannon SX10 IS). I regret to return this. I’m looking for the other Tamrac one too!
Rating: 5 / 5
December 3rd, 2009 - 01:42
The Micro Explorer is made for larger compact and Super Zoom size cameras. For travel, long weekends and events, the Micro Explorer is a perfect trip case for the Panasonic FZ28. I load it up with two spare battery packs, the battery charger, two extra SD cards with a reader, lens pen with a cleaning cloth, a filter lens and the lens hood. There is still a little more room in the Micro Explorer case to add more accessories like the HD cable if needed.
When carrying the camera but not using it, the strap closure is extra security that the camera and case contents will not fall out. A tip to open the strap closure latch easily: pinch it at its very bottom on both sides at the same time. The zipper pull located on each side of the case cover eliminates the problem of fumbling to open and close the case. The trick is to move both zipper pulls to the middle to close the case and to slide both zipper pulls in opposite directions to fully open the case.
For everyday use, I carry the FZ28 in a Tamrac Aero 20 which holds just the camera and only essential accessories, but it is much lighter and less bulky than the Micro Explorer.
It is a misnomer to call the Micro Explorer a DSLR camera bag and Tamrac does not advertise it for DSLR use. Amazon does a good job advertising products, but it still pays to research manufacturer’s websites to see if an item is right for one’s use. This is the Tamrac webpage for the Micro Explorer: http://www.tamrac.com/5500.htm.
The Explorer 1 is a good bag for small DSLR cameras or for carrying an external flash and accessory lens for an advanced compact camera. The webpage for the Explorer 1 is: http://www.tamrac.com/5201.htm
Rating: 5 / 5