Domke F-6, Tamrac 602, or Something Else?

FilmOnly · Apr 19, 2009

I have been trying to find the right bag for some time now, but, for one reason or another, have had some difficulty. I love my Tamrac 5202, but I would like to try to avoid Chinese-made products. I have narrowed down my list to the Domke F-6 and Tamrac 602 Expo 2. I would like to fit an SLR (of course) with a grip and lens attached, and room for an extra lens and a relatively compact flash would be ideal. A typical configuration would be a Minolta XG-M with the Motor Drive 1 and MC Rokkor 58/1.4. I might also bring along the MD Tele Rokkor 135/3.5 and 200X flash.

Mark Fisher · Apr 19, 2009

Domke bags are excellent and compact. I like mine a lot. That said, they tend to have minimal padding (which makes them compact). I am not familiar with camera you are talking about, but it sounds like everything should fit pretty easily. It isn't easy to find too many consumer products made in the US anymore, but this is a great one.

FilmOnly · Apr 19, 2009

Thanks, Mark...indeed, I have heard good things about Domke bags, although they do not have the padding that other bags have. I am not sure if I need mega padding (or if anyone needs it), and so a Domke sounds like it would be a good choice for me.

frdrx · Apr 19, 2009

I used to have a 5202 which I liked but have recently replaced it with
a 605R Expo 5 that, I find, is of much higher quality. Not only is it
better made, but it also suits my equipment more nicely, being
narrower, deeper and without that stupid waist belt. I also adore my
Tamrac 604 and 515, considering myself a new great fan of vintage
American-made Tamrac bags. They're padded enough, but not excessively

FilmOnly · Apr 19, 2009

Thanks, frdrx...I probably should have waited for some more opinions, but I went ahead and purchased the Domke F-6. It was a good deal, and it seems like an excellent bag. I gather it should take at least a week to get here, though.

frdrx · Apr 19, 2009

Congratulations, Domke bags are indeed wonderful. Their insert system is particularly clever.

Jimothy · Apr 19, 2009

ou won't regret buying the Domke. They really are excellent bags.

FilmOnly · Apr 21, 2009

I just got word that my Domke F-6 is on the way. I cannot wait to see it. I am hoping it will be all that I am thinking it will be.

FilmOnly · Apr 26, 2009

The F-6 arrived yesterday. Wow, what a camera bag--easily the best I have seen...plenty of space (but not too much), excellent organization, superb build quality, and made in the US. I am glad to know someone was paid a fair wage to build this bag, especially since it is surely worth the price. With the deals being offered on some Domkes, I can see no reason to buy a China bag.

Domke F-6, Tamrac 602, or Something Else?

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