Back Pack suitable for the EX-3...

John Peterson · June 23rd, 2009, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonathan Massey

Thanks.
the Karachi is similar but I noticed some differences in the overall design.
It might very well also work with the ex3 but I can't say.
What I liked about the European version of the zoomiverse is the really flexible compartment dividers which don't seem to be added with the Karachi version. they really help with space efficiency (having my mics under the lcd hood as well as an inner closed compartment for the batteries) and extra added protection for the view finder.
Also the waist belt came with my backpack and with the karchai it is an optional accessory.
here are some more shots :)

I don't think there is another Crumpler bag available here in the States that is as close a match to the "Zoomiverse" than the "Karachi". It's dimensions are identical. When I converted centimeters to inches they matched. 38cm x 56cm x 30cm = 15" x 22" x 12". There is no place to buy a Zoomiverse here in the States as far as I could find.
Not sure about the price difference. Some places in Britain seem to be selling the bag awfully cheap. For example:

£62.00 Here: Crumpler Zoomiverse | Backpacks | Camera Bags | World of Bags
Plus VAT I assume.
That's around $101 USD. Is that for real? The cheapest price I could find for the Karachi was around $250 USD here in the States.

Here is a review of the Karachi:

http://the-gadgeteer.com/2005/11/28/...post_backpack/

John

Steve Benjamin · June 24th, 2009, 01:29 PM

Thanks Jonathon its exactly what I was looking for so just ordered one.

Jonathan Massey · June 25th, 2009, 06:21 AM

John, I think the reason the zoomiverse is sold so cheap it's because here in Europe Crumpler came out with a newer model to replace it. It's called the Big Cheese. It's similar in size but the way it's built seems to me not so optimal for the EX3.
The reason the EX3 fits nicely in the Zoomiverse is because the curved back of the Ex3 fits nicely with the curved top part of the backpack but it gets deeper in the lower part of the bag. In the Big Cheese it's similar but they gave up on a lot of the extra compartments in order to create a second access for the camera. If I have time perhaps I'll check it out in a Crumpler shop.

Glad I could help with your choice Steve and hope it works well for you as it does fro me.

Joachim Hoge · June 30th, 2009, 02:54 PM

I´ve used the Kata 207 with my Ex-3 for 6 months or so and altough it´s a tight fit and I have to take the viewfinder off, I carry a lot of spear parts in there, MBP 15, Nikor zoom lens, wireless mics charger batteries etc.

I had the Kata 502 for my XL-H1, but I was only once allowed to take it on the plane and I really had to push hard to get it in.

I travel a lot so this is important to me. I also do a lot of hiking and randonee/skiing with my camera so I need a tight fit. The Kata´s are great in this respect.

I even did it with the 502 quite a lot.
Depending on your needs, both these backpacks are good, but I´m still looking for the perfect one

Dave Tyrer · July 18th, 2009, 04:11 AM

Has anyone used one of these at all? I says it is suitable for an EX3.

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Mike Chandler · July 18th, 2009, 07:24 AM

Some references to it here: The EX-3 "Which Bag?" dilemma may be answered... - The Digital Video Information Network

Think someone got one and returned it as a bit too small for the viewfinder.

Dave Tyrer · July 18th, 2009, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Chandler

Some references to it here: The EX-3 "Which Bag?" dilemma may be answered... - The Digital Video Information Network

Think someone got one and returned it as a bit too small for the viewfinder.

Oh well back to square one! I have a Tamrac Expedition 8 that mine fits into no problem, with enough room for a Nikon 200-400 so I may use that untill someone finds something better.

Ed Kukla · July 18th, 2009, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave Tyrer

Oh well back to square one! I have a Tamrac Expedition 8 that mine fits into no problem, with enough room for a Nikon 200-400 so I may use that untill someone finds something better.

why do you want to replace the tamrac?

Dave Tyrer · July 19th, 2009, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Kukla

why do you want to replace the tamrac?

Ed it's a little oversize re hand baggage regulations when flying.

Dave

Ed Kukla · July 19th, 2009, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave Tyrer

Ed it's a little oversize re hand baggage regulations when flying.

Dave

Ahh, got it. that is important to me too. hopefully somebody is working to perfect the ex-3 backpack.

Ed Kukla · July 20th, 2009, 03:54 PM

there was talk on this thread about removing the viewfinder. Sounded like a big chore, not suited for many do-it-yourselfers.

But, what about removing the limit on the pivot of the viewfinder. If the viewfinder could swing down another inch it would get lower in profile and make things a bit easier.

Removal would be best, but could this be done easier as a modest compromise?

Dave Tyrer · July 21st, 2009, 03:44 AM

I tried in my Lowepro Vertex 200, but I would have to remove the shoulder pad...not an issue really, but the Vertex 300 may do the job and it's a bit shorter than the Tamrac Expedition 8.

Dave Tyrer · July 23rd, 2009, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave Tyrer

I tried in my Lowepro Vertex 200, but I would have to remove the shoulder pad...not an issue really, but the Vertex 300 may do the job and it's a bit shorter than the Tamrac Expedition 8.

Actually I just worked out las night if I take the lens shade off and just put a generic 77mm lens cap on the front it will fit in the Vertex 200, without having to remove the should pad. A bit of a squeeze on the viewfinder though!

Jeremy Hugues · July 26th, 2009, 04:36 AM

Hi everyone,

I enter this discussion because last night I broke the mike holder of my EX3 out the my Kata 195 bag. I had already 10 hours of shooting walking across a city (touristic film for the town) and was tired I admit. It was in the dark and had to shoot part of a piano concert in a parc. When I pulled out the EX3 out of the bag, the mike holder got stuck and stayed in the bag. Of course I should have been more careful but the part is very fragile plastic.
Now I am looking for a replacement such as this: DM-Accessories - EX-FLAT - Shoe Mounts for Sony EX1 & EX3 Camcorders
Anyone with similar break and solid replacement solution?

Steve Cahill · July 26th, 2009, 07:52 AM

DM is good repacement for broken mic holder. I did the same and purchased DM. Works great.

July 18th, 2009, 04:11 AM	#80
Dave Tyrer Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 174	Has anyone used one of these at all? I says it is suitable for an EX3. CineBags - Life on Location Last edited by Dave Tyrer; July 18th, 2009 at 04:42 AM.

July 18th, 2009, 07:24 AM	#81
Mike Chandler Major Player Join Date: May 2008 Location: Moab, UT Posts: 264	Some references to it here: The EX-3 "Which Bag?" dilemma may be answered... - The Digital Video Information Network Think someone got one and returned it as a bit too small for the viewfinder. __________________ www.packcreekproductions.com EX3, Mac Pro, FCP

July 26th, 2009, 04:36 AM	#89
Jeremy Hugues New Boot Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mantry - France Posts: 13	I broke the mike holder when taking the EX3 out of the Kata 195 Hi everyone, I enter this discussion because last night I broke the mike holder of my EX3 out the my Kata 195 bag. I had already 10 hours of shooting walking across a city (touristic film for the town) and was tired I admit. It was in the dark and had to shoot part of a piano concert in a parc. When I pulled out the EX3 out of the bag, the mike holder got stuck and stayed in the bag. Of course I should have been more careful but the part is very fragile plastic. Now I am looking for a replacement such as this: DM-Accessories - EX-FLAT - Shoe Mounts for Sony EX1 & EX3 Camcorders Anyone with similar break and solid replacement solution? Attached Images

June 24th, 2009, 01:29 PM	#77
Steve Benjamin Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: morbihan/france and enfield/uk Posts: 42	Thanks Jonathon its exactly what I was looking for so just ordered one.

June 25th, 2009, 06:21 AM	#78
Jonathan Massey Regular Crew Join Date: May 2009 Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands Posts: 28	John, I think the reason the zoomiverse is sold so cheap it's because here in Europe Crumpler came out with a newer model to replace it. It's called the Big Cheese. It's similar in size but the way it's built seems to me not so optimal for the EX3. The reason the EX3 fits nicely in the Zoomiverse is because the curved back of the Ex3 fits nicely with the curved top part of the backpack but it gets deeper in the lower part of the bag. In the Big Cheese it's similar but they gave up on a lot of the extra compartments in order to create a second access for the camera. If I have time perhaps I'll check it out in a Crumpler shop. Glad I could help with your choice Steve and hope it works well for you as it does fro me.

June 30th, 2009, 02:54 PM	#79
Joachim Hoge Major Player Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Oslo, Norway Posts: 402	I´ve used the Kata 207 with my Ex-3 for 6 months or so and altough it´s a tight fit and I have to take the viewfinder off, I carry a lot of spear parts in there, MBP 15, Nikor zoom lens, wireless mics charger batteries etc. I had the Kata 502 for my XL-H1, but I was only once allowed to take it on the plane and I really had to push hard to get it in. I travel a lot so this is important to me. I also do a lot of hiking and randonee/skiing with my camera so I need a tight fit. The Kata´s are great in this respect. I even did it with the 502 quite a lot. Depending on your needs, both these backpacks are good, but I´m still looking for the perfect one

July 20th, 2009, 03:54 PM	#86
Ed Kukla Major Player Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: All over, USA Posts: 512	there was talk on this thread about removing the viewfinder. Sounded like a big chore, not suited for many do-it-yourselfers. But, what about removing the limit on the pivot of the viewfinder. If the viewfinder could swing down another inch it would get lower in profile and make things a bit easier. Removal would be best, but could this be done easier as a modest compromise?

July 21st, 2009, 03:44 AM	#87
Dave Tyrer Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 174	I tried in my Lowepro Vertex 200, but I would have to remove the shoulder pad...not an issue really, but the Vertex 300 may do the job and it's a bit shorter than the Tamrac Expedition 8.

July 26th, 2009, 07:52 AM	#90
Steve Cahill Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 321	DM is good repacement for broken mic holder. I did the same and purchased DM. Works great.