Kata S-308 Sling Case Carrier

by Kata

Product Details

• Item Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009DRHTK
• Item model number: KT S-308
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 28, 2005

Product Description

The S-308 is a multifunctional camera-gear carrier system. It can be used individually, with its own expandable pocket, or as a platform for one of KATA's camera cases. Part of the main compartment features a connecting system that connects to the additional case. The S-308 enables you to change the carrying position by shifting and turning it: either camera case in front for quick access, on the side as a usual shoulder bag or on your back for optimal weight distribution. A well-cushioned adjustable shoulder pad makes sure the S-308 is comfortable in all positions and fits sizes S to XL. Additional pockets allow you to keep valuables close to your body, in the concealed compartment, and accessories like a cell phone, PDA and wallet in the designated pouches.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Little Too Small, But Nice Features, May 12, 2007

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Gadget Inspector (CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kata S-308 Sling Case Carrier (Electronics)

The picture made the product seem big, but the actual product is a little small for my purposes.

I doubt you can put a real camera inside this bag as is without using other Kata Camera Bags designed to be attached to this bag. Small cameras are OK, but the material lacks adequate padding.

I can fit my Oakley Ballistic Case (Large) into the Main Compartment, but just barely close the zipper. The material in front of the Main Compartment has pleating which makes the Main Compartment expand, but the shape would conform to the content--altering the "streamlined" look when empty. (Looks like a pregnant bag.)

There is a hard board inside the Main Compartment--designed to secure other Kata bags to this bag. I can put small booklets inside the Main Comparment without crumpling them too much.

There is a "secret" pocket at the back of the bag, but the lining against your body is very thin--it wouldn't feel comfortable with hard bulky objects in there. This pocket is also small.

There is 1 pocket on each arm of the Y--I use one to put my keys, ID and coins, the other one for my cellphone.

The last pocket is open ended, secured by a strap--for a cellphone. I don't use it, as my cellphone (Motorola Razr) occupies 60% of the compartment, and I don't feel comfortable with it jiggling around secured by the strap on top--I feel my phone might fall out when I put the bag down. (Maybe a radio would fit this pocket with the antenna sticking out.)

I like the pockets, the lightness of the bag, and the way it falls on my body--comfortable to wear/carry.

I think making the bag bigger would definitely make it better.