Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH)

by Kata

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00092LNHS
• Item model number: KT T-212
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 17, 2006

Product Description

The T-212 is the central element of KATA's EPH System. It can be used on its own (with the weight distributing back-mesh piece), or attached to the W-92 Waist Pack as well as one of the backpacks: R-102, Teddy-2, Panda or Grizzly. The T-212 enables frontal carrying and a quick draw, without weighing down on your neck. The shape of the expandable main compartment adjusts to fit your gear and can be divided into two sections. Additional large pockets will store all necessary accessories.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very practical bag for small photo configurations, April 23, 2008

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Dan "danpn" (Toronto) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH) (Electronics)

I have quite a large collection of photo bags, including Kata T-214, which I used for a couple of years now and I am very pleased with its performance.

Recently I reviewed my photo usage paterns during my urban travels and I decided that I need one more torso-pack sling bag, smaller than the T-214. Until now I used a Domke F-5XA for this purpose which was great, but a bit small for my travel configuration - Nikon D70 and two medium sized consumer zooms.

I found one T-212 at a local store and proceeded to stuff it with equipment. To my amazement it held any two zoom lenses (including a Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8 which I borrowed from the store) I wanted with a Nikon D70 body. Due to its elastic nature the T-212 can hold much more than its small size suggests.

I am not very concerned with spilling stuff, as it has a safety catch which stops the flap from falling down. I found that even when the zipper was completely open none of my equipment will fall down, when the safety catch is closed. However, it is still good practice to completely close the zipper when carying it as a precaution against pickpockets or if you slide to wear it on your back.

I also have a friend who caried his photo equipment using the T-212 for three weeks during a trip to Nepal and was very happy with its field performance. I find it much more comfortable to carry around than the T-214 and it is an excellent solution when traveling - it is light and it keeps your equipment ready.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for midsize SLR., August 16, 2007

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In House Chef (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH) (Electronics)

This bag is big enough for ONE camera with ONE normal zoom attached (I have the DSLR-A100 with 18-70 zoom). There is some sort of a "lock" to to hold the flap the being completely opened in "auto" mode when the zipper is not closed completely.
Unless, if the bag is very stuffed... I think....
Your bag will still look kind of lumpy with your SLR in, but since I don't want a HUGE backpack, the 212 works for me.
I do not recommand this bag if you have something like a Canon 1Ds with a extended battery pack and a standard zoom.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Uncomfortable, August 18, 2008

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MK (Durham, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH) (Electronics)

Although the bag itself is well made, the strap system is VERY uncomfortable. Looking at Kata's website it seems they updated the strap system to resemble that of the T-214. The T-212 I got from Amazon, however, had a different main strap and was so uncomfortable that I returned it promptly.