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Lowepro Lens Case 2 (Black)

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This lens case fits my Canon 70-300mm IS USM lens or any one of several of similar size. I attach this to my Tamrac Velocity 7 by the same type of attachment system that Tamrac uses for all of thier products. A flap slides into the available MAS system slot on the camera bag and is secured VERY securely with a double locking velcro strap system. This leaves plenty of room in the bag for my camera and other gear. Nicely padded to protect your lens investment.

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I bought his case specifically for my canon 70-200 F/4. Its a perfect fit. Coudln't be happeir. It doesn't fit the lens hood though, but the case is very well padded, and the lens will be in place without a doubt. It holds pretty much most of the lenses in that size class well. I'm not really sure if it would fit the 70-200 f/2.8. I think that would be a problem for something that thick. Otherwise, its great.

The case is just the right size for the 75-300mm Canon zoom lens. Great deal & price!

I have been trying to find a way to easily carry a lot of camera equipment for quite some time. I have tried backpacks, shoulder bags, duffel bags, but none of them really worked all that well. Then I saw the Lowepro Street and Field system with completely customizable pouches, vests, belts, and accessories. It works great, you only get the pouches you need so there is no waisted space and you can organize them however you want according to how often they are used (put frequently used items in easier to access places.)

The variety alone of this system is worth the investment, but the quality and ease of use is also very high which is a big plus. You can get a case for any lens, camera body, or accessory you have. I even have cases for my cell phone and water bottle. One word of caution, be sure to measure your lens with the lens hood on backwards if you use them to make sure that the entire thing will fit into the pouch, because sometimes the lens will fit, but then the lens with the lens hood will not. I often carry 5-6 lenses, extension tubes, teleconverters, extra memory cards and batteries, and a bunch of cleaning supplies and other gadgets, which weights a ton. But when they are evenly distributed on this vest/belt Lowepro system it is actually very manageable.

The only down side is that everyone will be staring at you because you have thousands of dollars of camera equipment strapped to your body. But if you can overlook that, this is the way to go. I have used this system at many zoos without ever having problems, in fact just unzipping a single lens and switching seems safer to me than opening an entire bag of equipment every time you want to switch lenses. Many of the cases also come with a built in rain/snow cover so if the weather changes all of your equipment is not destroyed. You can also put just a few pouches on a normal belt when you are just going to take photos in the back yard or don't need to take all of your equipment, which is nice. I really can't say enough about how much easier this makes traveling with a lot of equipment, if you have been hopelessly searching for a better solution, consider this, you won't regret it.

This case fits the Canon 70-200mm f/4 with space to spare, and the hood could be squeezed into the case if push came to shove. However, given how snug the fit is, I wouldn't take any bets on how well the hood would survive if it was hit/dropped. The case does make for a great addition to a utility belt/harness for quick access to a lens. I've even put it to use as a holster using the 70-200mm and my 5D2 though I'm not sure how useful it was considering the camera ended up hitting my ribs whenever I moved.

Lowepro's Lens Case 2 is a slightly smaller version of their ultra heavy duty Lens Case 3, and will accommodate lenses up to about four inches in diameter, and eight inches in height. Lens Case 2 is attractive and well-constructed, with a solid layer of padding about a quarter inch thick on the sides, the flip up cover, and on the bottom. The interior of the case is roomy enough for any but the largest lenses. The cover has twin zippers, with Lowepro's standard nylon pull tabs. Lens Case 2 provides substantial protection, at very reasonable price. With much thicker padding, Lens Case 3 is better suited to larger and heavier telephoto lenses.

On the back side of the case is Lowepro's SlipLock connector, which allows it to be attached to Lowepro gear with SlipLock provisions, as well as an ordinary belt or strap. Typical a telephoto lens is quite heavy, so you really need a connector that is sturdy and secure, and Lowepro's system seems up to the task. It has a 2 inch wide flap, that has nearly 4 inches of Velcro material for basic attachment. For additional security, there is a fold over flap, and four loops that can be used to tie down the case. The SlipLock connector system is sturdy, and very secure. When properly attached, it would take a great deal of force to rip this case off.

While I generally prefer Tamrac's camera bags to Lowepro gear, when it comes to lens cases, the design of Lowepro cases is simply superior to Tamrac's. As a owner of both brands, I find that Lowepro does a better job with padding, the pull tabs are more convenient, and most of all, the SlipLock system is vastly more secure than what Tamrac provides. This may be brand heresy, but as SlipLock components will also fit on Tamrac bags with MAS (Modular Accessory System) provisions, if you are seeking maximum protection, there is absolutely no reason not to take a walk on the wild side, and attach a Lowepro lens case to a Tamrac bag.

This product was perfect for my needs. I was headed out of the country for a wedding, and I needed some extra protection for my Canon 70-300 lens. This product was the perfect answer. I packed my lens and lens hood in the case. I added just a bit of small bubble wrap in the bottom, and the lens and hood fit perfectly! It gave great protection throughout the trip, and I will echo the thoughts of those who say the Velcro belt loop is worth it's weight in gold! Very easy and extremely secure. It made my lens swaps during the wedding much, much easier.
Again, a top-notch product, very well worth getting if your size requirements match. (Lowepro has various sizes, so check before you buy!)

it's a well made case, for a camera lens. i purchased it for the nikon 70-300vr. the diameter fit very well, but it's a little on the long side for that lens. other than that, it's a well made camera lens pouch.

This product is very useful for a quick lens change when I'm shooting events, weddings, or just out on my own.

For wildlife and nature photography having multiple lenses around is important. I like to switch between my macro and zoom lens and this 3.5-by-8.25-inch Lowepro case is wonderfully designed for this purpose. Many photographers may easily identify with those situations when you're busy taking a macro shot of a interesting looking bug or plant only to look up and realize you have the rare opportunity to photograph a rare migratory bird sitting on a tree off in the distance. The zipper allows for quick and easy removal in such an occasion. Also helpful during outdoor photography is the strap design on the outside. I am able to attach it to my backpack or camera bag for easier access. It would also work well for any thing else one might need to strap it to, such as a tripod. I haven't yet had the pleasure of using the four nifty little attachment tabs on either side of the case, but they would be helpful in situations such long hikes with camping gear. The case is water resistant when I'm out taking pictures on wet, rainy days. The inside of the case is nicely padded so there's no need to worry about lens damage during those times when heavy bumping-around may occur (think bumpy road trips, camping, hikes, mountain climbing, etc). There is also a nice little pocket underneath the top for storing small items such as lens caps or batteries. Overall this case does the job for a decent price. For the avid photographer who needs easy access to different lenses it's worth the buy.