Lowepro Topload Zoom AW Camera Bag (Black)

by Lowepro

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 7.5 x 12 inches ; 1.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009R8B9
• Item model number: Topload Zoom AW (Black)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

The Topload Zoom AW by Lowepro is a great traveler! Our original Topload Zoom (TLZ) has attachment loops for optional SlipLock add-ons (such as the Bottle Bag, Lens Cases, or SlipLock Pouches - all sold separately). The TLZ AW is made of a tough, water-resistant 600 TXP and 600D TXP ripstop materials, and has an All Weather Cover to protect from the elements. The reverse-open lid and hand grip allows for easy access to your camera so you never miss a shot. There is also a large zippered front pocket to hold your accessories. The TLZ AW comes with a padded, contoured shoulder strap that is removable and adjustable.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great concept, works great, select size carefully, December 12, 2007

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W. Richmond "AZBuyer2007" (portland, or usa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lowepro Topload Zoom AW Camera Bag (Black) (Electronics)

This item performs very well, especially with front chest harness. Keep in mind that the weather cover doesn't completely encase the bag. The back is still exposed (but touching your chest). This TL Zoom bag is slightly better than other Lowepro TopLoads since it has extra compartments and side straps for mounting lenses, and the waterproof cover. The cover has a nice feature too of being permanently attached to the bag, so it doesn't blow away. The front 2 pockets actually expand with a drop-out velcro bottom so you can easily store a large mini tripod (such as the SLR gorillapod zoom). The top front pocket, when in dual-pocket mode, would store a small (3") lens adequately. The top D-Rings for chest harness are metal. The side D-rings are plastic, but very sturdy. This bag is a bit long, but only 5" thick, so it sticks out from you body about 1-1.5" less than all the other Lowepro TLZ bags. When measuring your camera system, keep in mind to add the Lens hood length, because if you are getting this bag, you probably want quick and easy access to your camera, which means it goes in bag while out shooting with body+lens+hood on and ready to go. So this adds an extra 2" to most lens+camera length requirements. My normal usage mode is to strap bag to chest, strap camera around neck and store camera in bag with zippers slightly open, to accommodate the protruding normal camera strap. All-in-all a great product! I give it a 5-star, even though it's a bit long for me, because it's cheaper than the other TLZ all-weather bags.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Topload Zoom AW - Great for Canon 100-400mm Zoom, October 3, 2008

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Canon Maven - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Lowepro Topload Zoom AW Camera Bag (Black) (Electronics)

This holster bag works perfectly for my Canon D-SLRs and my Canon 100-400mm zoom. When I strap a pair of Lowepro lens cases on either side, I can carry my Canon 17-40mm L and Canon 24-105mm zoom along with the 100-400mm zoom. This modular concept allows me to carry the camera body, three lenses, and assorted miscellaneous items like a 1.4 TC extra batteries, etc. in a very compact, yet protected format. Highly recommended.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lowepro Topload Zoom AW Holster Bag, April 6, 2009

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Bill Ashley (Baytown, TX USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Lowepro Topload Zoom AW Camera Bag (Black) (Electronics)

The Zoom AW bag from Lowepro is perfect for my Canon 5D and 70-200 2.8L IS lens (attached). On those assignments where I'm traveling lite, the Zoom AW saves me from having to carry a larger bag. It fits like a glove while providing good protection. It's a great item!

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