OP/TECH USA 7401204 6 x 4.5 x 8 Inches Soft Neoprene Pouch for Digital D-SLR Zoom - Black

by OP/TECH USA

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6 x 4.5 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006HHV90
• Item model number: 7401204
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 7, 2006

Product Description

The SOFT POUCH - DIGITAL D-SERIES offers a unique protective carrying system that is ideal for the photographer on the go. The easy-access design enables the photographer to quickly access the camera. The compact, tailored fit offers great protection without the bulk of a large camera bag. As camera batteries last longer and media cards hold far more storage, there is no need for a large cumbersome photo bag to carry extra supplies. What is still necessary more than ever before with delicate digital cameras is the need for good protection against impact, dust and moisture. The SOFT POUCH - DIGITAL D-SERIES offers great protection in a streamlined design so it is a pleasure to take along on a photo shoot or to pack within another bag. The D-Small, D-Offset, D-Compact, D-Mini, D-Shortie and D-Micro come with an attached snap hook retaining strap. The D-M 4/3, D-Midsize, D-Midsize Zoom, D-SLR, D-SLR Zoom, D-Pro and D-Pro Zoom come with the Quick-Snap Retaining Strap kit. All sizes of the SOFT POUCH - DIGITAL D-SERIES feature non-marring snap closure on the bottom of the pouch.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars D-SLR ZOOM - Good Value - Fits Nikon D300, May 29, 2008

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Keith W (Chicago) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: OP/TECH USA 7401204 6 x 4.5 x 8 Inches Soft Neoprene Pouch for Digital D-SLR Zoom - Black (Electronics)

I bought this item, not because I wanted a case to haul my camera around, but rather because I needed temporary, minimalist case to provide protection for traveling. I travel for my job and I usually use a Lowe Pro camera backpack because they're handy and inconspicuous. The problem is that it means that I have an extra bag to haul through the airport and security with the backpack. This item offers basic protection for the camera without all the bulk of a regular, padded camera case with zippers and pockets. I now put my camera in my carry-on flight case along with my computer and work papers. I stick the backpack in my checked-in roller bag, to be used on my layover when I go out to take pics.

Now to the important part of the review. This item will comfortably fit a Nikon D300 with a Nikon 17-55mm AF lens. The D-SLR version (as apposed to the D-SLR ZOOM) is too short for this lens. The neoprene is stretchy, so there's no problem with leaving a tripod quick-release attached to the bottom of the camera. With this lens, you will not be able to leave the lens hood attached to the camera. Once the camera is in the case, you can turn the hood around backwards, and slide it over the lens/case for packing in your luggage. Construction is good quality and the design exposes the camera's carry strap attachments, so you can still carry it by the strap with the camera inside. I don't own a D200, but I would assume that this camera would fit equally as well as the D300.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars OK, but don't like the closing, July 29, 2008

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YoungHold - See all my reviews

This review is from: OP/TECH USA 7401204 6 x 4.5 x 8 Inches Soft Neoprene Pouch for Digital D-SLR Zoom - Black (Electronics)

I used to have a pouch similar to this, but could not find it when I got my Canon XSi Rebel a month or so ago. I definitely wanted something like this again because my old one was fantastic - just couldn't find it or remember the brand.

While I'm sure this would protect your camera and lens just fine - it's good thick neoprene - I don't like the way it closes. There are 2 snaps that you have to attach on the back/bottom of the camera every time you want to close it and that's just too time consuming. I returned it.

I'll be getting a Zing - which is the neoprene pouch like I had before. They are very similar, but attach either with a loop that hooks over the lens, or with velcro. Makes it much easier to put on or take off the pouch.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good, not perfect, February 6, 2010

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J. Haydu - See all my reviews
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This review is from: OP/TECH USA 7401204 6 x 4.5 x 8 Inches Soft Neoprene Pouch for Digital D-SLR Zoom - Black (Electronics)

I purchased this pouch to use with my Nikon D90 with a Tamron 18-270 lens. Overall it's a nice pouch, and if I lost this one for some reason I would buy another one.

Pros:
-Good quality construction. The stitching seems good, the snaps to close the pouch work well.
-It's form fitting. It fits perfectly around the camera body and the lens. It's really easy to slide the camera in and out. I am going to be doing bike touring in France for about a year and I didn't want anything bulky, just a little protection. This is exactly what I wanted.
-There is a space for the camera straps to come out, so you can still sling the camera around your neck with the pouch closed.

Cons:
The pouch comes with 3 different options for attaching it to the camera. In my opinion, they are all cheap and annoying to use. One way is to attach it to the camera strap, another is to attach it to the bottom of the camera in the tripod mounting area, and lastly there is a little rubber thing that attaches around the lens. The strap attachment was probably the best, but I didn't like it. The rubber one I just threw away because it looked cheap. Finally, the one that screws into the bottom of the camera completely unscrewed itself after I took the camera in and out of the pouch a few times. I finally just took the darn thing off. When I want to take a picture I'll just hold the case. I took one star off construction quality for this.

Other:
-With my setup, the pouch is slightly longer than the lens (approximately .25 in. longer). It's not bad or annoying at all, just something to be aware of. It certainly wouldn't stop me from buying another one.
-This pouch is not a replacement for a bigger bag. Bigger bags have padding which will protect the camera if you drop it. If I drop my camera in this thing, I am expecting the camera to be damaged. I'm willing to take the risk because I don't want bulk.
-It's not "waterproof", it's water "resistant". If you submerge this thing in water it will most likely ruin your camera.

I hope this helps.