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Introduction and Overview The LLANO C6 rolltop is a camera backpack that aims to balance a minimalist style with and outdoor look as well. It is primarily a 25L backpack, but because it features a rolltop design, it can be expanded to approximately 30L. This gives you packing options that will work with a variety of situations.  Disclaimer: LLANO sent me this backpack at no cost based on my collaboration terms. They had no say in the content of the videos or this website article, and were not allowed to preview anything.  In terms of physical size, the dimensions are 11.8 x 7.5 x 17.7 inches, and around 3.3 pounds. The primary material used is a polyester fabric treated with a TPU water-resistant coating. What is TPU Coating? TPU stands for Thermoplastic Polyurethane. In the context of fabrics, a TPU coating is applied to textiles to make them water-resistant, durable, and resistant to abrasion. It bridges the gap between rubber and plastic, providing flexibility while maintaining a st...

The company STARTRC sent over some of their camera gear for me to try out and feature in a video. While I received these products at no cost, STARTRC had no input on the content of the video or this article and did not see anything before release.  The equipment is primarily focused on action cameras and includes a couple of quick-release mounts, a versatile metal clamp mount, and a compact sling-style bag. Quick Release Mounts The Snap-X1 Quick Release Mount and Snap-1/4 Magnetic Quick Release Mount. Let's start with the two different quick-release mounts. Both connect to standard GoPro-style fins. One version features a 1/4-20" tripod connection on the bottom. It also has strong feeling magnets in the base, so it will affix well to ferrous metals. While the other has a set of GoPro-style fins on the bottom.  Trying the one quick release with magnets in its base (in addition to that  1/4-20" hole) . A "GoPro-style fin" mount, often called the "GoPro mounti...

I found this little camera bag from Case Logic at a local store on discount so it seemed like it would be worth making an overview video on.  The bag! I could see it being a decent little pack for small digicams and actions cameras. Especially if you are using a larger backpack without padding. You can use this as an added layer of protection. It seems like this pack was designed in the era of old compact digicams. They are not nearly as popular these days but I can see various types of other gear that would fit.   It works well with small digicams like this old Canon PowerShot Digital ELPH S200. I’d say it’s a good option for most action cameras. With the GoPro 9 and max lens mod attached it was difficult to zip up the compartment, but it works well when that isn’t attached. The secondary compartment can fit one or two average sized camera batteries and a few memory cards. This GoPro combination barely fits.  You can take the max lens off and it will fit better. Both the mod with its ...

In the attached video, I visit my city’s downtown area to try out this camera backpack from Endurax called the ED-V6. I take a detailed look at the backpack and internal messenger bag while also doing photography.  The backpack with messenger bag. The backpack is a nice gray color that I think works well in more professional situations, which is why I brought it downtown instead of going out to my usual nature areas. Keep in mind that Endurax sent me this at no charge for test and to make a video on. Check out the Endurax ED-V6 Vintage Camera Backpack through my links on Amazon.com and eBay.com . Or visit the Endurax store on Amazon to see their other bags. As an Amazon and eBay Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases!  I’m 6 ft tall so you can get an idea of the backpack’s size. Features of note: Two bags in one. You get a full backpack and a messenger bag. I don’t like commenting on price but it currently priced very reasonably considering the two bags. The i...

If you’ve had digital cameras for a while, you probably have quite a collection of memory cards. As I upgrade cameras I also buy a few memory cards to deal with the increased file sizes. What better way to keep track of and use all of my old cards than to buy a memory card wallet.  Probably a good half a year ago I bought a Lowepro DMC-Z to get my cards organized. Before that I was frequently losing cards and fumbling around with the plastic containers they usually come with. Specifications: Capacity: up to 6 memory cards, PC card or 4 AA batteries Size(Interior): 2.6W X 0.4D X 4.9H in. / 6.5 X 1 X 12.5 cm Size(Exterior): 3.3W X 0.8D X 5.5H in. / 8.3 X 2 X 14 cm Outer fabric: water-resistant Neoprene Weight: 0.15lbs/0.07kg Lowepro product page: Product page Features and information: To start things off, the “up to 6 memory cards” must be for larger cards like compact flash, as I can fit at least two SD cards into each memory card slot. Right now I have 14 cards in the wallet ...

I’ll be talking about my most recent purchase today. A Wenger Swissgear Zinc DSLR Camera Messenger Bag also known as “The ZINC” per their labeling. Here is an overview video I made: The true source of this bag is “Avenues in Leather, Inc” in Tinton Falls, NJ who appears to have licensed the Swiss Army trademark. Look for the Zinc Messenger Camera Bag here:  ebay: https://ebay.us/e7MPg6 Amazon: https://amzn.to/2KfnuSh Best Buy: https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/W5vjn   As an affiliate of these shops, I earn from qualifying purchases!  First off, let me describe where and why I bought this bag. It was a local purchase at Best Buy, the local big-box electronics retailer, which I tend to avoid. In my search for an understated bag that I could fit a camera+lens and additional two lenses in.  I noticed this bag on Best Buy’s website as being available in the store. The price was around $60, which was on the borderline of being overpriced, but I’ll attribute that to “Swiss Army” licensing costs, w...