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Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black

Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black
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The Kata 3-in-1 Sling Backpack (3N1-30) has a unique TST RIB structural protection to keep your DSLR with battery pack and long-range zoom lens attached safe, as well as 5-6 lenses, flashgun and personal items. Providing the ultimate freedom and allowing for 3 carrying options in 1, the Kata 3-in-1 Sling Backpack morphs from sling to backpack and back again in no time at all by the use of its quick release buckles. In the sling position, the Kata Sling Backpack easily swings around from back to front to give you super fast access to your main camera and backup lenses as well as enabling fast and easy changing of lenses. Wex Photographic stock this bag in three sizes, 3N1-10, 3N1-20 and 3N1-30. This is the 3N1-30, the largest of the three.  More

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Kata 3-in-1 Sling Backpack - Usage points:

Kata 3-in-1 Sling Backpack configuration: For long distance carrying

  1. Pull the black shoulder strap out of the concealment sleeve.
  2. Connect the left shoulder strap to the left hip buckle.
  3. Pull lower buckle to adjust shoulder strap length
  4. For additional comfort you can connect the hip belt

X-Position: Long distance carrying and quick access option. To swing from sling position to X-position, do the following:

  1. Pull unused shoulder strap from concealment sleeve and attach to hip buckle on opposite side.
  2. Arrange padded sleeves so they sit comfortably on your chest.
  3. To move back to quick draw position, release one of the hip buckles.

Right Sling: For right handed photographers

  1. Hold red shoulder strap in your left hand.
  2. Swing bag over your left shoulder across your chest.
  3. Pull lower buckle to adjust the shoulder strap length
  4. The bag should sit in the correct position on your back.

Left Sling: For left handed photographers

  1. Hold black shoulder strap in your right hand.
  2. Swing bag over your right shoulder across your chest.
  3. Pull lower buckle to adjust the shoulder strap length
  4. The bag should sit in the correct position on your back.

Frontal Quick draw: Works on both shoulders

  1. Swing the bag to frontal position
  2. Release the buckle
  3. Pull flap open
  4. Quickly access your camera

Internal Setup: How to arrange your gear within

  1. Pick which opening side is comfortable for drawing the camera. (left or right)
  2. Organise gear according to which side you choose with camera body close to that side. Arrange gear less used to be accessed on other side
  3. Arrange additional lenses or flashes by attaching the divider vertically or horizontally
  4. Put your everyday accessories in the top compartment.

Travelling abroad is not an issue with these new bags as they all fit within the hand luggage limitation for airtravel and the Kata 3n1-20 and 3n1-30 are also compatible with the Kata insert trolley (available separately).

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Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black Reviews

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4/8/2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Amazing flexibilty

By Cantom

from W Sussex

About Me Casual Photographer

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Pros

  • Adjustable Harness
  • Comfortable
  • Easily Accessible Equipment
  • Infinite storage combos
  • Roomy
  • Strong Construction

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Protecting Gear
    • Storing Gear
    • Transporting Gear

    Comments about Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black:

    All the kit in one place and safe from damage. The combinations for storage are so great it will take ages to perfect it's utilisation.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    4/8/2010

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    So many permutations for use

    By Cantom

    from W Sussex

    About Me Casual Photographer

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Adjustable Harness
    • Comfortable
    • Easily Accessible Equipment
    • Flexible storage layout
    • Roomy
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Protecting Gear
      • Storing Gear
      • Transporting Gear

      Comments about Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black:

      Everything carried in one bag and FULLY protected - BRILLIANT

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      31/3/2010

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      fazed over review

      By thubleau

      from Sydney

      Comments about Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black:

      i was a little fazed reading the first review here as the owner wished this bag had a pocket to carry his lap top.

      i have to ask ....if you wanted a bag to carry your laptop why did you not buy the 3N1-33 ?

      Same bag except it has a pocket for your laptop .

      I migrated to this bag from an early Lowepro which I have, the zippers collapsed after many years of travel abuse so i looked for a change.

      It was either this bag or a Lowepro Classified AW 200 or 220 or whatever the site deemed to call it.

      Actually, that is what turned me off the Lowepro, no one had them in stock, a huge price variation, suppliers had incorrect codes, so i figured there was a high risk of getting a fake.

      i am off to Shanghai to trial this bag in actual use and will write a more comprehensive review when i get back, but so far the bag not only looks tough,but handles great, which is what i wanted, i find no use for the full harness so a sling suits me down to the ground and the big plus is i am able to rip the camera out of the bag on the side rather than going through all the procedures of laying the bag down or juggling the bag with all my bits and pieces falling out on the ground.
      Someone said they had trouble getting to their lenses from the side, well my recommendation is to put your lenses in a different pocket when you are shooting, preferably in the top.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      11/3/2010

      (0 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Ok but not the best

      By PeterPhoto

      from London, UK

      Pros

      • Holds alot of gear
      • Safe
      • Strong

      Cons

      • bulky
      • no laptop holder extra bag needed
      • no water bottle pouch
      • weighs alot empty

      Best Uses

        Comments about Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black:

        Ok so i bought this as i have a billingham 555 and usually carry everything in there but when i travel it is difficult to carry lots of items as well as personal belongings and be comfortable for a long time. So i bought this Kata bag before a trip to Sri Lanka last november. Good points are that it is strong you can have personal belongs, secruity it pretty good and it can hold a fair bit of kit, My Canon 5d MII a a couple of standard and even my 100-300 sigma fits (with a little shuffle). The bad points for me is, there is no water bottle holder, for hiking up hills long walks or even just travel thats really is needed, because i found myself always holding it in my hand when if there was a pocket on the bag how easy life would be. Also getiing to the equitment, i found i still had to take the bag off unless i was using it as a sling and around 15-20 kgs on a sling is to much and so i found it easier and safer to just take off the bag. Overall it is pretty comfortable but nothing amazing, there are a little tweeks they could of done to make it the best. But will have a look for another bag before i go to Morocco and into the deser because i thought this had everything for my needs but shame to say it didn't

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (0 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        9/4/2009

        (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Wow - it just works

        By Norm

        from Edinburgh UK

        See all my reviews

        Pros

        • Discrete
        • Easy access
        • Protection
        • value
        • variable usage

        Cons

        • none

        Best Uses

          Comments about Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black:

          This review would suit the other two smaller sizes in the series

          I bought this as I wanted my gear in one bag with easy access to the camera itself being the prime reason

          A simple clic and pull and your camera is in your hands

          It can be a slingback over left or right shoulder or a backpack

          It has a rain cover, plenty of storage space with lots of little zippy compartments, good heavy padding

          And its not obviously a camera bag as it looks like a rucksack

          All in all - EXCELLENT

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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          Kata 3N1-30 Sling Backpack - Black Specifications

          Colour Black
          Size 45x32x19cm
          Internal size 19x30x29.5cm
          Weight (g) 1500
          Style Photo rucksack
          Extra compartments multiple
          Weather shield Yes
          Manufacturers link Click here
          Range Kata DPS

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