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Sima Capkeeper 2 for SLRs and Digital SLRs

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Sima Capkeeper 2 for SLRs and Digital SLRs




CapKeeper2 is an elastic loop, which wraps around lens barrel of your camera, with lens cap leash. It prevents lens cap loss with adhesive-backed disc attached to the cap. CapKeeper2 is designed for SLR cameras with interchangeable lenses and video cameras.

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5 Stars Perfect Fit
I recently purchased a Canon Powershot SX20IS through Amazon. The lens cap fits securely on the lens barrel but there is no tether, only a clip inside to attach the cap onto the neck strap, which I don’t use. When I saw this item and the reviews were very positive, I decided to buy it. This is THE tether that all super zoom and DSLR cameras should include. The elastic band fits snugly around the lens barrel and the sticky button fits onto the lens cap securely. The tether may be one to two inches on the long side, but better long than too short.

4 Stars Good value for money
The capkeeper does what is supposed to do. I would have give it fivestars if it were customizable for both SLR lenses and ZDSLRs bodies.

4 Stars Great , hard to find item
Hunted all over for these after losing my lens cover. These are perfect, inexpensive and simple to use.

4 Stars So far so good…
I just purchased the Sima Capkeeper 2 and put it on my canon kit lens 28-135. Works great and seems to be sticking pretty securely and although the string is a bit short, it’s doable for this particular lens. I’m not so sure it would be long enough for a larger zoom without interfering.

5 Stars Works excellent with Nikon D40
This product works great with my stock nikon d40 kit lens. The sticky bits stick well, and althought the chord looks a bit short, it fits the 18-55 lens really well. I used a small c clamp to apply pressure to the sticky bit on the lens cap. So far so good! Two thumbs up!

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Lowepro Topload Zoom 1 Camera Bag Black

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Lowepro Topload Zoom 1 Camera Bag Black




The Lowepro Topload Zoom 1 is a compact carry bag with a sporty design. It holds a compact SLR with a wide-angle lens or compact zoom.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars NIKON D90 camera Bag
Great product for NIKON D90 SLR cameras

Love the style of this bag as it fits my D90 with a 18 – 105 lens.

Have a similar bag [LowePro TLZmini] for my NIKON Coolpix 5700 but this bag is deeper so that the D90 fits with the longer lens ….. Features that I like are the padding that protects my gear from the everyday bumps and knocks that happen when transporting my camera as well as the external and internal pockets that hold my extra “Film’ and spare batteries.

Size of this bag will not accept an extra lens but I never carry an extra lens so I prefer the snug fit so the camera does not ‘flop’ around in the bag. {I carry my camera while rock climbing} If you carry extra lens buy a traditional camera bag.

Very pleased with the construction fit and durability of the materials in this product

GREAT PRICE TOO!

Joe

5 Stars Perfect for the Nikon D3000
I was buying a case for a Nikon D3000 with the 18-55mm zoom lens. Based on the reviews I read on this site, I initially selected the Lowepro TLZ Mini. I discovered the fit was a bit too tight for my camera, perhaps the D3000 18-55mm lens is slightly longer than other similar 18-55 lenses.

The lens cap was against the bottom of the case, so I was concerned that any pressure on the bottom may damage the lens. The fit on the top was tight too and you had to wiggle the camera to get the neck strap in.

I returned the case and bought the Lowepro TLZ 1 instead and have been very happy with the purchase. It’s just the right size for the D3000. There are 2 supports inside the case that give space between the lens and bottom of the case. Great case!

5 Stars Great
It was exactly what I wanted, and my D60 fits perfectly with the lens. It is perfect on the go.

4 Stars Nicely fits the Canon 7D with the kit lens.
I have owned the mini version of this case for my Olympus E-510 for about three years now and have not have any issues with it, so I though I’d buy this full sized version for my recently purchased Canon 7D, and I am happy to report that it fits the Canon nicely. With the kit lens (28-135) the 7D has a little wiggle room on both sides and about half an inch form the back of the camera to the top of the bag. By folding the 7D’s strap up behind the camera it fills that extra space nicely.

This is not the case to get if you like to travel with a lot of accessories and lenses though since there is not much room left when you put a camera like the 7D in it. It has a small pouch on the underside of the cover, perfect for a compact flash card or two, and another larger pouch on the front of the case. The larger pouch can hold the charger, a cable or two, and a few more compact flash cards. The case also includes two little Velcro dividers to section it off if your camera is significantly smaller than the case.

The case is nicely constructed and can stand up to an occasional sprinkle of water. The padding is not very thick, but works well for minor impacts.

The one thing I don’t like about the case is the new shoulder strap. On the older mini version the ends of the shoulder strap were sown down. On the new one you get extra material hanging off the strap if you shorten it. Not only does this extra material get in the way, but also the strap is a bit less secure.

All in all… the prefect case for a larger semi-pro SLR (Canon 7D and 50D and Nikon D300s), but a bit too big for consumer level SLRs (Canon Rebel and Nikon D3000).

4 Stars Does what it’s meant to
I bought this bag for my new Nikon D5000 and it does pretty much what I want it to. The camera goes in lens down (it’s a topload) so it makes for easier getting out. At the moment, I only have an 18-55mm lens attached but it does seem that a longer lens would also fit as there’s a bit of room in the bottom. There’s a pocket for spare batteries and other small items but I don’t think there’s enough space for an additional lens without being too bulky. A solid product which I would recommend to other beginning photographers.

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Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12 2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF S 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 IS Lens Black

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Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12 2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF S 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 IS Lens Black



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5 Stars Very happy with my new camera!
This is the second Canon Rebel camera that I have had. The first was a 35mm that I loved and was very happy to purchase the same in digital. I haven’t had it very long to be able to compare the quality of the photos but so far I really like that the feel of the camera is similar and the shutter speed is fast. I also purchased the same camera so that my old lenses would fit. It is very easy to use, turn it on, take off the lens cap and shoot.

4 Stars cool beans
very nice dslr. Huge difference from a conventional dig. camera. So far the photos that we have shot are very viverant and sharp. i still use kodak image editor though because of my printer. very nice camera. this does not take short movie clips, kinda weak considering all the other cameras at this price point do.

3 Stars Canon XSi great for recreational photos, not a workhorse.
We received a couple of new Canon XSi Digital rebels for crime scene work. Right out of the box one of them had battery issues. Last night at a homicide scene in sub freezing temps mine completely crashed. The associated speedlight couldn’t communicate with the camera resulting in underexposed, blurry night pictures. Then the camera began shutting down intermittently. I had to put it back in the car for several minutes until it began to operate again. Finally, after over an hour of annoying, unannounced shutdowns it started doing what it’s supposed to. The pictures it takes are nothing short of spectacular. I love the design and the interface. Overall a great camera. I’m afraid, however I will have to stick with my erstwhile Canon S2is. It may have fewer megapixels and tons of scratches and scars but it always turns on and takes pictures no matter what. Canon makes great cameras. They dropped the ball on these.

5 Stars Xsi good camera good price
I am a pro shooter who got this camera to use for fun and trips were i would be mad if i damaged my high end $$$ body.(like skiing) Any way i love the camera so far. I have not had the problems that i have read about with the auto focus or image quality. You however can not take this camera out of the box and get the best pictures it can take. they will be ok but you need to take the time and set up your camera. READ the book if you dont know what your doing. I got the kit camera with the 18-55 IS lens and it is ok. The camera takes much better pictures with my 35-350 72mm L lens on it, as will any camera, spend your money on the glass not the body.

If you want a good camera for the price this is the one for you. If you have older EOS cameras your old lenses will work with the new camera. I also use my 430EZ flash that is from my A2 EOS film camera, it is way over powering in the auto mode (as it is not a E-TTL flash only a TTL) but it works if you manual set it, for inside i use 1/16 or 1/32 (up to 10-15 feet works great) out side i set it to full power and i can light up a subject 100 feet away! (it is great for that)

If you have used a EOS before this works about the same. even from my old film EOS to this one, the basic-mid advance functions are the same.

BEWARE were you but from online. do not buy from a company who dose not have a good reviews (reviews not rating, and read the bad ones too). Personally i will not buy from 17st photo out of NY, to many nightmare stories . i try to buy from amazon directly and will do a lot of review reading if my item is supplied by anyone other than them. Spend a few extra $$ to make sure you can send it back it their are any problems. you will get what you pay for.

5 Stars Great SLR for price
This camera is a great digital SLR for the price.

Coming from regular point and shoot Canons and Sony around 7MP, this camera blows them away in image quality and is just as easy to use as the point and shoots.

Make sure to invest in quality UV or other quality lens protection depending on your intended use for the camera.

Also, getting the higher zoom lens is a must-have with this camera, although most of your pictures will be taken in the 18-55 range with the lens that comes with the camera.

Only thing that could improve on this camera would be to be able to see the picture on the LCD before shooting(like a point and shoot), but I suppose that defeats the whole digital SLR camera’s history and function.

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Lowepro Cirrus TLZ 25 Holster Style Case For Digital SLR and Telephoto Zoom Lens Black

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Lowepro Cirrus TLZ 25 Holster Style Case For Digital SLR and Telephoto Zoom Lens Black




Designed for today’s pro-compact and compact digital cameras, the Cirrus Series easily protects both camera and lens from the outside elements. The interior features a memory card pocket for quick changes and brushed tricot lining protect LCD screen and lens from abrasion. The exterior of the bag is built with a tough water- and abrasion-resistant fabric and can be attached through either a belt loop or with an included shoulder strap. This lightweight and compact top-loading bag provides digital camera users with solid protection and fast access to capture those spontaneous moments.

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3 Stars Good Case, Not Flexible Enough…
Well, let me start by saying that the actual case is very good and has excellent padding, so no complains there. The reason I gave this a 3 star is because it did not meet my specific requirements.

I have a Nikon D90 and 35mm lens and also did have an old Lowepro case which fit both, along with additional space for lens cap and cords. I got another 55-200mm lens and was looking for some case to accomodate all three. This case fits the camera and 200mm lense perfectly, but does not leave any additional space for lens cap, cords, etc. I also had to figure a way to keep the 35mm in place!!

So I ended up buying a separate case for 55-200mm (from Lowepro as well) and attached that to my old case (also Lowepro) it works well and carrying both around is convenient as well. I can also avoid carrying the bigger lens if I dont have to and move around with a nice compact case!!

I still have to change lens in order to put the camera back in case, but I guess while using a DSLR you anyways end up changing lens multiple times…

5 Stars Just great for 70-300mm lens with D40
A great size case for D40. I am using it a lot. It is light, and easy to cary around, protecting the camera and the lense.

I do recomment this for the 70-300mm and smaller lenses. Even thou there is room when I have smaller lenses, it is great as it fits all sizes… Just love it… for the quality and price!!!

I do recommend this size, compared to the shorter one. Is better to have more room, then compress the lenses and the camera…

4 Stars Better than average
I was looking for a one stop case for my Nikon D90 + 18-200mm lens. I have seen conflicting reviews on whether the case is long enough for the above combination. And the verdict: yes, it is large/long enough to fit D90+18-200mm lens. And has a pocket for a memory card or two.

And it can fit (barely) the standard lens hood.

Drawbacks: Would have liked an extrenal zippered compartment.

4 Stars Compact travel holster for your DSLR
Compact travel holster, fits the D90 with kit lens. Made from great material but could have been better with more useful compartments. Needs a little more padding on the lower-end where the lens rests.

4 Stars An okay bag
It fits Canon T1i okay. I’d like to have a little more room at the top of the bag, for a camera strap. Camera is well protected inside. Don’t like how the bag sits/hangs on the belt. Don’t look attractive (might be a positive thing).

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Zeikos ZE LCH1 Lens Cap Keeper

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Zeikos ZE LCH1 Lens Cap Keeper




The perfect way to keep track of your lens caps. A small button tapes onto the front of your lens cap and the elastic loop goes around the barrell of your lens so that your lens cap always remains attached, hanging from the lens. Never lose a lens cap again!

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3 Stars Lens cap strap [With modification}
Works a promised with one exception:

Strap [just a stretchy cord] is too short for a lens longer than a standard lens.

I bought it for my NIKON D90 with 18-105 lens …. worked fine for a while but broke the cord after a month of use.

If the cord were longer I’m sure it would not have broken!

Easy fix …….. I replaced the ‘cord’ with a much longer 1/8″ black ribbon from my wife sewing supplies.

Can remove the metal clip at the ‘lens barrel’ area with needle nose pliers and the ‘dot’ decal comes off easy

on the ‘cap end’ so you can rethread any length cord you want. Just make knots at the cap end and the lens end so

the keeper is secured. Works great ……. no tension on the keeper!

Then again just buy another “Keeper” they are so cheap!

Joe

4 Stars So far so good
I purchased two one for a 58mm lenses and one for 77mm lense I was afraid that it breaks when i put it to the bigger lenses so i did with care trying not to open it to much to get inside, also I cleaned the surface with cleaning clothes trying to avoid the loss of sticking.

And so far none of the defectives or quality issues of other reviews have happened, remains one piece, remains attached to the cap keeper.

the cap keeper is cheap, but i leave the cap dangle with no extra care, i put and remove the cap often on my 77mm lenses because i have not buy the protection filter and it remains on good shape, no signs of warning.

I recommend the product, but i took the other reviews in mind on “my instalation instructions”

1 Star Do Not Buy
I received this lens cap keeper as part of a package when I bought my digital SLR. I have been using it for a month and a half (once a week or so), and today I looked down while taking pictures and my lens cap was gone! There was just an empty lens cap keeper dangling from my lens. I do NOT recommend this product. I have emailed the manufacturer to see if they’ll replace my Canon lens cap. I don’t want another one of their lens cap keepers because they don’t do what they’re supposed to do.

2 Stars Lens Keeper that may not keep
On day 2 the disc you place on the lens cap separated and the strap hung loose with half the disc on the end; the other half still on the lens cap. The disc is made from 2 discrete halves. I superglued both halves together and this had held. With this huge exception strap is fine. .

4 Stars Extra Glue
After reading about the lens cap not sticking to the cap keeper. I decided to use some black 3M Weather Strip Adhesive to help things out. So far it has worked great

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