Advice on photography vest.

[Ella1267]

I am currently looking to purchase a photography vest. I did buy one in South Africa, but my 70-300mm and my 85mm lenses are too big for the pockets. Does anyone have any suggestions on what would work? I always carry these 2 lenses with me, plus batteries, flash, etc. I did see where they sell a lot of different ones on line, but nothing in town here where I can try something out.

[RichardTaylor]

I'm very happy with my Domke vest.
Vests

[Jim Bryant]

Originally Posted by RichardTaylor

I'm very happy with my Domke vest.
Vests

Me too...... I also have the Domke PhoTogs Jacket, which can also convert into a vest as well.

[OsmosisStudios]

I use Lowepro's Street and Field system. I only use the belt with pouches, but they have shoulder harnesses and full vests as well.

[oldwolf]

Have you considered a belt system like the M-Rock? I've got their belt and used it to carry gear with me down in to a volcano when I was out in Hawaii. It wasn't bad at all. I only had the camera on a Black Rapid strap and the tripod in my other hand and didn't even feel the weight of my gear on my waist.

Waist Camera Bags | M-Rock Modular Camera Bag System

[Ella1267]

Thank you everyone.

On the Domke vest....were you able to carry your 70-300mm lens or similar lens in the front pocket with no problem? The one I have now, the lens won't fit in the pockets....too wide.

[RichardTaylor]

The right hand side external zippered pocket will easily carry the Canon 70-300 F4.6-F5.6 IS Lens (with hood reversed). It will even hold a Canon 70-200 F4 L (with hood reversed) which is physically larger.

[fantasmic2tek]

I use a custom made SWAT vest made for the Manila Police Department.My brother works for the US Embassy. His wife's family is from the Philippines. He gave it to me as a Christmas present last year. It is light and has ample storage for everything including an extra camera body, lenses, batteries and more.

[OsmosisStudios]

Originally Posted by fantasmic2tek

I use a custom made SWAT vest made for the Manila Police Department[...]It is light and has ample storage for everything including an extra camera body, lenses, batteries and more.

... and ammunition, and a sidearm, and flashbangs and...

[fantasmic2tek]

Hahaha!!!!!!!! Don't forget the flashlight and gloves. All kidding aside, it works perfectly. It has more than enough pockets. My Tilley adds the final touch.