| Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH) |  | Brand: Bogen
Category: Photography
List Price: $110.00
Buy New: $57.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  5 reviews
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.6
Dimensions (in): 17.1 x 14.2 x 2.9
MPN: KT T-212
Model: KT T-212
UPC: 719821237815
EAN: 0719821237815
ASIN: B00092LNHS
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| Features:
| • | Enables frontal carrying and a quick draw, without weighing down on your neck | | • | Expandable main compartment adjusts to fit your gear | | • | Can be divided into two sections; includes several pockets for accessories | | • | Exterior made of highly durable, waterproof TST (Thermo Shield Technology) | | • | Part of Kata's modular EPH system of photography bags |
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Product Description
Kata's T-212 is uniquely designed to keep your Digital / SLR or Camcorder in quick-draw position, while TST protected. The T-212 enables frontal carrying without weighing on your neck. The shape of the main compartment adjusts to fit your gear and can be divided into two sections. Additional pockets will store all necessary accessories. The T-212 is the central element of Kata's EPH System and can be attached to the W-92 Waist Pack as well as one of the backpacks: R-102, Teddy-2, BP-502, Panda or Grizzly.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Uncomfortable August 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Although the bag itself is well made, the strap system is VERY uncomfortable. Looking at Kata's website it seems they updated the strap system to resemble that of the T-214. The T-212 I got from Amazon, however, had a different main strap and was so uncomfortable that I returned it promptly.
 Kata T-212 July 16, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have this sling and don't like it. It ends up hurting your back and doesn't fit snuggly. I wanted a smaller bag to carry around my Canon 5d when traveling... while this sling can do that it ended up being a pain to carry around airports. This ends up being heavey and cumbersome. Look else where.
 very practical bag for small photo configurations April 23, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I have quite a large collection of photo bags, including Kata T-214, which I used for a couple of years now and I am very pleased with its performance.
Recently I reviewed my photo usage paterns during my urban travels and I decided that I need one more torso-pack sling bag, smaller than the T-214. Until now I used a Domke F-5XA for this purpose which was great, but a bit small for my travel configuration - Nikon D70 and two medium sized consumer zooms.
I found one T-212 at a local store and proceeded to stuff it with equipment. To my amazement it held any two zoom lenses (including a Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8 which I borrowed from the store) I wanted with a Nikon D70 body. Due to its elastic nature the T-212 can hold much more than its small size suggests.
I am not very concerned with spilling stuff, as it has a safety catch which stops the flap from falling down. I found that even when the zipper was completely open none of my equipment will fall down, when the safety catch is closed. However, it is still good practice to completely close the zipper when carying it as a precaution against pickpockets or if you slide to wear it on your back.
I also have a friend who caried his photo equipment using the T-212 for three weeks during a trip to Nepal and was very happy with its field performance. I find it much more comfortable to carry around than the T-214 and it is an excellent solution when traveling - it is light and it keeps your equipment ready.
 Good for midsize SLR. August 16, 2007
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This bag is big enough for ONE camera with ONE normal zoom attached (I have the DSLR-A100 with 18-70 zoom). There is some sort of a "lock" to to hold the flap the being completely opened in "auto" mode when the zipper is not closed completely.
Unless, if the bag is very stuffed... I think....
Your bag will still look kind of lumpy with your SLR in, but since I don't want a HUGE backpack, the 212 works for me.
I do not recommand this bag if you have something like a Canon 1Ds with a extended battery pack and a standard zoom.
torso pack sling should not be "slanged" June 1, 2007
9 out of 11 found this review helpful
the kata torso camera sling sounded like a good idea, after all, what photographer wouldn't want his equipment ready to shoot at a moment's notice? unfortunately, this product does not cradle larger cameras (like the canon 20d digital camera with a 17-85mm zoom lense - the mfrs. state that their sling will accommodate such equipment) with any degree of comfort or security.
the problem arises from the design more than the materials which are touted as being of ballistic quality (so if you are ever shot while filming, at least your camera would survive). because the sling is relatively thin (a good thing actually) with no contouring for the camera (the bad thing), the device sits sandwiched between two very durable pieces of ballistic material. yes, it will absorb shocks and yes, it will be available for you to "whip out" on the fly; however, you must remember to zip up the sling completely after inserting your camera. if you do not, you risk having you camera fall out and... well, now you have a very expensive paperweight.
if you really want something that is practical to use, this accesory is not it.
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