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The C380 or C382 (they are both the same size, but the C382 has additional side pockets) is the common choice for the "average Joe" DSLR body with a "standard wide-to-tele" or "manufacturers kit" lens.
First, determine the depth of your SLR/DSLR --you have either a "Small" or "Large" DSLR body .
Second, determine height.
Listed below are several popular DSLR/lens combinations. We don't maintain specs for non-Canon or non-Nikon bodies (Fuji, Olympus etc.) or after-market lenses (Sigma, Tokina etc.). If you don't see your SLR or DSLR model listed, don't despair. Take some simple measurements and compare against our inside dimension specs.
Please be aware that the because of the increased depth (including the front pocket) of the three larger holster cases (C500, C580 and C640), some people find these cases cumbersome to wear on the waist when working in crowds such as news events or weddings.
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Case Depth (I.D.)
Measure from the top of the prism (or hot shoe) to the tripod thread or bottom of the
quick-release plate if you are using one. Check this dimension against the case "depth" specification.
With most bodies, there is enough room with a Arca-Swiss type quick-release plate.
An L-bracket up to 6mm (1/4") thick will also fit in our holster cases.
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Small DSLR Body: The C380, C382, M330 or M550 will hold a "Small DSLR Body" and will yield a comfortable fit for a body that is up to 12cm (4.75") deep or a tight fit for a body up to 13cm (5.125") deep.
Exambles (w/o optional vertical grips).
• Canon 5D, 10D, 20D, D30, D60, 20D, 5D, Digital Rebel, Rebel, Elan II, A2E, EOS1n, EOS3* & EOS1v
• Nikon D70, D200, D300, D80, N70, F100, N90s
• Olympus E1
The M330 Small Multi-Pouch works as an alternative compact "holster" case to the C380 or C382. The maximum size DSLR dimensions that will fit in this case are: Camera depth (tripod thread to top of prism) = 10.5cm (4") & maxiumum height (eyepiece to end of lens cap)= 170mm (6.75").
Large DSLR Body: The C500, C580 or C640 will hold a "Large DSLR Body" and will yield a comfortable fit for a body up to 16cm (6.25") deep or a tight fit for a body up to 17.5cm (6.75") deep.
Exambles:
• Canon 1D-series bodies or Canon 5D, D30, D60, 10D, 20D, Digital Rebel, Elan II, A2E, 1n, 1v, EOS1v or EOS3 with the optional vertical battery grip/power booster or
• Nikon D2-series, D1, D1x, F5 or N8008, N6006, N70, N90s, F100, F4s
• Olympus E1 with optional vertical grip
The C500, C580 or C640 will also hold a "Small DSLR Body," but the body will move around a little inside the case, unless an the V100 CameraCushion is placed vertically near the prism.
The Canon EOS3 is tall (12cm w/o battery grip) compared to most other SLRs -- with a quick-release plate could be a tight fit in either the C380 or C382.
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Case Height (I.D.)
This measurement is from the end of the lens cap (w/ a UV filter if you normally use one)
to the eyepiece or back of the camera.
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Allow extra space if you have a thick or bulky neck strap attached to your SLR -- it can also be stowed below the body, near the narrow neck of the lens. If you plan to stack lenses (placing a shorter lens on the bottom of the case with the CameraCushion between) allow about 2cm (3/4") for the thickness of a compressed cushion.
The C380, C382 or C500 will hold a "Small-sized DSLR Body" with a "Short Lens" up to 16cm (6.25") long* or a combinmed body/lens height up to 21.5cm (8.4").
Exambles:
• Canon 24 or 28-70/2.8, 80-200/4.5, 75-300/4-5.6 II USM (incl. IS), 100-300/4.5, 200/2.8, Tamron 28-105/2.8 with hood in reversed storage mode. One of the following lenses with the hood in the shooting position: 16-35/2.8, 17-40/4, 20-35/3.5, 24-85/3.5, 28-80/3.5, 24-105/4 IS, 28-105/3.5, 28-135/3.5-5.6 IS USM & most prime lenses up to 200mm focal length.
• Nikon 70-210/4.5, 70-300/4-5.6 ED AF, 28-70/2.8, 200/2.8 with hood in reversed storage mode. The following lenses with the hood in the shooting position: 20-35/2.8, 24-120/3.5, 28-105/3.5, 35-70/2.8, 28-80/3.5, 35-80/4.5, 35-105/3.5 & most prime lenses up to 200mm focal length.
• Olympus E1 with 11-22, 50 macro or the 50-200 lens attached.
The C580 will hold a Small or Large DSLR body with a "Medium Lens" up to 25cm (9.5") long* or a combined body/lens height up to 30.5cm (12").
Exambles:
• Canon 70-200/2.8 (reg or IS), 75-300/4.5 IS, 70-200/4, 35-350/3.5, 300/4, 200-400/5.6 & 100-400/4.5 IS with hood in the reversed storage mode. 24-70/2.8 with the hood in the shooting position.
• Nikon VR 70-200/2.8, AF-S 80-200/2.8 IF-ED (Silent Wave), 70-300/4, 300/4 & many other long prime lenses with hood in storage mode. Will also fit the older style 80-200/2.8 w/ the HB-7 hood in the shooting position.
• Also fits Tamron 28-105/2.8 with the hood in the shooting position.
The C640 will hold a Small or Large Body with a "Large Lens" up to 31.5cm (12.5")* long or a combined body/lens height up to 37cm (14.5").
Exambles:
• Canon 35-350/3.5, 300/4 IS, 70-200/2.8, 70-200/2.8 IS, 100-400/4-5.6 IS
• Nikon VR 70-200/2.8, 80-200/2.8 (including AF-S IF-ED) with the lens hood in the shooting position. Or for Canon 400/5.6 (w/ an extender too) with hood stowed.
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Case Width (I.D.)
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| Width is usually not a factor as all 35mm SLRs have similar widths -- our holster cases are cut wide to allow room to slide your fingers around your camera when extracting the camera. An L-bracket up to 6mm (1/4") thick will also fit fine in our holster cases. |
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*Our lens length dimensions are "real world" specs and include caps and a single filter. Please note that manufacturers lens specifications do NOT include filters or caps. Add 25mm (1") to the length of manufacturers published lens specs to achieve an accurate "real world" dimension.
Outside dimensions for holster cases are approx. 25mm (1") more than the I.D., except for the depth dimension, which varies, depending on how full the pocket is -- add approx. 40mm (1.5") to that dimension when the pocket is empty or 100mm (4") when filled.
Do not stress the zippers by overpacking your case --
they are not covered under warranty.
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