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Kata C-59 GDC Small Camera Case | 
 enlarge | Brand: Bogen
Category: Photography
List Price: $128.00
Buy New: $84.95
You Save: $43.05 (34%)
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Rating:  2 reviews
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.3
Dimensions (in): 14.3 x 10 x 8.4
MPN: KT C-59
Model: KT C-59
UPC: 719821251569
EAN: 0719821251569
ASIN: B0009OA1F6
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Highly protective camera pouch for SLRs and medium-sized video camcorders | | • | 5 padded internal and external pockets and separate media kit for extra batteries, memory cards | | • | Main compartment measures 11 x 7 x 9.4 inches (W x D x H) | | • | Exterior made of highly durable, waterproof TST (Thermo Shield Technology) | | • | Can be worn on belt or carried with included shoulder strap |
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Product Description
The C-59 designed with style, ergonomically engineered and TST protected. By using the dividers, the main compartment can accommodate a small DV camcorder or a pocket camcorder, charger and other equipment. 5 Padded internal and external pockets and a separate media kit will hold extra gear. Carrying options include Elasto-Rubber handle, BSS shoulder strap and back loops for a waist belt. The cases' folded zipper and unique "internal wall" provides double protection from moisture and dust. In rain, use the elements' cover, black side out, and in sun reverse to silver for heat reflection.
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| Customer Reviews:
 C-59 disappoints on several levels June 21, 2007
Excalibur (West Coast, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Going into this purchase I knew there were tons of Lowepro cases on the market that were readily available. But I wanted to grab something that was specialized, unique, and generally well-reviewed/received. Kata came to mine and I spent quite a bit of time deciding between the C-Series of bags. I settled on this one because of its long term uses of fitting and storing more items.
The case is lacking several functional pieces to truly bring it to the forefront of quality. First off, the price led me expecting more. The dividers are SMALL - and each are slightly angled in a way that absolutely puzzled me when I took them out for the first time. Putting them back in requires exact replication of the original configuration otherwise you will have small gaps on the bottom. The dividers are also not very tall. They have no flap overs on the top leaving pieces exposed.
The side pocket zippers do not fully close, leaving just a slight amount of the interior showing on the exterior. For a case that is specifically designed to keep the dust and moisture out - this is clearly an area that does not meet expectations.
The bags top zippers are also not easy to open. When they go from the closed position to the open position around the bag, you have to navigate the shoulder straps which actually hinder clean movement around the sides. This was a puzzling design flaw that kind of seemed like an obvious conflict of material placement.
The shoulder strap is awkward and the padding that are attached on the strap are not adjustable. It only fits in the middle of the strap. You can adjust this with lengthening and shortening the adjusters, but that is tedious.
Lastly, the bag that comes with it, to protect sunlight/rain is a hassle to affix. You have to remove both shoulder straps from the connecting plates and then pull and tighten it around the front. Once on the front - it still leaves the back completely exposed. My guess on this design was so that you could still use the belt loop on a person in these elements. I felt like I would break the strap when I was tightening its elastic pull.
Other than the above issues its very, very strong and sturdy. It's not ugly or an eye sore. Aesthetically it looks fine. Functionally, on the outside, I'm sure it performs well. It was some of the minor issues that I really took issue with for such an expensive bag. I expect more dividers from a company such as Kata. I expected the dividers to be accurately cut so extra plastic wasn't hanging off sides to scratch exposed pieces. This bag is LARGE and really sticks out of your side when carrying it. Certain people need this much room, I am not one of them. It is an odd shape too. Not completely square or rectangular. More half of a half pentagon, if there is such a thing.
I am now planning on purchasing a Lowepro bag as I have been able to compare this Kata bag.
 How can you NOT love Kata products? September 10, 2006
A. Swanson (NorCal)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have had several other brands of camera bags, but once I purchased the R103 backpack, I knew Kata was a winner. And now, with the C-59, that conclusion continues.
Incredible construction, fantastic quality. Easily changed configurations. And terrific protection.
These are the best camera bags made. Period. Do yourself a favor and get one.
Specifically, using the C-59, I was able to get my Rebel XT, with grip and a 28-105 lens, plus my 50mm, 19-35 and 28-75/2.8 all in the main pocket. I have cards and batteries in one side and caps and lens cleaners in the other. In the back pocket are my manuals and in the inside pocket are filters.
The only negative I can come up with is Kata's website really leaves a LOT to be desired. You can't really tell what you're getting (from looking at that site) before you get it. That said, I just don't see myself buying anything but Kata in the future.
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