GEAR BUYERS’ GUIDE
SHIMODA DV ROLLER £300/$340 shimodadesigns.com
meaning you can quickly transfer gear from roller to backpack by removing the DV core unit from one case and dropping it in the other. Each side of the bag features a full-length zipped pocket. One side is fitted with a travel document and phone sleeve and the other side fits larger accessories like a water bottle. Both have a compression strap so you can also carry a medium-sized tripod if needed.
Shimoda is becoming established as a designer and manufacturer of great bags. The DV Roller can accommodate large cinema cameras and mirrorless cameras with bigger lenses. With 100mm all-terrain wheels, a wide, doctor bag style opening and heavy-duty extending handle, it’s a unique case – made with Shimoda’s premium materials and build quality. It also has the same dimensions as the Shimoda Action X70 backpack,
PELI 1646 AIR £757/$489 peliproducts.co.uk
Pros: A roller bag with chunky wheels
Cons: Not the most well-known brand
Peli’s hard cases now come in two types – standard or the lighter Air range. These bags have been on a diet, yet the changes don’t affect the rugged, safe properties that make the brand famous. The Air is lighter – yet just as sturdy. The Air range comes in many different sizes, including deeper cases to carry even more kit. These models include the 1646 Air, which features press-and-pull latches and collection has been pared down to shave off weight, and some weigh in at around 40% less than the standard cases. They still have high-security latches, stainless-steel hasps so you can use padlocks, plus an extendable handle as well as particularly hard- wearing wheels. a customisable foam insert. Every component in the Air
PELI 1535 TP £444/$410 peliproducts.co.uk
Peli protective camera cases are virtually unbreakable, watertight, airtight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosion proof – as well as extremely strong and durable. They are the gold standard for protective cases and are used by scientists, the military and other government groups that need to keep delicate kit very safe. The 1535 is sealed from the elements and includes an automatic purge valve for equalisation after changes in atmospheric pressure. There are double ABS latches that seal securely and padlock protectors for added security. This 1535 has the Trekpak divider insert: a unique pin system allows
for flexible adjustment as the contents of the case change. Many other internal options are available, so you can customise your case to your precise needs. They will last for decades – and never go out of fashion.
Pros: Even more space and lighter Cons: No backpack option
Pros: Incredible protection
Cons: Thieves know they house expensive kit
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