Hi Mark, thank you for all of the video work that you provide for YT viewers. I have the 3.5 L bag & I find like you, this bag is quite useful for carrying small prime lenses & a small camera body. I do not use the included insert divider with this bag. Similarly, as you demonstrate in the video, I find I can carry more compact lenses in this bag by using lens pouches as opposed to using the insert. I have a Wontancraft Ryker, Trooper, Pilot (10L) & the new 18L backpack. All of their products are well designed, using quality materials & offer good value for their price points. Best wishes.😊
Would be great to see how you organise your bag like a view from the top. For a 1 lens setup with an a7r5 + 1 prime or 20-70f4 do you think the 2P would be enough or the 3.5L would be a better fit. Also any idea if the R5 + tamron 28-200 would fit in the 3.5L. Thanks for your help.
@@AlphaCreativeSkills I know. Thats why I said overpriced. I don't mind paying for things that are expensive if they aren't overpriced, which these bags are.
Do you know if the strap gets longer on the 3.5l then the 2l? I have the 2 l and I manly use it as a camera insert in my backpack. It’s great for that but with my bigger frame the strap is too short.
Hi Mark, Hope you enjoy the trip. Just curious as to the choice of the A7C (other than weight saving) instead of the a7IV or A1? I myself have gone completely to the A7C and the Sigma compact lenses.
Like you, I prefer shoulder bags to backpacks. And I currently use the 10L and 7L Wotancraft Pilot messenger bags. Since I'm always looking for ways to downsize my kit these days, I'll be very interested in hearing how you get along with your downsized kit on your trip to India. Hope it's a great trip.
I have just reviewed the Lightning Rider 12L which I now intend to carry as my second (non-photographic) bag. Alternatives to the Pilot 3.5L also include Wotancraft's latest version of their waist pack. In the USA I used this to carry a Sony FX30 mounted to a hand-held bluetooth grip.
I bought the Wontancraft 10L based on your review and love it. The 3.5L looks perfect when I’m daily carrying the A1 or A74 with one lens. Do you have an affiliate link Mark?
I don't have an affiliate link yet as the Wotancraft launch is not until tomorrow ;-) You can use the link in the info section below the movie starting from the 28th
Hi Mark, I have the same setup 7L and 10L Pilot and ordered the 3,5L. However I have a question, how do you fit all your other belongings in the 10L Pilot. Assuming you take a laptop, some backup SSD and clothing. If I go on a 3 week motorbike trip my shoes and a pair of jeans fill up half of the bag. How do you manage to pack for a month trip to India?
I created a 2.5 hour travel seminar for my Patrons using the images captured on my India trip. Patreon.com/markgaler This is an album of images captured with the new FE 20-70 F4 G in India: flic.kr/s/aHBqjAoBoT
Hi Mark. I was wondering about your thoughts on storing & carrying the following camera body and four prime lenses using Wotancraft's 3.5 L sling bag. 1x Fujifilm X-T5 1x XF 18 mm F1.4 lens 1x XF 23 mm F1.4 lens (type 2) 1x XF 33 mm F1.4 lens 1x XF 56 mm F1.2 lens (type 2) Regarding the hobbit travel pouches. Would either the xs or s sized versions of these hobbit travel pouches fit these lenses individually? Look forward to your comments soon. All the best. 🙂
I am not familiar with the size of the Fuji lenses you have mentioned. I am currently working with a camera and three lenses in this bag (not four). One lens is mounted on the camera and one sits above another lens on the other side of the divider I think three compact lenses in hobbit cases may be a little tall for a 3.5L. You could compare the size of the Fuji lenses with Sony lenses I list in the video or stack the three lenses and measure the height. The 3.5L is the same height as the 7L so if this height is insufficient you may need to go wider to accomodate more than three lenses.
Mark, I take it you will be drinking spirits for the month you will be in India? As a matter of interest, are you able to get all that camera gear, in the larger case on the plane as carry-on luggage? Would hate to think of the replacement cost if baggage handlers were to drop the larger of the bags and a mega $ value of bodies and crown jewel lens. Do you ever, when going overseas, eg for your recent Harley trip, consider the industrial strength type Pelican cases. They would appear to afford the degree of protection required if you were taking a lot of gear and could not it all onboard as passenger luggage. The downside, of course, is that the appearance would attract thieves.
I try to avoid checking camera bags (even pelican cases) whenever possible. My recent trip the Nevada and California I checked zero bags. I just carried on the Pilot 7L and 10L
Is there any padding in that top lid? I'm thinking of putting one of the with camera and lens into another carryon bag, and was wondering if it would be padded on all sides.
The top flap has no padding but this doesn't stop me from packing two Pilot bags into one carry-on as I never pack top-to-top - so the base padding is always enough to prevent contact damage.
Mark, another fantastic review! Thank you. Two questions: 1. Can the Peak Design capture clip be used on the 3.5L? 2. Can the zipper pouch external module be used on the 3.5 liters
The Capture Clip can be added to the Shoulder Strap of these bags. Attachment points for the clip-on external modules are available on the sides of the 3.5 and 2L bags (the same type of attachment points that appear on the front of the 7 and 10L bags).
I’m gonna be all over one of these for a drone/phone setup. The peak design 3L sling is a little too snug for the DJI Mini 3 & controller/batteries. Is the 3.5L more spacious than the peak design offering?
You are quite a salesman! Every video you post is inspiring. How not these mfr like to have your help to promote their products! I hope they can design a compact sling camera bag for runners someday. Have a great trip to India. Travel safe.
I don't have an iPad mini to test this but you will find the internal measurements for the 3.5L on the Wotancraft website. Link added to the info section of this video,
Hi Mark, thank you for all of the video work that you provide for YT viewers. I have the 3.5 L bag & I find like you, this bag is quite useful for carrying small prime lenses & a small camera body. I do not use the included insert divider with this bag. Similarly, as you demonstrate in the video, I find I can carry more compact lenses in this bag by using lens pouches as opposed to using the insert. I have a Wontancraft Ryker, Trooper, Pilot (10L) & the new 18L backpack. All of their products are well designed, using quality materials & offer good value for their price points. Best wishes.😊
Thanks your input 👍
Would be great to see how you organise your bag like a view from the top. For a 1 lens setup with an a7r5 + 1 prime or 20-70f4 do you think the 2P would be enough or the 3.5L would be a better fit. Also any idea if the R5 + tamron 28-200 would fit in the 3.5L. Thanks for your help.
The 3.5L would be a better fir for a dual card camera. My patrons get the benefit of travel seminars but I seldom, if ever, revisit bag reviews.
These bags looks good, was tempted to get the 7L bag but it's way overpriced (like most things to do with photography!)
Expensive is the not the same as overpriced
@@AlphaCreativeSkills I know. Thats why I said overpriced. I don't mind paying for things that are expensive if they aren't overpriced, which these bags are.
I disagree - the quality is incomparable for the price, which is why Chris Nichols from dpreview.com voted it product of the year.
@@tilikumtim5562 you get what you pay for. There’s plenty of cheap options if that’s what you’re looking for :)
Do you know if the strap gets longer on the 3.5l then the 2l? I have the 2 l and I manly use it as a camera insert in my backpack. It’s great for that but with my bigger frame the strap is too short.
I think the straps are the same length
Hi Mark, Hope you enjoy the trip. Just curious as to the choice of the A7C (other than weight saving) instead of the a7IV or A1? I myself have gone completely to the A7C and the Sigma compact lenses.
It’s entirely about the weight and form factor for this particular trip
Like you, I prefer shoulder bags to backpacks. And I currently use the 10L and 7L Wotancraft Pilot messenger bags. Since I'm always looking for ways to downsize my kit these days, I'll be very interested in hearing how you get along with your downsized kit on your trip to India. Hope it's a great trip.
I have just reviewed the Lightning Rider 12L which I now intend to carry as my second (non-photographic) bag. Alternatives to the Pilot 3.5L also include Wotancraft's latest version of their waist pack. In the USA I used this to carry a Sony FX30 mounted to a hand-held bluetooth grip.
I bought the Wontancraft 10L based on your review and love it. The 3.5L looks perfect when I’m daily carrying the A1 or A74 with one lens. Do you have an affiliate link Mark?
I don't have an affiliate link yet as the Wotancraft launch is not until tomorrow ;-) You can use the link in the info section below the movie starting from the 28th
I have put some links in the info section below the video
Thanks Mark. They ask when you order who you heard about the product from and i put your name
@@jettubby17 - Thanks Todd
Hi Mark, I have the same setup 7L and 10L Pilot and ordered the 3,5L. However I have a question, how do you fit all your other belongings in the 10L Pilot. Assuming you take a laptop, some backup SSD and clothing. If I go on a 3 week motorbike trip my shoes and a pair of jeans fill up half of the bag. How do you manage to pack for a month trip to India?
What's in my Vlogging/Adventure travel Messenger Bag - Updated version to include the new FX30
ua-cam.com/video/thqG_5g6DIA/v-deo.html
On my Patreon.com/markgaler support channel I am able to provide more in-depth support and guidance.
Beautiful trip to India you are planning. I am eager to see what you share. :-)
I created a 2.5 hour travel seminar for my Patrons using the images captured on my India trip. Patreon.com/markgaler
This is an album of images captured with the new FE 20-70 F4 G in India: flic.kr/s/aHBqjAoBoT
I LOVE INDIA HAD BEEN THERE 3 TIMES BEFORE CORVID >> MY QUESTIONS CAMERA STRAP WIDE EACH OF THE BAGS 10L 7L 3.5L 2L PLEASEEE
3.8 cm for the strap and 6.5 cm for the padded section of the strap. The steps do not differ across the range.
@@AlphaCreativeSkills manythanks from Thailand
Which size could be advised for a7r III with 35 1.4 and 70-200GM2? Could they fit in the 3,5? Many thanks, now I’m going to enjoy the video.
Move to a larger Pilot
Hi Mark. I was wondering about your thoughts on storing & carrying the following camera body and four prime lenses using Wotancraft's 3.5 L sling bag.
1x Fujifilm X-T5
1x XF 18 mm F1.4 lens
1x XF 23 mm F1.4 lens (type 2)
1x XF 33 mm F1.4 lens
1x XF 56 mm F1.2 lens (type 2)
Regarding the hobbit travel pouches. Would either the xs or s sized versions of these hobbit travel pouches fit these lenses individually?
Look forward to your comments soon.
All the best. 🙂
I am not familiar with the size of the Fuji lenses you have mentioned. I am currently working with a camera and three lenses in this bag (not four). One lens is mounted on the camera and one sits above another lens on the other side of the divider I think three compact lenses in hobbit cases may be a little tall for a 3.5L. You could compare the size of the Fuji lenses with Sony lenses I list in the video or stack the three lenses and measure the height. The 3.5L is the same height as the 7L so if this height is insufficient you may need to go wider to accomodate more than three lenses.
Mark, I take it you will be drinking spirits for the month you will be in India?
As a matter of interest, are you able to get all that camera gear, in the larger case on the plane as carry-on luggage? Would hate to think of the replacement cost if baggage handlers were to drop the larger of the bags and a mega $ value of bodies and crown jewel lens.
Do you ever, when going overseas, eg for your recent Harley trip, consider the industrial strength type Pelican cases. They would appear to afford the degree of protection required if you were taking a lot of gear and could not it all onboard as passenger luggage. The downside, of course, is that the appearance would attract thieves.
I try to avoid checking camera bags (even pelican cases) whenever possible. My recent trip the Nevada and California I checked zero bags. I just carried on the Pilot 7L and 10L
Is there any padding in that top lid? I'm thinking of putting one of the with camera and lens into another carryon bag, and was wondering if it would be padded on all sides.
The top flap has no padding but this doesn't stop me from packing two Pilot bags into one carry-on as I never pack top-to-top - so the base padding is always enough to prevent contact damage.
Mark, another fantastic review! Thank you. Two questions:
1. Can the Peak Design capture clip be used on the 3.5L?
2. Can the zipper pouch external module be used on the 3.5 liters
The Capture Clip can be added to the Shoulder Strap of these bags.
Attachment points for the clip-on external modules are available on the sides of the 3.5 and 2L bags (the same type of attachment points that appear on the front of the 7 and 10L bags).
@@AlphaCreativeSkills Thank you. To clarify, can the PD Capture Clip be attached to the attachment points for the clip-on modules on the 3.5L?
@@AlphaCreativeSkills Mark, I just bought the 3.5L and two accessories through your link. Thanks so much for your assistance.
I’m a Leica m11 shooter I love the macro/elmar 90 f/4 that’s a amazing lense
And what do you think of the bag?
I’m gonna be all over one of these for a drone/phone setup. The peak design 3L sling is a little too snug for the DJI Mini 3 & controller/batteries.
Is the 3.5L more spacious than the peak design offering?
Just to add… I currently own the 7L and it’s my go to bag for my A7iii and tamrons 28-75 & 70-300 😎
I have been using the 3.5L to carry my Atomos Shogun which measures 210 x 130mm
Hi Mark, is that one of the new APSC cameras Sony will announce later today that I see in your smaller bag?
That was a regular A6000 as my A6600 was out on a job.
@@AlphaCreativeSkills I didn't know it came in that pretty silver colour.
could you put a full frame sony with a tamron 35-150 verticle with a sony 16-35 next to it in the pilot3.5l?
I don't have those two lenses - but I could fit an A1 with FE 135 GM attached with an FE 85mm f/1.8 alongside it.
@@AlphaCreativeSkills Would a sony 70-350 fit with another lens? Thanks
The 70-350 is smaller (less wide) than the FE 135 F1.8 GM so yes
Which part of India are you travelling to ?
Predominantly Rajasthan
@@AlphaCreativeSkills Beautiful State. I was there last month for 10days. Jaipur, Mandawa, Bikaner, Jodhpur and udaipur.
your videos are amazing. I really like it. Can i talk with you?.
Join my Patreon.com/markgaler support channel
@@AlphaCreativeSkills sir can we talk on ig?
No
@@AlphaCreativeSkills why?
You are quite a salesman! Every video you post is inspiring. How not these mfr like to have your help to promote their products! I hope they can design a compact sling camera bag for runners someday. Have a great trip to India. Travel safe.
Thanks for the view
Fantastic video.
Thank you very much!
@@AlphaCreativeSkills how were the outcomes with the 3.5L?
I use the 3.5L regularly but ended up taking the 7L to India due to the new Sony gear I took to review while on location.
Thanks for the great video! I'm wondering if that 3,5L can fit iPad Mini?
I don't have an iPad mini to test this but you will find the internal measurements for the 3.5L on the Wotancraft website. Link added to the info section of this video,