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Think Tank Photo Enhances Retro Bags, Adds Rolling Bag
31 March 2016
Think Tank Photo has added a Sandstone color option to it Retrospective camera shoulder bag line which also adds the $154.75 Retrospective 6, a new size that caters to dSLR users who want to carry more lenses and mirrorless users who want to fit two small lenses front to back.
New Color. Sandstone joins Black, Blue Slate and Pinestone.
The Retrospective 6, is now available in Sandstone, Black and Pinestone.
NEW ROLLING BAG
The company also announced the $599.75 Production Manager 50, a rolling bag designed to hold "an immense amount of gear, including lighting equipment and large light modifiers." One photographer will now be able to transport what used to require two assistants, the company said.
"Pro photographers usually travel by car or van to where they are going to shoot," said Doug Murdoch, Think Tank CEO and lead designer. "Once a shoot is completed the set needs to be torn down and moved to the next location. Often times, there can be a time crunch where all the gear has to be loaded quickly. Carrying these bags up and down stairs and over rough terrain can be very cumbersome and often takes two people. The Production Manager 50 makes this time-sensitive, cumbersome process easier and quicker."
New Assistant. At least it may feel that way.
For more information, including dimensions, see the individual news releases below.
Think Tank Photo Expands Popular Retrospective Photography Shoulder Bag Collection with New Color and New Size
SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- Think Tank Photo has just released enhancements to its popular Retrospective camera shoulder bag line. All of its existing Retrospective bags -- the Retrospective 5, Retrospective 5 Leather, Retrospective 7, Retrospective 7 Leather, Retrospective 10, Retrospective 20, Retrospective 30 and Retrospective 30 Leather -- are available in a new colorway, Sandstone. In addition, a new size, the Retrospective 6, is now available in Sandstone, Black and Pinestone. The Retrospective 6 caters to dSLR users who want to fit more lenses and to Mirrorless users who want to fit two small lenses front to back.
WHAT FITS
The Retrospective 6 fits a dSLR or gripped dSLR with short lens attached, one to two additional lenses and an 8-inch tablet or flash in the front pocket or one to two Mirrorless bodies with lenses attached, one to four extra lenses and an 8-inch tablet or flash in the front pocket
Examples:
- Canon 5D MIII with 50mm f1.2 attached, a 16-35mm f4 detached, a 85mm f1.2 and an iPad Mini
- Nikon D4s with 14-24mm f2.8 attached, a 24-70mm f2.8, a SB-900 flash and a Lumiquest Softbox III
- Sony a7mII with 16-35mm f4 attached, 24-70mm f4, 35mm f2.8, 55mm f1.8 and a flash
MATERIALS
Exterior: Durable water-repellant coating; polyurethane coating; sand-washed 100 percent cotton canvas (Pinestone and Sandstone); 1100D polyspun polyester (Black); YKK " RC Fuse (abrasion-resistant) zippers; antique nickel-plated metal hardware; nylon webbing and 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
Interior: Closed cell foam & PE board reinforced dividers, 210D silver-toned nylon, polyurethane backed velex liner & dividers, 2x polyurethane coated nylon 210T seam-sealed rain cover and 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT
External Dimensions: 13.5" W x 7.9" H x 6.7" D
Internal Dimensions: 13" W x 7.5" H x 5.3.0-inch D
Front pocket (fits 8-inch tablet): 10.6" W x 6.3" H x 1.0" D
Weight: 2.6 lbs.
Photographers Can Fit Lighting Equipment and Large Light Modifiers in One Rolling Bag with Think Tank Photo's New Production Manager 50
SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- Think Tank Photo has released the largest rolling photography equipment case on the market, the Production Manager 50. Designed to hold an immense amount of gear, including lighting equipment and large light modifiers, one photographer will now be able to transport what it used to take up to at least two assistants. It is easy to move, carry, work out of and stack among other gear.
This large rolling bag features stabilizing, wide-set, shock-absorbing wheels that roll smoothly and hold up under the toughest conditions, the ability to lock the main compartment and secure the bag with the included lock and cable and a fully customizable interior with dividers to protect small and large lighting equipment including c-stands and large modifiers.
"Pro photographers usually travel by car or van to where they are going to shoot," said Doug Murdoch, Think Tank's CEO and Lead Designer. "Once a shoot is completed the set needs to be torn down and moved to the next location. Often times, there can be a time crunch where all the gear has to be loaded quickly. Carrying these bags up and down stairs and over rough terrain can be very cumbersome and often takes two people. The Production Manager 50 makes this time-sensitive, cumbersome process easier and quicker."
KEY ADDITIONAL FEATURES
- Large front zippered pocket for reflectors, umbrellas, extension cords, cables, etc.
- Attachments for lightstands or tripods on both sides (straps included)
- Rigid shell and stiffened dividers ensures gear protection
- Robust handles on four sides for easy loading and unloading by two people
- Heavy-duty aluminum side-frame protects axle from impact
- ID plate can be registered on the Think Tank site that may allow lost or stolen bag to be returned
- YKK RC Fuse zippers, 1680D ballistic nylon and super-stick velex (interior) contribute to one of the most robust products on the market.
- Large interior mesh pockets for organizing pocket wizards, gels, cords, tape, batteries and other accessories
- Ergonomic top handle for rolling or carrying by two people.
- Velex wrapped dividers for extra durability and longevity.
- Adjustable lid straps keep bag open and accessible
- Rear skid rails and custom wheel housings allow for loading and unloading from a vehicle with ease
- Business card holder for easy identification on top panel
- User replaceable wheels & hardware
- Seam-sealed rain cover included
MATERIALS
External: All fabric exterior treated with DWR while fabric underside is coated with PU for superior water resistance, 1680D ballistic nylon, YKK " RC Fuse (abrasion resistant) zippers, custom designed extra tall skid plates, replaceable custom-designed wheels, antique nickel plated metal hardware, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread
Internal: 210D silver-toned nylon, PU backed velex liner & dividers, 2x PU coated nylon 210T seam-sealed taffeta rain cover, closed cell foam & PE board stiffened dividers, belly-o mesh pockets, 3-ply bonded nylon thread
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT
Exterior Dimensions: 17.3" W x 53.1" H x 12.6" D
Interior Dimensions: 15.6" W x 49.2" H x 10" D
Weight: 20.7 to 29.8 lbs.