Ideal for use as a counterweight or to steady a light stand, the OR-83V Vertical Sand/Water Bag from ORCA OR-83V Sand Water Bag Verticalhas a clever saddlebag design that weighs just 1 lb when empty, a real benefit to location shooters who don't want to ship or lug a heavy bag. Made of durable tarpaulin material, the bag can be filled with either sand or the separately available water bladders, also from ORCA.

Easy, Lightweight Transport When Empty    Ideal for Travelling & Location Shoots    Sold Empty, Fill with Sand or Water    Ideal Counterweight for C-Stand    4-Quart Capacity with Optional Bladder

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How long is it? Actual measurement, please.

A: the strap is 74 long, I carry my bags low (29 off the shoulder) so this works well. Because I carry my bag for long periods of time, I did purchase should pads to go with the straps as well. The canvas digs in a little after a while carrying the bag - comfort of the bag is very important

Q: 2. Is the cell foam liner in the bottom of the F-3X removable (like it is in the F2)?

A: No it's not removable, it's sown in very securely. I can't see any reason to remove it, so this is fine.

Q: 3. Using this as a belt pack, can it be inserted in the regular belt loop of pants?

A: you could, but with more weight it may not work, it's in between a small and medium messenger bag size.

Q: 4. Will the exterior back pocket fit an iPad?

A: I tried my iPad2 (in a hinged iPad case) and it would not fit. When I took the iPad2 out of the case, it barely fit. So, really the answer is no. An iPad mini fits fine and I've traveled with this setup, though I preferred to put the mini inside the bag.

Q: 5. What is the difference between the F-3X Balliastic, and the non-balliastic model?

A: It is the material the bag is made of. The Domke F-3X Balliastic Shoulder Bag (Black) is made of canvas and nylon. The regular F3x is made of canvas and cotton. The Ballastic canvas and nylon bag tends to be stronger, sturdier and more durable.

Q: 6. will this fit a 70-200 lens attached?

A: I have a Canon 5d and a Canon 70-200 f4 lense. This attached combination fits when laid down horizontally. There is room next to the lens for my Fuji x100t. Standing the canon up vertically with the lens in one of the attached dividers works, but not that well. The camera body sticks up above the mouth of the bag about an inch. The lid of the bag can still cover it and fasten. I think the f2.8 version of this lens is about an inch longer and would not fit in either orientation. In general I like the F-3x bag. I use it for several different sets of equipment without any bag reconfiguration. ( medium format with 2 lenses, 5d with 2 lenses, 5d with 1 lens and x100t, etc)

Q: 7. What is the maximum diameter of a lens that can be carried in the two interior side lens pockets?

A: You would be safe inserting a lens that has up to a 75mm diameter.

Q: 8. Where is this bag manufactured?

A: According to the information we have, our current inventory's Country of Origin is USA. Please be aware this can change over the product's production life without notice.

Q: 9. I have many camera bags by a lot of manufacturers but it has been years since I used Domke. I have pretty bad arthritis in my fingers and was wondering if the metal closing clasp has been reworked to make it easier to open?

A: Elliot, the same closing clasp is still on it, you have to pinch it firmly, I still thing the Domke bag overall is the best brand. Maybe you can use both hands opening it. Better yet do like me, I never close that clasp, unless I am traveling. I have this exact bag. Love it.

Q: 10. Do you think the rugged version has a better water resistance because of the wax? Thank you

A: it's a better look..