Hama has announced a new range of “Katoomba” photo backpacks / sling bags. There are four models in the line-up,.ranging in price from €89 to €129. All of them feature a single shoulder strap and can be quickly pulled forward in front of your body using a handle. This means everything is ready at hand in an instant without having to take off the bag. The smallest model, the Hama Katoomba 150, comes in two versions, the 150R and 150L, which are meant to be worn on the right and left shoulder, respectively. The two larger models, Hama Katoomba 170RL and 190RL, feature a “two-shoulder sliding system” that allows you to move the carrying strap to the left or right. The Hama Katoomba camera bags will be showcased at the Photokina trade show later this month.

Hama Press Release

Fast changeover

Special photo backpacks are more than a practical invention. The equipment is safely protected by all-round padding and stored in an easy-to-find manner using various inner dividers and outer pockets. Even large equipment, which is usually heavy too, can be comfortably transported on your back

At photokina, Hama will present a new backpack series that goes a step further. The “Katoomba” models are now worn with a shoulder strap and can be quickly pulled forward in front of your body using a handle. Everything is ready at hand in an instant without having to take off the bag.

Wear it on left or the right
The smaller Katoomba 150 model is available in two versions. Choose the model based on whether you prefer to carry the weight on the right (R) or on the left (L) shoulder.
You do not have to choose in advance for the two larger models. The “two-shoulder sliding system” allows you to move the carrying strap to the left or right. This can be changed to the other side at any time.

What they have in common is fast access to the equipment. The front cover prevents the main compartment being unintentionally opened too far and the valuable equipment falling out. 

Item no. 103739 Kamera-Sling-Bag “Katoomba” 150L
Item no. 103740 Kamera-Sling-Bag “Katoomba” 150R
Item no. 103741 Kamera-Sling-Bag “Katoomba” 170RL
Item no. 103742 Kamera-Sling-Bag “Katoomba” 190RL

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