 |
| Rainbow Lorikeet. RX10 M4. Nothing to do with camera bags but a more interesting photo. |
My Panasonic FZ1000 and FZ2500 cameras fit perfectly in theLowe Pro Apex 110 bag.
But the RX10M4 has a longer lens so I had to seek a different carrying solution.
The carry bag needs to protect the camera from knocks without being over built, allow the camera to be inserted and removed easily with the lens hood in reversed position and provide compartments for spare batteries, microfiber cloth, memory cards and a cable release if one is planning on tripod work. Some owners use the neck strap so they need a bag with space for this. I prefer to use a simple wrist strap which makes the process of using the camera more streamlined. I do not carry the camera around my neck.
Here are two options which fit those criteria.
 |
| Lowe Pro Toploader Zoom 45 AW (II) |
Lowe Pro Toploader Zoom 45 AW (II)
This is the smallest and lightest bag which I have been able to find in Australia which is suitable for the RX10M4. With a protect filter on the lens and the lens hood reversed, it is just high enough to squeeze in the EVF eyepiece with no spare room. In particular there is no space to accommodate the neck strap.
The camera goes into the bag easily enough but can be a bit awkward to remove. See the photo for the way I grab the camera to remove it. I find that if I try to lift the camera by the handle it does not want to come out so easily.
 |
| Extracting the camera from the TLZ bag |
I have some concern about the weight of the camera bearing down onto the lens and wonder if any damage might result. Probably not I have never heard any such described.
Otherwise the TLZ45 does a good job. It has a raincover and an external zip up pocket for accessories.
The top cover opens away from the body.
It doesn’t hang straight though. The attachment points for the shoulder strap are at the rear which causes the bag to tilt forward when loaded. This might be an issue for some people.
 |
| Handle up in the Adventura SH 140 (II). Easy to extract. Note basic wrist strap. |
Lowe Pro Adventura SH 140 (II)
This bag is larger overall and a bit heavier. It is higher than required for the RX10M4 but otherwise a good fit with the camera either handle up or screen up.
I use it as shown in the photo, handle up. The bag is exactly the right width with a protect filter and reversed lens hood on the camera.
I find this setup allows me to insert and remove the camera most easily. It also provides enough space for those who wish to use the neck strap.
There is a rain cover and plenty of space in the front compartment for accessories.
The strap attachment points are mid way between front and back allowing the bag to hang straight when loaded.
The top cover opens away from the body.
I always find that a suitable carry bag is an important aspect of the ergonomics of owning and using a camera.
Either of the two described here is satisfactory for the RX10Mk4.