Thread: Why use half-cases?

Hello,

could anyone please explain the usefulness of (leather) half-cases compared to normal camera bags.
TIA
Peter

gives you protection and also is quick to use.

The camera is "at the ready".....no need to dig into the bag. It's also a preference for a "look". I occasionally carry a bag if I need more than just my camera, but I prefer the simplicity of just a camera.

Yeah, a lot of it is a traditional style factor. But think about it: The reason to use any case is to provide protection. And, in this instance, even if you're using both the top and bottom halves that these cases often feature, you need only pull the top half forward and the camera is ready in a second or two. A lot faster than unzipping a camera bag and pulling the camera out - even faster than a sling bag. And if you're only using the bottom half of the case, you still have a considerable amount of protection and it's just as fast as having no case at all.

Adds a bit of girth for grip to smaller camera bodies.

i really only have cameras as fashion accessories.
I like a leather half-case because then they look a bit more chic
And because I adore the feeling of leather next to my skin.

Originally Posted by pdh

i really only have cameras as fashion accessories.
I like a leather half-case because then they look a bit more chic
And because I adore the feeling of leather next to my skin.

Insert : OMG! Snigglesnigglesnicker!!!!!

Ahem. Yes, well.. snicker.

Anyway, what evades me is yes a halfcase is very useful for hanging the camera around your neck and having it at the ready not to mention they can look slick but what I don't get is why people make only the bottom, purchase only the bottom. The snap off tops seem, to me, to make the cases more useful. Here is an entire protective case you can toss in your carry on bag or flip into the back seat when you are traveling.. and take the top off when you are ready to go. Vs.. Here is a half case and you still need to wrap your camera in a towel or something protective in your luggage.. just a weirdness to me that screams "I am all about image". Protect the lens too!

^ Still snickering at Paul.

Originally Posted by Isoterica

take the top off when you are ready to go. .

now you're getting the idea

Not touching that one! Bwahahaha!

Originally Posted by pdh

now you're getting the idea

Me too, but are there any eveready cases (whole cases with a top) for the X-E1 + the 18-55 zoom lens? So far I have only seen half cases. Would be nice.