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The Ranger

Made to fit and protect your DSLR or mirrorless camera with a lens attached. Pick a standard size or configure a custom bag!

149,00 

plus shipping

149,00 

plus shipping

149,00 

plus shipping

149,00 

plus shipping

All bags are made to order.
Lead time: 2 weeks (3 weeks for orders between 16 and 26 June)
Shipping:
2-3 days (international orders typically 5-11 days)

VAT is not charged in accordance with § 19 (1) UStG (German VAT Act) for small businesses.

The Ranger is my ultralight take on a camera top-loader, crafted for hikers and photographers who carry mirrorless or DSLR cameras with a lens attached. Balancing minimal weight with functionality, the Ranger starts at just 57g for the smaller version—which is even lighter than popular camera clips!

Moreover, The Ranger doesn’t compromise on protection. It comes with 4mm padding, and with its roll-top and taped seams it’s designed to protect your gear even in the worst weather. Additionally, my special magnetic quick-flip system allows for super quick access to your camera: unroll the roll-top only once, then the lid is kept securely in place by magnets. Now you only need to flip up the lid to shoot—no zippers or buckles to slow you down.

Attachment Options
My favorite way to carry this ultralight camera bag is attached to the daisy chain on my backpack shoulder straps with two metal carabiners (included). But you can explore additional attachment options above, including hip-belt connectors or a simple waist belt, plus I’m developing additional options at the time. Thanks to the two full rows of cord loops, you can flexible change, experiment with, and come up with new attachment version yourself. 

Custom Options
Interested in a custom size, different fabric/color or custom upgrades? Choose “custom” above and configure your own bag in 6 simple steps! Remember to tap the “?” in each section for additional information. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Feel free to reach out, I’m happy to accommodate your needs! 

FEATURES & DETAILS

Size Small is made for cameras with dimensions up to:

  • 15 cm length
  • 12.5 cm width
  • 8.5 cm height

This will fit most small mirrorless cameras with a standard-range lens attached.  

Size Large is made for cameras with dimensions up to:

  • 18 cm length
  • 14 cm width
  • 10 cm height

This will fit most DSLRs or large mirrorless cameras with a lens attached.

You can get a custom-size to perfectly fit your gear. Please enter exact dimensions, I always add a few mm to ensure you can smoothly insert and withdraw your camera.

Size Small
Weight for Ultra 100 X: 57 g
Weight for EPLX 200: 72 g
Weight for X-Pac RX30: 84 g
Weight for EPLX400: tbd, similar to RX30

Size Large
Weight for Ultra 100 X: 70 g
Weight for EPLX 200: 86 g
Weight for X-Pac RX30: 100 g
Weight for EPLX400: 109 g

I create each bag by hand and weights can vary slightly. Weights are measured without carabiners.

Shell:
Choice of Ecopak EPLX 200, Ultra 100 X or X-Pac RX30

EcoPak EPLX 200 is my standard fabric—eco-friendly, lightweight, and durable. Choose X-Pac RX30 if you’d like more beautiful color options (and don’t mind a little extra weight). For the toughest tear and abrasion resistance at the lowest weight, pick Ultra 100X with its extra-strong UHMWPE fibers.

Padding:
4 mm Evazote EV50

Liner:
Dyneema® Composite Fabric CT2K.18, 34gsm

I’ve designed my camera bags to be as light as possible (whilst still providing full protection), allowing you to conserve energy and stay focused on capturing the perfect shot.

What this means:

  • Made with high-quality ultralight materials like Challenge Sailcloth’s Ecopak EPLX or the premium ultralight choice of Ultra 100X /200X fabrics, offering an exceptional balance of being extremely light, yet incredibly strong and durable.

  • Equipped with 4 mm padding, my tested sweet spot that provides just the right amount of protection without adding unnecessary weight.

  • I use Dyneema Composite Fabrics as the liner for my camera bags. You might know this fabric from very expensive ultralight backpacking tents and think this is a bit overkill. But it’s incredibly lightweight, waterproof and can be taped! 

  • Don’t waste any weight: I’m happy to make you a custom-sized camera bag to perfectly fit your gear!

My camera bags provide strong weather protection, keeping your gear safe from rain, snow and dust.

What this means:

  • The Rolltop Closure is designed for three rolls and thus forms a strong barrier against water entry. This is superior to camera bags with zippers (even if the zip keeps water out, the zipper seams that can’t really be taped let water in).

  • Both the external fabric and internal liner are fully waterproof. To make the best use of this, I’ve designed my camera bags with as few seams as possible. All remaining seams (except for the hem that’s hidden in the rolls) are taped to prevent water sneaking through the stitch holes.

  • Typical camera bags would sew the external fabric and internal liner together to sandwich the padding in-between. I don’t do this, because this makes it impossible to properly tape and seal the camera bag! Instead, I tape my liner to the inside of the shell. This eliminates extra seams and actually improves water protection thanks to my chosen waterproof liner fabric.

  • This makes these bags as waterproof as possible without much heavier fabrics and industrial welding equipment. It doesn’t mean 100 % waterproof, since I make all bags by hand and seam taping can sometimes trap tiny air bubbles. But with two layers of waterproof fabrics and taped seams (liner + shell fabric), it gets as close to perfect as possible.

Note: While the rolltop provides excellent protection against rain, it’s not designed for submersion.

The rolltop is designed to be unrolled once you’re ready to hike or get ready to shoot. Then, my magnetic quick-flip system offers both quick access and sufficient protection on the move. 

How does it work?

  • Magnets clip both sides of the rolltop together. When you fold the rolltop down, another magnet holds it securely in place.

  • To access your camera, simply lift and open the folded-down lid in a single movement.

  • The rolltop height is carefully designed not to get in the way, even when the bag sits in front of your chest. 

You decide how you carry your camera bag outdoors – thanks to multiple attachment points, two included carabiners and lots of additional attachment options.

  • Use carabiners or shoulder strap connectors to attach to daisy chain on your backpack shoulder straps

  • Use hip-belt connectors to attach to the side of your hip-belt. You can feed your hip-belt through the connectors and cinch them tight, or feed the connectors through attachment points on your hip-belt to additionally secure your bag.

  • A simple shoulder sling or waist belt allows you to carry your camera bag without a backpack. In case of the shoulder sling, I recommend the custom upgrade of extra side attachment points for a more balanced and comfortable carry.

  • I’m currently working on more options like a three point strap, a buckle kit and bike attachments!

My standard camera bag is designed to be ultralight, protective and quickly accessible – full focus on these features, nothing else. But you can configure your custom bag to add options that make it the perfect camera bag for you!

  • The External Stretch Pocket gives you extra accessible space. Great for phones, snacks, maps, lens caps and more. Made of durable UltraStretch material (with UHMWPE fibers).
  • Extra Side Attachment Points provide better balance as a shoulder sling camera bag. You could also use these as additional connection options for extra security. They are reinforced with extra fabric from the inside.
  • An Internal Security Loop is a loop sewn into the inside of the hem. You can use this to tie your camera to the bag to catch it in case of a drop.
  • 3D Mesh on Body Side adds an additional layer of cushioning to the side of the bag that touches your body, as well as some breathability. This may be useful if you mainly intend to use it with a waist belt that pulls the bag close to your body.
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  1. RH

    Got out on my first trek with the new bag a few days ago. Absolutely superb! I prefer personally to use it as a waist holster bag rather than across the chest and the bag fitted perfectly onto my rucksack waist belt. This made it very accessible and easy to open and close. The bag offers just the right amount of protection but of course you already know this!In a few weeks I head for the Spanish Pyrenees for a 10 day trek where the weight saving will be much appreciated. Anyway, here is a photo of the bag in action in Spain’s Sierra Nevada mountains.

    Image #1 from Richard Hartley
  2. F

    War in Slowenien Wandern bei drei Tagen Dauerregen, die Kamera ist komplett trocken geblieben in der Tasche. Selbst meine Regenjacke ist durchgeweicht, also echt top Qualität :)!
    Hatte die Tasche über der Brust und sie hat nicht gestört und war gut zu öffnen. Nur die Karabiner sind etwas klein und fummelig, wenn man den Rucksack mal absetzen will. Aber es gibt ja auch größere Karabiner bei dir, deshalb ist das eigentlich auch kein Problem und eher eine Frage des persönlichen Geschmacks, ob man die größeren nimmt.

  3. GC

    If weight and weather resistance and simplicity matters, this is the bag!! I love how sleek and minimal it is so I can pack it with the rest of my gear without worrying about extra bulk. I have the ranger for a few months now, and I dragged it through a lot, yet it still shows no wear and tear. Not having a zipper also means that this bag will last a long time!

    Image #1 from Geri Csapo
  4. T

    The camera bag I always wanted to create myself. Extremely happy with it. The seams and tape look very good to me.
    I got a custom sized one and it fits my “slightly larger” camera setup perfectly. Looking forward to carry it with me on many hikes to come.

    Image #1 from Thore
    Image #2 from Thore
  5. V

    Love the fully individual design options – and done in less than the promised two weeks : )
    many companies can’t send out in-stock items in the time you build one ; )

    – designed for the exact measurements of my cam (one-size-fits-all never fits the huge differences in cameras)
    – mix of 8mm padding in front and 4mm on the sides (also needed for falls – padding is not very stiff)
    – colorful XPac (my favorite blue) but also lighter fabrics (Ultra) if you don’t mind UL grey/black
    – additional roll-clips on the side instead of top only
    – two rolls instead of three for lower access (magnet at the top instead of front) – if rolled tight can still get three rolls in (for day-long deluges)
    – magnet-closure a great option for fast access when it’s not raining but does not hold a 1kg Nikon when bending over (up-side-down – 90° is fine) – side clips come in handy for clipping closed unrolled (just folded over)
    – lots of attachment options (four loops each side) providing ample do-your-own-tinkering opportunities to fit to your backpack

    Image #1 from Vera
    Image #2 from Vera
    Image #3 from Vera
    Image #4 from Vera
    Image #5 from Vera
Product Safety Information

Producer Information:
Leichtmut – Jacob Muth
Dithmascher Straße 48, 22049 Hamburg, Germany
jacob@leichtmut.de

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