Tiffen Domke User Manual
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use it for a lifetime.
Buy it once,
Jim Domke
Inventor of the Original
F-2 Shooter’s Bag
™
THE CHOICE OF
WORKING PROFESSIONALS
FOR OVER THIRTY YEARS.
Jim Domke and The Shooter’s Bag™ Story
“I designed my first shooter’s bag to solve a problem, without a thought that I might actually end up in the
photo bag business. As a staffer at the Philadelphia Inquirer, I needed a bag I could work out of fast, and
on the run if need be. Most bags are designed more like carrying cases or storage devices, with way too
much bulk and padding. This is not only unnecessary, but takes away utility, speed and capacity.
The bag I created had the necessary cushioning, yet tons more room. It was designed so that I could get
at my equipment instantly, without having to take the bag from my shoulder.
My colleagues liked my ideas and so did thousands of other photographers. What started as a kitchen table
experiment is now a line of intelligently designed and executed bags and accessories that are recognized
throughout the world as the photojournalist’s choice.”
Canvas,
for a classic
look and feel:
If your tastes lean towards
the traditional and understated, then all-natural canvas is probably for you. Soft,
supple, heavyweight cotton
canvas molds around its contents, hugs your body, and
has a smooth texture that’s
friendly to both equipment
and clothing. The fabric is
naturally water-resistant, and
we add a repellent treatment in the dying process for an extra measure of protection. Still, canvas is a “breathable” fabric, so the air in your Domke Bag stays dry
even in the most humid environments. Canvas also helps prevent static electricity, a
benefit when working with electronic equipment. Finally, canvas has a character all
its own; as your Domke Bag ages, it softens and wears like a favorite pair of jeans.
And new or old, a canvas Domke is the ultimate in discretion - the bag that doesn’t
shout “Expensive Camera Equipment Inside!”
Or Ballistic Nylon,
for a more “hightech” approach:
If you prefer a nylon bag,
we also use super-tough
1050 Denier Ballistic Nylon.
It is a water-resistant fabric
used in everything from expensive luggage to bulletproof vest exteriors. It has
a more pronounced texture
than canvas, and features
a beefy, weatherproof
urethane coating. Toughas-nails Ballistic Nylon keeps its shape and sheen even after years of hard use,
yet when incorporated into the flexible Domke design, is still soft and hip-hugging.
Our Ballistic Nylon bags are a great alternative for those who want classic Domke
performance but prefer a different look to canvas.
Tough, street-tested hardware and
YKK zippers:
When it comes to keeping it
all together, we use only the
strongest buckles, adjusters,
rings and clips. Most of our
bags feature “bomb-proof”
steel snaphooks with welded
steel rings — the most pilferproof closure short of a padlock — and other elements of
composite hardware made of
DuPont Delrin®.
Capacity
Need to squeeze one more item into
your bag? Domke bags are built
to do just that. The canvas combined with adjustable closures allow you to easily close even the
most overstuffed bag
The Gripper™.
Domke’s original non-slip shoulder strap:
We custom-weave twin tracks of high-friction rubber into some of
the thickest, toughest cotton webbing on earth. The result is The
Gripper Strap — the strap that stays on the shoulder to keep your
bag where it needs to be. It also surrounds the bottom of the bag
for maximum security and end-to-end support.
The patented Padded Insert System
The heart of a Domke Shooter’s Bag: Another Domke exclusive,
the Padded Insert System
organizes and protects your
gear with less fuss... and a lot
less bulk. Interchangeable,
compartmentalized inserts
let you custom-tailor your
Domke bag to suit any application or equipment combination. And unlike the flat walls,
hatches, floors and bridges you find in other
bags, these inserts are complete, self-contained storage components. Which means
you can move — or remove — any Domke
insert without having to empty it first!
Official Bag of The White House
News Photographers Association
Domke is the proud sponsor of the White House
News Photographers Association.
Table of Contents
Classic Bags 8 -19
F-1X Little Bit Bigger 9
F-2 Domke’s Original Bag 10
F-3X Super CompactB 11
F-4AF Pro System Bag 12
F-5X Shoulder Bag Series 14 - 15
F-6 Little Bit Smaller 16
F-7 Domke AF Bag 17
F-8 Small Shoulder Bag 18
F-9 and F-10 JD Shoulder Bags 19
Accessory Bags 28 - 31
F-427, F-432, F-440 Tripod Bags 28 - 29
F-612 Long Lens Bag 30
F-505 Series Lens Cases 31
Padded Inserts 32 - 37
1-Compartment Mini & Standard 32
1-Compartment Large, Short & 2-Compartment 33
2-Compartment Short, 3-Compartment & 3 Comp. ComboB 34
4-Compartment Standard, Digital Wide Angle & Short 35
Digital SLR Insert, J-Series Insert, Bottom BoardsB 36
Insert ChartB 37
Backpacks 20 - 21
F-2 Backpack 21
F-3 Backpack 21
Satchels 22 - 23
F-802 Reporter’s Satchel, F-803 Camera Satchel 22
F-804 Super Satchel, F-808 Messenger Bag 23
J-Series Bags 24 - 27
J-1 Journalist Series 24
J2, J3 Journalist Series 25
J5XA, J5XB Series Shoulder Bags 26
J5XC Series Shoulder Bag, J-803 Digital SatchelB 27
Add-On Pouches 38 - 39
Belt, Compact & Super Pouch 38
F-903 Series Pouches 39
Accessories 40 - 43
Protective Wraps, Assorted Straps, Super Handle 40 - 41
Belts, USPO Shoulder Pad, X-Ray Guard, Dri-Safe, Cap 42 - 43
Vests & Jackets 44 - 45
Vests, Jackets 44 - 45
Customize It! 46 - 47
Customize Your Domke Bag 46 - 47
Classic BagsClassic Bags
USA
USA
The icons you see below are
used throughout this brochure.
Domke shoulder bags are unlike other
bags because of their flexible design and
lack of bulk. There are no thick walls and
heavy foam or space wasting padding
in a Domke bag. This means you can fit
more equipment in less space and the
bag hugs your hips instead of bouncing
against them.
F-1X Little Bit Bigger
Capacity – 2 Pro SLRs, 3-5 zoom lenses,
2 strobes, small tripod and accessories.
Just “a little bit bigger” than the original
Domke F-2, this large pro-quality
shoulder bag is perfect for when
you require extra equipment.
Includes an adjustable non-slip
Gripper™ Strap with durable
cotton webbing, removable
bottom board, removable
four point carrying strap, YKK
Zippers, and steel snap hooks.
All Domke Classic Bags
Available In These 3 Colors
Sand Olive Black
Some available in
Brown Canvas &
Black Ballistic Nylon
Water-resistant Made in USA
Machine Washable
Airline Storage
Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior) – 19.5” W x 8” D x 9” H
• Size (Interior) – 15.5” W x 6.5” D x 8.5” H
• Weight – 4 lbs. 11 oz.
• 9 Pockets
• Includes 1 Padded 4-Compartment
Standard Insert
• Additional inserts available
YKK® Zipper
700-10B – Black Canvas
700-10S – Sand Canvas
700-10D – Olive Canvas
700-F1B – Black Ballistic Nylon (not machine washable)
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F-2 Domke’s Original Bag
USA
USA
Capacity – 2 Pro SLRs, 4-6 lenses,
pro flash and accessories.
The bag that started it all. Jim Domke
had the first one custom made for his
own use in 1976, and it’s still one of
the most popular Domke bags today.
Designed so that the photographer
could get at equipment instantly,
without having to take the bag
from their shoulder. Includes an
adjustable non-slip Gripper™
Strap with durable cotton webbing, removable bottom stiffener,
removable hand carrying strap,
YKK Zippers, and steel snap hooks.
700-02B – Black Canvas
700-02S – Sand Canvas
700-02D – Olive Canvas
700-02W – Brown Canvas
700-F2B –
Black Ballistic Nylon (not machine washable)
Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior) – 17” W x 6.75” D x 9” H
• Size (Interior) – 11” W x 6.5” D x 8.5” H
• Weight – 3 lbs. 2 oz.
• 6 Pockets
• Includes 1 Padded 4-Compartment
Standard Insert
• Additional inserts available
F-3X Super Compact
Capacity – 1 Pro SLRs, 2-3 lenses,
pro flash and accessories.
Resized to fit today’s digital SLR’s, but still deceptively
compact, this is the bag to grab when the assignment doesn’t call for dozens of pieces of equipment. No space is wasted, because the inside
and outside dimensions are nearly identical. The
result is a very inconspicuous camera bag that
carries a surprising amount of gear. Includes
removable padded partition wall, adjustable nonslip Gripper™ Strap with durable cotton webbing,
removable hand carrying strap, YKK Zippers,
and steel snap hook.
700-30B – Black Canvas
700-30S – Sand Canvas
700-30D – Olive Canvas
700-30W – Brown Canvas
700-F3B –
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Black Ballistic Nylon (not machine washable)
Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior) – 15” W x 7” D x 9” H
• Size (Interior) – 9.5” W x 6” D x 9” H
• Weight – 2 lbs. 4 oz.
• 5 Pockets
F-4AF Pro System Bag
USA
Capacity – 1 Pro SLRs with zoom lens
mounted, 1-2 lenses, flash and accessories.
Today’s professional digital SLR bodies are larger
than ever. Twist on a state-of-the-art zoom lens,
and you’ve got a formidable piece of equipment that can challenge any compact camera
bag. The F-4AF is a great working camera bag
for light assignments. It combines the right
amount of protection with easy access to
your equipment. Includes an adjustable nonslip Gripper™ Strap, removable hand carrying
strap, YKK zipper, and steel snap hook.
700-40B – Black Canvas
700-40S – Sand Canvas
700-40D – Olive Canvas
“Jim Domke took his knowledge as a working photojournalist and the knowledge of his fellow photojournalists to come up with the original
Domke Bag. The folks at Domke have carried on the tradition of listening to working photojournalists and producing bags and equipment
that Photojournalists’ need. Domke products have adapted to meet the needs of still photographers and now video journalists. At the White
House I see Domke bags everywhere—it is the favorite “run bag” for television sound men and women in Washington.”
“I’m packing gear for an assignment right now and see an assortment of Domke bags for lenses, light stands, cameras, even my computer,
Testimonials
that will make my journey more comfortable and insure my equipment will work when I arrive. I never leave home without them.”
– Dennis Brack President, The White House News Photographers Association
“Approaching my 25th year working for and with the best photojournalists in the world, we have been witness to history, and Domke has
shared a front row seat along the way. From the rope lines at the White House to the Oval office, to the attacks on the Pentagon and World
Trade Center Towers, to the Olympics Opening Day, from Inauguration Day to Iraq, the quality and reliability of Domke gear is guaranteed
to be the first choice of members of The White House News Photographers Association.”
– Heidi Elswick Director, The White House News Photographers Association
Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior) – 13” W x 8.5” D x 11” H
• Size (Interior) – 8.5” W x 7” D x 9.5” H
• Weight – 2 lbs. 7 oz.
• Includes 1 padded 2-compartment insert
and 1 large single compartment insert
• Additional inserts available
“The trademark of a seasoned photojournalist is the well worn Domke bag hanging from their shoulder. I felt such a swell of pride and
accomplishment when I got my first soft black canvas Domke bag. I couldn’t wait to break it in so it would resemble the trademark look of
the seasoned photojournalists I knew.”
“After many years, many countries and many photo stories, my bag now has sculpted itself to my body and has the well used look I always
envied. Just like a quality Leica body or a pair of dusty field boots, a trusty Domke is essential to a photojournalist’s repertoire.”
– Jamie Rose Secretary of the Board, The White House News Photographers Association
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F-5X Shoulder Bag Series
USA
Lightweight, versatile and comfortable shoulder bags that allow for
easy access. They are a camera bag that doesn’t attract attention to
the expensive equipment inside.
F-5XA Compact Shoulder
& Belt Bag
Compact shoulder bag that’s great for day trips
when you’re just carrying a body, lens and a few
accessories. The F-5XA can be used as a shoulder bag or remove the strap and wear it as a hip
pack. Includes 1 movable divider, adjustable and
removable non-slip Gripper™ Strap, YKK zipper
and belt loop.
Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior)
8” W x 4.5” D x 7.25” H
• Size (Interior)
7.5” W x 4” D x 6” H
• Weight – 1 lb. 1 oz.
• 2 Pockets
700-51B – Black Canvas
700-51S – Sand Canvas
700-51D – Olive Canvas
F-5XB Shoulder & Belt Bag
The original Domke belt bag is a truly versatile
hip-hugger. Used as either a shoulder bag or belt
bag it fits a digital SLR with an extra flash or lens,
plus accessories. Includes 2 dividers, adjustable
and removable non-slip Gripper™ Strap, YKK
zipper and belt loop.
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Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior)
10” W x 4.5” D x 7.25” H
• Size (Interior)
9.5” W x 4” D x 6” H
• Weight – 1lb 4oz
• 1 Pocket
700-52B – Black Canvas
700-52S – Sand Canvas
700-52D – Olive Canvas
700-52W – Brown Canvas
F-5XC Large Shoulder Bag
Large shoulder bag that fits a digital SLR with an
extra flash and lens or 2 lenses, plus accessories.
The main compartment is easily accessible from
either the top or bottom of the bag to prevent items
from getting lost in the bottom. Includes 2 divider,
adjustable and removable non-slip Gripper™
Strap and YKK zipper.
Facts and Figures:
• Size (Exterior)
10” W x 4.5” D x 10.75” H
• Size (Interior)
9.75” W x 4” D x 9.25” H
• Weight – 1 lb. 11 oz.
• 3 Pockets
700-53B – Black Canvas
700-53S – Sand Canvas
700-53D – Olive Canvas
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