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Comments about Clik Elite Access Camera Chest Pack:
I was impressed with my Clik Elite photo backpack, so had high hopes for the Access. It looks well made. However, it is far too small for my Nikon D700 with 24-70mm lens. And even with a shorter lens, I don't think the camera body would fit well. This carrier will work fine for a smaller DSLR or other small camera, but not for a pro-size DSLR.
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Comments about Clik Elite Access Camera Chest Pack:
I use a Canon T2i, and it fits fine even with a 55-250mm f/3.5 lens attached. (We're talking a mid-sized dSLR here) I can pack a second lens by attaching a Lowepro lens bag to the belt strap. The rest of the kit goes into my hiking vest.
I like the partial zipper on only one side, so you end up with a "kangaroo pouch" that you can one-handed jam the camera back into it without worrying about it falling out the other side. (As a full top unzip would be) The camera is held secure, no swinging out when climbing a steep hill or the like. I also use an Airlite chest pod, and it clears the bag okay.
I didn't mention gear protection in the pros as it's soft and thin neoprene. It'll keep rain out and hold the camera nice and close to your body, but should you fall (face-plant) or bump a rock wall, it probably won't help that much. On the other hand, a camera that well secured won't swing around and hit things either.
Don't expect to pack extra kit in it, it's a camera only setup. The camera's weight is all but not noticed with the strap and webbing system to distribute it.
It's also nice for keeping the camera handy in a Jeep as you can drive with it in the bag, and jump out and have the camera handy. Cameras have a way of rolling out of reach when you need it the most while in a vehicle.
My only nit-pick is the belt buckle should have been reversed along the belt strap. It makes it a little hard to put on for the day because you have to reach way around behind to click it.
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