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Billingham

Billingham 335 MKII Camera / Laptop Bag

$507.00
1 in stock

Color: Navy Canvas / Chocolate Leather

Pickup currently unavailable at Camera West Rancho Mirage

The 335 MKII is an updated version of Billingham's classic 335 bag and sits in the middle of their 5-Series MKII range for size. As such it perfect for carrying 2 DSLR or mirrorless cameras with small to medium lenses attached or 1 camera with a selection of lenses. This camera bag has a total of 10 pockets, including a full length front pocket that can hold a 14” laptop, tablet or accessories. Made in England with 3-layer waterproof fabric and real leather.

 

MULTIPLE LAYOUT OPTIONS INSIDE

Included with the bag are several dividers that can be repositioned or removed to provide different options for arranging your equipment. Organization can be further enhanced with the 20+ different divider sizes/styles available to customize the bag to your equipment and preferred layout:

  • SuperFlex Partitions (two already included, different sizes can be purchased separately)
  • SuperFlex Flap (one is already included)
  • DF Dividers
  • V-Bridge 15 (one is already included)

Please note:

  • The SuperFlex Partitions shown in the photo are not the ‘SuperFlex 9-15’ and ‘SuperFlex 10-18’ sizes that are included with the bag, although they are very similar.
  • Pro-tip: The 'DF 15-15' divider reaches front-to-back inside the main compartment of this bag, making it particularly good for some set-ups (e.g. placing two cameras next to each other in the bag).
  • SuperFlex Partitions are flexible so fit items slightly wider than their dimensions suggest.


MAIN COMPARTMENT AND TUKTOP FEATURE

Experience comprehensive protection with padding on all four sides and the base of the main compartment, safeguarding your valuable equipment. The front and back walls each have two strips of Velcro® so that you can attach the padded dividers previously mentioned. Behind the padded walls at the front and back is a slim space, made of 2 pockets each (4 in total). Ideal for manuals, lens filters, etc. The zips can also be tucked into this space to keep them out of your way during use. We call this the ‘TukTop’ feature. You can still store slim gear in the space while using the TukTop feature. All the features mentioned here are improvements over some previous versions of the bag adding convenience as well as protection for your equipment.


FRONT DUMP POCKETS

On the front face of the bag are two generously sized dump pockets. These are perfect for film, cables, batteries, spare memory cards, etc - helping you keep your bag organized whilst easing access when you need it most. Adjacent to each dump pocket is a small pen pocket, adding to the 335 MKII's organizational features.The secondary flap shown protects these pockets from dust, weather, and unwanted fingers. It closes with its own dedicated leather ‘Quick Release Straps’ – just lift them off the brass clog ball to access the pockets.
 


FULL WIDTH FRONT ZIP POCKET

The 335 MKII has a full-length front zip pocket with enough space for a 14” MacBook Pro in a slim case

Please note:
- This pocket is padded on one side only. 
- The discontinued Billingham 13” Laptop Slip is a little too big to fit in this pocket (the leather edging on that product increases the dimensions too much).


FULL-WIDTH FRONT ZIP POCKET (CONTINUED)

Within the previously mentioned full-length zip pocket, you'll find two padded pockets, perfectly suited for small lenses, compact flashes, or lavalier microphones.

Please note: Carrying a laptop in the front zip pocket may restrict the capacity of these two padded pockets.
 


ZIPPED REAR POCKET & LUGGAGE TROLLEY STRAP

The bag's rear is equipped with a zipped pocket, perfect for securely storing maps, tickets, and other essentials. A new addition to the MKII version is the luggage trolley retainer strap, designed to conveniently slide over the handle of a trolley suitcase, a major convenience during travel.


BRASS FEET

Each bag in Billingham's '5 Series MKII' lineup (225 MKII, 335 MKII, 445 MKII, and 555 MKII) is equipped with durable brass feet, securely mounted on robust leather corner patches. This design not only protects the bag's corners from wear but also extends the overall longevity of the product.

While we are discussing the other '5 Series MKII’ bags – they are all identical to each other in design, varying only in size and the number of dividers included. The 225 MKII is the smallest and 555 MKII is the biggest.


LEATHER GRAB HANDLE

For utmost comfort, the bag features a leather grab handle that wraps around its strong webbing carry straps.

Additionally, the bag includes an extra internal webbing strap sewn in at the back under the top flap. Used in conjunction with the front handle, to which the grab handle is attached, this feature enables safe carrying of the bag even when it's open.


DELTA SLING AND OPTIONAL DELTA POCKETS

The shoulder sling of the 335 MKII is made of strong shuttle-woven polyester with a brass fixing to allow you to adjust the length to suit your height and shooting style.

Where the sling attaches to the bag, it splits into an inverted 'Y' shape at each end. This distinctive split design enhances weight distribution, ensuring the bag remains stable and level, even when carrying heavy loads.

Further, the lower ends of this split sling act as attachment points where optional Delta Pockets can be clipped on, offering added space and organization as needed. The image provided showcases the back of one such Delta Pocket.


QUICK RELEASE STRAPS (AND HOW TO ATTACH A TRIPOD)

The Quick Release System to open the top flap has been adapted so that the top grain leather straps pass through solid brass ‘D’ rings at the end of the webbing carry handles.

The bag was designed this way to provide fast, secure closure even when the bag is heavily loaded – the strong webbing and brass D-rings carry the weight.

At the bottom of the bag (front and back) are fixings for optional Tripod Straps. Additionally, some people just thread tripods through the webbing of the top handle of the bag (what will work for you depends on the design of your tripod).


COMPARISON TO ORIGINAL 335

Compared to the most recent version of the 335 the 335 MKII offers several upgrades:

  • A wider shoulder sling (50mm compared to 38mm) and wider included shoulder pad (SP20 instead of SP15) for increased comfort while carrying for extended periods.
  • A luggage trolley strap on the back, the old version did not have this.
  • A V-Bridge 15, useful for lens support in certain configurations, is now included inside the bag. Previously it was only sold separately.

Additionally, it retains improvements that were gradually added to the 335 (and its predecessors) over the years such as the SuperFlex divider system, two strips of Velcro on the front and back of the main compartment to more securely attach dividers, a StormBlock butyl rubber lining for improved waterproofing, the 'TukTop' feature to tuck the zips of the main compartment out of the way during use and a significantly more robust 'closed-cell' foam padding.

Bonus notes:

- The picture is of the SP20 shoulder pad that is included with the bag.
- The main compartment in this bag and the 307 bags are nearly identical in size, indeed they use the same removable padded base pad.
- See the FAQs for a comparison to the 307, 225 MKII, and 445 MKII bags. 


FINALLY...
  • 3-layer waterproof fabric.
    The 335 MKII is made from a choice of Canvas or FibreNyte materials that are bonded to a polyester lining with a layer of butyl rubber, known as the 'StormBlock'. This butyl layer is the reason why you will never need to re-proof your Billingham bag, the 'Stormblock' layer will keep your bag waterproof for its lifetime.
  • Real, top-grain, organic, vegetable-tanned cowhide.
  • Solid brass fixings.
  • Individual serial numbers are featured on each bag to track quality and ensure authenticity.
  • 5-year manufacturers guarantee. 
  • The quality you'd expect from a product handmade at the Billingham factory in England.
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Color: Navy Canvas / Chocolate Leather

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