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Business Insider
9 hours ago
- Business Insider
This crossbody is actually a sophisticated DSLR camera bag in disguise — it was the only purse I used for a 12-day trip to France
Years ago, I invested in a DSLR camera. While iPhone photos suffice most of the time, they aren't always able to capture the truest representations of an experience the way a dedicated camera can. What I didn't anticipate was how clunky owning a "real" camera really is, or how unattractive most of the necessary accessories are. If I wanted to bring my camera anywhere — either to a local NYC exhibit or on a tiring, sweaty day of tourism abroad — I had to pick between three equally unappealing options: commit to buying and carrying a heavy briefcase-like camera bag, throw it haphazardly into a backpack with the rest of my loose possessions, or wear the DSLR around my neck like an expensive rock necktie. But before one trip abroad, I stumbled across a camera bag that solved virtually all of my usability problems: the Lo & Sons Claremont. It's the unlikely Goldilocks design for anyone who wants the usability of a functional nylon camera bag, but can't quite compromise on either the weight of such a bag or utilitarian, proud-dad-at-middle-school-dance look. Design The Claremont hails from the buzzy bag startup Lo & Sons — a brand that we've reviewed extensively in our guide to the best Lo & Sons bags — and is sculpted out of soft full-grain leather. Up close, it looks indistinguishable from any other high-end purse (it won't scream "steal me, there's a camera inside"), but was designed specifically to schlep a DSLR. Inside, the bag has a plush quilted lining, pockets for two extra memory cards, and a removable divider to separate the camera from an extra lens. It comes in four versatile colors (black, navy, light grey, and sienna brown) to go with any outfits you pack for that three-week-long trip, and an external pocket can house everything from lip balm to your wallet and/or passport for easy access. What it's like to use On my trip, I used The Claremont as both a travel purse and camera bag interchangeably. For a vacation that ranged from the dress code of upscale bars in Paris to lazily biking city streets in the French Riviera, The Claremont worked seamlessly — meaning I also didn't need to waste space packing a second purse. For how much it holds, the bag is deceptively small — no bigger than a roomy crossbody. At the airport, it held a small book, phone charger, travel wallet, and keychain inside. Externally, my passport, lip balm, and main cards remained handy in its zipped outside pocket. On long tourist days, it packed lip balm and cards in the external pocket, and my DSLR, two extra memory cards, sunglasses, and a small travel wallet inside. It's also deceptively lightweight. Even though it feels substantial and well-cushioned, it didn't feel like it added any more weight than a standard crossbody bag would. Cons to consider At $368, it's still an expensive purchase for an already expensive tool. But, if you're like me, it might be worth it for the usability of a camera bag that's essentially an everyday purse tricked out for a DSLR. However, if you're looking for a camera bag with room to spare, this probably isn't for you. It can fit a small extra lens, but you'll probably have to rearrange things to get your camera out if you're planning to stack sunglasses and a wallet inside as well. For me, this was ultimately a small price to pay for the convenience and look of the bag. Another con to consider is that it's not quite roomy enough to use as a personal item bag. Instead, you'll want to pack this bag within your carry-on luggage, and you'll have to be careful that it's packed securely enough not to squish or strain your expensive equipment. It's also a bit bulky for the days you might be heading out without a camera; in our guide to the best crossbody bags we recommend Lo & Sons' Aoyama bag for an everyday option. The bottom line All in all, the Claremont has been the perfect model of a subtle camera bag, and it's been ideal for someone who wants to use their DSLR often but isn't willing to compromise on style or comfort in order to do so. It's a steep price, but it's worth it to me if you're willing to spend the same amount altogether on a travel crossbody and a camera bag you may be inspired to use far less often. After getting it, I've brought my DSLR out for days in Central Park and international vacations — and I can't remember the last time I thought to do that before.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Video' teaser: YouTubers investigate a haunted property in Srinidhi Bengaluru's found footage thriller
The teaser to Srinidhi Bengaluru's sophmore film Video was released on Saturday. Produced under Dheekshith Shetty's Dhee Cinemas banner, the movie is set to revive the found-footage horror genre after a long gap in Kannada cinema. In 2013, 6-5=2, a found footage horror thriller, was a runaway hit at the Sandalwood box office. The teaser begins with a content creator promising to narrate a haunted case for his viewers. Then, we are shown, two women who are in on a quest to investigate the presence of ghosts. Interspersed with cuts of gory shots, the tone of the film is made evident – one of gore and horror. We are then introduced to a group of friends who vlog their lives for the internet and then chance upon the haunted place in due course. The video of their time at the place ends up becoming the last video on the channel. The teaser drums up the mystery about the film aptly. 'The film is shot in a vlog format and documentary style as well,' Srinidhi tells The Hindu. 'We have used minimal lights to do justice to the genre. The film is shot using GoPro, DSLR, Osmo and mobile cameras to produce the effect of watching a found-footage movie,' says Srinidhi. Bharatha, Jeevan Shivakumar, Tejesh SM, Priya J Achar and Nalme Nachiyar are the actors in the movie. 'Dheekshith is set to play a special role,' says Srinidhi. The team of technicians which worked for Blink has been retained in Video, says Srinidhi. Avinaasha Shastry has handled cinematography while Sanjeev Jagirdar has done the editing. Prasanna Kumar is the music composer of the movie. Video has been shot in Bengaluru and Mudigere.
The Age
19-05-2025
- The Age
The knock-out stay that will ruin all future safaris
THE PLACE Zarafa Camp, Botswana CHECK-IN Black clouds are on our tail as our LandCruiser speeds towards Great Plains Conservation's Zarafa Camp. It's only 45 minutes from Selinda Reserve airstrip, but we pull up at our luxury camp's tented pavilions just in time to beat the thundering rain, which causes the vervet monkeys on the deck to scatter in search of cover. I'm handed lemonade flavoured with rooibos tea to settle my excitement as staff begin to zip up the marquee lounge tent against the tempest. After the rain passes, I'm shown to my tented suite. THE LOOK Zarafa Camp was the first hotel in Botswana to join the Relais and Chateaux collection, which recognises exceptional hotels and restaurants around the world, and the attention to detail shines through. Touches like sanded-back Zanzibar doors, Persian rugs and the metal cast of a giraffe's skull evoke a sense of old-world romance. Much of the camp was built using recycled materials salvaged after a tsunami devastated parts of east Africa in late 2004. The camp's main hub comprises a communal tented pavilion housing the dining room, library, bar, lounge, and a new wine cellar added in 2023, with wraparound decking featuring a firepit with views over Zibalianja Lagoon. There's also an open-air gym, massage studio, and an on-site boutique offering locally made jewellery, clothing and art. THE ROOM Each of the camp's four marquee-style guest suites measures 100 square metres and feels like a private condo. Pulling open the heavy antique front door reveals a welcome lounge with a fully stocked (and included) mini-bar and writing desk with a complimentary Canon DSLR camera ready for me to take on a game drive.
Sydney Morning Herald
19-05-2025
- Sydney Morning Herald
The knock-out stay that will ruin all future safaris
THE PLACE Zarafa Camp, Botswana CHECK-IN Black clouds are on our tail as our LandCruiser speeds towards Great Plains Conservation's Zarafa Camp. It's only 45 minutes from Selinda Reserve airstrip, but we pull up at our luxury camp's tented pavilions just in time to beat the thundering rain, which causes the vervet monkeys on the deck to scatter in search of cover. I'm handed lemonade flavoured with rooibos tea to settle my excitement as staff begin to zip up the marquee lounge tent against the tempest. After the rain passes, I'm shown to my tented suite. THE LOOK Zarafa Camp was the first hotel in Botswana to join the Relais and Chateaux collection, which recognises exceptional hotels and restaurants around the world, and the attention to detail shines through. Touches like sanded-back Zanzibar doors, Persian rugs and the metal cast of a giraffe's skull evoke a sense of old-world romance. Much of the camp was built using recycled materials salvaged after a tsunami devastated parts of east Africa in late 2004. The camp's main hub comprises a communal tented pavilion housing the dining room, library, bar, lounge, and a new wine cellar added in 2023, with wraparound decking featuring a firepit with views over Zibalianja Lagoon. There's also an open-air gym, massage studio, and an on-site boutique offering locally made jewellery, clothing and art. THE ROOM Each of the camp's four marquee-style guest suites measures 100 square metres and feels like a private condo. Pulling open the heavy antique front door reveals a welcome lounge with a fully stocked (and included) mini-bar and writing desk with a complimentary Canon DSLR camera ready for me to take on a game drive.
The Hindu
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Photo-booths have come to stay in Chennai
As you stroll through Chennai streets, one trend is hard to miss: the growing obsession with vintage-style photo-booths. Whether it is a weekend outing or a post-movie ritual, Milleannials and Gen Zers are happy queuing up to catch an instant film-style photo strip, a tangible keepsake to pin on the fridge or tuck into a scrapbook. 'It's all about the nostalgia trip, like teleporting back to the 1980s, because the instant strips are old film-style with its filters,' says Ranjhana T., waiting in line at the photo-booth at Express Avenue Mall. In an age where phones are overflowing with selfies and screenshots, this analogue experience is different. There are around 200 analogue photo-booths left in the world. However, the photo-booths in Chennai use the Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras. Yet, these booths have a special spot in the city. 'Most of us have only seen these photo-booths in American sitcoms and K-drama where photo-booths are cultural mainstay. So, when you step into one in Chennai to receive an instant photo strip, it is like you are living a scene,' says Bhanu Prakash, the entrepreneur who brought the concept to Chennai in December 2024. 'When I first thought of starting a small business, I was leaning towards something safe like an ice cream parlour,' Mr. Bhanu Prakash says. He credits his business partner Aishwarya Santosh and brother Rajsen with helping him think out of the box. Without them, he says, photo-booths in the city would have remained a Pinterest fantasy. 'Most of our customers are women, and they come in with their families, besties, and partners,' says Mr. Bhanu Prakash, who runs seven photo-booths across the cities. A different experience At Velachery, moviegoers at Phoenix Marketcity are forming a queue in front of a photo-booth that is more than flash and print. Called 'Jannal' (for pictures) and 'Anjal' for writing letters, it is an experience altogether. 'Stepping inside feels like a time machine to 1960s, and that is even before you strike a pose, which is how we have curated and built it,' say Amritha Sivasamy and Hemcharan Pammi, who opened their photo-booth early this year. 'What we love most are the stories that walk through our doors,' says Mr. Hemcharan. 'One mother came in when she was expecting a baby and came back with her newborn months later. That kind of emotional connection you can't get with just another pic on your phone.' The founders say the idea had been brewing for years. For Ms. Amritha, it began during a visit to the U.S. for a study exchange programme. She noticed that photo-booths were part of the city culture. For Mr. Hemcharan, it was personal. He grew in his grandfather's photo studio. That nostalgia became a blueprint for the retro-themed photo-booth. 'Endlessly scrolling through a thousand pictures in your 'Favourites' folder? It all feels a bit saturated. But a photo strip is something you will slip into your wallet, use as a bookmark, or tape to your cupboard mirror. This is not just a picture, but a memory to hold,' adds Ms. Amritha.
