Lowepro Helps Capture the Moment with the Cirrus Series - The Latest Series of Top-Loading Bags Designed for Digital Cameras

Available Just in Time for Summer and Wedding Season, Cirrus TLZ Protects Camera, Lens and Accessories from Outside Elements; Top-Loading Design Provides Easy Access to Equipment

Lowepro, the worldwide leading provider of protective cases and backpacks for imaging and technology products, today unveiled Cirrus TLZ, a new line of top- loading camera bags designed for compact, pro-compact digital cameras and digital SLRs.

Designed for even the most discriminating photographer, the Cirrus series provides maximum protection for the latest digital cameras and optimal comfort and accessibility. The Cirrus line of top-loading bags is available in three models: Cirrus TLZ 5, 15, and 25. Designed for the newest digital cameras, the Cirrus TLZ series easily protects both camera and lens from outside elements. The interior features a built-in memory card pocket for quick changes and the brushed-tricot lining protects LCD screens from scratches. The exterior of the bags are constructed of rugged water- and abrasion-resistant fabric to provide durability and style. Adjustable shoulder strap, padded handles and belt loops present a variety of comfortable carrying options. These lightweight and compact top-loading shoulder bags provide digital camera users with solid protection and immediate access to capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments.

“The arrival of the Cirrus line of top-loading camera bags reflects Lowepro ongoing dedication to photographers by delivering products with the highest level of protection for the very latest digital cameras,” said Suzanne Caballero, marketing communications manager of Lowepro Worldwide. “The digital imaging market is constantly advancing with new models and features to improve the photography experience. The Cirrus series provides users with a carrying option that offers complete protection and convenient access enabling them to capture treasured moments at weddings, family reunions and all the other events popping up on busy summer calendars.”

All three models have been designed to ensure photographers have easy-access to their camera and accessories to ensure they don’t miss documenting a single moment. Cirrus TLZ 5 has been developed to protect one pro- compact digital camera or ultra-compact video camera. In addition, the front accessory pocket holds batteries and the media storage pocket provides quick access to one memory card. Cirrus TLZ 15 protects one digital SLR with lens attached and Cirrus 25 protects one digital SLR with short zoom lens attached. Both Cirrus TLZ 15 and Cirrus TLZ 25 are capable of holding multiple memory cards and small accessories.

Additional features include dust-resistant reversed zippers to keep dirt and dust away from imaging equipment and water-resistant outer fabric to protect against moisture. 360-degree swivstraps. The dimensions of the Cirrus series of shoulder bags are as follows:

Cirrus TLZ 5 (available in black and ultra marine blue)
External: 11.5 × 11.5 × 17 cm / 4.5 × 4.5 × 6.7 in
Internal: 9.5 × 9 x 11.5 cm/ 3.7 × 3.5 × 4.5 in

Cirrus TLZ 15 (available in black and ultra marine blue)
External: 18 × 13 × 22 cm / 7.1 × 5.1 × 8.7 in
Internal: 15.5 × 10.5 × 16.5 cm/ 6.1 × 4.1 × 8.3 in

Cirrus TLZ 25 (available in black and ultra marine blue)
External: 18 × 13 × 26.6 cm / 7.1 × 5.1 × 10.5 in
Internal: 15.5 × 10.5 × 21 cm/ 6.1 × 4.1 × 8.3 in

Protect That New Digital Video Camera, Dad! Lowepro Introduces the Clips Series of Shoulder Bags

Designed for today’s digital video cameras, the Clips series provides easy access to equipment and accessories with maximum protection from the elements

Lowepro, the worldwide leading provider of protective cases and backpacks for imaging and technology products, today unveiled a new line of shoulder bags – the Clips series for digital video cameras. Designed for today’s compact and technologically-advanced digital video cameras, the Clips series was created for durability and style, providing a comfortable and accessible storage solution that protects equipment from dirt, dust and other potentially damaging elements. With the ability to easily carry a video camera and all of its necessary peripherals all day or throughout an entire vacation of shooting, the Clips series ensures that the most important moments are never missed.

“We’re entering the season where some peoples’ most precious memories are made, from summer vacations to weddings,” said Nicole Mummenhoff, senior vice president at Lowepro. “Consumers buy digital video cameras to make sure those memories are captured and the last thing they want is to miss something as they fumble with their camera bag or have damaged equipment right at that perfect moment. We’ve designed the lightweight and comfortable Clips series of digital video camera bags to provide quick and easy access to everything a videographer might need, while ensuring excellent protection. The Clips series might just save your summer!”

Available in four models – the Clips 100, 110, 120 and 140 — each shoulder bag contains a unique pivoting main compartment that enables rapid access to the camera, while the main exterior pocket provides a dedicated tricot-lined compartment ideal for storing and protecting sensitive DVD-R and miniDV media. Clips bags are built with dust-reduction reversed zippers and a tough, water-resistant outer fabric, helping to keep out dust, dirt, sand, moisture or other elements that could scratch or damage equipment. On all models 110 and above, Clips contains an adjustable padded divider for additional protection and a customized fit. Finally, the Clips’ adjustable shoulder strap and padded handle offers a variety of comfortable carrying options that allow users to effortlessly keep their video cameras with them all day long.

Available in black and arctic blue, the Clips series of shoulder bags have the following dimensions:

Clips 100
External: 17 × 18.5 × 13 cm / 6.7 x.7.3 × 5.1 in
Internal: 12 × 7.5 × 14.5 cm/ 4.7 × 3 x 5.7 in
Weight: .2 kg/ .5 lbs

Clips 110
External: 22.5 × 15 × 16.5 cm / 8.9 x.5.9 × 6.5 in
Internal: 16 × 8 x 12 cm/ 6.3 × 3.1 × 4.7 in
Weight: .3 kg/ .6 lbs

Clips 120
External: 25 × 15.5 × 19 cm / 9.8 x.6.1 × 7.5 in
Internal: 18.5 × 8.5 × 15 cm/ 7.3 × 3.3 × 5.9 in
Weight: .3 kg/ .7 lbs

Clips 140
External: 28 × 18.5 × 18.5 cm / 11 x.7.3 × 7.3 in
Internal: 22 × 11 × 14 cm/ 8.7 × 4.3 × 5.5 in
Weight: .4 kg/ 1 lbs

About Lowepro:
Lowepro founder Greg Lowe established the company’s reputation for quality and innovative design in 1972 when he introduced the world’s first foam-padded, soft-sided camera bag. 40 years later, Lowepro is continuing to revolutionize the industry with pioneering design and superior quality with the most extensive line of protective carrying solutions for photographic and electronic equipment including products for cameras, camcorders, notebook computers, imaging accessories and portable consumer electronics.

Lowepro products are distributed in more than 100 countries around the globe through photo, outdoor, computer, consumer electronic, mail order and online resellers, in addition to OEM partnerships. Lowepro Corporate Offices are located in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia and China. For more information about Lowepro or Lowepro products, visit www.lowepro.com.