The new HPRC5200R is a large hard case featuring a weird, but quite interesting design. In fact, it can easily and quickly be transformed into a backpack using the included “Rucksack kit”. This can be a convenient solution for carrying large, expensive camera gear to the most remote locations. High Performance Resin Cases (HPRC) is a leading manufacturer of sturdy, resilient carrying solutions. A few months ago, we talked about their READY lineup, which includes pre-formed hard cases for some of the most common camera models. Being an outdoor and mountain shooter myself, I understand the challenges of carrying expensive filmmaking gear to the most remote places on Earth. Oftentimes, a backpack turns out to be the only solution, especially when the location is only reachable by walking there. However, it’s not always the safest choice. With the HPRC5200R, the Italian company came up with a hybrid design that tries to blend the benefits of a hard case and those of a rucksack. Let’s take a closer look. HPRC5200R. Source: HPRC HPRC5200R: case or backpack? The HPRC5200R is a pretty large protective case, measuring 802 x 355 x 246.7 mm in size. It comes in three options: with empty interiors, a cubed foam or a modular divider system. HPRC5200R “Second skin” option. Source: HPRC The peculiarity of this product is its ability to easily transform into a backpack. According to the company, it’s the world’s first and only hard case capable of undergoing this transformation in seconds. HPRC5200R. Source: HPRC This...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 2 March, 2022