Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Field Pouch V2 - Charcoal
Average customer rating
4.5
(160 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 160 reviews
5 Stars
108
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
4
1 Star
1
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Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Field Pouch V2 - Charcoal
Customer Rating
5
It's bigger on the inside
on April 18, 2024
Posted by: Tarchey
from Aachen, Germany
No, I swear! I was searching for a small bag for day trips. It was important that it wasn't too big and heavy, but it should fit all my essentials and then some. I was quite intrigued that this Field Pouch is so flat, but can expand in height due to its clever closing flap - so it's never chunky even if you stuff it really full; it never protrudes much from your body.
What I really didn't expect is that my everyday camera (Leica Q2) even fits inside! So that's a nice plus, because the Field Pouch is nicely padded, and I really trust it. The material also feels really nice; it's robust and even keeps my stuff from getting wet.
With this Field Pouch, I bought a Peak Design Slide. An unstoppable duo, if you ask me. The neat thing about this is that the Slide came with four Anchors, so I put two on my Field Pouch and two on my Leica, which makes switching super easy and fast. Since I got the Field Pouch, I have it with me almost every day, so the Slide mostly stays there. But on days when I don't carry my Field Pouch, the Slide goes on my camera. I absolutely love this setup, and I'm definitely hooked on Peak Design products.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Posted by: beingAnne
from QLD, Australia
Verified Purchase:Yes
Because I couldn't say goodbye to my well travelled, battered Peak Design Field Pouch V1—that clips into my backpack waist strap using two anchor links and is just right for a Fuji X100F with a few extra bits and bobs—I bought the V2 in black for said camera, and a lot more bits and bobs! Packed down small and worn with the shoulder strap its a discreet, stylish, lightweight, showerproof 'little black bag' for a camera and/or whatever and perfect for travel. But the beauty is that it 'grows' and grows!!! My only (little) grizzle is I'd have loved a wider strap. All up, amazing PD quality and thoughtful design—as always.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
You can't go back to not using it
on December 29, 2021
Posted by: Marco
from San Zenone degli Ezzelini
It's super! Easy to use and access while traveling, and perfect for the daily commutes to organise my gears.
It's been a month that I've been using it and I don't remember how it was before I got it, superb materials too.
It's everything it promises and more.
It's been a month that I've been using it and I don't remember how it was before I got it, superb materials too.
It's everything it promises and more.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Not nearly as useful as the Field Pouch V1.
on March 3, 2023
Posted by: paulmz
from Duluth, MN
I have a few of the Field Pouch V1. Even though I don't use them super often, one particular instance where I do use a Field Pouch is to quickly add an extra 2+/- liters to any of my Peak Design Everyday Slings by using the "belt loops" to slide it onto the sling's strap. This allows for adding a light kit or bunch of filters and charger pretty much on-the-fly. I use my midnight 6L sling the most and thought I would get a matching Field Pouch V2. So far, though, I have found absolutely zero use for the Field Pouch V2. I may just be used to arranging things in the V1, but the interior pockets of the V2 are practically useless, not to mention being made much less robust then the old version. The interior pockets are all too small and the same [kind of lame] thin, unrefined slits of fabric that are in the tech pouch and other new bags. I can’t even fit a camera battery charger in any of the pockets of the Field Pouch V2.
Here is what I would like to see in future Field Pouches:
1. Revert back to the old pocket arrangement. I'm not opposed to the zipper part being on the back panel but all of the other new pocket sizes are too small.
2. The Field Pouch should come in sizes - three, to be precise. The current model should be the "medium". There should also be a "small" at about half the width of the current version - this would be useful for filters or a small camera. Then there should be a "large" that is at least 50% wider - I would love for the Field Pouch to be able to hold a travel tripod (any tripod larger than a tabletop but smaller than full-size).
3. The strap should be a separately-purchased add-on. Most other similar straps on the PD site can be purchased separately - make it available for those that might actually use it instead of including it in all Field Pouches.
4. Having the Field Pouch be Capture compatible should be a "nice to have" but I really don't think it's useful enough to be on the bag at all. I don't use Capture with this bag - does anyone else really? The bag could be much better to compress without all of the fabric to make those loops. (Honestly - on all PD bags - I would prefer to see similar loops in a horizontal orientation to be able to attach other things like a water bottle pouch.)
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Super functional man purse / fanny pack
on September 8, 2022
Posted by: rowteeme
from Brooklyn
I realized recently that i’m tired of stuffing my pockets. Wallet, phone, keys were somewhat manageable, but once our phones got bigger and we started adding airpods and masks to the mix it started to become unwieldy and unsightly. I saw a bunch of gen-z’ers resuscitating fanny packs from the 90s and realized they might be onto something. My millennial envy compelled me to investigate further.
I was a bit nervous about buying the field pouch since it’s one of the lower reviewed Peak Design products. I can only speak for my use case, but I love this thing. I bought it about two months ago and used it for both everyday carry as well as during recent domestic and international travel. Very occasionally I stuffed a camera (Sony a7Rii) in there with either a 35mm or in one case my 24mm gmaster.
One thing worth mentioning is that I don’t use the default strap that came with it; instead, I opted for the Slide strap since it’s so easy to adjust on the fly. I sling the strap across my shoulder and usually allow the field pouch itself to rest on my side or behind me. In crowded spaces or when wearing the travel backpack I’d swing it to the front so I could keep a closer relate on it.
At all times I kept my keys, phone, wallet, chapstick, and a pen in my field pouch. When I was out for longer I’d bring my iphone charger too. During travel it was handy to keep my passport and hold onto receipts in the zipped compartment. On sunny days I often carried my sunglasses in their soft case in the pouch as well. Mask and tissues/wipes were commonly in there too.
All of the above were my “baseline” everyday carry during my travels and the field pouch was perfect for holding all of these items — the pouch still had a slim profile and never felt bulky. I was not only achieving my goal of having nothing in my pockets, but also carrying “just-in-case” items without having to bring something bulky or heavy like a sling bag or backpack. Another key advantage is that in the airport nobody counts the pouch as a personal item since it’s so small and attached to your body so in transit I was able to carry-on my Travel Backpack, my (old school) 10L Everyday Sling and the Field Pouch. I could also consolidate and stuff it into either bag when I needed to.
For everyday carry the field pouch is a delight. I didn’t mind the velcro at all - I felt that traveling Europe it added some peace of mind since if anybody tried to pickpocket me I would probably hear it. Less convenient during a quiet meeting or when in a movie theater, of course. But as long as i wasn’t overpacking I felt velcro did a secure enough job of protecting things. Would I prefer magnets? Sure. But at this price point I really am not bothered by velcro as much as others seem to be.
The only time when I really pushed the limits of the Field Pouch was when I tried to bring my camera with me. In those cases I’d usually take out most of the items so that my camera and my Cuff would be the only in the pouch. In these cases since my full body mirrorless camera was relatively large, the pouch would be in it’s unfolded form and the velcro just barely closed. In these cases I felt more nervous so again would swing the pouch in front of me keep a closer eye. Overall though I decided fairly early on that this would not be a primary way of carrying around my camera; I’d only resort to this in a pinch. Smaller cameras would probably work better.
Overall a clutch purchase that I’m happy about. The key is generally not to overstuff it and you’ll be fine. Finally it looks really sleek in midnight and I’ve received lots of compliments. Gen-z‘ers watch out! This functional field pouch is almost making look and feel as hip as you.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Looks good. Feels good.
on August 7, 2021
Posted by: Martin
from Philadelphia PA.
I am really enjoying the Field Pouch V2. I got it to have less stuff in my pants pockets. When I go on photo walks, I usually don't need all that I carry, so this makes things a lot easier. Seems like great quality and I also like the way it looks and use it for an everyday carry in the warmer weather.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Posted by: Anonymous
Verified Purchase:Yes
A practical pouch for several different uses. I use it as an EDC on a daily basis and a minimalist photography bag on weekends. The shape is quite good for smaller items, which is the main purpose, although not ideal for fitting larger items due to its angular bottom. Materials are top notch, which is the main reason I purchased it, something I can rely on for many years. Fits inside the everyday backpack.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great Dog Gear Companion!
on October 29, 2022
Posted by: Ninoskaleo
from Calgary, Alberta
I've been looking for years for a perfect pouch to be able to carry my GoPro and carry my dog's essentials for extended backpacking trips. As a photographer, I love taking my companion Damon everywhere I go, with the weight of a pack and having to be connected to my dog on a leash; the right accessory was a must. With the Field Pouch V2 I can have my GroPro clipped (with the capture clip) ready to record any relevant moments, with the accessibility to provide the necessities for my dog while we walk and within the forest.
Highly recommend! You can always mix and match with Peak Design products, which makes it into very versatile range of products.
Highly recommend! You can always mix and match with Peak Design products, which makes it into very versatile range of products.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design