Time for a new camera bag?
I’ve had my camera bag/backpack for about 7 years. I chose the backpack style so I could bring it on hikes and carry it comfortably on photo shoots. It’s been on overnight backpacking trips, beaches, airplanes, camping, and everywhere else I’ve dragged it. It’s been used and abused and I’ve been told it’s time for a new one from more than a few people. Ok, so the zipper on the inside pocket doesn’t zip and the outside is worn and there’s a splotch of green spray paint from a senior photo shoot (ahh the memories!) on the front, but it has character and it has been with me through many amazing experiences!
My camera backpack was made by Lowepro which is a popular camera bag brand. They don’t have this particular model available anymore but I believe it’s an older version of the Photo Classic AW (pictured below) in a smaller size. The newer model can hold two camera bodies and has enough room for lenses and equipment and is priced at $119.00
One of the best features is the All Weather cover. It is hidden in the bottom of the bag in a sleeve. When the weather turns bad you pull it out and it wraps around the bag to protect it like a rain coat. This has saved me numerous times! It also has a strap and loop on the front to keep your tripod secured.
I’ve really used this bag. Like really used it. Most days I have it with me and like I said before, it’s been everywhere so durability would be my number one compliment for this bag.It fits all of my equipment comfortably, has storage for memory cards and a zippered pouch where I keep extra batteries and little gadgets like my remote shutter release. It has a storage pocket on the front that zips and is big enough for my wallet, keys, gum, pens, thumb drives, business cards and whatever else I would normally carry in a purse. It has large mesh pockets on each side where I keep a water bottle and my cell phone.
I like the simplicity of this bag. It’s basic, straightforward and economical. I believe I paid under $100. It has been on my shoulder almost every day for many years and it’ll probably stay there for at least a few more.
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