4.72/5 — More than 300 reviewsBags from camera manufacturers
Whether SLR or compact camera - cameras are extremely sensitive and should be if you want them to last. If they fall to the ground, they can quickly be very badly damaged. So to protect your camera, a camera bag is recommended. You can choose between smaller and larger bags, backpacks and cases. We recommend variants with good padding, made of robust fabric; because the purpose of a bag is to protect the contents. The size of the storage space is also important. Some models can hold several lenses, so you can always change your camera as needed. Depending on what you need the bag or backpack for, we have different models in our range.
Specially adapted bags from camera manufacturers
All manufacturers have a suitable bag on the market for your SLR camera. These are then specially tailored to the manufacturer's camera. In addition, there are small side compartments for other accessories, such as memory cards or spare batteries. These specially tailored bags are perfectly adapted to the respective device. These bags are often designed in such a way that the camera does not even have to be taken out of the bag to take pictures, which makes access particularly quick. Usually, the lens cover is simply removed. At the same time, it is possible to access the camera's settings without removing the camera bag completely. In this case, the said area is simply opened, but the entire camera bag is not removed. The disadvantage of such a bag is that the bag no longer fits perfectly as soon as another lens is to be used. It is specifically designed for a camera model with a certain lens.
Materials used
The camera bags are made of robust and diverse materials. It is important here that the cameras to be stored are not damaged inside the bag. On the outside, the material must be tear-resistant. Nylon is often used for this purpose. The inside is usually made of fabric or microfibre, which allows everything to be stored softly and securely to avoid scratches from the inside. Furthermore, foam and additional padding is used, which additionally protects the camera inside from bumps and falls and holds it better. Smaller photo bags can also be made of leather, which makes them look particularly beautiful and elegant. However, this results in a higher price.
The camera backpack
A camera backpack offers the same features as a bag, but is slightly larger. A lot of other accessories can be stowed away here and transported comfortably. The backpack can be opened as usual with a zip. The interior is divided in such a way that all individual parts find a suitable place and can be accessed quickly. The division of the interior is also intended to ensure that more sensitive accessories cannot be damaged by others. Backpacks are particularly suitable for travelling or longer tours with photo equipment. This way, the camera is not only carried over the shoulder and puts a strain on the body due to its weight. The backpack distributes the weight of all the equipment on the back and both shoulders and offers more storage space.
Whoever likes to take a lot of photos will not go wrong with a camera backpack. Compared to camera bags, a photo backpack offers a simple strap and carrying system so that it can be carried comfortably over longer distances. The inside of modern photo backpacks is equipped with special padding so that expensive cameras and lenses cannot be damaged. In contrast to conventional backpacks, these are specially reinforced in photo backpacks and can usually be individually adjusted. Such a backpack is particularly interesting for longer hikes. Special types of photo backpacks can be roughly divided into compact backpacks for action photography that allow particularly quick access, expedition backpacks for adventures that can withstand the toughest conditions and modern backpacks that are especially suitable for short trips and city trips.
What to look for when buying
Whether it's a smaller model for a city trip or an expensive backpack for your expedition. Product reviews are a good way to help you decide what to buy. Here you have all the advantages and disadvantages at a glance and can see whether a particular model meets your requirements. An important criterion when buying is always sufficient space inside so that you can also store other accessories such as lenses. XXL backpacks even offer space for some luggage. These can often be reduced in size again and then used as an ordinary camera backpack on holiday. This flexibility offers a very high level of comfort.
A well-equipped backpack can be a big investment. The requirements for such a model are therefore quite high. There should be good padding, a good and comfortable carrying system, access to the contents must be possible quickly and the backpack should not be too heavy. Handling should be easy and, in the best case, the backpack should be flexible and convertible. The backpack must also be able to hold everyday items such as a wallet, keys, etc., so that hobby and professional photographers are well equipped for every occasion. Since the backpack is worn on the back, it also tends to be an easy target for thieves, as you do not necessarily notice access immediately. Additional security with a padlock can be useful here to protect your expensive photographic equipment and personal valuables.
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