Best Camera Bags In 2021
We can spend so much time-and money-on our camera kit, building up an impressive array of SLR bodies, lenses and add-ons to help us take that perfect shot. And for all this expensive equipment, making time to find the best camera bag to protect your investment is also time well-spent.
The type of camera bag or backpack you buy depends on your camera gear and also the type of photography you like to do. From snapping away around town, taking pictures of friends or family or going full-out on a traveling adventure, you need to be sure your camera bag gives you and your kit the best support, space, and protection. Oh, and you look front cover stylish wearing it too.
To help get you and your camera equipment on the go and snap-shot ready, we've scoured the internet to bring you what we think are some of the best camera bags currently on the market.
1. AmazonBasics Large DSLR Camera Bag
Fantastic value with a lot of features makes this gadget bag from the AmazonBasics range our Best Choice pick. It's fair to say that this solid camera bag gives more expensive camera storage products a run for their money.
It's a decent size, with enough padded internal space for your DSLR body and up to three lenses. Plus, there's an extra compartment sleeve for your smart gadgets and a handy mesh section on the inside of the top flap to tuck away your microSD cards. And the internal compartment is removable, making it an easy contender for customization.
2. Canon Deluxe Camera Bag 200EG
This tough-looking camera backpack from camera giants Canon is an ideal gift for photography lovers who like to shake it up when out on a shoot. With more than enough space for two DSLR camera bodies, 3-4 lenses, and accessories, you can plan a full day out bagging great photos with this deluxe camera bag.
Designed for Canon's EOS range, it's great for all smallish-bodied cameras and made from tough polyester and nylon, coated for extra waterproofing, it'll stand up to whatever you or the weather can throw at it.
3. Canon EOS 100ES Shoulder Camera Bag
For the photographer on the go, look no further if you need a compactly styled camera bag that is ideal for your short travels.
Canon have come up with a winner with this bag, designed for its EOS range (but that's no reason why it shouldn't be used for other similar sized DSLRs). A clean, no fuss design works well for this well-priced camera bag, coming in at around the $40 mark. And it has the quality you'd expect from the global camera brand that is Canon. So, what do you get for your money? You get a solid, conventional bag for travel camera storage, sized for travel and made from robust, water-repellent nylon so offers durability and protection. Its interior space is enough for a camera body and at a push, up to three lenses, and the padded divider gives extra room for additional smaller accessories. The flip-over lid fits snugly to keep everything tight and contained while the pinch clip is reassuringly chunky. When traveling you also need comfort and the non-slip shoulder strap is easily adjustable and has nice thick padding for no-stress carrying while on the move. Canon EOS 100ES is a decent-sized basic camera bag with a good pedigree that does what it says on the tin.
4. Case Logic SLRC-206 SLR Camera Bag
If you like to picture edit on the go, then check out this cool camera backpack from gadget bag specialists, Case Logic. With an internal compartment designed for laptops as big as the 17-inch MacBook Pro, you can take your photo-editing suite with you, for those final image edits and touch-ups. This is a sizeable camera backpack but boy, does it pack it away-with padded compartment space for your camera, lenses, gadgets, accessories and even, should you need it for some awesome aerial shots, a smallish drone. And surprisingly, despite all its space and spec, it is nice and light, coming in at just over 1.3 pounds.
There are some super extra touches to this classy looking camera rucksack, not least its ingenious hammock system, which suspends your precious SLR above the bottom of the case to give extra protection against knocks and bumps. Plus, there's enough high-strength pockets and loops on the outside to take your tripod and smaller accessories. Made from tough waterproof nylon, the design of Case Logic SLRC-206 SLR Camera Bag has also been well thought out for comfort-with a padded back and a mesh panel to keep you cool and on the go. A professional standard camera backpack at a good price and worth the investment. Find more grat products like this by checking out our guide to the best rolling duffel bags.
5. Vanguard Havana 41 Backpack
There's something nicely vintage about Havana 41 Backpack from Vanguard, but don't be fooled by the old school styling-this bag has its sights set on protecting all your hi-tech camera gear. Its design is also more than just fashion, it doesn't scream'conventional camera bag' so blends in as a normal rucksack-great for keeping your expensive camera gear away from a would-be thief's attention.
So, how does it actually stand up as a fully formed camera bag? Rather well, we'd say! You don't get the structured foam compartment set up of a traditional camera bag, but you do get sufficient padding in its compartment dividers. And there's more than enough sections and pockets to keep all your kit and accessories organized and ready to hand. The Havana is a decent sized camera backpack, able to house your DSLR with lens attached, plus another couple of lenses, flash, accessories, and a 13 -inch laptop. Plus, you get a rain cover to pop over the pack when the weather takes a change for the worse. The added bonus of the Havana is that thanks to its look, you can whip out the camera dividers and use it as a straight-up stylish backpack for every day. Two for the price of one!
