I've been looking for a long time for a camera bag that doesn't look like a camera bag. I've searched all the big box stores and even some department stores. Everything was black and you wore it like a backpack. I wanted something I could wear cross-body so I could shoot freely without worrying about holding onto my bag. I'd seen the Jill-e bags for women but they were more than I wanted to spend. Last year, I bought a large beige messenger bag at Aldo that ripped on the second day of my trip due to the weight of everything I carried. After searching for years, I decided to bite the bullet and spend some money on a good bag. And this bag doesn't disappoint. In the camera insert ALONE I was able to fit 2 lenses, a battery grip, an external flash and the camera base for my DSLR. Then there is still room for a tablet and a laptop or other things like wallet, makeup, snacks, camera rain gear, umbrella, etc.
But that's not the only features it has. When you open the top flap, there are three zippered compartments right there next to the buckles. I was able to store all my memory cards in one, 3 li-ion batteries in the middle one and still have another pouch left over! That makes changing batteries/cards super easy! Then in front when you lift up the flap, there is another zippered compartment which has two more mesh pouches. Then there are a couple slots to put a pen, another 2 slots for small things like crackers/granola bars or battery charger. If that wasn't enough, there are two pockets on the side water bottles! Now turn the bag around. There is a back zipper pocket you can use to store your lens caps, with a little pocket on the inside. There is also a zipper on the bottom to open up the back pocket and slide the bag onto your carry on with a strap running through the middle to hook the bag.
This bag is simply amazing. I have never been able to put all my camera needs in one bag until now. I've always had to put my camera gear in a camera bag and put it in my carry-on which took up 1/2 of the carry-on. NOT ANYMORE! Plus, the added shoulder pad provides comfort when lugging around all this stuff. I don't usually take a tripod when I travel but I like that you can attach it to the bottom. You don't realize how difficult it is to attach a monopod/tripod to a purse until you try.
The only down side, if you can count it one, is that the Khaki bag is just a shade darker than it appears in pictures but it doesn't make one bit of difference for me. It's a large bag and I like that. I can wear this bag with any type of clothing and that is the main reason I wanted a messenger bag in beige. This bag is everything I've been looking for and more and I guarantee it will be for you too. This bag on the Portare website is $169.99. So save yourself the trouble (and potential shipping costs), and click 'Add to Cart'.
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Purchased for carrying camera and lenses on a trip. Very happy with quality. Adjustable compartments are great. It appears to be wareproof as well. Tablet compartment also is good. Very happy with this bag.
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There are so many options in camera bags, I made a prioritized list padding all the way around, waterproof, not-so obvious look, tripod straps, room to grow. Most bags had some of the features. This bag has everything. I have used it for weekend trips and found it to be comfortable to carry with very easy access to the camera.
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I purchased for electronics holder for vacation. This will hold all my electonics plus chargers. I really like everything about it. Very nice. I needed something that was not black, visually I have trouble locating so I require contrast. This fills that bill. I almost sent it back because I don't care for the belt type closure. I thought they would be mostly visual like on purses but no. I may attach velcro underneath the flap. It is sturdy, well constructed, with good padding inside. It is large enough and not so large it is bulky. It is well designed on the inside for all the equipment I wanted to haul around.
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This is a terrific camera/laptop bag. Very stylish, well-designed, and seems to be durable. My only concern was the slick nylon strap that came with it, but the more I use it the more I like it. Definitely five stars.
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