I use a Lowepro Photosport AW 200. There is a bigger 300 version.

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Considered a sling bag?

The Metromonger by Greenroom 136 is a 10l sling, that you can order with a dope camera cube accessory.

When you see something you want to shoot, just pull the bag in front of you, open, draw and snap away.

Fits up to a 13" tablet or laptop.

Wandrd Prvke. I travel all the time with the 21. Have a full review on my site from that aspect. But it's purpose built for camera carry too. But since the cubes are totally removable, it can be used like any other backpack. But, great bag. Be sure to check it out! Should add for you I'm referencing the 31.

I have a lowepro 500 flipside. I bought it [from here.] (https://www.thebagsfactory.nz/product/lowepro-flipside-500-aw-dslr-camera-bag/) Bigass black backpack that opens from the back and holds enough to be useful. Was relatively cheap too.

I’m always happy to recommend Wandrd PRVKE. I’ve had mine for a little while and it’s great for a body and a few lenses. Has normal functionality and looks just like a day pack. Sadly, I think if someone wants your camera gear or knows you have gear, no bag is safe

Get a Think Tank.

Expensive, but nondescript and durable as fuck.

Mindshift make camera bags that look more like backpacking bags. You look a bit more like a normal traveller - not completely inconspicuous, but not an obvious camera bag either. They're quite expensive though.

i have this yuhan (amazon referral link) it's very comfortable and only has some tiny writing suggesting it's for photography

Seriously considering this bag this year. My camera is about 5.8 x 5.8" with the grip on - would that fit in with a lens attached or would I have to lay it down flat?

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IMO the best approach is to get a nice quality, non photographic messenger bag, and get a separate padded insert with dividers to go inside it.

I personally hate looking like a photographer on the street, and now I’ve got a lovely Barbour wax satchel which is actually a camera bag when you look inside. Best of both. When I’m not shooting I just take it out and I’ve saved having to buy two bags.

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For shoulder bags, I still prefer my Domke:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/592386-REG/Domke_700_02A_F_2_Ruggedwear_Shooters_Bag.html

The black nylon has held up for over a decade of use, while other nylon bags I own have started shedding. (But go with canvas)

Been using a Domke F2 for 30-something years. Just rewaxed it a week ago.

Also picked up an Amazon Basics bag to replace my 40 year old lunchbox cooler style bag I had my film camera in. For the price, it seems great.

I tested two Top notch camera bags that are unlike a camera bag. Very Stylist and modern.

Option 1: PGYTECH OneMo 2 Camera Backpack

Price: $219.95

Ideal for: Professional photographers, travel enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers

Pros:

1. Modular and Customizable Interior: Thick, flexible, and removable dividers allow you to tailor the layout to your camera gear and accessories.
2. Convertible Design: Seamlessly switch between backpack and shoulder bag for versatile carrying options.
3. Spacious and Expandable: Base capacity of 25L, expandable to 33L, perfect for DSLR or mirrorless cameras, lenses, a drone, a laptop, and more.
4. Comfortable to Wear: High-performance back panel and wide waist strap provide excellent support and ventilation, even under heavy loads.
5. Weatherproof: Crafted from water-resistant materials with an included rain cover for added protection.
6. Extra Features: Battery storage, charge indicators, external carry straps, smartphone pocket, and a discreet AirTag pocket.

Option 2: WANDRD All-New PRVKE 31L Photography Travel Backpack, Black

Price: $239

Experience Unrivaled Comfort and Organization!

Highlights:

• Shoulder Relief: Ease the burden on your shoulders with unparalleled comfort – this backpack accommodates your camera, laptop, and even a burrito with effortless style. (Listing for BACKPACK ONLY.)
• Highly Organized: Condense your life into plush, removable cubes. Customizable organization seamlessly transforms this camera bag into your everyday companion, complete with a concealed passport pocket and soft fleece-lined compartments.
• Instant Access: Capture the perfect shot with lightning speed using the convenient side pouch. Your newfound cat-like reflexes will make sure you're always ready for that photogenic bird standoff.

Name: Peak Design Everyday Messenger

Budget: $230

Use: Messenger bag

Pros: Modular, comes with a bunch of pockets and the dividers can be rearranged or taken out. Fits a bunch of stuff. Can be used as a camera bag or an everyday messenger bag, or both.

Cons: Does not fit large laptops (Mine is a 16in MacBook). The strap has to be taken off and reconfigured to switch sides. Can be a bit bulky.

Review and notes: I recently got this bag and I love it. I was looking for something I could carry everyday and also use as a camera bag, and it fits the bill perfectly. It’s modular so you can rearrange it to carry a bunch of camera gear or just have space for your camera with a lens and carry books and other stuff in it at the same time.

It might be a bit bulky, especially for smaller folks, but I’m a big guy and it fits me great. I also really like how it looks, especially in gray.

Name: Altura Camera Sling Bag

Budget: 50$

Use: Portable hiking bag, can carry several lenses.

Pros: Good build quality, can carry multiple lenses, you can grab your camera easily because its a sling bag, looks nice.

Cons: Can't think of any, maybe the size, but its just what you prefer.

Review and notes: The middle lens holder/compartment i use to place the lens that is on my camera at that time, so i don't have to put on a lens every time i take the camera out.

There's only 2 options imho.

PGYTECH OneMo 2 Camera Backpack which costs about $220. and the WANDRD PVKE which goes from $180-$300 depending on size.

I have both so I'm speaking from experience, these will be great

Name: Roots '73 Flannel Collection L Messenger [LINK, might not work] [In case link doesn't work, here is a PHOTO]

Budget: $60 (CAD), approx $45USD

Use: Nature/hiking and ideal for urban areas.

Pros: Lightweight, carries camera w/lens attached plus two additional lenses. Pockets for protective rain cover, extra battery, tripod mount and anything else small I might need. Doesn't look like a camera bag. Prefer over the shoulder messenger bags for ease of access.

Cons: While the padding inside is more than fine, more expensive camera bags likely have much better padding. If you use/travel with a lot of lenses it's limiting.
Not entirely waterproof.

Review/Notes: I've had this for just over a year and has done the job very well for myself. I usually don't need more than 3 lenses at one time ever so it has more than enough space.
When I travel to Toronto I go by train, then when I'm there I use the TTC (buses, subways, streetcars) so the bag blends in rather than sticks out as a camera bag. Looks like any other messenger style bag you'd see in an urban location.

I tend to get around by bike also and I find it super comfortable when riding. All-in-all without spending $100+ on a bag it's done the job great.

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Side note/bag. When I bought my spare battery, I bought the Canon "Bag & Battery" combo. It was only $10 more than the battery itself (so the bag only cost $10). I don't go out with it, but it's ideal to keep my extra lenses. [LINK]

I have 2 High-End Quality Choices for you.

#1 Name: PGYTECH OneMo 2 Camera Backpack

Budget: $219.95

Use: Professional photographers, travel photographers, outdoor photographers

Pros:

• Modular and customizable interior: The backpack's interior dividers are thick, flexible, and removable, allowing you to customize the layout to fit your specific camera gear and accessories.
• Convertible design: The backpack can be converted into a shoulder bag, offering more carrying options depending on your needs.
• Spacious and expandable: The backpack has a base capacity of 25L, but it can be expanded to 33L thanks to its expandable front compartment. This makes it ideal for carrying a DSLR or mirrorless camera, multiple lenses, a drone, a laptop, a tripod, and other essential photography gear.
• Comfortable to wear: The backpack has a high-performance back panel and wide waist strap that provide excellent support and ventilation, even when carrying heavy loads.
• Weatherproof: The backpack is made of water-resistant materials and comes with a rain cover for added protection in bad weather.
• Plenty of additional features: The backpack has a variety of thoughtful features, such as battery storage and charge indicators, external carry straps, a smartphone pocket, and a secret AirTag pocket.

#2 WANDRD All-New PRVKE 31L Photography Travel Backpack, Black

30L seems small for all of that. Lowepro protactic 450 would certainly be enough. Yeah, it’s a bit “tacticool” but it’s got so many options. There’s also a 35L version.

Gitzo century traveler backpack. I picked it up for 150ish, looks sharp, has held up so far, wide comfortable shoulder straps.

LowePro ProTactic

I like the Hex Cinema bag.

The immortal search for the erfect bag continues.haha.

This might help you out...catecorized suggestions per genre so more or less you'll know what you're looking for..but feel free to check the others out if that'll suit your needs best.

https://techmonkeytips.blogspot.com/2024/02/pack-it-up-unveiling-perfect-camera-bag.html

Hope this helps.

Take a look at the PRVKE series from Wandrd, can highly recommend it (got the 41L myself)

i second this! peak design makes phantastic backpacks. i ve been using their 30l mk2 daily for ~5 years. its modular and virtually indestructible. check it out, OP!

I’ve had the wndrd prvk 21l for 5 years. Best investment I ever made

I have the Wandrd 31?L and, while I do like it, I almost never use it over my Brevite back pack. The Wandrd is much more well made and has a lot more functionality, but the Brevite is very simple, good looking, small and light. If I'm going on a long trip or hiking or something I take the Wandrd, but 95% of the time it's the Brevite.

Peak Design 30L, you have to arrange the compartments vertical, but it works great and looks like just a backpack. Fits 200-600 with body attached if needed… we fit two a7iii bodies, 200-600G, Tam 70-180, sigma 24-70, 35GM, MacBook Pro, adapters, batteries and chargers, and the back nicely will slip over the handle of a roller board carry on.

I think camera bags are classic and here to stay! Although I do think that the wider fabric straps are trendy.

Same almost all my handbags are camera bags (Prada, Tory Burch and YSL). I'm a crossbody bag person so for me it is definitely not a trend and my preferred style. I have my eye on the Coach one pictured but I feel I really need to try a new style lol

I own lots of camera bags! My first was a Gucci Disco Bag. I’ve since added the YSL Lou and two Mini Lous. They fit so much for their size!

I don’t really think there’s an appropriate age for camera style bags and I don’t think they’re a passing trend. To me, they’re the most user friendly every day small bag. I’m 26 and hate bigger bags but that’s because I’m petit and have no kids so maybe that will change in the future lol.

Camera bags are almost all I have 😶 Especially when it becomes to my designer handbags. It’s my favorite style. I’m 33.