Bag for the camera

The arsenal of a professional photographer and a keen amateur contains accessories without which transportation of equipment will be problematic. We are talking about bags for cameras, which are created specifically for owners of equipment.

When purchasing a camera, the buyer is faced with a choice - to take a bag for the camera or not. In this case, a person may be guided by the desire to save money or proceed from the fact that he is not going to often carry equipment with him. However, transportation of equipment without the use of specialized accessories leads to its premature failure.

Bags are designed to meet the needs of photographers and have dimensions corresponding to the dimensions of specific equipment. Covers will be useful not only to professionals who go to the shooting, but also to beginners or tourists. An accessory is especially convenient when traveling when you can hang it on your neck or shoulder, freeing up your hands or space in a suitcase.

Functions of bags for cameras:

• transportation of equipment over long distances;
• storage of additional accessories, cables, chargers;
• camera protection against shock, water and dirt.

Covers for SLR and digital cameras differ in size. The latter are characterized by compactness, because small bags are suitable for them, which can be hung around the neck, carried in your hand or put into a regular backpack. As a rule, such accessories are devoid of additional pockets and compartments.

Different accessories are also selected for each model of the SLR camera. The largest are full-frame professional cameras, often they are carried in specialized backpacks.

A range of amateur equipment, such as the Nikon d3300, Canon eos1200d, Canon 600d, Nikon d3200 fit in relatively small wardrobe trunks.

If you compare equipment from two manufacturers, they will also differ in size. The carcass of a Canon camera is larger than cameras of other brands. The same applies to optics. In particular, the kit lenses supplied by Nikon have small dimensions. The above should be taken into account when selecting accessories. The safety of the equipment will depend on how correctly the bag is selected.

Photo bags are made from quality synthetic fabrics. The most popular materials for sewing are nylon, polyester, polyurethane, which are resistant to premature wear. The need to use durable, waterproof fabrics is due to the fact that most cameras can not withstand moisture. Thanks to the use of covers and photo bags, you can take equipment with you in bad weather and under rapidly changing climatic conditions.

Accessories will protect the equipment from direct sunlight, as the materials will absorb excess heat. The inner lining is made of soft material that further protects the camera from shaking. In addition, in the bags there are special partitions with which you can adjust the size of the main compartment, taking into account the dimensions of the equipment.

Zippers and clasps of bags are made of metals with anti-corrosion coating. Textile straps do not stretch, retain their size after prolonged use, and fastex and clips are resistant to external influences. These parts are easily fastened and unfastened, which allows you to quickly adjust the length of the straps, open the bag.

The advantage of the materials from which the photo bags are made is that they are easy to clean and wash. This feature of accessories is relevant because during shooting they often have to be placed on the ground or floor, which affects aesthetic characteristics. It is enough to wipe the outer surface of the cover to put it in order. If the lining is dirty, laundry soap or powder can be used.

Depending on the size of the equipment, certain camera models and the number of accessories transported, several types of bags are distinguished:

• Professional photographers prefer larger models, since they need to carry not only the camera itself, but also interchangeable lenses, an external flash, and batteries;
• An amateur does not need such a quantity of equipment, because miniaturization is one of the main requirements that he places on a product.

There are several types of camera carrying accessories.

The most common model, presented in different sizes and suitable for the needs of amateurs and professionals. In addition to the main compartment, the accessory is equipped with side and internal pockets for carrying cables, chargers, memory cards or a second lens. Manufacturers create both small photo bags and large ones designed to transport large quantities of equipment.

The models are complemented by a soft lining that protects equipment from shaking. Photo bags are equipped with a long strap, thanks to which they can be thrown over your shoulder. Also, models have a short handle for carrying the camera in hand. The shape of the accessory varies between different brands. There are rectangular, trapezoidal, square models.

A feature of such accessories is that they, as a rule, repeat the shape of the camera. Inside, only a camera with a lens is placed, sometimes small pockets for storing small items can be located on the accessory. Wardrobe trunks and cases are equipped with an internal strong framework differing in shock resistance and wear resistance. Thanks to him, the equipment will not hang out during transportation.

This type of accessory is rare in stores and is not suitable for transporting large cameras. The accessory is equipped with an adjustable strap secured to the belt.When carrying the bag, it must be firmly fixed so that the camera remains intact. The model allows you to free your hands, less stress on the spine.

Option for professionals. Inside there are special compartments for storing the carcass of the camera, lenses, memory cards, cables and other things. If necessary, even objects that are not directly related to shooting will fit in a backpack. In particular, you can put a wallet, phone, keys there, which eliminates the need to take another bag with you.

Large photo backpacks contain a full-frame camera, several fixed lenses (portrait, wide-angle, full-time) and a telephoto camera (for example, with a focal length of 70-200 mm). The accessory will fit a battery pack, a flash and batteries for it, cleaning products for optics, and external light. There are models of backpacks to which tripods are attached, as well as those in which reflectors are carried.

Such models are a cross between a backpack and a bag. They have only one strap, smaller dimensions and are characterized by a relatively light weight. The advantage of the accessory is that it can be easily thrown from the back to the shoulder when you need to get a camera. And the compactness of the sling bag makes it suitable for travel.

However, the model also has a number of disadvantages. When a photographer has to take a lot of equipment with him, a backpack with one strap will not evenly distribute weight, which has a negative effect on the back. In addition, the belt can dig into the chest, restraining the movement of the photographer.

The development of bags for cameras involved in many brands, including Case Logic, Lowepro, Golla, Kata, Dicom, Vanguard. Brand accessories differ in price, quality and design.

Different collections and selected by the target audience. Golla focuses on owners of compact cameras and creates appropriate cases and wardrobe trunks. A line of Lowepro photo bags is characterized by diversity, as the brand creates accessories for both professionals and amateurs.

High-quality budget accessories presented in Dicom collections. This brand creates bags accessible to the wide consumer. However, it should be borne in mind that they are mainly sewn from textiles, and therefore slightly less durable.

Those who are interested in using innovative technologies for sewing photo bags can pay attention to the Vanguard company, which develops models for use in especially extreme conditions.

When buying a new camera, beginners often ask themselves: “What bag is required for it?” Approaching the choice wisely, the owner is able to extend the life of the camera and make its transportation as comfortable as possible. An important factor in choosing an accessory is the habits of each individual person. It is important for someone to free their hands, others will prefer to walk light and stop at the smallest covers.

There are several general tips for choosing a suitable photo bag:

• The accessory must be sized to fit the camera.. You should not take a capacious backpack if you plan to carry with you only a camera with one lens. In contrast, when a person subsequently wants to purchase additional optics or an external flash, a larger bag will suit him;
• Pay attention to the material from which the accessory is sewn.. Less quality bags can be made of textiles, do not have a soft inner lining;
• The number of internal compartments and partitions depends on how many components a person will carry. If the owner of the camera is going to constantly take an additional battery, a cable for connecting to a computer, several memory cards and tools for cleaning optics, you should opt for models with many pockets and compartments;
• The type of bag for the camera is selected depending on the needs of the owner. A small case is suitable for a beginner, where only a camera fits.A backpack is an option for more advanced lovers;
• Design plays an important role for those who follow their style. Solid black bags will get less dirty, they are universal and suitable for any clothes. In the collections of different brands you can find colorful models, decorated with contrasting inserts. There are bags with reflective elements.

Following these tips, camera owners can find the bag to their liking. As professionalism grows, photographers will be able to determine what characteristics of covers are in the first place for them. To begin with, it is worth stopping the choice on those models, which will be most comfortable to transfer.