my camera bags

right after i purchased my very first dslr, i invested in a good camera bag.  before anything else, i invested in a bag that would support my gear while i was out and about.  i cannot stress enough how important it is to buy a good bag that will properly support your camera and your gear.  if you are going to spend the money on a good camera and fun lenses, why wouldn’t you buy a bag that will keep it properly protected?  when i first started researching camera bags, i wanted a bag that would be able to hold my dslr and a couple lenses, plus my everyday purse items.  more importantly, i wanted a bag that didn’t look like a camera bag.  i wanted a bag that would take the place of my purse, but also happened to hold a variety of camera equipment if you peeked inside!  and, let me tell you, everyone is always surprised when i tell them that my bag is not just a purse, but a camera bag too!  here is a little peek at my camera bags and why i love them.

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My Camera Bags

the answer to my camera bag dreams was kelly moore.  not only do the bags properly protect my camera gear when i am on the go, but they don’t look like a camera bag.  i absolutely love them and have three kelly moore bags that i use regularly, each bag serving a different purpose.  to see more information about these bags and why i love them, take a peek below!  each bag will be featured seperately and i removed the removable dividers that are inside the purse to give you an idea of what can fit inside!

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the kate bag.

i love using the kate bag when i go to my professional photo sessions.  in the photo above, you can see that this bag holds my nikon d610 with my nikon 50mm 1.8 lens attached, plus two additional lenses.  one of the main reasons why i love this bag is that it also fits my 13 inch retina macbook pro.  i love that i can pack up my laptop along with my gear and be sure that it is all property protected.  the kate bag has a cross body strap that is essential for me.  i love to wear my bag across my body during photo sessions because, not only does it keep my bag with me at all times, but it also leaves my hands free for photographing.

the kate bag also has a variety of zipped pockets throughout the bag that helps to keep business cards, client contracts, and personal items like wallets and lip gloss all organized.  to read more about the kate bag, please visit my blog post “meet kate.”

the two sues bag.

this mustard yellow bag was my very first camera bag, and i still use it regularly to this day.  i have had this bag for two years and it still looks beautiful!  as you can see above, the two sues bag can hold my nikon d610 with my nikon 50mm 1.8 lens attached plus two additional lenses.  i also love the deep pockets in the front of the bag.  i usually place extra batteries, memory cards, and business cards in the front pockets since they can be quickly and easily accessed.  the two sues bag also has a cross body strap that makes carrying it comfortable and convenient during photo sessions.  i also love the beautiful mustard yellow color because it makes it easy for clients to find me on their session day.  i always tell my clients, “i have curly blonde hair and i will be carrying a yellow bag!”  clients can always find me really quickly when i meet them on location.

the two sues bag also zips on the top, which i love.  i love that i can zip it up if it starts raining, or if i just want extra protection for my gear.  to read even more about the two sues, click on over to my previous post “my sidekick in mustard yellow.”  of all my camera bags, this one is my favorite.

the esther bag.

i love to use this bag when i am traveling.  this bag can hold my nikon d610 with my nikon 50mm 1.8 lens attached plus two additional lenses.  i really like to use the esther bag when i travel because it can also hold my laptop.  i love that it zips on the top, so i can add a little more security to my belongings while i am on the go.  yet the pockets on the side allow me to have a quick and easy place to store my cell phone or boarding documents without having to open up the main section of the bag.  the only thing that i wish the esther bag had was the cross-body strap.  because my gear and laptop can get rather heavy, it is tiring to carry it around with just the handles alone, even though i can carry the bag on my shoulder.  other than the lack of a longer strap, i really like this bag and it’s classic look.  again, this is a great example of a camera bag that simply looks like a purse.

shopping for my camera bags was so much fun, so enjoy it as you look for your perfect bag!  every photographer carries different gear and has different needs in a camera bag, so make sure you are choosing a bag that will work best for you and your needs.

things to think about when shopping for a camera bag

1.  what camera gear do you carry regularly?  make sure that you are looking at bags that will comfortably and properly store all the gear you carry with you regularly.  sometimes it is helpful to put all of the gear that you would ideally like to carry in your bag out on your desk, so you can get a visual of what gear you are packing.

2.  would you also like to carry your laptop, along with your camera gear?  for me, i don’t carry my laptop along to my photography sessions, but i like the option of being able to carry it if i want to head to the coffee shop to blog or when traveling.

3.  how do you like to carry your bag, over the shoulder or cross-body?  is it easier for you to carry your bag with a particular strap?  i prefer cross-body straps, as they allow me to easily and comfortably carry my bag while leaving my hands free to focus on my camera.  i also like that my camera bag is always with me and i can move quickly throughout a session, without having to stop and set down or pick up my bag.  think about what works best for you!

4.  do you need quick access to certain things like car keys, cell phone, or batteries that are separated from your gear?  personally, i think it is nice to have outside pockets or separate areas for those items that i need frequently, like my phone or car keys.  i also like these items to be away from my equipment, both for easy access and additional camera protection.  be sure to think about what it is that you actually carry in your purse and make sure that your future camera bag offers you enough organization and pockets to fit your must-have items!

are you excited to shop for your camera bag yet?  well get going!  and don’t forget to have fun!  thanks for stopping by my blog today!  be sure to stay awhile and browse my photography posts!  i might just have an answer to your question!  and if you really like what you see, be sure to subscribe to my blog so you don’t miss out on my future tips and tricks!

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