xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada

I have my larger Think Tank and several backpacks sitting at home while I use my Ona leather Brixton all the time. I never have difficulties at airports since it passes for a briefcase/messenger bag that draws no interest by people other than the odd compliment. Happy shopping!!!

https://www.onabags.com/store/messenger-bags/the-brixton.html?color=antique-cognac

bpulv Loc: Buena Park, CA

Nice bag, but can it carry a full frame camera and a f/2.8 24-70mm lens along with accessories such as filters, cleaning materials, etc.?

xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada

Yes

xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada

If you like these Ona bags, try a good camera store in your area and try them out with your specific equipment so you get the correct size, I currently use two, the Bowry bag for Fuji X100F and accessories and the larger Brixton bag for larger hardware such as Fuji XT2 and or Nikon D800 and associated lenses, etc. Cheers!

xt2 Loc: British Columbia, Canada

There is a photo with equipment, etc. on the website I attached.

hpucker99 Loc: Anchorage, Alaska

Do you which model you have?

Kingman

There is no one simple solution to this issue. This camera bag discussion reminds me of some advice that given to me about traveling a long time ago: Once you've thought you're done packing for a trip, cut the amount of stuff in half and double the amount of money you planned to spend. This relates to many of us that soon realize that most camera bags we use will hold far more than we really wish to carry. As a result of this, I've tried to go as light as possible for a given assignment or a given place I wish to shoot. If there's something I didn't use, next time (for this particular location), I will not take it with me the next time. I know this is not always possible given spares and unknown locations, but I that's also why I have at least three or four different camera bags for travel. I will take the best guess at the lenses I'll need and just deal with it.

MrGNY Loc: New York

It is the Everyday Backpack 20L.

This would count as your carryon.

JackW

I have a Tenba shootout that is at the upper limit for what is allowable for domestic carriers but with an upcoming flight to attend the Monterey Car week in August I've downsized to a Think Tank Streetwalker Pro V2.0 that I just purchased from B&H. I tried the regular Streetwalker but it was too small for a 1Dx so I had to return it to get the deeper Pro model. Surprisingly I can fit almost as much in the Think Tank as my larger Tenba and the build quality is very good on both bags. I plan on putting the monopod in my checked bag to keep within the size limitations on Delta but Ill definitely second all of the previous suggestions to look at Think Tank.

Mike Adams Loc: Connecticut

Thanks for all the suggestions: I will check them out.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

As you can see, the choice of camera bag is very subjective. I went through many before finally finding “the one” I use all the time.

Another thought, used camera bags sell for about 30 cents on the dollar or less. So you might want to consider that option too.

My best advice is go to as many stores as you can and view the bags in person.

stevefrankel

I'd echo the advice you received about going overweight, regardless of your bag, and going for wheeled luggage whenever possible. I've been on more than 40 cruises covering more than 100,000 miles; and I've gone everywhere to meet and leave from the ships. I'm a travel writer and travel agent, and average 500-1000 photos per cruise. Quick advice:
..I've now settled on the Tenba 10" BYOB as my bag. I'm traveling with 2 Olympus bodies and 6 lenses, including 2 large Zuiko PRO lenses. The gear weighs about 7 pounds and the Tenba BYOB Insert fits in any carryon luggage. My MacBook weighs another 4 pounds with its charger, and I fit it alongside the BYOB insert, inside the nylon case BYOB case that weighs another pound. Thus everything weighs about 12 pounds well within the 7 kilo/16 pound limit.
..But then -- in a stroke of genius -- I fit the BYOB bag inside an eBags/Samsonite Underseat Spinner bag, along with my meds. This brings the total weight up to 19 pounds, but since it slides under the seat I don't have to lift it into the overhead. Also, while my carryon has only been weighed twice, if I'm challenged I just have to remove the BYOB camera bag from the underseat spinner, and now I'm carrying a 12 pound bag that fits under my seat, and a 6-pound camera bag that looks like like a woman's purse. Further the 4-wheeled spinner is well-balanced and easy to push, and can also fit above the bag that I ship when I'm in the airport or walking to my hotel.

I'm going to try this outfit out on a land trip to Italy and Switzerland this summer, and on an Asian cruise in January. This also means that I can fit all my clothes inside what's normally my 20" carryon and ship it as baggage. Thus I have only what's necessary and expensive in the passenger compartment of the plane. Finally, I'd recommend anyone, with more camera gear than they can afford to replace, buy an all-risk camera insurance floater. If you take more than a few trips each year, this is well worth the $300-$400 it costs. I cover a lot of these suggestionts in my new book, "Choosing Great Cameras for Cruises & Tours," which is available on Amazon.

mrtaxi Loc: Old Westbury NY, Fort Lauderdale, FL

I use a think tank back pack. I strongly suggest you take a trip to B&H as these things are real personal, where they have many to check out and expert sales people to guide you. Too many sizes and features dependent on the gear you carry and your style and budget.

whwiden

Take note of the weight of the bag in relation to its carry capacity for airline travel. I find the Domke F6 or F2 to be good under seat bags, light, flexible. Also consider whether you want to work out of the bag while it is on your shoulder. A bag that looks good for transit may not be as good in the field.

For tBragg Guy Loc: Fort Bragg Ca

I use a sling bag as a carry on camera bag. I like sling bags for when hiking for the access to items without setting it on the ground or having to find a place to set it on.