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Do you have a photographer in your life? Are you struggling to come up with gift ideas for the upcoming holiday season? If so, you might want to check out these stylish yet very affordable and versatile camera bags. Camera bags are a must-have accessory. They make carrying gear around from shoot to shoot a breeze. They will even protect expensive gear when it’s not in use. We have selected five camera bags from our reviews index that all scored well. The best part: they all cost less than $150, and some are much less than that.
BAGSMART Camera Backpack
In our review, we said:
“This is a fantastic camera bag all around. It can hold a lot of stuff, protect your gear, give you ample yet safe access, and is comfortable enough in most instances. It can also hold a heck of a lot of stuff. Whether youâre hiking or going about your business in the city, the BAGSMART Camera Backpack is a solid choice.”
Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief
Buy now: $62.99
Vanguard Havana 48 Blue Backpack
In our review, we said:
“We took the Vanguard Havana 48 through rain, which, in addition to the NYC commute on the L train (and others), was the toughest thing that we put it through. This bag survived it all without even needing to bring out the rain cover.”
Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief
Buy now: $79.33
Tarion M-02
In our review, we said:
“A feature that I found to very nice is the overall size. It stays compact and doesnât become a super large pod on your back. Instead, itâs very versatile to keep on your back while in the crowded NYC subway.”
Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief
Buy now: $59.89
Pro Tip: Looking for more gift ideas other than camera bags? Perhaps pick up the photographer in your life some SD Cards, a camera cleaning kit, or some weatherproof camera and lens covers. No matter what, don’t forget to further your education by looking around for tutorials, too. See, us photographers really aren’t that hard to shop for.
Portage Supply Mariner Messenger Bag
In our review, we said:
“The Portage Supply Mariner Messenger Bag is really easy to use and again, it basically takes what the photo industry has been doing for years and improves on it in slight waysâmostly being materials and little things like moving where the laptop sleeve is.”
Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief
Buy now: $59
Promaster Jasper Halfpack
In our review, we said:
“If youâre on a budget, then the Promaster Jasper Halfpack is a great camera bag. For many photographers, Iâd probably even consider it to be overkill. It can hold a lot of gear, but it wonât give you the full support of a chest and waist strap. This is a camera bag for an outdoor photographer â a photographer that will spend all day outside with no flash. But instead, youâll use a camera, lenses, filters, a tripod, etc. And at the top, youâll hold snacks, a jacket, and other essentials. As you stick with it through the mud and rain, it will continue to stand up to the elements.”
Chris Gampat – Editor In Chief
Buy now: $149.95
