Camera Bags – Top 4 Picks for Photographers
Meredith Gradle • June 12, 2016

Photographers love accessories for their gear more than the gear itself (well, that’s not entirely true – but you get the point). And because we love our gear, we have to find the perfect camera bags to not just protect them, but look good, too.



We’ve picked our top 4 camera bags for photographers, based on functionality, quality and style!

1. ShutterBag USA:  We are big fans of Kim & ShutterBags. A small business, like Iris Works, Kim has focused on quality, style and functionality with her bags for female photographers. Our favorite is the Cabriolet, for $299.95. We love the option of a cross-body strap, and all of the pockets in this bag. Although these bags are a little pricey, the quality cannot be beat. *Use code freeship at checkout to get free shipping!



ShutterBag, Camera Bags for Female Photographers


2. Kelly Moore Bags: I personally own a Kelly Moore bag and adore it! I’ve had it for years and it has held up for hundreds of portrait sessions and weddings. Kelly’s bags offer styles for both male and female photographers, and she offers leather and canvas options. We love the Monroe bag for it’s simple yet stylish look, and the fact that it can hold a 13″ MacBook.


Kelly Moore, Monroe Camera Bag


3. House of Flynn: These bags and accessories are really popular amongst photographers. The various colors and styles are big selling points for the stylish photographer. We love the Carribean Blue Evermore bag – not just because of the awesome color, but because it can hold so much gear. With a price tag of $245, it’s a great price for what you get.


House of Flynn, Evermore


4. Ona Messenger Bags: ONA bags offer a wide variety of more masculine bags, in a messenger bag style. We love The Bowery bag, with is detachable cross-body strap, so you can use the bag as a protective insert inside a larger bag. With a lower price tag of only $149, this bag is a steal.


ONA Camera Bags, The Bowery

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