Camera Shoulder Bags compared: Peak Design, Lowepro, Vanguard, Think Tank, Manfrotto & Wotancraft

[@MeatyController]

I'm not a photographer, I'm a musician. However, I LOVE this channel! I'm learning so much, but what I enjoy most is the chemistry between Chris and Jordan, these bros are hilarious! I appreciate that his is not a channel of clinical and stuffy reviews. You fellas are great!

[@djrbfmbfm-woa]

big fan of chris and jordan as well. muso as well. j.

[@MeatyController]

@@djrbfmbfm-woa thats wassup! Stay creative :D

[@samtee14]

I am much more interested in the entertainment aspect of DPReview videos than the actual information.. Chris and Jordan have the best chemistry!

[@petercofrancesco9812]

Chris with a machete and his kids sketcher. lol One of the things that bothers me about shoulder bags that you didn't test is their tendency to tip over when you set them down. My current one will dump the contents and get dirty. They should outlaw velcro. If you ever do an event work and need to silently get gear out of the bag...

[@niccollsvideo]

The bags I tested other than the Lowepro did have a case of the tipsies. The Peak is especially prone to this. Now the latch is solid so I wasn't worried.

[@buddyWalrus]

Think Tank has come up with the best velcro flap solution imo. I don’t use my Ret 5 much anymore, but man, the flap system worked so well. I left a little velcro exposed allowing the flap to stay closed, and then just the slightest rip sound when opening.

[@SL-jo4om]

@@buddyWalrus Best velcro solution is Tenba's "silent" version.

[@buddyWalrus]

@@SL-jo4om as an owner of a Tenba messenger with the silent velcro feature, I’d have to say the Think Tank is still much better due to the level of control the user has on the amount of velcro being used. My Tenba makes loads of noise unless I engage the silent feature perfectly, which does not happen when I’m on the move.

[@SL-jo4om]

@@buddyWalrus I have a Think Tank Retrospective, which I no longer use. Reducing the amount of velcro noise is nice but cumbersome and also results in a slightly less secure bag. I prefer having the velcro always secure AND always acceptably silent. I might use the Think Tank if absolute silence was required.

[@Sarcastek]

Another great real world review with added entertainment, a wonderful combination. Other bag reviewers should take note, it's important to see what fits and how well rather than a time wasting tour of an empty bag!

[@skakdosmer]

Chris, you’re right: most of us began with a LowePro. And some of us stick with it still! After twenty some years I’ve yet to wear one out, so now I own six LowePros. My only complaint against the brand is that they discontinue so many excellent bags, and often with no obvious replacement. P.S. a camera bag shouldn’t be sexy - it should be so unsexy that nobody would steal it.

[@rdsattube]

I have the Peak Design and a Vanguard (not the one tested). I want to like the Peak for its style, but I usually take the Vanguard. It just works better for me. The Peak seems pinched where I want space, hard to access when I want easy access. I have a small Wotancraft for use with small kit. Great bags. Good review, enjoy your show.

[@trym2121]

Doesn't peak design has those extension strap for tripod/sleeping bag? You can hold your machete or even light saber on that

[@hivetyrant7]

Yep, and the side pouches stretch way out. I've put much bigger water bottles in mine.

[@benmiller537]

They also have the Capture Clip with perfect spots to place it so that your camera is easily accessible outside the bag and frees up more space inside.

[@niccollsvideo]

But can you put a machete in the side pouch or on a quick clip?

[@benmiller537]

@@niccollsvideo if you can drill a hole for a threaded 1/4-20 hole into the handle or the guard, then yeah....a capture clip would work perfectly. Plus there's literally a travel tripod holder built into the underside of the top fold that would fit most camping/ travel size machetes with ease.

[@21CWz00keeper]

I've been loving the Tenba DNA slim. I like that it doesn't scream "camera bag," the velcro is quiet, and has solid hardware. Worth every penny.

[@smithcon]

I have both a Tenba DNA 13 and a DNA 15, after trying out virtually every shoulder bag in the stores. I started with the 13 but when I had to start taking a larger laptop, I switched to the 15. Now I carry the 13 when I don't carry my laptop for the lightest load. Either works well as an under-the-seat carry-on as well. Perfect bags for me! I love that I can slip an l-bracket between the outside of the back and the cushioned cube interior and keep everything safe and convenient.

[@Hrishi1970]

Vanguard messenger bags and backpacks are epic. Absolute versatility!

[@alantuttphotography]

Kind of surprised that Jordan isn't including a dedicated audio recorder in his kit. Looking at that Vanguard bag, or the slightly smaller model, the 36.

[@ubeeh]

I've tested the LowePro MG160, and for the life of it I couldn't fit my equipment in it, and the dividers were really hard to remove. After an hour, I decided to return it and went for the Tenba Messenger

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

I have a Timbuk2 large messenger style camera bag that I got on sale from B&H photo years ago for under $50 and still love it.

[@buddyWalrus]

I love the Wotancraft brand. I got their Trooper just before the Pilot series was released. It’s a bit heavier due to use of leather, but it is very functional and has a nicely balanced, understated luxurious aesthetic. Looks and works great both in the city and on the trail. The Pilot bag has a far superior bottle carry option though, almost tempted to get it just for that.

[@timothylinn]

I would argue there is no reason for regret. The Trooper series is just awesome. I don't think there is a better, more beautiful shoulder bag out there. I just moved from Fuji back to Canon and my biggest regret is that the Trooper S is no longer a particularly useful size. The M still works great though.

[@TazawaTanks]

The Vanguard comes with a matching fanny pack, dad jeans, and a pair of white New Balance shoes. It may be a great bag, but it looks like it was designed by the people that designed Dodge/Chrysler minivans from the 1990s. 😂😂

[@delukxy]

In the UK Vanguard are a seller of cheap/modestly priced hand luggage. I didn't know that they had branched out into "bags" but then I haven't looked at them lately. To me $100 is still a high price.

[@DerSystematiker]

Seriously, you guys get better and better with every Episode.

[@winstonllamas5163]

I never expected a bag review to contain the phrase "like an old burlap sack in the Great War", but when you think about it, that's what the Think Tank Retrospective looks like. In fairness, though, the Retrospective is a nice bag, though a little heavy (at least the Version 1 model that I have). I like Think Tank products, but it's nice to have a real world and real look view of these bags. Thanks Chris and Jordan! You are entertaining and informative. Great work as always.

[@jklphoto]

What Manfrotto bag does Chris LOVE (3:17)? The one with the "really gaudy interior" and Timbuk2 exterior?

[@Scrotumslap]

Should’ve added the Tenba DNA messenger! Amazing!!

[@smartestDEV]

Been using the tenba shoulder bag. The mini review is that everything is great but very heavy.

[@pavelperina7629]

Same for MFT camera and two lenses (Tenba 7), but to be honest it's quite expensive for very basic minimalistic bag. It does not have rain coat, mesh pocket under the lid is completely useless cause everything falls out of it, shoulder strap has no padding. But it looks quite good and it works. My old LowePro is quite heavy itself and some rubber parts are falling apart after 8 or 10 years of use.

[@justinmcq78]

This made me chuckle a bit as I had just purchased the 10L Wotancraft bag today after walking around Manhattan with my PD 6L sling and realizing it just did not have enough space. Well done video

[@kalenderquantentunnel9411]

During the last twenty I made several attempts to replace my old Domke F2 with something better. But incidentally I still grab the Domke for anything which will fit inside. I waxed, washed and rewaxed it several times, took it to the beach without the inserts but filled with towels, water, food and books just this very day and it does much more. It looks like crap but still fits like a glove, gets bigger or smaller as needed as there are no hard inserts dictating how it fits to your body. The hooks are not as easy to work with as anyone would love but 20 years of trouble-free usage is an asset not many types of locks will give you. Old but hardly surpassed!

[@MichaelBabich]

I used to love this kind of bags, but every time after buying realized that it just kills my shoulder fully packed. So, I switched to a backpack. Even 6L Peak Design Everyday Sling - not the biggest one - packed with heavy gear after a full day becomes a burden. Can't imagine wearing a 10L Sling fully packed the whole day. And definitely, 13L Peak Design Everyday Messenger bag when packed with gear is just too heavy for one shoulder. 6L Sling is the best option for a light day carry. I used to think that buying a bigger bag doesn't mean I would pack it in full and the size would just give me additional freedom-in vain. Every single time a bigger bag was fully packed or even overpacked and was killing my shoulder. So, now I limit the weight with a bag size. Now I mostly use Peak Design 6L Sling for a light day carry or 30L Backpack for more demanding tasks. Anything in between is an awkward size: shoulder bags are too big, 20L backpack is too small.

[@Chris-NZ]

These are good points , I have a couple of older Thinktank retrospectives , they have huge shoulder pads.. The later ones look a little more versatile but I’ve used the 30 for events and never had any trouble getting gear in and out but they are hard on the shoulders if you have too much gear over a few hours. On the other hand for street when I get by with just one lens and camera they are great for their very “not a camera bag” look. I went back to a small backpack for anything in the real outdoors (a Lowepro Flipside 400AWii) although honestly I don’t use the Flipside feature unless its wet underfoot. It has a slot for a tablet or thin laptop but I never take these in the field anyway. Certainly a lot better balanced on the shoulders and being retired lacking the strength I had in my younger days. Less is definite more, for me now !! I do have a sling bag as well but being a dyslexic I have trouble getting it on because I could never remember which way around to put it over my head and feel a dick in public wrestling a tiny bag :)

[@orbmiser8333]

I went thru the slingbag options 6 months ago. And considered many of the bags shown. But one of my criteria was fitting a D500 with 70-200 f2.8 & zoom like my Tamron 100-400 G2 with lens hoods attached laid horizontally no fuss ready to grab and shoot. As can grab complete setup ready to grab and go in 2 seconds. Many of these newer bags failed for that need. Ended up with a Think Tank Sling-O-Matic 20L that was $140 and discontinued. But found slightly used for $70. Can change sling configuration quickly to left or right shoulder. Sliding off shoulder to waist open compartment nice steady platform for changing lens. Or pulling out the D500 beast with f2.8 zoom lens ready to shoot. Which fits nicely horizontally. The problem for me with backpacks is the delay from getting to gear and lengthy process of swapping out lens,etc... Messenger bags was what I used for years but found their limitations also annoying. Found most sling bags to small for my needs. But the Sling-O-matic perfect blend of size and function for fiddle free fast shooting when needed.

[@KyleClements]

The biggest thing I look for in a camera bag is something that doesn't look like a camera bag. The second thing I look for is a bag with an 18% grey inner liner.

[@timothylinn]

The 18% gray liner is an interesting thing to look for. Do you actually find yourself using it in the field when you shoot? If so, do you still shoot film? I used to look for lens cloths in 18% gray.

[@jameshouston8686]

Great video fellas! I doubt that I would have discovered the Wotancraft bag/brand without your coverage. I just ordered the 10L.

[@concession10]

The Domke F2 is the most comfortable shoulder bag I've ever used. I've tried others over the years but still have and use my F2.

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

Yup, for actually working out of a bag, domke is pretty unbeatable.

[@BruceSKing]

Biggest omission from this is the Tenba DNA messenger series. Great bags!

[@burgunbeerd]

These shootouts are definitely my favourite

[@BartRos1980]

Also why no Billingham?

[@SaniyaKhan-ru5dr]

I second Billingham, they look spectacular, are expensive given they're hand made in Europe, but they're built to last with easy replacement parts.

[@BartRos1980]

@@SaniyaKhan-ru5dr i have owned a few. And currently my lighter camera loadout goes in the Hadley Pro. And my bigger loadout in the Wandrd Prvk 31. Both are lasting me years now without any complaints.

[@erinrosehallett]

No Billingham’s? Must be a video on second best camera bags…

[@timothylinn]

Yeah, I would have liked to see a Billingham bag. I used to lust after one in their Sage canvas with Chocolate trim. At the time I was looking, they were chronically out of stock. Then I discovered the Wotancraft Trooper and I've never looked longingly at another shoulder bag since. I am, however, always looking at new backpacks.

[@danbuchman7497]

#suggestion Bellingham S3. It’s a very iconic over the shoulder bag I use with my film cameras (Contax iiia, Rollieflex T, and Pentax Spotmatic). Love the look, comfortable and carries quite well all I need for a day out shooting). PS: I KNOW this is DP Review (as in digital), but sometimes you need to give out a little analog love!). Good review today!

[@guenin]

Can you guys do a review on the best pants to wear for photography and video?

[@niccollsvideo]

Tan. That's it.

[@genokearney]

How about the best socks?

[@MrPhilbautista]

I get how not having a dedicated pocket for a machete can be a deal breaker on the Peak Design bag but why not just strap it down with the tripod straps? Of course, now you'll just have to carry that damn tripod but, then again, isn't that Jordan's thing?

[@ronandelaney9716]

Security might have been covered a little. LowePro's brand is very well known as specifically camera-geared (see what I did there) and the bag screams "steal me" unfortunately. Sneaky hands is usually more a backpack issue than shoulder bag but the loud velcro on my Retrospective 30 is a feature in that respect, and it's great that it then can be silenced for shooting at a wedding or other quiet situation. All that aside, filling any of these bags fully and carrying the weight all day on one shoulder can be a serious pain short term and cause an injury long term so people should keep that in mind, especially with larger bags. My Retrospective is mostly a "car bag" for the cameras. The camera then stays on the shoulder, with the additional gear and options I need in a backpack for a shootday.

[@NeXMaX]

That last bit is important. I had a messenger bag and whilst it wasn’t so bad when it was loaded with smaller gear, when it is loaded with a larger, “pro”-oriented kit and a laptop, it gets very heavy, and putting that on one shoulder, even on a sling, gets very painful after a while. I like the smaller ones because they work great for smaller, simpler kits that usually incorporate a body with an attached lens and a second lens, but the bigger ones are what I haven’t been big on due to that reason I mentioned on that first bit.

[@djm243]

Bet you didn’t know that under the front slide through on the Wotancraft, there is a hidden zipper mesh pocket for valuables, passport etc I got this bag and it’s the best bag I’ve ever used……

[@andriybodnar]

Don't even need a bag, but when I see new dptvreview video just clicking it

[@TL-vt8uk]

My Wotancraft just arrived yesterday!

[@foxbatt]

Agree with Jordan that the Urban Disguise is the best shoulder bag. My first Thinktank was a UD70, that made me switch from Lowepro and later add an Airport Takeoff, Navigator, Logistics Manager 30, Shapeshifter 17 and Turnstyle 20.

[@JordanCS13]

I use the Think Tank Retrospective 30 because I like to carry a lot of gear, and I love that I can fit my R5, 14-24, 24-105, 70-200, and two other lenses such as a 35/1.4 and 85/2 macro, plus tons of room in the front pouches for adapters, filters, extension tubes, cards, etc. I also like that I can fit all that gear and have any of the lenses mounted to the camera and it all still fits. Plus it's comfortable and durable.

[@uchinanchuu58]

I have a discontinued LowePro Pro Messenger 180 AW which has a fatal flaw: when wearing it, the straps pull the top edges of the bag inward, causing the entry to the main pouch to sort of collapse in on itself, so I always have to use two hands to remove and insert lenses. Does the Retrospective 30 hold its shape well so that you can simply put a lens inside without having to spread it open with the other hand?

[@saltyfish5244]

Good video, but only 1080p? I have to pixel peep the texture on these bags

[@1BigBucks1]

Love Chris' Snowtrooper gloves. Ona bags forever for me.

[@peteryates308]

My Peak Design everyday messenger has a bottle pocket on both sides. Maybe it's the previous generation or a bigger size 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

I was never blown away by my Wotancraft. It just felt like a brand making a solid bag that wanted you to feel like it was some Gucci quality good. Well made, but just miserable to work out of. I’ve yet to find a bag that is better for active work than my Domke, it just does the job and never feels too heavy, even with a full set of medium format gear. I love my Peak Design when I’m mostly traveling and need more protection than convenience, but most days it’s a Domke for me. Sold my Wotan, Billingham, Ona, etc.

[@timothylinn]

Interesting. I love my Wotancraft bags (a Trooper M and a Trooper S). Best shoulder bags I've ever owned, functionally and aesthetically. Which Wotancraft bag did you own?

[@HH60gPaveHawk]

@@timothylinn it was a trooper M. The opening action was stiff even after being broken in, the features people liked (like the gusseted cover) were something I didn’t particularly find useful, and the bag was so stiff that it didn’t conform to the body well. The craftsmanship was also far lower than I’d find acceptable for the price, lots of untrimmed threads, the leather quality was mediocre, and similar issues. It was a pretty bag, but it wasn’t a bag I’d want to work out of, and the hubris of the brand just made it all the easier to pass on it.

[@dadasese69]

Chris, you are the best, as always! Without you this channel is dead.

[@johnmolinar]

OMG i cackled when you mentioned the Camera Store business cards, I am always in the market for a new bag.

[@DeputatKaktus]

I am on the fence also for a new shoulder bag and really cannot make up my mind rn. For bigger jobs I love (LOVE) my old-but-still-in-excellent-condition Tamrac Pro12. The lovely thing is: it fits everything bar the kitchen sink. The downside is: it fits everything bar the kitchen sink, which may or may not have resulted in me WAY overpacking for what I was doing. So something a little smaller is called for. This video gave me a few more ideas, so thanks a bunch! :-)

[@HwL01]

I’ve the peakdesign, amazing in terms of weather resistant, space for storage (30L) but the part that connects the shoulder strap to bag does wears out and will break, same for the zipper. Bag body itself has no issue whatsoever.

[@JoshuaCorin]

Lifetime warranty, they'll replace it.

[@powerlogic518]

I agree with the other comment, why there is no Billingham?

[@crissignori7482]

You guys do the best job. ALWAYS ... Love this channel

[@jamesTea53]

I have the Vanguard bag and love it. I keep my camera gear in the top compartment and drone in the bottom. Great for event coverage and run-n-gun shooting. It’s my favorite field bag.

[@seantomlinson3320]

Time to go shopping for that Vanguard. I'm impressed.

[@poziax]

Thanks for the thorough review! I'm curious about the computers though. Chris, what do you use the tablet for in the field? Jordan, same question about the laptop? Also, for anyone having trouble with the strap slipping, rub some silicone sealant onto the area it usually falls on your shoulder. Let it cure of course and it will be nice and grippy.

[@niccollsvideo]

I normally use a 15 inch laptop. The Gigabyte Aero that you saw Jordan borrowing. Which means when I travel it's backpack time for sure.

[@vanguardworldcom]

Thanks for your engaging overview and for (sort of) picking us!

[@bearbearingston7696]

Excellent, excellent, one of the few reviews that consider the need for a security measure against "urban heavy foliage" that might want to creep on yer gear; Great Chris Although that machete is rather small and curved downwards, seems more like an asian Gurkha Knife made to cut through pesky foliage from underhand positions

[@libork8106]

I have Vanguard backpack and really like it very much, so I am not surprised why people like the shoulder bag too. Nice review.

[@V.Madjid]

3:35 your socks different between left & right. Is it manufactured on purpose? 😅

[@Rohambili]

Where is the bigger shoulder bags? I dont see it... For example Cullmann Amsterdam Maxima 520 ... which can store lot of things... 2 big DSLR's with Grip and lot of glasses...

[@baan3197]

I too think the urban disguise is one of the best shoulder bag. Still loving my original 40 and 60.

[@mymisty7]

I got an urban disguise too, but I love my retrospective 30 much better. Bought both long before these reviews

[@garethdwatkins]

I must admit I'm pretty old school with bags... I've been using a Billingham Hadley Pro for the last 6 months or so.. I did use a Wotancraft Trooper for a year or so before that...but I've just ordered a Domke 803 messenger style bag.. as I like the way the canvas patinas.. All these bags are great for a couple of Fuji camera and my daily junk..

[@HwL01]

The front pockets feels like if I run or move quickly will spill the contents out? Like if smaller items such as battery etc were inside. Does it? Btw is there any way to carry this bag with a tripod along? I’ve been quite interested with their looks but always hesitated with the design usefulness.

[@garethdwatkins]

@@HwL01 Hi there, I take it you mean the Billingham?? No nothing falls out of the pockets as long as you keep them snapped shut. It is a nice bag, small and perfect for a Fuji or Leica set up.. Quality is lovely and they look cool..but they are pretty pricey. Not really a bag I would choose if I needed a tripod.. here I'd go for a back pack.. The last well, my first Billingham is over 30 years old.. I like to swap around my bags from time to time.. hence the reason I just ordered the Domke...

[@avs4365]

Hadley Pro user too. Agree, nothing falls out if you strap it. Ideal for Fuji.

[@michaelreed649]

Thinktank and Wotancraft for me! GREAT VIDEO!!!

[@gsrox2007]

Such a shame Think Tank discontinued the Urban Disguise collection. The top flap opening away from the user is so critical for quick access to the gear. The Retrospective looks a handful with the top flap needing some chin action.

[@tomaszstramel3594]

As to Manfotto, I had similar experience with one of their Bumblebee models: bulky yet not very space-efficient. Good weather-proofing, though.

[@danieldowdell1738]

You could have used the external carry straps on the peak design bag to strap your machete on, hey?! Thanks for the great video, informative and entertaining as always!

[@flo_4079]

I got the wotancraft 7L just because of this review and.. IT IS FANTASTIC! Thanks 👍🏻😊

[@epocketlsaml]

I have 3 Lowepro, 2 ThinkTank, 3 Vanguard. Bought Vanguard recently, instantly like them and will add some more in my collection. Well priced, smart design, decent protection, surprisingly durable for a guy like me who always overloads my bag. Vanguards wins.

[@briansavage932]

Chris had a glimmer in his eye while reviewing that Wotancraft. He was already daydreaming of his first fly fishing trip with it. Love was in the air.

[@fodsonmedia]

Your volume levels are significantly lower than other channels lately, almost to the point that I'm afraid to crank up my receiver loud enough to hear what you're saying in case I forget and scare the neighbours out of the apartment complex when I put on another video. Any particular reason for this? Great video though! :)

[@pascalhibon7928]

I would still prefer the older generation Temba DNA Messenger bags. Also has a top opening system and they have magnetic buckles that work great. I've had this bag for many years and use it daily. Still going strong!

[@timothylinn]

Three thoughts: 1. Think Tank's Urban Disguise series was great. I also hate that they discontinued it. 2. Think Tank's Retrospective series seems to have replaced it. Most people seem to love the Retrospective bags. I think they're hideous. 3. Wotancraft's shoulder bags are just awesome. I own two different sizes in the Trooper series. I've never owned a bag I've liked better.

[@gettingby]

My most prized possession? my 44 year old Domke bag. Bought it new waaaayyy back. The cameras and gear change, but not the bag.

[@Kaysontks]

do a review on the loulex organizer bag!

[@DUCzillaMonster]

Awesome dividers on the peak design, how do i get then a vew centimeters lower, the body of my fuji xt4 doesnt fit in 4cm space (everyday sling 6L)

[@DustinBKerensky97]

I've completely abandoned using shoulder bags. It doesn't matter how well designed they are they always have all that metal and glass weight on one shoulder and it just wrecks my back day after day after day.

[@phongle1564]

My friend vouched for his original Think Tank Retrospective which made me get a Think Tank Retrospective 7 V2, but after 2 years of daily driving my bag I wore through the outer canvas layer entirely on the spots where it rubbed against my hip and butt, there is still a nylon layer beneath that I don't think will be damaged by friction so techniquely it still functions fine but that's quite disappointing given the price tag imho. Also too bad you guys couldn't get Billingham and Domke into this video, they make great classic bags that definitely age much better than my recent Think Tank.

[@zwete]

Do you not have Billingham in Canada?

[@MrPatifon]

I haven’t seen those at all outside of UK

[@zwete]

@@MrPatifon Available in Sweden at least, prices have gone up post brexit though.

[@maxheadroom7687]

Great reviews guys, covered everything I needed to know….now can Costas get an Urban disguise for me please?🤣👍🇦🇺😎

[@PrinceMeowmers]

Ive been using my Thinktank Retrospective 7 (og model) just about every day for nearly 10 years. Best bag ever.

[@hankroest6836]

1:20 Uh, CN. There is no "X" in "et cetera" just like there isn't one in "espresso".

[@niccollsvideo]

I'm gonna have to a"x" you to refrain from correcting the grammar stuff that we sometimes partake in for our show to teach people stuff.

[@hankroest6836]

@@niccollsvideo Will do. It was a refle"x"

[@niccollsvideo]

@@hankroest6836 Thanks for being a good sport Hank! 😄

[@gerhardholst6098]

Hi Chris, nice comparison. Just out of curiosity, (and I had a look to the backpacker video as well), I have not seen any Tenba bag or backpacker in your comparison, why is that. Didn't they provide a new model, or didn't they have one? Because for many years I use different manufacturers like Lowe and others, but I certainly like my Tenba shoulder bag and the my axis backpacker. Cheers, Gerhard

[@jamesbrown59]

I'm surprised you did not review any of the messenger camera bags. They really are good bags and by far my favorite.

[@billtheleg]

thank you for another great review

[@brandonelliotphotography]

Have you guys tried the new Tenba Messenger 16/16 Pro bags?

[@SusanSlattery]

Most camera bag reviews no longer have the power to part me from my money. I have used the Domke F4 AF Pro bag for YEARS. I love the form factor, the huge pockets (I'm a girl) the slip pocket on the back for my phone and papers, and the front pocket for everything else. Canvas that hugs my side and isn't too huge. TONS of padding and my favorite places in this bag are the slots between the padded compartments to keep my Swiss Army Knife, batteries ND filter for reflections, and mirror compact. This bag holds an incredible amount of gear and personal items with no bulging.

[@GeoffreyEduard]

isn't the 7 liter the smallest of Wotan Pilot bags?

[@_o__o_]

0:57 he is standing in the bag-yard

[@benmiller537]

Love my Peak Design, and that I grabbed the sale price of $180 Typically load it out with my Z6 + Tamron 35mm 1.4 and an 85mm 1.8, either my Rolleicord TLR or Voightlander Bessa II, some extra film and batteries as well miscellaneous things like lens wipes and hand sanitizer. Thanks to the Peak Design Capture Clip, if I REALLY want to weigh myself down, I sometimes toss my F100 in the bag and my Z6 with a lens on the clip. Alternatively I even take my 4x5 large format setup out with it. 4-5 loaded film holders, light meter, mini notebook, 210mm tele lens or 90mm, dark cloth, hand sanitizer and more miscellaneous. My camera goes on the tripod with the 150mm lens and I half extend the tripod for easy carrying on my shoulder/ fast setup for my shot.

[@kalcha4099]

These two are like Laurel and Hardy! Great reviews, and funny with it. Brilliant!

[@scottweaverphotovideo]

Why didn't you include Domke?

[@edc5338]

Great video. I had more bags than I could fit in my closet! Always looking for the perfect one! I had to donate some to a HS camera club. I finally settled with a Think Tank Retro bag--for now!😀

[@davidallison8048]

You guys should look at Billingham bags, a bit expensive, but beautifully made. I think there are a few distributers in Canada.

[@waterglass55]

Than for an excellent review. I own Sling10L and Backpack30L of Peak design for Nikon systems, and well manageable. Only my struggle occasionally is Sling10L, which doesn't fit for all my gears, I.e. need to choose wide oriented, or tele photo.

[@Hollywood.Photography]

Thank you for this great video I wish you add model Number for each bag in the description .

[@2020-k8v]

For me it's the Wotancraft 10L - Simply the best bag

[@avallejo]

What’s the size of that laptop? Trying to find if a 14”Macbook pro will fit into the Thinktank…

[@pratchsiri9341]

Great vdo thankyou wondering .. Do you have one comparing the wotancraft pilot 7 L vs 10L in both colours? along the trooper M and L?

[@thesharpercoder]

Which backpacks and/or shoulder bags are best for carrying a 24-30 inch tripod, not a compact travel tripod? I usually wind up carrying one separately. I prefer shoulder bags, and typically carry a 1Dx with the holy trinity.

[@gerryverscheure598]

Are Wotancraft available in Canada? From what I can see I’d have to order direct from their website.

[@timothylinn]

You have to order direct. Same for the US. They come pretty fast though. Two to three weeks, IIRC. Great bags.

[@gerryverscheure598]

@@timothylinn thanks so much Timothy, much appreciated.

[@vincevinnyp9224]

I like the look of that Wotancraft (Is that the 7l or 10 as you said it's the smallest and 10l?) a lot, as shoulder bags, for me, are just for small urban kit, they need to be able to hold a small water bottle and occasionally a jacket outside. It helps that it looks good and not too camera bag. My current choice is the Compagnon Element 11 and there are a lot of similarities. The roll top on that is versatile.

[@henrybrylowski1332]

Loved this review. I'm a backpack guy and it works best for 99.9% of the type of Photography I like to do. That being said, I have been looking for a shoulder bag for those rare occasions that it makes more sense for a shoulder bag. I'm even more surprised that I 100% agreed with your picks (among the 6 six bags that is, excluding the discontinued one 🤣🤷‍♂️). I also get why he happily accepted that bag, you like what like and it's depressing and soul crushing that you can no longer replace it after you wear it out. It has happened to me many times over the years, always wished I was able to buy a stock pile of it so I and my great-great-grandkids would be able to have a supply of it😁🤘🤷‍♂️😉! Another great review guys!👏👏👏