Designer camera bags are actually quite difficult to find. It would appear that the high end fashion brands are yet to fully embrace this niche. This seems odd to me considering the rise in influencer culture, many people want to be able to carry their video equipment in style. One disadvantage of having an obvious camera bag however is that you become an obvious target for theft. If you’re in a crowded tourist hotspot flaunting your big camera bag, it’s easy to pick you out of the crowd as having thousands of pounds worth of equipment on you. Now, don’t get it twisted, I’m well aware that a camera bag is a style of bag, but there’s no reason why you shouldn’t look good whilst carting your actual camera gear around with you when you’re on holiday.
This post is aimed at finding designer camera bags that would work as a solution. These bags are not purpose made for holding cameras, but they can be customised to do just that. Whilst the cameras will fit within the designer camera bag, you might want to consider buying some sheet foam as well so you can completely customise the inside of the bag to fit your exact camera setup.
If you are in the market for a custom made designer camera bag send me a message and I’ll provide a quote to make one to your exact specification.
Popular camera dimensions for reference
Sony A9: 12.7 x 9.5 x 6.3cm
Sony A7: 12.7 x 9.4 x 4.8 cm
Canon EOS R: 13.6 x 9.8 x 8.4cm
Canon EOS R5: 13.8 x 9.8 x 8.8 cm
Designer camera bags for a Mirrorless SLR
Dimensions: H22.86cm x W12.7cm x D19cm
Beautifully hand painted and entirely unique. Why band about with an overly masculine bag full of belts, braces, clips and zips when you can fit your travel camera in this beautiful piece? A lightweight bag that is perfect for jet setting an keeping it simple. Enough room for a DSLR and a small lens, but lets be honest, what else do you really need when travelling? A versatile wide angle lens and a mirrorless camera, a spare battery and a big memory card and you’re off. Enough space for your wallet and keys too makes this a stylish travel companion.
Radley Pear Street Medium Zip-Top Backpack
Dimensions: H30 x W25 x D10cm
A beautifully sleek bag rom the Radley Pear St collection. A beautifully crafted leather backpack, this bag has a zip and a flap over the top to keep your valuables sae whilst on the move. The zip at the top makes it really easy to access your camera. A secure zip section inside the bag is a gerat place to hold your wallet and keys. This is a brilliant all round bag that you’ll want to use everyday, regardless of being on a photography trip.
Radley London Maple Cross Signature Quilt Medium
Dimensions: W27 x H32 x D10 cm
A second addition to this list from Radley. Another super stylish backpack that can be used for everyday purposes as well as fit in a small modern camera. Perfect for that long weekend trip to Paris or New York.
Dimensions: W21 x H27 x D10 cm
An excellent travel companion, the Kipling is lightweight and breathable, making it a much more suitable solution to anyone venturing out of the city but still wanting to keep it cool. Much more suited to the market in Marrakech than the Champs Elysees, this bag has two zip up front compartments for any small accessories and a secret compartment that would be in contact with you back for valuables such as cards and cash. Which you’ll want to utilise…because I’ve been robbed in Marrakech…
Dimensions: D14 x W27 x H40 cm
The most rugged, hard wearing and spacious bag on this list all whilst carrying the famous Tommy Hilfiger logo. Well suited for hiking in the woods, this bag has larger side compartments for a water bottle or umbrella as well as plenty of internal room for a DSLR, lens and a waterproof too.
Designer bags for compact cameras
Michael Kors Jet Set Travel Signature PVC Medium Logo Chain Crossbody Flight Bag
Tommy Hilfiger Women’s TH Element Crossovers, Black
Camera bag alternative
If you’ve already got a bag that you’re perfectly happy with, then why not just buy an accessory that allows you to convert said loved bag into a camera bag. This nifty little gismo simply attaches your camera to the shoulder strap. Great for security as it’s always in your sight, great for ease and speed…terrible for actual travelling mind, you’ll obvs need to put the camera actually inside your bag. But hey, it’s something to consider.
Peak Design Capture V3 Camera Mount Silver – Convert any backpack to hold your camera
