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| This is the small size of the Timbuk2 Informant Camera bag. It is wide enough to accommodate four spaces for lens dividers, but because it is only 8" tall it feels smaller that it is, and is a perfect size for mirrorless APS-C lenses. |
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| Interior view of the Timbuk2 Informat bag. The four compartments are a real plus for accommodating extra lenses, or the camera on its side with a long lens attached. Plus, there is plenty of space for incidentals -- all in a very compact and extremely comfortable package. I would have preferred something other that the jarring blue interior color. |
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| This is the bag I actually set out to find. It is extremely light weight -- and I mean "extremely". Yet it accommodates a lot of gear. I could easily house a DSLR system (another plus), but is great for a mirrorless system because you can stack the smaller lenses. It accomplishes this because it is spacious inside but still lighter than any other bag I tried. On top of all that, it only costs $29.35. It you are looking for a bag to grab spur of the moment , toss in some gear (any gear), and go out without feeling the least bit encumbered, this is it -- the Jill-E Messenger Style Carry-All camera bag, where "Carry-All" says it all. Another nice feature of the Jill-E bag is that the flap top unzips and can be removed. This makes if very convenient to put into the bottom of a backpack thereby converting the backpack to a camera pack. |
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| You can fill the Jill-E bag with any kind of system. In the photo above I have lenses stacked one on top of the other. I have the Fuji long 55-200mm zoom in there with its shade extended, lots of incidentals, yet still an extremely light package -- and it cost $29.35. Put two lenses in it and it won't feel under-packed. Put six lenses in it and it won't be over-stuffed. It molds itself to suit the contents. The bag does not have that over-stuffed secure feeling that your gear is protected from the elements. But that is what gives it a feeling that is light and airy. I wouldn't keep my gear in it if I were hikng in the Rockies, but for walking around a city it's perfect. |
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| The Jill-E bag looks larger than it feels when you are wearing it. In fact it could accommodate a a full frame DSLR, but its not out of place with a smaller APS-C system, and the side benefit is that it will hold a lot of APS-C gear in its weather resistant enclosure. The large front flap is protective without needing a clasp, something very handy for one-handed operation. And let me repeat: This bag is selling for $29.35. At that price you could buy it to keep around for random trekking and still buy another tougher bag for more tailored trips, which is exactly what I did. |
The bags below are listed randomly, not in order of my favorites -- not sure I even have a favorite.I like them all. Each bag serves a slightly different purpose.
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| The Billingham bags look great, and will look even better after a few years of wear. This model is listed as a shoulder bag, but I would not use it that way. I guarantee you that it will slide off your shoulder very easily. I like this particular model because it works well wearing it messenger style. It is stylish so you can wear it without being embarrassed at any fine social gathering. It has a universal traveler mystique to it so you're bound to look as if your are related to Hemingway while wearing it, particularly it you've worn it in a bit. Most importantly, it accommodates a good amount of mirrorless gear in protected surroundings and still has plenty of pockets left over for incidentals and accessories. It's the type of bag you could dedicate permanently to your X-system. In addition to kakhi with tan trim, the bag also comes in sage and two versions of black: black with tan trim, and black with black trim. Exterior Dimensions: 11 x 4 5/8 x 8 1/8"(27.9 x 11.8 x 20.6cm)(LxWxH) |
Lowepro StreamLine 150 Shoulder Bag in slate gray $35.21
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| This is a small, no-nonsense solution to a camera with a few lenses. It has a rugged look, and is in fact rugged, with roomy pouches for spare gear. It opens conveniently from the top and is comfortable to wear messenger-style. I've always been a fan of Lowepro bags and own more of them than any sensible person should. Exterior Dimensions: 9.1 x 2.2 x 7.5" ( 23.0 x 5.5 x 19.0 cm) (LxWxH) |
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| As the price indicates, this is a "designer-type" bag. If it weren't also a good bag for the purposes of my search, I wouldn't include it. Niceties include the handle as an alternate way of picking it up, four spacious interior compartments. and an exceptionally pleasing finish of water resistant waxed canvas. It is also deep enough to fit a long zoom with the shade on. Exterior Dimensions: 13.5 x 5.0 x 10.5" (34.3 x 12.7 x 26.7 cm) (LxWxH) |
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Think Tank makes stylish but extremely practical gear. This bag is a perfect example. It has a lot of malleable space, yet is still thin and body-hugging. The front flap is protective while allowing convenient access to the interior. The compartments are smartly laid out to accept a lot of diverse gear. The velcro-type closure has a special Sound Silencer system to keep it quiet when opening the bag. This bag also comes in black. Exterior Dimensions: 10.0 x 6.0 x 8.5" (25.4 x 15.2 x 21.6 cm) (LxWxH) |
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| I found this bag to be both extremely practical and comfortable for a smaller APS-C camera system like the Fuji X series. It is very wide and divided into four compartments, yet it is only 8" tall, which is a perfect size for typical APS-C lens heights, and keeps the bag from being bulky, although it space to accommodate a MacBook Air or iPad. The layout is practical, and it has a pouch in the back that stores a rain-proof covering. It is also one of the most comfortable of all the bags to wear for an extended period of time. This bag also comes in black/gunmetal. Exterior Dimensions: 15" x 3.5" x 8" (38 x 9 x 20cm) (LxWxH) |
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| At 1.15lb (521g) this is the lightest bag I tested. It is made from weather-resistant polyester nylon with padded interior walls. It is spacious enough to handle a DSLR with a lens or two, but works even better with a Fuji X camera system where the added height allows lenses to be stacked and the long zoom to fit with its lens shade extended, a very handy while shooting. The front pocket is zippered and has dividers for smaller accessories. There is also a large flap pocket in the rear. I like having this bag around as a spur-of-the-moment option when I just want to toss in a few camera items to go out and test. It can hold a little or hold a lot and is comfortable to wear either way. Exterior Dimensions: 13.5 x 5.0 x 9.0" (34.29 x 12.7 x 22.86cm) (LxWxH) |
There are numerous other fine bags out there. I selected each of these for specific characteristics that make them especially convenient to use, and adaptable to Fuji X series cameras. Each time I go out with a Fuji camera it is with a different purpose in mind, and my equipment needs vary accordingly. I need a bag that can adapt to the changing circumstances. This selection was done with that criteria in mind.
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