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Review on πŸ“· Black Camera Sling Bag by Amazon Basics - 8 x 6 x 15 Inches by Miriam Moore

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Compact bag for easy travel. User maintenance is essential.

For the price you get a large camera bag from Revain Basics. While a camera bag has some downsides, it's perfect for carrying a DSLR or mirrorless camera, three lenses if you have them, and other accessories. You won't be able to fit a long lens in it, but of course compact zooms and small to medium sized lenses will fit in the two padded compartments on either side of the larger body. I love that I can switch from a shoulder bag to a fanny pack with a clip, but this is also where this bag can become dangerous for your camera gear. If you open it by throwing it over your shoulder, your camera may fall out. The only safe access is when placed in front of your body. Because padded lens compartments require the same flap to be fully open, you risk falling out of one compartment while reaching for another. You must know this bag well before going into the field or traveling with it. I love the zippered front pocket that allows me to stash extra batteries and memory cards for easy access. The padded top compartment can hold another lens (though it's loose and less secure) or other items like a lens hood, flash or lens cleaner. The top compartment also has an internal zip pocket for memory cards. This is definitely not a pro bag unless that pro needs a lot of gear during the day. But for serious hobbyists like me, it's a great way to carry gear while keeping it safe. You just have to be very careful when accessing the hardware. Know your pocket before you go. Debbie Lee Wesselman

Pros
  • Internal dimensions 6.50 x 4.25 x 10.30 inches (L x W x H); External dimensions 7.87x6.25x15.5 inches (LxWxH)
Cons
  • Unnecessary features