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Review on πŸ“· Vintage Camera Bag: Kattee Leather Canvas DSLR SLR Shoulder Messenger Bag by Vijin Wisniewski

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Almost perfect bag for camera and laptop with some flaws

I love this messenger style bag. It's stylish and doesn't look like a camera bag. As someone who carries around a laptop and rangefinder cameras, it's perfect for my needs. Here's what I usually carry: A 13-inch MacBook ProiPad Mini (it works with a regular iPad too) A book or Kindle Either Leica film or a Fuji X100T mirrorless Various cables tucked away in a zippered case Bluetooth mouse 5-port headphones USB charger 13000 mAh Anker battery A couple of pens and pencils It's getting a bit heavy at this point, but there really is room for more if you're a punishing glutton. Good: spacious! Can be used as a camera bag and/or laptop bag. I shoot with Leica film or a Fuji X100T mirrorless camera. If you use a compact camera like me, you can mount it and a 13-inch MacBook Pro with enough space. The bag is strong and durable, but flexible and roomy at the same time. All pockets are very conveniently arranged and spacious. own little lined pocket to put my camera in. You can easily use the standard insert for a small to medium DSLR and a couple of lenses - it just doesn't suit my needs. Not Very Good: I don't understand some of the design choices for pockets and latches... 1. The main flap closes with magnetic snaps. It would be better if he used buttons to deter pickpockets. The magnet seat is a bit finicky and too heavy to close properly. For the most part, the damper stays locked in very well.2. The two smaller outer front pockets close with buttons and I think that would be the best place for the magnetic closures.3. Both side pockets fasten with belt loops which is inconvenient and I thought it would be best to use them as quick access pockets for things like phone or pens. I wish there were a few extra open pockets in the main pocket that could be used for pens, pencils and small notepads. There is actually a zipped pocket and the rest of the inner pocket is open. I wish there was a strap at the top to carry the bag in my hand. The Bad: The bag constantly leaves marks on my laptop. probably from the dye. Sounds like you're going to want to buy a bag if you use this bag to carry your laptop. The zippers are open and quite sharp, so be careful with lenses and fancy laptops. The inner lining appears to be worn. thin after a few weeks of use. That's worrying, but maybe to be expected depending on how much I paid and who the manufacturer is. I seem to have a lot to complain about here and there are certainly ways this bag could be better, but overall I'm very happy with this bag. . It's perfect for my needs and I've found workarounds for a few shortcomings.

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  • Good item
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