Joined in 2023 
82 
63 About this deal
Build quality is top-notch, with the heavy-duty tarp outer and water-proof zippers ensuring that this is one carry option you’ll be able to carry in any weather – if you have the roll-top done up tightly, I’m pretty confident that your gear would remain dry even if you submerged the bag… but don’t quote me on that!
Whilst many other products focus on innovative features and quirky aesthetics, the Think Tank Retrospective 30 is a classic, no-nonsense design that just works. It’s a professional camera bag with everything needed to get the job done, and nothing superfluous.
Defy the moment
Built from weatherproof 500D Kordra, the 10L version of the Everyday Sling can easily carry something like a gripped Fujifilm X-T4, plus 2-3 lenses, a 12” Macbook Retina or tablet, memory cards, cables, keys and even a tripod suspended from the bottom. This is definitely more of a heavy-duty customization, and you can go simpler to start by just changing out the wheels or screwing on some hooks for hanging wires or sandbags. Do not store your camera with the lens attached, as the connection point can be extremely susceptible to breaking under pressure. This isn’t so much a question of how much gear you own, but rather, what gear you need to carry with you on a certain outing or assignment. The reason I own several camera-carrying products is that I like to select the bag depending on what I’m shooting and how much gear I require. The best EDC camera bag and the right long weekend photo bag are just going to be built for two different jobs.
When you need your gear, you simply unclip the chest strap, slide off the shoulder straps and swing the bag around to the front of the body. It will hang there thanks to the waist strap, providing you with a ‘table’ on the reverse of the bag and direct access via that rear zip to your gear. They’re the kind of beautifully styled product you’ll hand down to your children, confident that they’ll last their lifetimes too. As long as you don’t need it to be completely waterproof (i.e. won’t let in any water when submersed), there are a few ways to do this.
If possible, you should try and store lenses in an upright position so the weight of any other objects in your bag doesn’t compromise them. It’s an ultra-wide world. The M.Zuiko 8-25mm F4.0 PRO is perfect for capturing outdoor scenes and dramatic landscapes. It easily fits in your hand, weighs only 411g and features powerful magnification. No worry, weathersealed construction lets you shoot spectacular images in all conditions. Ultra-wide. Portable. Perfect. For instance, you can also carry your camera with the protective cap on (to protect the sensor or mirror), and as long as you take care, you may not need a dedicated camera bag since camera bodies are usually quite solid. As with all the products in the line, the Everyday bag features FlexFold dividers, which allow easy customisation of the interior space to suit your needs. Where other brands use a mixture of bulky, padded velcro dividers, Peak Design’s solution is more compact, elegant and versatile.
The biggest benefit of the PRVKE is arguably that it doesn’t resemble a camera bag at all. The branding is subtle, the colours are muted, and the design is innovative whilst being understated and minimal. The easiest way to make a camera bag waterproof (water-resistant) is to invest in a cover or ‘rain-fly’ that fits over the entire thing. This cover should repel any moisture until conditions have improved. As with all Think Tank products, the Retrospective 30 is built to last a lifetime – I’ve had mine for over 7 years now, and it still looks as good as new. It also has loops on the bottom to secure a tripod so you can capture images hands-free if the moment strikes you.
Q&A
Sometimes taking your photography on the road means dedicating an entire suitcase to your camera and accessories. If that’s the case, take a look at the LowePro HighLine x400 Roller Camera Bag. As with all Pelican cases, the 1510 is virtually indestructible – watertight, dustproof and guaranteed for life. It’s one of the best camera bags for travel if you absolutely need everything to remain safe and intact.
Peak Design has been wise in their choice of naming convention for their products – nowhere in any of the titles do they mention the words ‘camera bag’… and herein lies their strength – Peak Design bags are flexible enough to be used for everyday use, whether you plan to carry camera equipment or not. The Fosoto Travel Camera Case also includes dual belt loops to carry a tripod, although you’ll need to make sure it’s a lightweight travel tripod, so the bag doesn’t feel overloaded or lopsided. There are many ways you can protect your camera in your bag. The best camera bag will have protective layering that cushions your camera and lenses, but this is not always necessary.
There are two rings on the side to easily attach a shoulder strap, but you can also use the padded handle to transport this compact camera bag.
Great Deal 
New Comment