What type of camera bag do I need?

A camera case is a camera bag for compact cameras that you can easily put in a larger bag.

Pros

• The case protects your small camera against drops, bumps and scratches.
• Many covers are splash-proof.
• You can easily carry a camera case with you into a larger bag.
• In the covers there is also space for accessories such as memory cards.

Cons

• Cameracases are not suitable for large devices such as SLR cameras.

At the top of a snout bag is a flap so you grab your camera directly from the bag.

Pros

• The flap at the top of the bag is easy to open, so you can take your camera out of the bag in one movement.
• Snuitbags are very compact so you can easily move the camera anywhere to take with you.
• There are muzzle bags available for compact, system and SLR cameras.
• In some bags there is also room for 1 extra lens.

Cons

• By the compact design has a snout bag little to no space for extra accessories.

You can carry a shoulder bag over your shoulder so you can easily access your camera and accessories.

Pros

• A shoulder bag offers room for various types of cameras with one or more lenses and accessories.
• In the compartments on the inside and side of the bag you can lose smaller accessories.
• Many shoulder bags have adjustable dividers with which you can divide the compartment according to your own wishes.
• The shoulder strap adjusts to your body so that you always carry the bag at the right height.

Cons

• A well-filled shoulder bag is often very heavy so you will suffer from the weight .

In a backpack you can comfortably take your camera with you with lenses and other accessories wherever you go.

Pros

• In a camera backpack there's also room for one or more lenses and accessories.
• In addition, there is usually room for a laptop and / or tablet and other private stuff in the larger backpacks.
• You can adjust the layout of the compartments of most of the backpacks yourself with the adjustable dividers.
• As you carry the photography equipment on your back, it won't feel as heavy.

Cons

• Not all camera backpacks are waterproof.

With a camera case you can transport your camera and other vulnerable photo equipment extra safely.

Pros

• The robust exterior protects your photographic equipment against water, shock, dust and extreme temperatures.
• By the picking foam on the inside of a camera case, all equipment stays in place.
• There are both suitcases available for professional cameras and small cameras.
• Cases are very suitable for photographers who travel a lot with their equipment.

Cons

• Cameras for large cameras are often very heavy and heavy.