Messenger Bag Review: Everyday Messenger, Ona Brixton, Domke Herald, LowePro Urban Reporter, 24/7
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- Опубликовано: 22 июл 2024
- We review four camera messenger bags for photographers:
* 0:15 - Lowepro Urban Reporter ($60 on Amazon help.tc/reporter)
* 2:22 - Adorama 24/7 Messenger ($80 on Amazon help.tc/247)
* 5:28 - Everyday Messenger ($250 on Amazon help.tc/everyday). NOTE: This bag DOES NOT include the camera clasp or leash--those were extras that Peak Design included in our copy without us knowing.
* 11:30 - Domke Herald ($300 on Amazon help.tc/herald)
* 13:17 - Ona Brixton ($440 on Amazon help.tc/onabrixton)
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STARTER CAMERAS:
Basic Starter Camera ($280 used at Amazon): Canon T3 help.tc/t3
Better Starter Camera ($500 at Amazon): Nikon D5300 help.tc/d5300
Better Travel Camera ($500 at Amazon): Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II help.tc/em10ii
LANDSCAPE CAMERAS:
Good ($550 at Amazon): Sony a6000 help.tc/a6000
Better ($1,400) at Amazon: Nikon D5500 help.tc/D5500 & Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 help.tc/s35
Best ($3,150) at Amazon: Pentax K-1 help.tc/K1 & Pentax 24-70 f/2.8 help.tc/p24
PORTRAIT CAMERAS:
Beginner ($950 at Amazon): Canon T6i help.tc/t6i & Canon 50mm f/1.8 help.tc/c50
Better ($3,000 at Amazon): Nikon D610 help.tc/d610 & Tamron 70-200 f/2.8 help.tc/t200
Best ($5,300) at Amazon: Nikon D810 help.tc/d810 & Nikon 70-200 f/2.8E help.tc/n200e
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Starter ($1,100 at Amazon): Canon 7D help.tc/7D & Canon 400mm f/5.6 help.tc/c400
Great ($3,200 at Amazon): Nikon D500 help.tc/d500 & Nikon 200-500 f/5.6 help.tc/n500
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Beginner ($500 at Amazon): Panasonic G7 help.tc/g7 & Panasonic 14-42mm help.tc/p42
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👜Lowepro Urban Reporter ($60 on Amazon help.tc/reporter)
👜Adorama 24/7 Messenger ($80 on Amazon help.tc/247)
👜Everyday Messenger ($250 on Amazon help.tc/everyday). NOTE: This bag DOES NOT include the camera clasp or leash--those were extras that Peak Design included in our copy without us knowing.
👜Domke Herald ($300on Amazon help.tc/herald)
👜Ona Brixton ($440 on Amazon help.tc/onabrixton )
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This video was a little painful to watch. You had the strap backwards on the Everyday Messenger, some incorrect information, awkward presentation...
+David Vogt I intentionally reversed the strap... it's designed to be reversible.
Thanks for the reply, Tony. I've found reversing it to be a bit odd. And it definitely makes it awkward to clip in the stabilizing strap. I agree it's cumbersome to get it out of the little pocket.
+David Vogt Its my first time viewing their videos, but all I can say is, these are definitely some negative reviewers, they don't really seem to know their products. man, like u said it was painful to watch.
Yeah it was hard for me to watch as well. They kept saying "I think, maybe, it seems" so it sounded like they didn't know what they were talking about.
+junyo koh Agreed. Feels like Tony actually checked these out in advance and Chelsea is getting her first look at these. Both need to try them out, both need to rehearse what's good and bad about these. Worse, you rarely get to see what's in these bags. Put them on a table. Poor not the guts towards the camera. When reviewing, share with the audience, don't just show. And they really need to stop with the "ummm"'s.
I'm very surprised you didn't review the Tenba messenger bags.
The Thinktank Retrospective series of messenger bags really are the perfect bags for carrying your gear around. So many different sizes. You can really load them up if you want to, and the shoulder pad is the most comfortable shoulder pad I've ever used. I like the look of them as well, nice but not too flashy like the Ona or Billingham bags when you want to be discreet. And they have pockets for just about everything. I have the Retro 10 in black and since then haven't needed to look for another camera bag, just love it.
After getting the ONA Brixton for a gift, I now understand woman and their handbags. Love it. I put batteries and extra cards in small cases in the front pockets. They don't fall out.
Thank you for the great video. I might go with the everyday messenger bag for quick lens change during the live events.
For the Everyday Messenger, the small leash at the side pocket, I'm using it to hold my keys. Clasp in and store it in the pocket. My 15" MBP fits nicely into the bag. the stabiliser straps helps when cycling. ^^ Still awesome review you got there
Have you guys considered doing(if you didn't already) something similar for mirrorless cameras? Let's say for someone that has a Sony with some small lenses or even a Fuji or Olympus or something like that, what's some good bags for the smaller cameras and a few lenses or even just a mirrorless and a single lens?
The clip on the outside of the Everyday Messenger is designed for keys. You can clip them on and put them in the side pocket with no risk of losing them.
+David Vogt That makes no sense to me, as I already have a place for keys (my pocket). However, I figured out a good use for it--a backup strap for the camera you have in the (optional) holster... connect the backup strap anytime you won't be accessing your camera to protect it if it comes loose.
+Tony Northrup
the second strap is a messenger strap for cycling to stop the bag spinning as you ride
+Tony Northrup It's for those of us who wear skinny jeans. :P
How does it not make sense to you? Why would you carry your keys in your pocket, when you can have them in your bag? Why even have a bag, if you're just going to carry everything yourself :-P?
I would say that the cross-strap on the peak everyday is essential if you're a cyclist. Messengers without that strap are almost impossible to ride a bike with.
I purchased a Billingham 550 around 15 years ago and it's still in great condition. Earlier this year I added the smaller Hadley Pro. They are not cheap but have given my equipment great protection over the years. Excellent bags.
Hi Tony,
You said the capture comes free with the everyday messenger bag @ 9:22, is that true? I was not able to find any details any where that would say so.
Have you guys ever review think tank gear?
I love how disgusted you guys seem through the whole video. That’s how I’m feeling right now with trying to make a decision.
IMO, you can't really go wrong with ONA bags. I've been using both the Camps Bay, and the Leather Prince Street. Expensive; but worth every penny. This is mainly because of the way ONA represents their bags. The way they market their bags and show them on social media are really ways to make you proud of owning one. If you have the bucks for it; it's really worth it.
I like the honest reviews. I have the Everyday Messenger, and I find it very useful for carting all my gear. I've learned to only half-fill it though, because it is massive. Whenever I travel it becomes my carry-on bag
Hi there. just wanna ask what lens and hood you guys are using on eos 70d on while showing the everyday bag by pick design
"Tony you're so smart", this was a sweet video. The back and forth was really enjoyable.
I have the everyday messenger bag and its the sweet spot. Price, storage looks and practicality. I'm a Sony mirrorless user and this has heaps of room and everywhere I go people ask me about this bag. Peak Design FTW!
Mr. Tony, can you please help me decide. I currently own a nikon D5500 with 18-140mm lens. I want to buy a prime lens but can decide with 35mm or 50mm lens. And what brand is the best?
Nice review. Tamrac for me is the deal for many years, I have five, two from the 1980s still going strong.
I love my ThinkTank Citywalker. I like how unassuming it looks and it holds a TON of gear for how compact it is.
Bellingham Hadley Pro is my favourite, and I have had several messengers along the way :)
forgive my ignorance, but at the airport, does the machine that scan everything affect lenses an sensor in a bad way? what's the best advice in case they do? thanks.
i have a retrospective 7, love it to when at location for shoot. But for travel, it feels heavy because of the sling strap. I need a backpack that distributes the weight better. Got a video on this?
What I want to know is when will somebody invent a camera bag with an anti-gravity lining, so its flaming contents don't weigh as much.
Tony,
Please share with us what the brand name and model of your wrist watch, preferably with a link.
Looks like you were really struggling with the Everyday Messenger bag. I highly recommend taking a look at some of the videos Peak Design put out to explain how to use the straps. Those waist straps are fantastic and really save your back if you're out all day and need to take the weight off, but the way you tried it out was just a configuration for if you were on a bike and had the strap shortened.
I am using mine for a mirrorless outfit and it is big for that, but I like to have room for non-camera stuff if I'm running around the city all day. Hopefully they'll make a smaller bag next but for being their first I think they hit this one out of the park.
Do you guys recommend a bag for carrying lights?
I have 2 Alienbees and an Einstein.
On an unrelated note does anybody know what is that music playing in the background during the Lowepro bag segment? It sounds so familiar and yet I can't really remember.
I have the Everyday Messenger 13. Thankfully Peak Design has now made a smaller bag that fits my needs. My 13.5" Microsoft Surface Book laptop fits perfectly. And I now use a smaller Sony mirrorless camera. After many decades and myriads of bags, this one is my favorite by far.
Hi Guys what camera bag would you guys recommend I have been looking into the peak design everyday messenger and looks decent and have heard good things also open to backpack suggestions any brand, I tend to bring with me 3-4 lenses my dell xps 13 laptop, accesories and my dslr body not sure whether i should go backpack or messenger style.
have you guys looked at any of the billingham bags? if so whats your opinion on them?
bought the Matin balade 200 last week after watching a RUclips review, great looking bag amazing quality for the price and the best padded bag I've owned.
The Everyday Messenger has my vote. I love the magnetic closure.
Excellent review. It's great to see the bags in action. Thanks!
Does a professional DSLR (D4, 1DX) with a 70-210 f2.8 fit into the everyday messenger bag?
For me, the "waist strap" on the Everyday Messenger is more useful for attaching to the handle bar of a small to medium sized suitcase. I doubt I'd use it much to attach to my body but for suitcases, it can be invaluable.
what do you think of tenba's line of bags? i use tenba's mini messenger bag and it's the right size for me. the everyday messenger just seemed to large. with the tenba mini messenger, i could fit my d610 with lens, and two other lenses. it will easily fit a 70-200mm 2.8 and i can throw in my 13" macbook. it has a great strap with a nice padded area. and the bag retails for under $100 too. tenba has other flashier bags for a bit more but if people are looking for a messenger style camera bag for under $100, i would recommend the tenba mini messenger.
I like the Sal Salvarote Bug out bag but I need more information . What is the return policy if the bag do not make your expectation? Please advise., I'm interested
Cant wait for the Everyday Messenger bag to be released.
Tony having used it would you say there is enough room for a couple of 70-200 f2.8 lenses and another smaller one like a 24-105 f4 together with some other gear?
I saw Tenba have just released a new Cooper range of bags which seem to look better than their DNA bags so Im not sure about that or this now.
I use my Billingham Hadley Small on everyday basis carrying my Fuji X system. But I have weakness for bags and I keep checking Wotancraft, Ona, and Aritstan&Artist options.
How about Billingham? I love Billingham, they're pretty good in my opinion. Doesn't look like a camera bag, well designed and I love their customer service. I bought mine in China and when I try to verify whether it is authentic or not, they can provide me with an exact production date after I send them some pictures of the bag and it's serial number. The best part is when the clip button on my bag snapped off, I try to reach their customer service again to ask about the service center location. Surprisingly, they send a replacement part all the way from UK, free of charge!
Hey guys, what do you think about Really Right Stuff tripods & ballheads?
Funny (and informative) to re-watch this video 5 years after :)
I do wish you guys would do more bag reviews, well gear in general I guess, while a tripod and a head has not changed much over the years, some new players have arrived on the scene and perhaps it could be something to consider for 2020.
New on to the next video on messenger/shoulder bags.
You might want to watch Peak Designs you tubes videos on the bag to appreciate some of the features, but some things I noticed:
-small tripods fit fine, they recommend just extending two legs and using the silicon band that comes in the zippered pocket
-the leash/clip on the pocket is mostly meant for keys, I don't think from their videos they intended to hand a camera from it at all...although you can use it to clip to the camera on capture to back it up like the cotton carrier, but that is a bit awkward
-I'm pretty sure the capture camera clip isn't included, at least it didn't come with mine.
-I think the bigger picture of the sliding trap is to go from messenger/biking style (high up on your back) to low lying or side carry.
-no need to cut the waist straps, they are removable.
-shooting with mirror less just gives you extra room for jackets and lunch
Still great video and nice look at some bags!
It's a great review thank you,very honest. do you have more review of smaller bags?
Hey Tony, what watch are you sporting? Looks snazzy, man.
Love my Restrospect 30, Pretty much use it exclusively. Hold everything and then some. I have to make an effort to take stuff out or it gets heavy.
I have a bad neck and can not carry heavy bags off my shoulders, so Im looking for the lightest bag with maybe wheels. ....? Is there a bag like that out there? I have a 70-200 L 2.8 and it will not fit in any bag I currently own. My second priority is to find a bag that will hold that lens while still on my camera.
4:35
Russian dolls are so full of themselves.
+Smaakjeks Kjeks And few youtubers ;)
Dalibor Mrkic
Russian dolls are full of youtubers? Oh no! Somebody let them out!
***** Can't, I'm stuck on Auto-play :)
+Smaakjeks Kjeks not at all. Russian dolls are so adorable. My family love them)
Hamilton100m
Aw, hehe, I was just making a silly joke is all. :-)
Tony, will you review the other messenger bags like the retrospective from thinktank?
Thinktank Retro series. I have the 50 and its a little big, but I really like it. Biggest gripe is how it falls forward when loaded.
what about a tripod mounting plate and using the peak system?
Thanks for all of the informative videos. I like the Domke bag that you guys are featuring. It seem simple and it has a classic look. I use and love the Peak Designs straps and connectors, but that bag is way to futuristic looking for my taste. And Peak Designs tried way too hard to fit connectors, clamps, straps and other expensive knick knacks. And the main turn off about that bag is the billet aluminum flap closure and its multiple metal bars. I personally do a lot of city and urban shooting and all of that metal just seems like a good way to scratch a parked car or a way to ruin wall finishes when indoors and furniture. My favorite bag is a Tenba DNA Messenger 15. I use it to carry my mirrorless kit, 1 Olympus Omd Em 5 Mk2, 40-150, a couple of primes. A Sony A6000, 10-18 wide zoom, 70-200, and a kit lens. It also holds plenty of batteries, and a flash. It has a modern Cordura Nylon exterior, plenty of padding, dividers, and pockets inside and out. 2 mesh outside end pockets for gloves and water bottles. It has 2 quick magnetic strap closures to secure the front flap. A luggage piggy back strap. A seat belt material shoulder strap and a well padded shoulder pad with grip material so it stays in place. And my favorite feature is the zippered quick access on the top of the flap so you don't have to open up the flap to pull out a lens or body. The front flap has side gussets to keep the elements out and it comes with a rain cover. Its pretty affordable, $170, which not to much considering its protecting my expensive gear.
What lens did use to shoot this review ?
I just got the timbuk2 snoop camera messenger, quick adjustable strap is quite useful. Can be used as a normal messenger bag too, which is pretty cool and it doesn't look like a camera bag.
I just bought a think tank restrospective 50... it's an amazing bag, best camera bag for carrying multiple pro bodies and lenses. I've had them all too.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this! I would love to know your thoughts about FroKnowsPhoto Bag.
I have the Tenba Messenger Mini for my mirrorless system camera/lenses when I'm travelling. I'm 5'8" male and it's the perfect size for me. It's lightweight so it doesn't add a lot to the overall mass you need to carry. It's been my favorite bag so far.
I love my ThinkTank gear! I use the Retrospective 20 the most, but I also have the Urban Disguise 35 V2.0 which also holds my MacBook 13". Great bags!
I found that the extra strap on the everyday messenger does lighten the load and it can be rigged to become a nifty backpack
Hey the image is amazing here. First of the lighting is beautiful, and then the color grade. The short DoF on a medium-wide shot is pretty cool too.
Nice review C&T! I've an original Domke F2; navy with tan trim, that was purchased in 1978 and it's still my multi-body choice, it can manage two pro bodies and 4-5 lenses, plus goodies. For smaller sets of gear it's either a TTP Retrospective 7 or an older Lowepro Messenger AW200. The latter two bags were put in service in early 2014, the old Domke is still my fave :)
Have you seen the VEO messenger 37 bag. I've been using it for my A7 + lenses and tripod since April of this year, everything packs including tripod into one bag, so far I've not found a better bag for my full frame mirrorless camera. great videos as always keep them coming.
P's could you do a video on filter's , lee etc filters thanks
My wife and I added the new Peak Design Everyday Messenger Bag to our collection. We both like them and they have become our go to bag for the Sony A7rII kits. When traveling by air we put our Macbook Pro 15" laptops and accessories in, but not for walking around. We find the bags a perfect size, I am 5'10" and my wife is 5'6." Any smaller and they would not work for our kits. We take our GuraGear 32 liter backpacks for our larger Canon gear. The Guras go in the overhead and the Peak Design bags fit under our seat.
Great review would love for you to do a video on backpack camera bags and specifically the f stop bags
I have a Think Tank Photo bag, I think it's the Retrospective 50. Fits a 13" laptop + whatever lens / body combo I can imagine to put in it. What I love about it is that it doesn't have any visible logos etc. It is sodding heavy though. I'm looking to buy a backpack next for traveling with my camera.
hey Tony the adaroma and everyday messenger bag are meant to be worn higher on the back. That's why you have the side strap to hold it closer to your back. useful when your biking. think bike messenger.
They all look pale in comparison to my Billingham Hadley Pro : )
You guys should check it out Its like a tardis looks small but it fits canon 5dmk3, canon 50 1.2, sigma 85 1.4, canon 16-35 f4, YN568 EX II, and has plenty of space in the front pockets for all accessories ; ) batteries, memory cards, business cards, color targets, flashlights eneloops, lenspens and whatever else.
I was looking into the ONA brand, but size up from the brixton so it could hold a 15inch laptop. They're beautiful bags!
I like the Domke bags myself. Hey, also, the color in this video looked really nice!
Do you ever have problems with lenses getting dust in the rear elements? I'm always paranoid of getting dust there so I always have the caps on in my bag and I see you didn't? I use the Lowepro Event messenger btw
+FRR I just blow on it before attaching it. I just make sure my mouth is dry before doing it. I don't know if this is recommended, probably not, but it's what I do.
+Vic Vinegar just pick up a cheap rubber puffer/blower and throw it in an easy to grab spot. I pull out the lens grab the puffer, give it a few puffs, and put it away.
Blowing on your lens is a good way to end up with fungus on the rear element. Think about it, your bacteria and the humidity of your breath gets on there, you lock it into the camera and then put it in a dark bag for a week before you go out shooting again.
I'm a great fan of Billingham bags. They are similar to the Domke but have an English style with the leather and brass buckles and studs. I have the original Hadley, a 225 and a 445.
I love my ThinkTank Urban Disguise 40 v.2. Great build quality, takes a lot of stuff and it has a good strap.
I have been considering the Ona Brixton and the Tenba slim 13. Based on your comments I am not sure I am interested in the Brixton anymore.
I'm using my "National Geographic Explorer Shoulder bag - Medium". I look like Indiana Jons when i go outside =)
But I like it)
I think to buy "The Everyday Messenger Bag | Peak Design" for travel. Is this a good choice? Can you advise?
I am a fan of the everyday messenger bag and I just ordered mine. I think that might be the best bag in your review. Also it's not just a camera bag you can use it in other uses. it's probably one of the nicest and best bags out there today.
I always like the billingham bags but they are so expensive so for my sony A600 with 3 lenses an a flash I use a small Lowe pro back pack, if I carrying my canon gear I use a large domke if I'm just going to a shoot but If I'm going to take my 5D mark II or the 70D I use a smaller domke.
Tenba DNA (11,13 or 15) are pretty good too and have good design ! :) Awesome review .. as always !
Can you do a backpack review? I like to use a backpack because i do some hiking and like to have all my gear. I have seen some backpacks that open from the part that sits on your back, i like the idea of that it makes me feel safe. I would like to get a new one like that but not sure whats around.
I really liked this video, but would love love love if you guys could do a similar overview of other camera bags which are smaller.
As a woman of the same build as Chelsea, I find all these type of bags to be awkwardly large and would really appreciate your opinions of some the higher end camera bags which are smaller.
Thinktank Retrospective 50 blue slate cotton canvas. Just love it. The looks, the quality and what is the most important, easy access to the gear.
Hi Tony, when a video review also for ultrabook? Thanks, and great job with these videos.
Bought a used Incase Ari Marcopulous for 40 bucks. Excellent camera bag, very comfortable to wear, lots of well thought out compartments inside, a nice tripod strap and it looks very nice too :)
I absolutely love my ONA Brixtons! Yes, they are pricey, but totally worth it!
The Ona bag is made of leather and rather heavy by itself. Weighs more than my camera with kit lens. I like the Domke bag best, though the pink zippers look strange to me.
The messenger bags are favorites of hit and run thieves. They are so easy to grab and the thieves really appreciate your vauable professional camera gear.
Hey Tony, I know this isn't related to the video but I just wanted your suggestions on my first full frame dslr and that my budget is $3000 whether I should go for the 6D, the 5D mark iii or the Nikon D750, I know you must be thinking this is an amateur question but I just wanted it short and straightforward. Thanks!
+joan wang This might help: ruclips.net/video/cZ-_DdDNNyI/видео.html
If I were you I'd go with the D750 both for personal preference of Sony sensors capabilities and the fact that it's better than the 6D overall and its video department is way better than the 5DMk3 but it also depends on what you intend to shoot!
I know this has nothing to do with the video, but was the video recorded in 30 fps since it feels like it?
I bought a weekend bag from TJ Maxx, then purchased a manufactured padded insert for the inside. Works for me AND it's fashionable. lol
Hi Tony,
Thanks for a great review. I picked up the Ona after watching this. Any chance you can send me the link to purchase that card organizer you velcroed inside the bag? I can't seem to find it anywhere. I would highly appreciate it!
Thanks,
Daniel
+Daniel Schechner Yep, it's this: amzn.to/1Salk0k
I like your description on Peak Design's bag...and like all their other stuff, they all look great, sounds great and always enticed me to get them and i have gotten every single Peak Design item they ever sold and am still buying their newer stuff..The ONLY problem is, i'm not actually using ANY of their stuff..i just can't find a use practical enough for any of their stuff..but somehow they've alwasy managed to convince me that maybe this new product is something i will use
Really you should take a look at the thinkTANK Retrospective series bags and the new Tenba messenger bags.
I like the Billingham Hadly Pro and the Thintank Retrospective 10.
I have bought numerous bags, some purpose made camera bags and some messenger bags repurposed. There is no ideal bag unless someone invents a magical bag of relatively small dimensions that accepts all the camera bodies, accessories, etc. That I want and magically lightens everything to less than 5 pounds :) Of course that's a dream so I try to find the ideal bag and I've gotten close with the ONA Street Prince bag. It holds the Leica M240 with the 50mm Summilux, the Leica Q with enough space for extra batteries, filters, the EVF and a few more small items. Also, the new 12" Macbook fits in perfectly. The 2 outside front pockets can carry more stuff as well. The rear pocket has a magnetic clasp which is very nice. It also has the leather handle and the shoulder strap with a pad. So far it's my favorite bag.
Ive been told by Peak design that the clutch (the catch on the side of the bag) is a extra and dosn't come free with the Messenger bag.
I have a similar problem to Chelsea, at 5' I find it nearly impossible to find actual functional (forget aesthetically pleasing at this point) bags that don't absolutely dwarf me. I don't think a messenger will ever be in the cards! Thank you for the video!
I love and use the LowePro Flipside backpacks. There's no external access, so pickpockets can't get into it while you're wearing it, and you can put the belt on and flip it around in front of you, so you have a work surface with your gear on it while you're in the field. Great when you don't have a clean surface to swap out lenses.
Been using a billingham 207 bag for a while now and it is absolutely perfect for me. A bit heavy for the size but the quality is worth it.