Lowepro - Event Messenger 150 Camera Bag - Mica

Took bag on vacation, and carried several days. Bag large enough to carry what you need, but not so big to make it too heavy. Very comfortable. Pockets useful, camera quick access. Strap long enough to carry as a cross strap, and I'm 6'2". iPad fits nicely w/ apple case, but does add the weight. My camera is d3200.

I bought this bag because I was seeking a camera bag that didn't look like a camera bag, had plenty of room for my camera and a few other things (charger, pen, notepad, even snacks), looked good, and was easy to use. I have a DSLR with one versatile 17-270 lens. Upon receipt and use, it has met all the criteria. It is also comfortable and relatively lightweight. I especially like the Velcro open and close. One thing us even avid hobby photographers want is a bag that permits easy and quick access to our camera. It does! My only question is durability. About 3 weeks after getting it, I took it on a trip to Maui. Obviously it got lots of use. A portion of the outside fabric is already starting to show evidence of wear and fray. I hope that doesn't progress and become a problem, but it does make this aspect a question mark and the only reason I don't yet give it a 5-star rating.

This bag is acceptable for its purpose. However, it doesn't carry well, its sides are too stiff, and the bag's style attracts too much attention. Also, it's too much like carrying a little box rather than a more soft-sided bag. Lots of room inside and the tablet compartment easily fits a 10-inch tablet even with a cover. I've got Lowepro bags, but this one doesn't cut it.