Recommendations on a bag for D3100

I am looking to purchase a bag for my D3100, can someone recommend a good one, my budget is £35 or is that not enough?? at present I only have the camera + 18-55mm lense + 55-200mm lense, I would prefer a shoulder type of bag but if somebody recommends a really good back pack then i dont mind. Any links would be great
PS sorry if this has been asked before

I started with the lowepro fastpac 100 backpack. here in the states its $60. I can carry 2 cameras and a few lenses. I now use it to carry my 2 cameras and a seperate bag for lenses and flashes.

bgatty68 said:

I am looking to purchase a bag for my D3100, can someone recommend a good one, my budget is £35 or is that not enough?? at present I only have the camera + 18-55mm lense + 55-200mm lense, I would prefer a shoulder type of bag but if somebody recommends a really good back pack then i dont mind. Any links would be great
PS sorry if this has been asked before

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Love Lowepro products, may cost a little more but seem to last forever. I like the reporter models and use a stealth reporter 200 daily.

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I use a LowePro 200 AW and it's perfect. I carry my camera, 2 additional lenses, filters, flash, batteries, etc. It is very comfortable to carry. I highly recommend it.

the nova 200 is a great quality bag, i have one. but it is on the big side and well over £35. pop in to jessops and check out the nova 160 or 180, even the jessops techno range if on a budget. the lowe pro range are generally great quality, weatherproof, and available in a range of colours too.

Thanks guys for all the advice, I think i might up my budget as I have looked at the Lowe pro ones and like the look. Cheers guys

i have just bought the lowe pro flipside 300. ....nice and ergonomic. you could fit your d3100, both lenses and a good sized packed lunch in there!

Lowepro 250 fastback. D3100; 3 lenses, small flash. Top part good for food etc.
Take a laptop too.
I use it on trips abroad....not daily local shoots.
Great bag. Side access great to grab camera for those photo opportunities



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recently had a lowepro slingshot 102 and it was too small for a 55-300. Exchanged it no problem and got the next size up. Thought the rucksacks were too big but it depends what you want to use it for. Lowe pro have a good reputation and you can get some good online deals.

Any benefits/cons to the 350 Fastpack over the 250?
I can get the 350 AW for about $30 less than the 250 AW.

I used a Lowepro slingshot 200AW for years on my Disney vacations and it has been absolutely fantastic. Even holds the camera with battery grip on there with lots of room to spare. The new version is the 202AW which adds some fasteners for a monopod or small tripod. Plus it doesn't scream TOURIST.

Wow, lots of Lowepro love here! I like Lowepro too but let me offer a few alternatives.

What are your specific carry needs? Will you primarily be carrying your gear around town or on the campus? If so something small and lightweight would be in order. Do you hike a lot? A backpack-style bag would probably be in order. Do you travel a lot and need extra protection in overhead baggage bins? In that case your needs are completely different.

For light-duty I love Domke bags. They are lightweight, made of canvas, and form-fit to your body making them VERY comfortable. They also don't scream "Camera Bag!". But they are NOT made for maximum protection. The F-6 ("Little Bit Smaller" bag) would be ideal for your gear.

For hiking or travel I have a Lowepro Slingshot but prefer my Tenba Shootout (also a sling-style bag). It is similar to the Slingshot but offers several improved design features and better protection. Other good travel options include Think Tank and Pelican. Both offer maximum protection.

I have few Lowepro both sling mode and packpack mode, but, I actually have gone away from using them as overkill.

first, I don't have to carry extra stuff as much anymore, the card size and battery life have gotten to the point that I can shoot all day on one battery, and memory card. I clear my camera after each use, so never really a risk there.

Second, when on foot, I like to travel light, so, I have switched to 1 or two lens bags on the belt. Low weight, and I don't risk leaving behind.

So, I converted one of those light weight back packs that holds a water pack. I find the size perfect, very comfortable, quick to sling off the back, and best of all, people don't think it is a camera bag but just a water pack pack, so less eyes on the equipment.