10 Best Camera Bags in India 2021 (Lowepro, Vanguard, and more)

Lowepro Pro Runner BP 450 AW II is a camera backpack that every professional photographer must have. It has enough space for holding two professional DSLRs (with their battery grips), up to six lenses, and two flash units. The adjustable velcro dividers allow you to customize the space inside depending on your gear.

There is also space for a 15" inch laptop and a 10" tablet inside the bag, which allows you to dump footage and edit while you are traveling. The backpack has a removable accessory bag inside. You can use it for storing accessories you need quick access to while on location.

Lowepro Pro Runner BP 450 AW II comes with an all-weather cover that you can pull over the backpack during adverse weather conditions. It also has two buckles on the front that can secure a tripod. Some features that offer comfort include a mesh padded back panel and contoured straps.

Cosmus Essen Anti-theft DSLR backpack is capable of bearing 30 - 35 kg of load. The backpack is designed in a manner that discourages prying hands. Its back opening design only allows access to the main compartment (space for your camera and lenses) only after you take off the backpack.

Even then, you need to open another zipper to gain access. The well-padded compartment and dividers protect your gear from external shocks and slash-and-run thieves. The outer body is made of waterproof canvas material, which compensates for the lack of a rain cover.

Cosmus Essen Anti-theft DSLR backpack is lightweight, and the cushioned back and shoulder straps make it comfortable to wear. You can fit a DSLR camera with a battery grip and an attached lens (up to 400mm), extra camera bodies, and around 5 - 6 lenses. There are compartments for a 15.6" laptop and a 10" tablet too.

Vanguard Alta Access 38X shoulder/messenger camera bag has a shoulder strap that can transform into a harness, allowing you to wear it like a backpack. This will become extremely useful if you want to carry heavy gear. Two zippers provide access to the main compartment.

The one on the top allows quick access to your gear, while the second one is under the front flap. You get two removable pouches for storing things like binoculars, data cables, etc. The entire padded compartment can be detached, transforming the camera bag into an everyday messenger bag.

There is enough room for one pro DSLR with an attached lens (up to 300mm), an extra camera body, 5 - 6 lenses, a flash, and several accessories. The detachable laptop compartment is also padded, and there are many accessory pockets for storing flash drives, memory cards, pens, and many more.

We recommend Vanguard Alta Fly 55T Rolling Camera Bag to all professional photographers who travel with heavy gear frequently. It is a four-wheeled trolley backpack that can carry two mirrorless cameras with up to six lenses or two DSLRs with 4 - 5 lenses.

You can also fasten a tripod to one side of the bag using a strap. Remove the padded compartment on the inside, and you can transform this rolling case into a regular trolley bag. This camera bag meets the strictest airline regulations for carry-on luggage.

We recommend Vanguard Sedona 43 to photographers who want the convenience of a shoulder bag and the capacity of a backpack. The bag is made of water and wear-resistant nylon and polyester. But you also get a rain cover for maximum protection.

The main compartment has an easy-access side opening, so you won't miss another opportunity for clicking a remarkable photo. There is a side pocket that will hold a water bottle. Alternatively, you can use it for carrying a tripod that can be secured using the side strap. The straps on the front can also be used for carrying a tripod.

Vanguard Sedona 43 can hold one DSLR with a lens attached, up to two extra lenses, a flash, and a few accessories. You can carry around your gear comfortably as the bag comes with a breathable mesh padded back panel and strap.

When you want to carry expensive cameras like the Sony Alpha 1 (which costs over 5.5 lakhs), you need a camera case that can withstand extreme weather conditions and external shocks. We recommend Vanguard 53F.

Your gear will be safe in temperatures as low as -40 degrees celsius and as high as 95 degrees celsius. This hard case can withstand exterior loads up to 120kg. It is apt for airline travel as it comes with casters and a pressure equalization valve.

The customizable hexagon-shaped foam enables you to tailor the interior depending on the gear you want to carry. Vanguard 53F is waterproof up to 5 meters. It has got steel-reinforced lock holders that allow you to secure the case with a padlock. 

Looking for an affordable camera backpack? We recommend WORLD LOOK DSLR SLR Lens Camera Bag. It is made of water-resistant nylon and polyester to protect your DSLR and lenses from a heavy downpour. Make sure that you haven't left any zippers open because this backpack doesn't have a rain cover.

The padded dividers can be customized to fit one DSLR with an attached 300mm, one extra camera body, and two lenses (one up to 300mm and a standard lens. There is a mesh compartment inside for smaller accessories like memory cards, data cables, battery chargers, etc.

Sometimes, you don't need to carry a bunch of camera lenses with you. You just need one. A holster can accommodate a DSLR with its lens attached. It gives you quick access to your gear, allowing you to click rare and brief moments. Think Tank Digital Holster 20 V2.0 has space for a standard DSLR (with no battery grip) and a medium telephoto lens up to 200mm.

The bag's "pop down" feature allows you to increase its length in case you want to carry a super telephoto lens. The ultra stretch front pocket can be used for carrying lens caps, back caps, etc.. and the inner lid pocket can store your memory cards and other smaller items.

This holster comes with Durable water-repellant (DWR) coating and a rain cover to protect your camera and lenses. One drawback we found was that the shoulder strap is not padded. If your camera is lightweight, it may not be an issue for you.

This original shoulder camera bag from Nikon can store one DSLR with an attached lens up to 300mm or a camera body with a standard lens and an extra prime lens. The interiors are padded to protect your DSLR and lenses from accidental bumps.

There are multiple slots and compartments for accessories, and access to the main compartment is only possible if the front flap is pulled up. This feature has an anti-theft attribute since the main compartment zipper is completely hidden under the front flap.

The bag also has a stretchable mesh side pocket that can hold a water bottle. We recommend Nikon DSLR shoulder camera bag to beginner and casual photographers.

Those who understand the art of photography know which lenses to carry. A belt pack is even more convenient than a shoulder bag but usually has lesser space. Lowepro Inverse 200 AW can carry a professional DSLR with a medium telephoto lens attached and two extra lenses.

Or you can fit a camera with 300mm and one extra lens. You get the idea. The bag comes with a 3D contoured mesh lumbar belt that can be adjusted for a comfortable fit according to your waist size and comfort needs.

Interestingly, there are locking straps on the bottom for securing a tripod or a monopod. Make sure that you carry a travel tripod. We recommend Lowepro Inverse 200 AW to serious photography enthusiasts too.