Dr. G Posted November 17, 2023 Share #1 Posted November 17, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) I've been looking for a bag that I can carry my Q3 in for formal events that I'm attending as a guest but still want to have my camera with me. I'm not opposed to luxury brands, but it should be stylish, small and unobtrusive and maybe be able to fit the Q, wallet, phone, spare battery and maybe a small lens blower. Any suggestions? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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vitrail Posted November 17, 2023 Share #2 Posted November 17, 2023 Hello, Peak Desing 6l. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikep996 Posted November 17, 2023 Share #3 Posted November 17, 2023 Domke FX5B - it's the only camera bag I have used for the past 20+ years for any of my cameras. HOWEVER, it is not stylish so may not fit your criteria. FWIW, I have a fancy (expensive) leather bag that I bought a couple of years ago for my M10R BP. I had carried it and two lenses in the Domke bag but bought the fancy leather one thinking that an M10R BP "should" have a nice leather bag. I carried it once and then went back to the Domke. It added weight - more than the camera itself - and provided no functional advantage. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfs head Posted November 17, 2023 Share #4 Posted November 17, 2023 Something in leather by ONA might be worth looking at - or one of the cheaper but still high quality knockoffs from Amazon. I use (among others) the brown leather Bowery, but it might be a bit big for your needs. They make a smaller one, but I can’t remember what it’s called…. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MindsEye Posted November 17, 2023 Share #5 Posted November 17, 2023 (edited) Ask two photographers, get 3 opinions 🤣 Bags are such a personal preference thing. I've got a closet full of them. I'll vouch for the Domke FX5 suggestion. I personally use and prefer the ThinkTank Retropsective 5 v2 It fits all you mention, which I also carry in mine (plus a small slim powerbank and cable, card wallet, lens pen, strap) For more formal stuff perhaps black is better than the pinestone I show in my attached photo. What you can't tell from my photo is that on the outside is a fold-open pocket that I'll use for a water bottle or something else when I'm shooting nature or on the go with it. Good luck! Joel Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited November 17, 2023 by MindsEye typo Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/384791-question-a-different-take-on-a-bag-for-the-q-series/?do=findComment&comment=4913075'>More sharing options...
nariza7 Posted November 17, 2023 Share #6 Posted November 17, 2023 wotancraft, oberworth, ona, etc? Though I havent used them since they are super pricey. I do think the peak design branded ones mentioned earlier are fine too. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/384791-question-a-different-take-on-a-bag-for-the-q-series/?do=findComment&comment=4913125'>More sharing options...
MikeD70 Posted November 17, 2023 Share #7 Posted November 17, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 2 hours ago, MindsEye said: Ask two photographers, get 3 opinions 🤣 Bags are such a personal preference thing. I've got a closet full of them. I'll vouch for the Domke FX5 suggestion. I personally use and prefer the ThinkTank Retropsective 5 v2 It fits all you mention, which I also carry in mine (plus a small slim powerbank and cable, card wallet, lens pen, strap) For more formal stuff perhaps black is better than the pinestone I show in my attached photo. What you can't tell from my photo is that on the outside is a fold-open pocket that I'll use for a water bottle or something else when I'm shooting nature or on the go with it. Good luck! Joel Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! You've got my vote on this one. This picture from earlier this year; 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrianh Posted November 18, 2023 Share #8 Posted November 18, 2023 I think your answer will be so subjective that you probably should walk in some high end photo shops and/or Leica boutiques and try some bags. Or at least order from online shops that have good return policies. There are 2 very personal aspects to a high end photo bag: Are the functional aspects (inside room and dividers, pockets, flaps, zips/locks etc.) good enough for you? Is the haptic feeling and visual appearance to your taste? I don't think you can fully judge the second point without having the bag in your hand and the first one can also be deceptive in pictures. Anyways, I wouldn't splash the money for say an Ona Bag or Oberwerth without touching one. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackadder978 Posted November 19, 2023 Share #9 Posted November 19, 2023 Indeed, try a shop that has Oberwerth and Billingham, depending if you want a leatherbag or canvas or something hightech. I love my Billingham Hadley that you might want to have a look at if you want to store more than the camera, I aslo have a smaller one for one camera only that also takes one of my Nikons if she has to, but nothing else. Oberwerth look extremely pretty and very much for formal events - our Leica store has them naturally - but I like something more rugged and fully watherproof (I assume the leather that Oberwerth uses is good enough as well, but have not tried one). The Billinghams age very nicely and you do not have to look after them too much. But in the end, you have to decide, go touch them an fill them up with what you usually want to carry and see what you like best. Saves you the return hazzle. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 19, 2023 Share #10 Posted November 19, 2023 What about the Billingham Hadley Pro small? Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/384791-question-a-different-take-on-a-bag-for-the-q-series/?do=findComment&comment=4915535'>More sharing options...
dem331 Posted November 19, 2023 Share #11 Posted November 19, 2023 https://billingham.co.uk/products/hadley-digital-camera-bag_colour-black-fibrenyte-black-leather I use the Billingham Hadley Digital with M240 + 50mm and can even fit a 28mm in as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobtodrick Posted November 19, 2023 Share #12 Posted November 19, 2023 Billingham small Hadley. Started carrying mine in the early 90’s…M4 and lenses…now a Q and accessories. Carry it everyday. Replaced the strap and leather tabs once…but with regular cleaning still looks good enough that one of my kids will inherit it. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted November 19, 2023 Share #13 Posted November 19, 2023 Yes I have a couple of Billingham for Leica ones which are nearly the same as the Hadley small. Indestructible. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlowUK Posted November 19, 2023 Share #14 Posted November 19, 2023 Another vote for the Billingham Hadley small pro. Note the image @jaapv posted above is the small and not the small pro. The pro has a carry handle and document pocket on the rear. It’s perfect for my Q3, a small water bottle, power bank, sweets (essential) and a few other small bits and bobs. Comes in lots of colours too. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
My1stLeicaCam Posted November 20, 2023 Share #15 Posted November 20, 2023 Currently using national geographic sling bag. Was looking for 1 that’s slightly wider to minimise the shutter button being depressed when in bag, and also with a zip(prevent theft). ‘But unable to find it yet. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/384791-question-a-different-take-on-a-bag-for-the-q-series/?do=findComment&comment=4916123'>More sharing options...
colonel Posted November 20, 2023 Share #16 Posted November 20, 2023 Kalahari Kaama if you like leather. For example the L-12. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Ona Bowery in leather. other smart bag companies like oberwerth. if you want a leather bag on the cheap which looks good, you can’t go wrong with MegaGear, which are sold on Amazon Also try Acme if you don’t want leather or Billingham like the Hadley digital Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Ona Bowery in leather. other smart bag companies like oberwerth. if you want a leather bag on the cheap which looks good, you can’t go wrong with MegaGear, which are sold on Amazon Also try Acme if you don’t want leather or Billingham like the Hadley digital ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/384791-question-a-different-take-on-a-bag-for-the-q-series/?do=findComment&comment=4916544'>More sharing options...
Bent Posted November 20, 2023 Share #17 Posted November 20, 2023 Think Tank Mirrorless Mover 10 is very small, camera, couple of cards and a battery. There is a handle, a strap if you want or as I do: belt buckle. Very handy. Black rain cover included, covers everything. Don't think it can get any smalerl and less obtrusive than this. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/384791-question-a-different-take-on-a-bag-for-the-q-series/?do=findComment&comment=4916551'>More sharing options...
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