![]() ![]() I chose one of the smallest of the ONA messenger style bags. So I took the plunge and to be honest, whilst on sale, the cost was actually not outrageous. But like any pursuit it is no fun finding the hidden treasure on the first go. So in hindsight it would have probably been more economical to have gotten it right the first time and gone straight to a premium brand. And when I think about the cost, I also think about the fact that the added cost of several lesser bags I have tried that I have either given up on or they have deteriorated very quickly, would be comparable. With these bags you do pay premium dollars, but you definitely get what you pay for. No more than a red dot where the non-Leica version has brass. For Leica users they even have a special range with very subtle Leica markings. Leather accents and brass buckles and fixings highlight the look and usability of these bags. Each design, for the most part, comes in a range of all leather finishes as well as a range of different colour waxed canvas. They have a handful of great designs that range from small to very large messenger bags and even backpacks. They are of exceptional quality and are made from premium leather and waxed canvas. I had always overlooked these as they seemed to be a premium brand out of my reach of affordability. Then I came across ONA bags in a Melbourne camera store. Plus, wearing a backpack makes me very hot especially if I am out walking for any period of time. So I often found I would be removing my backpack and carrying it awkwardly in front of me when in such a situation. And that also makes for a security issue if in a crowded area or even on a crowded train. Backpacks are very convenient for carrying gear, especially when travelling, but access to your gear is all behind you. But never have I owned one that I ever truly felt comfortable with. So over the years I have acquired several decent and even great camera bags. ![]() I wanted a stylish street photography bag that was compact, weather resistant and comfortable. Even with many of them releasing ‘street series’ bags, they still look like camera bags. I don’t understand why camera bag manufacturers feel the need to brand their gear so significantly. And when travelling I would rather not advertise that I am likely to be carrying thousands of dollars of equipment. Some of them are just so obviously camera bags. And that is a big problem with camera bags. No good having a discrete camera whilst carrying a bright yellow bulky bag that just screams photographer. And that is especially important for Street Photography too. With smaller and lighter gear I am able to pursue a more subtle style of camera bag. The bags themselves can weigh several kilograms even empty. I cannot believe now the size of the camera bags I used to carry. I have talked in past blogs about my DSLR days and carrying such heavy and bulky gear. ![]() Or, at times, it is tough to find a bag that you actually like. It is an endless pursuit as our gear changes regularly or the needs of the day require different gear to be with me. Like most photographers I know that suffer some form of GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome), I am forever searching for a ‘better’ bag to carry my camera gear. ![]()
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