Basic shoulder bag styles provide convenient access to frequently-used accessories, or you can opt for more robust DSLR and mirrorless fitted casesthat protect cameras and lens attachments against everyday wear and tear and weather-related exposure. Here are the outside dimensions for the V1 and V2 versions of each different size of a Peak Design Camera Cube. Note that there are two new sizes available in version two.

This is a bag that’s going to last for a long time, so while it’s definitely a bit pricey, it certainly looks and feels like it will be with you for decades or more. The warranty is only 1 year though, which is a little disappointing. Dual flaps for storage/separation; side access to camera cube; rear panel conceals straps; dividers in the cube.If you’re a professional photographer with multiple lenses using an expensive DSLR or mirrorless camera, the F-Stop PRO ICU is a camera bag insert well worth considering.

A camera insert (aka camera bag dividers) is a protective shell in a camera bag that surrounds your equipment with padded dividers to prevent it from moving around in transit. This bag is definitely heavier than other bags of the same capacity, but that might be due to the extra protection provided by the top flap. Next, attach velcro to the sides of the camera bag inserts so that when they lift up, they correctly attach to the main supports surrounding the camera and lenses. Rear padded portion features some serious padding and a unique design to increase airflow while hiking. The Thule Aspect is well constructed and the materials feel like they’ll last a good long time. The zippers have glove-friendly pulls, the straps are well padded, and the bag holds its shape enough to stand up on its own. It’s not particularly weather-proof (especially the zippers) and doesn’t come with a rain cover. Size-wise it fits easily in the overhead compartment of most planes and even under the seat of some others.

Design and features

The new V2 Camera Cubes together with the range of Flex dividers are said to be 10-15% lighter than the first generation, making your gear load a little less heavy without sacrificing all the protection and weatherproof durability that comes with it. To gain a better perspective on ‘Looks’, (as well as ‘Fit’, and ‘X-Factor’), I asked my wife (5ft 7” / 175cm) to weigh in with her opinion too. Capacity: 20L (+3) | Dimensions: 13.70 x 10.63 x 19.21 in (34.8 x 27 x 48.79 cm) | Weight: 5.72 lbs (2.59 kg) | LowePro ProTactic 450 AW II Review Peak Design’s zips are really the best in the industry – sure, they’re durable and water-resistant, but they glide so smoothly you’ll find yourself playing with them all the time.

recycled 400D nylon shell feels tough and rip-proof. Zippers and straps are good quality too. A lifetime guarantee is a welcome addition, especially if you’ll be using this for airline travel. The camera compartment comes with a customisable divider system and a storm-flap to keep out rain and dust, which adds to its all-weather (AW) rating. Everything seems well made and like it will hold together well.

Learning About Camera Bag Inserts and Bag Dividers

If you do use a regular bag, you should ensure it is protected by using any clothing you have in the bag to encase the camera and prevent it from jolting around.

Although the Jumper is small, you can fit a surprising amount of gear in it – I managed to squeeze my full-frame camera, drone, 14″ laptop and two medium-sized lenses, plus a load of smaller gadgets. It’s more of an everyday camera bag than something that professionals with multiple camera bodies would use. Following their success with the original PRVKE, WANDRD has created a larger product lineup under the same name. They’ve even created accompanying camera cubes, which we’ll be looking at in this review—mainly the Essential Deep Camera Cube. WANDRD Essential Deep Camera Cube | It’s an accessory, but how does it fare on its own? The Zippers on the V1 were placed around the edges of the front lid, leaving bezels you had to slide stuff underneath for the corners. The V2 Camera Cubes now have them around the actual edges, so when you open the lid, the full space is easily accessible, right into the very corners. Lift up each side and pin and stitch them together around the central storage area, trimming any excess foam from the corners and sides. The foam dividers work really well too. (Tamrac claims that it used over 10 foam types in the construction of this bag!)The height-adjustable shoulder straps are unique in the way that they can be adjusted – a lot of design consideration has gone into this. The straps themselves are amazingly comfortable with their moulded design.