Hello fellow travelers. In May, I will be heading to Prague and Budapest for what will be my first trip to Europe. I plan on taking my Canon PowerShot camera. I found this bag online and was wondering if it is too large to be used as a day bag while touring and exploring the sites. Measurements are as follows: 301639cm/11.86.315.5".
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QJW3BXX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Thank you for the feedback.
Too large, keep it compact and only carry what you need into the field. Daytime I take the long lens, night I use the wide F1.6.
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Of course I have a smaller cheaper camera. But that cross body bag keeps the camera close when I might need it or I can slide the pack to my back and get it out of my way in the bar. Set me back 3.000 forints ($9) in a shop in the Nyugati Train Station underground complex.
not familiar with the current generation of powershot cameras but if yours is a compact then it may be too large. however, as you said, as a day bag, I believe it should have enough room for all your other stuff. on the other hand, if your camera is a full frame dslr/mirrorless and you carry multiple lenses and accessories then you will need a bigger bag. i use a shoulder bag for my a7 4 and 3 gm zooms. i also carry a canvas tote for my water bottle, sunglass, sometimes a sweater/jacket, pills, and other bits and pieces. not fun but that's what i bargained for.
Have you checked out Peak Designs? Their bags are built for camera carrying people. Your Canon power shot is small and compact and will be perfect. A large bag would be over kill. But Peak has great camera straps that you might find convenient.
I brought my Sony mirrorless and prime lens on a RS trip and it fit fine into my Pacsafe messenger bag. I prefer to stay minimal when I can.
I have a Sony point and shoot similar to your Canon. I bought a leather wrap around case and a fabulous strap from Peak and just wear it around my neck. Yes, I look like a full blown tourist, but I don’t miss a shot and anyone who sees me will never see me again. Hahaha.
Thank you all for the great feedback and the information of various brands.
The Rick Steves Civita day pack is on sale right now for $19.95 + shipping - it measures 14" x 11" x 5 ½"
https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/civita-day-pack
It is quite handy as a day pack, with enough room to hold a water bottle, foldable rain jacket or sweater, camera, power bank, etc. If, however, you're only looking for a camera bag, it may be larger than you need.
But if carrying a camera like the PowerShot, I'd be more concerned with what else I would need while out for the day touring.
I carry a smaller mirrorless camera body and lens. I use a crossbody camera bag made by Tenba (available in Amazon.com); specifically their DNA series bags. These come in several sizes, are very high quality and 100% water proof - even if you should need to set them down in a puddle of water :) They are built specifically for photography equipment BUT have no easy-to-read logos or trade names the shouting to the world I have something of value in this bag! They open up in two ways: 1) opening a large flap for direct access to everything, or 2) thru a single zipper on the top surface for quick access to a specific item.
I prefer crossbody setups because I can easily get into it (no need to take it off of my back) and I can easily prevent others from doing so. When in crowds I swing to the front of me and hung it - I can always control access to it - never out of my sight. The "camera" insert can easily be removed allowing me to use it for any other general purpose need.
