Basically, finding a perfect medium camera bag can be tricky. You don't want it too small that it can't hold additional lenses, but if it's too big, it can get heavy fast.
A lot of camera gear also tends toward the masculine side, which makes it extra hard. But I've done the research and gathered a list of bags that can fit some extra items while still looking cute and classy.
Here are some of my favorite medium camera bags for women with the pros & cons of each one. I'm sure you'll find something you love!
11 Medium Camera Bags for Women
We define medium camera bags as bigger than a lunchbox, but still the small enough that you can wear on your shoulder.
Most of these can carry a DSLR camera and a few lenses, but might not be able to carry a long zoom lens. Some of these also have tripod straps or pockets as well.
1. Canvas Messenger Bag
Pros:
- Spacious enough to hold other essentials like headphones, notebooks, a water bottle, etc.
- Can fit a small laptop or tablet alongside your camera and lenses
- Sturdy, padded material to keep your things secure
Cons:
- No designated strap or pocket for your tripod
2. Crossbody Leather Camera Bag
Pros:
- Removable padded interior case protects standard DSLR and small accessories
- Multiple zippered, flap, and slip pockets for other daily essentials
- Can be carried by the top handle or worn crossbody or as a shoulder bag
- A good medium-sized camera bag, not too big or small
Cons:
- Side pockets don't stretch which limits what you can fit inside them
3. Leather Purse Camera Bag
Pros:
- Fits standard DSLR with lens and small accessories
- Padded dividers that can be removed if you want to use the bag as a purse in the future
- Can be carried by the top handles, worn over the shoulder, or worn as a crossbody bag
Cons:
- It doesn't fit large extra lenses
4. Mosiso Camera Backpack
Pros:
- Back compartment for a 16" laptop and front compartments for camera and lenses
- 2 side pockets for a tripod, water bottle, or umbrella
- 1 hidden, anti-theft zippered pocket for your important items
Cons:
- According to some reviewers, the bag was larger than expected, so keep that in mind if you don't want a huge bag
5. Anti-Theft Camera Backpack
Pros:
- Password padlock on zipper for anti-theft protection
- Main compartment divided into 2 parts to separate the camera and other essentials
- Can easily fit camera, laptop, notebooks, water bottle, and more
- USB charging port included
Cons:
- Some of the pockets inside have no zippers, so accessories could slide out in your bag
6. Kelly Moore Woodstock Bag
Pros:
- The bag has nineteen different pockets of varying size!
- Fits a tablet or laptop up to 15"
- Holds a pro camera and 2-3 lenses
Cons:
- No straps or pockets for your tripod
7. Simple Gray Camera Backpack
Pros:
- Backpack has a drawer-like lower compartment for your camera and gear
- Upper compartment designed to fit clothes, an iPad, or other equipment
- Made from water-resistant material that also comes in dark gray
Cons:
- One reviewer noted it was difficult to fit their 15" laptop
8. Blue Canvas Messenger Bag with Buckles
Pros:
- Spacious enough to hold other essentials like headphones, notebooks, a water bottle, etc.
- Can fit a small laptop or tablet alongside your camera and lenses
- Sturdy, padded material to keep your things secure
Cons:
- No designated strap or pocket to carry a tripod
9. JoTotes Gracie Bag
This is the bag I used when I first got a new camera! I love that it looked like a pretty, feminine purse, but still kept my gear safe and secure.
Here's my full review of this medium camera bag, with more pictures of the pockets and interior.
Pros:
- Real leather exterior with soft cotton interior
- Protective foam inside and metal feet on the bottom to keep bag sturdy
- Seven pockets that give you plenty of space for you camera, gear, and everyday essentials
Cons:
- No designated pocket or space for tripod or water bottle
10. GoGroove DSLR Camera Backpack
Pros:
- Adjustable interior dividers to help separate extra lenses or gear
- An additional padded compartment that can fit a small laptop or tablet
- Lots of zippered pockets
- Backpacks are great medium camera bags, because they can fit a lot in a small footprint
Cons:
- A small percentage of reviewers have stated the stitching in the straps isn't durable long-term
11. Kamrette Lyra Camera Backpack
Pros:
- Designed to carry your camera body, a lens up to 8 inches long, and 2-3 additional lenses
- 3 additional zip pockets in front and four slip pockets
- The rear compartment can fit a 16" laptop
Cons:
- Side pockets are not large enough for extra items like a tripod or water bottle
Looking for a camera bag can feel impossible sometimes, but the right bag is worth the search.
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