The Story Behind The Bag

Camera bag designs are based on very real photographers' needs. Here are some of their stories.

By Jon Sienkiewicz

Published December 1, 2006

No piece of camera equipment says more about its owner than the ubiquitous gadget bag. They come in all sizes and colors, every shape and configuration, and they have been constructed from just about every material under the sun. The best gadget bag designs are born from photographers’ needs. Every major bag company has cultivated a network of users who provide real-world input and help refine product development.

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