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Just before my oldest daughter was born five years ago, I got my first DSLR (digital single-lens reflex) camera – a Canon EOS Rebel XSi – so I could take a million or so pictures of our soon-to-arrive baby girl. At first I only knew how to turn it on, set it on auto, and point and shoot. But since then, I’ve been working slowly and steadily to learn how to use all the settings and improve my photography skills, and my camera has become a well-loved friend and companion.
This is the big, black beast of a camera bag we got at the same time. Holy Hannah, this thing is huge and fugly! I honestly can’t remember the last time I actually carried my camera in this thing. I have enough to carry around with two kids, one of whom is still in diapers. The last thing I need is another big bag to haul around!
And that pretty little thing next to it? That’s my Camera Coat!
- Lightweight? Check!
- Portable? Check!
- Cute? Check!
As a mom and a blogger, I like to keep my camera with me as much as possible. I never know when something will grab my eye, and I want my camera easily accessible. Rather than drag around the humungous camera bag, I often throw my camera in my purse. And yes, that’s a bad idea for any camera. So this lightweight and lightly padded camera bag from Camera Coats is a lifesaver! It’s just what I needed to protect my camera from bangs, dings, and scratches in my purse and from everyday use.
I chose the waterproof Glimmer of Paris camera coat with the matching strap. I seriously love this print. The black and white damask is so classically chic, and the black has a a very pretty sparkle to it. The outside is waterproof, laminated cotton. The inside is also cotton, and each Camera Coat has light padding built in. The wide Velcro tab is really strong – there’s no way my camera can fall out of this thing which makes it a perfect camera bag for busy moms and for travel. There are also three slim pockets on the front, just right for securing your lens cap, extra SD cards, a battery, or other small items.
The matching camera strap feels secure to me, but for safety’s sake it would be nice to see more reinforcement where the strap is sewn in. I did notice some loose threads left over from the sewing, but they were easily snipped off to tidy things up.
See that little white strap in the corner? That’s a nice feature that lets me attach my Camera Coat to the camera strap. So when I take my camera out, I don’t have to hold the coat under my arm or shove it in my pocket, or worse yet, accidentally drop it somewhere. The Camera Coat itself is so light that it’s not a problem to let it just hang out there, and when I’m done I can just pop the camera back in, close the flap, and be off to my next photo op.
Each Camera Coat is handmade in the US from high quality water and weatherproof fabrics, and they come in five sizes to fit almost every camera. Each coat also has a matching camera strap that you can purchase separately. They have a range of designs, including more neutral and guy-friendly designs as well, so I think a Camera Coat and strap set would make a great gift for any photographer in your life!
The Camera Coat is just right for daytripping and trips in your carry on luggage. If you want full protection from falls, airline baggage handlers, and other scary camera mishaps, then use the big bulky bag. But for portability and looks, a Camera Coat is a great option to keep your camera dry and safe from dings, scratches, and everyday bumps on the go.
Camera Coats Community Partnership
I just want to share one more thing that makes me like Camera Coats even more. They partner with TURN Community Services to provide gainful employment for the adults with disabilities who package and ship out each Camera Coat. Bravo!
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Camera Coats retail for $45, and the matching strap for $25. You can buy directly from Camera Coats or shop at their newest partner, Adorama.
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I love the black case with the green and white floral on the inside!! I would need a standard size fingers crossed I win!! 🙂
| love the Red Damask in standard size
I would pick the black and white damask as shown in standard size.
Love the Allie Chevron in the standard size.
I would pick the black and white damask in the standard size. I love the paisley pattern.
Wow! What a great review and stunning pictures! We are glad you like our products as much as we do!
Thanks again! We’ll be referring customers to your site for the code and great info!
Emily
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I like the Red Damask in Large Standard. Thanks for the opportunity – looks like a great camera bag!
I like the Mod Dot DSLR Camera Bag — think I would need the Standard size.
My favourite is the Cute Camera Bag for Women | Mustard Yellow Damask {*WaterProof} Rain Slicky. I think I’d need the standard size too. Not too sure of sizing since this would be present – would let you know if I was lucky enough to win 🙂
I would chose Allie Chevron in large standard size for my Nikon D50
I like the Gray on Gray Chevron and I would need a Standard Size for my Canon Rebel!
Allie Chevron in the Standard size
Love the red damask on large
I love the Fitted Padded Camera Pouch | Lucy Chevron {Water Repellent}in standard size
I would love to have the Camo Camera Bag in a standard size
I’d get the camo waterproof bag in large.
I would choose Best Camera Bag for Men | Alpine Nylon {Ultra Padded & Splash Proof} Black, in Large Standard.
I like the Camera Bag for DSLR Camera | Sweet Drop Rain Slicky (*Waterproof)
I would like to win the Drop Rain Slicky, Size: Pro from Camera Coats.
I like the Navy Padded Camera Bag for Travel | DSLR Camera Gear | Alpine Nylon {Ultra Padded & WaterResistant} in the standard size.
the DSLR Camera Bag for Travel | Brown Chic Chevron {Water Resistant} Cotton Jacket in Standard would be my choice.
Photography Club Top Pick | Gray Dots {*Waterproof} Rain Slicky in Standard size 🙂
I’d get the Aqua Navy Chevron {*WaterProof} Rain Slicky | Travel bag in standard size.
Alpine Nylon {Ultra Padded & Splash Proof} Black in SIZES PRO or Short Pro
NAVY PADDED BAG FOR TRAVEL
I like the hipster grape bag.
‘Camo’ra bag…couldn’t resist 🙂 in large! 🙂
I like the Allie Chevron I think standard size.
I’d pick the Best Camera Bag for Men | Alpine Nylon {Ultra Padded & Splash Proof} Black | Great Photographer gift
I like the Biker Bag in Black/Large
I like Mod Dot DSLR Camera Bag for Disneyland or any Trip | Rain Slicky (*Waterproof) in standard size.
I like glimmer of Paris
I’d love a large standard size in the Glimmer of Paris/Black Damask {*WaterProof} Print.
Cute DSLR Camera Bag Pink Charlotte Rain Slicky {*Waterproof} in Large Standard
I like the black and white damask and I like the large standard size
I like the hipster blueberry waterproof rain slicky in standard size.
Camo Camera Bag | Cordura Water Repellant Coated dwr | Travel Bag for Camera – Canon 70D Large Standard
I would like the Mod Dot DSLR Camera Bag for Disneyland or any Trip | Rain Slicky in standard size.
Standard size DSLR camera bag in the lucy chevron!
I would pick GeoMod if it could be made in a Large Standard. Of the available choices, I would go with Red Damask in Large Standard.
I like the Pink Charlotte Rain Slicky, Pro size!
I would get the short pro and the Best Camera Bag for Men | Alpine Nylon for a friend who is a photographer in Guatemala.
I love the Cute Camera Bag for Canon or Nikon | Shabby Jean Jacket | Yellow Polka Dot Inside | Water Resistant
i would pick the aqua/navy chevron waterproof travel bag.
I like the DSLR Camera Bag for Travel | Brown Chic Chevron {Water Resistant} Cotton Jacket
i love love love this chevron patterned one cute!! Camera Bags for Traveling | Allie Chevron in short pro size