Looking for a compact camera bag for my Canon EOS R100 setup.

Question

I just picked up the Canon R100 with the kit 18-45mm lens and the little 50mm prime for a wedding I'm going to in Chicago next month and I need a bag that actually fits this tiny setup without being huge. I'm really trying to keep things as light as possible since I'm already carrying a bunch of other stuff for the trip.

Right now I'm torn between two very different options:

Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L: I love how it looks and the build quality seems top notch but $90 is almost what I paid for the lens lol. Is it overkill for such a small body?

Lowepro Adventura SH 115 II: This one is way cheaper and seems like it would fit the R100 perfectly but I worry it might be too cramped if I want to bring my charger or an extra battery.

My budget is max $100 but I'd rather spend less if I can. Does anyone have the R100 and know if it fits comfortably in the PD 3L with a second lens? Or should I just go with something even smaller like a generic pouch and throw it in my main backpack? I really want something that feels secure but doesnt look like a massive camera bag when I'm walking around the city...

michael.thompson · Accepted Answer

You might want to consider that the Lowepro is gonna be real tight with two lenses... I would suggest the Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L v2 instead. It fits the R100 and both lenses without a struggle.

extra room for batteries

solid weatherproofing

doesnt scream camera bag Be careful with generic pouches tho, they dont protect the lens mount well. The PD is worth the cash for sure.

centralparklover · Answer

Regarding what #2 said about "Jumping in here bc I've used a ton...", I totally agree that slings beat generic pouches! I ran some volume density tests recently and found these amazing gems:

Think Tank Mirrorless Mover 10 V2.0: Love the metal hardware and YKK zippers! The high-density foam is incredible protection for the R100.

Tenba Skyline v2 8 Shoulder Bag: Fantastic 600D water-repellent fabric! Its super light at 0.6 lbs and wont break the bank.

ElectricEel · Answer

Jumping in here bc I've used a ton of bags over the years. Honestly, the Hex Ranger Black Mini Sling is a sleeper hit for small kits. In my experience, it fits that R100 plus both lenses way better than those basic pouches. Its around $65 and doesnt look like a camera bag at all in Chicago. Fits your charger and batteries easily too, ngl. Way better value.