After purchasing your camera, the next most important accessory to pick up is a good camera bag, like one of the many Lowepro camera bags. It’s very important to get the right camera bag, since it protects your camera when you take it with you. Cameras and lenses require the care and protection of a camera bag to keep from being scratched or broken. So pick the right bag and protect your camera!

Fortunately, picking the right camera bag is not as tough as picking the camera itself. There are many different types of camera bags that cater to different needs and different types of cameras. For instance, a professional photographer would have a bigger SLR camera with many lenses and other accessories, and will likely carry a second or even third camera. That would require a bigger bag. For a non-professional photographer, a smaller and tougher bag is better to store their camera and accessories.

Here is a short guide describing the various types of Lowepro camera bags:

1. The Holdster pack – It’s a very light weight bag which is very easy to open, so that your camera is always accessible. This bag is often made with belt loops, so you have the option of attaching it to your belt if you’re only carrying a little equipment. The Lowepro Topload Bag is a good example of a Holdster pack.
2. Belt pack – These bags are attached to the belt of the wearer. They are easy to carry because of a comfortable distribution of weight. Just remember that you’ll probably have to take this bag off when you want to sit. The Lowepro Orion mini bag is one such belt pack.
3. Shoulder bags – These are larger bags with a shoulder strap that you can sling across your body, which are handy for the bike riding photographer. They can carry many more accessories and they’re perfect for professionals.
4. Backpacks – If you plan to use multiple cameras, or have so much equipment that you need more space, then you’ll want a camera backpack. These are great for everyone from the professional to the just-for-fun photographer.

Lowepro camera bags are great for photography enthusiasts because they are designed with photographers in mind. I hope this guide helped you choose the right bag for you!

Guest blogger: Anirudh