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Keep your gear safe from harm with one of these expert picks.

To find the best camera bags for traveling, I spoke to eight photographers.

best camera bags for travel photographers

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Ahead is a range of eight styles fromcrossbody bagsto backpacks, and all are travel-approved.

I love the pocket system.

Its cute and professional but doesnt look like a camera bag which is ideal for theft prevention.

The Lyra Camera Backpack

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Plus, it even has a hanging SD memory card holder.

It’s worth every penny, Shahanska raves.

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I love being able to have just one bag that can adapt to fit so many of my needs.

The crossbody style is adjustable so Mack can tailor it to the key in of shoot that shes on.

Ive tested my sling everywhere: multi-week international trips, backcountry hiking, high-end production sets.

Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L Bone

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It thrives in any environment, she says.

The Rogue bag is available in 3-, 6-, and 9-liter bags as well as seven stylish colors.

Its reasonable price point and lifetime warranty make it even more exciting to recommend!

WANDRD All-New PRVKE Photography Travel Backpack & Photography Bundle

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Its super durable and padded, she says.

I love that it doesnt stand out as a traditional camera bag making it more discrete for security reasons.

Rudd says she can fit four to six lenses in the backpack, plus a camera and her laptop.

WANDRD ROGUE 9L Sling

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She also uses it for personal trips, saying, Its perfect and keeps me from overpacking!

This bag has traveled the world with me, in rain, snow, and sand, she says.

The bonus is the straps are comfortable for those long hikes or long airport hauls.

Peak Design Everyday Sling 6L

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