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Packing a camera backpack or bag well can mean the difference between the equipment

making it safely to its destination, or alternatively becoming damaged in transit.

Worst case aside, there are other bene�ts to putting thought into the packing process and

what is physically included in the setup, including getting the most out of the space available

and preparing for unexpected scenarios where additional equipment could come in useful.

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The below points should help to highlight what considerations to make when preparing for a

vacation, extended shoot, or business meeting.

When packing the backpack

Most camera backpack come equipped with compartments constructed from a variety of

padded materials, typically divided up by Velcro attachments. In most cases, these divides can

be manipulated to create custom compartments of different sizes, depending upon the

equipment owned and being carried.

When packing gear into said compartments, care should be taken to ensure that the �t of

equipment into a compartment is like slipping on a glove. There should be no scope for

movement of the camera or accessory within the designated compartment, as this could lead

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to damage if the bag is subject to sudden movements. For the same reasons, each compartment

should be limited to holding just one item.

Any attachments or peripherals should either be completely dismantled and stored separately

within their own compartments, or at the very least �tted tightly to the camera. Any bumps or

jolts, or pressure applied to the bag in transit, could snap off a loosely �tted attachment,

damaging not only the accessory, but potentially the DSLR.

Considerations when traveling abroad

When traveling, it’s important to consider how the method of transport could affect what you

should and should not carry, as well as the best way to carry equipment. Generally, this will only

apply to travelling by airline, and there are two main points to cover.

Firstly, though it may be tempting to take numerous spare batteries for a long vacation or work

away from home, it’s important to remember that there are limitations to the volume of lithium

that can be taken on a �ight; lithium is the main component of most DSLR batteries. With the

cost of such batteries being what it is, the last thing you need is to dispose of them at the gate,

so it’s best to take no more than two.

Secondly, it’s strongly advised to take camera backpacks onto the �ight, as opposed to

checking them into the luggage hold. Checking a camera backpack exposes the equipment to

two main risks; theft or damage. Though this may mean sacri�cing some capacity for other

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carry-on luggage, main airlines will allow a secondary bag as a carry-on if it is a laptop or

camera backpack, though rules vary from one airline to another, and particularly with the

increase in security over recent years.

Finally, if security is a concern, there are many simple accessories that can alleviate some of the

stress of carrying around a bag packed full of expensive equipment. Consider backpacks that

come with chest straps to keep them securely attached to you from both sides, bags that

support miniature padlocks on the zippers, or even GPS or Bluetooth inserts that can allow

tracking from a smartphone. There are many simple things that can be done to reduce the risk

of misplaced or stolen belongings.

Additional gear that may be required

Once the essential equipment is packed, it can be easy to overlook simple extras that may be

situational, yet very useful. One such extra that takes up very minimal space in a camera

backpack is a pack of lens-cleaning wipes. When shooting outdoors, there’s no telling when dirt

could cloud the lens; wiping it with anything unsuited for the job can smear the dirt as opposed

to cleaning it, so these can be a lifesaver.

Another situational piece of equipment is a waterproof case, something that should always be

carried by photographers who shoot underwater, but one that could also be useful to anybody

travelling abroad who �nds themselves in a scenario where they have the opportunity for some

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aquatic photography. Similarly, this type of case can prevent you from missing out on some

incredible shots as a result of weather conditions.

Of course, there are more common accessories that will likely make it into the camera

backpack, too. These include the additional batteries as mentioned above, battery chargers, SD

memory cards, straps, and other basic supplementary pieces of equipment. Ideally, these

should be kept in separate zips or pouches away from the main compartment of the backpack. 

Not only does this prevent smaller items from knocking around and scratching the camera or

lens, but it also maintains a neater and tidier setup, something that can make all the difference

when creating a �rst impression with a client.

Final points

There can be a temptation to carry every little piece of equipment owned, simply because it �ts

into a backpack or “makes sense” to travel with everything as one. In contrast, careful thought

should be put into what equipment is required and what can be left behind. Sometimes, it’s

useful to own more than one camera backpack of varying sizes, so that different bags and their

compartments can be set up for different journeys of varying length.

And �nally, once everything has its place and its packaged �rmly within a padded

compartment, consider customizing the camera backpack with your own personality.

Keychains, stickers and other accessories not only give a unique touch to an otherwise

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Conclusion

Packing a camera backpack isn’t an exercise in making everything �t into the bag with no

regard to positioning; equipment should be stored securely, individually and with no scope for

movement in transit.

Thought should be put into what equipment is essential for the job at hand, well in advance of

the packing itself. By keeping these principles in mind, your gear is more likely to make it to its

destination in one piece, and you’ll have everything you need.

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