Tenba 638-423 Messenger DNA 8 Bag for Camera - Cobalt

Was considering this against the Peak Design 13 but glad I went with this. As well as being cheaper, the quality is excellent, it has pockets everywhere and has an all important top zip for easy camera access. Taking out the insert is easy to make it more an everyday bag. The 13 is not too big and not too small, suits me very well. Graphite is a very nice colour too. Well recommended.

This Tenba Messenger DNA 13 is a messenger-bag style carry bag suitable for DSLR cameras. Compared with my other camera bags, I must say this is the most useful and my most favourite. I have Tenba DNA 11 and 15, got them only because 13 was not avaliable. The DNA 11 is very handy to carry a DSLR camera with 24-70 plus a 70-200, but there is no space for my MacBook Pro 13". The DNA 15 is big enough to carry my laptop and camera with 3-4 lenses plus several other things. However, when I need more than 3 lenses, I'd prefer a backsack bag. For all easy walk around or carrying lenses but need for handy lense change during a busy event shooting, I see the DNA 13 is just my ideal. I have a Think Tank Urban Disguise carry bag. It's very good and strong for travel. But DNA 13 is much lighter and a bit more compact, hence ideal for travel. It doesn't look like a camera bag, a total "desguise", and much more casual looking than Think Tank Urban Disguise. The DNA 13 also has a stylish design, and secure and comfortable shouder syrap. Highly recommended.

Unfortunately, these reviews are asked for before any opportunity has existed for exhaustive testing, especially for an outdoor product at this time of year. The very versatility of the bag's construction means that it can hold a suitable amount of equipment that is accessible from a variety of orifices. There's a zip in the top flap and a zipped pocket for small items. There are spaces for documents and the magnetic catches mean that all compartments can be easily accessed by sliding them open . I am very impressed with the design of this bag. It is not an inexpensive item but one's camera equipment is valuable and deserves decent protection so I was pleased that the bag comes with its own packamac!

This is my second Tenba messenger camera bag, I was very happy with the old one but the material on the back of that design was a magnet for stray Velcro hooks, and had become very tatty as a result. The DNA 11 does not have this problem. I use it as a Flight carry on bag and throughout my holidays. Inside I have, DSLR, with one lense, a flash (Nikon speedflash), a compact super zoom camera, an iPad Air together with spare batteries, len cleaners (LensPen), and dust blower. These easily fit and a held in place with the adjustable dividers. Everything can be accessed by opening the flap at the front (which really does have silent Velcro)! And there is also quick access to the camera and iPad using the alternative access zipper on the top. At the rear is another zipped pocket ideal for all travel docments and a Kindle. In the front a zippered pocket for my iPhone.On a plane, it is ideal as it will fit under the seat, so no struggle to find space in the overhead lockers.It exudes quality, looks good and is very well made.

I bought the DNA13 bag after seeing a friend with it and later buying my wife the DNA15.I needed a bag which had a top opening that I can open without undoing straps. Something I can throw quickly over my shoulder and hold a camera with several lenses. The DNA13 meets all my criteria.I used to have a Manfrotto messenger bag which didn't fare well in professional use. The inside lining ripped easily and the inside pockets were awfully arranged with no real way to customise it. The Tenba is almost the exact opposite. It feels much stronger and sturdier. The inside dividers can come out and be moved around however you like.The quiet velcro is a neat touch although in reality I don't really use it. I just leave the top unzipped if I am in a church and just get my stuff out that way. The shoulder strap is nice and wide meaning it feels quite comfortable on your shoulder.Whilst it is not the cheapest messenger bag. Overall it is a very very well thought out and I believe very good value for money. If you want cheap. This is not for you. If you want something of good quality, will survive the demands of professional use and look fairly stylish. I have no hesitation in recommending the DNA13 (Or DNA15 if you want something larger!)