A large cloth-over-cardboard divider runs the width of the bag, held in place with Velcro flaps. The main pocket is coated in a padded cloth material much like any other camera bag.
For that, the Brixton is as good as any other camera/laptop bag. Of course, as stylish as the Brixton is, it still has to do its job: hold stuff and keep it safe from point A to point B. Features The stylish look highlights a camera bag that can still hold all of your stuff securely. If you want to avoid the perils of casual shoulder usage, you can also use the sturdy leather handle. While comfortable, it was so smooth that it actually slipped off once or twice when casually slung over one shoulder. The padded shoulder strap is made of what appears to be nylon, which is woven in a thick pattern that feels strong, with a smooth texture similar to a seat-belt. The bag is a good size overall-neither obnoxiously large or uselessly small-and the strap can be shortened or extended as needed. The Brixton's exterior measures about 16.5 inches wide by about 11 inches tall, with five inches of depth. It's not a design feature all messenger bags have, and it shows an attention to detail on behalf of the designer. To our delight, the flap has small wings that fold in for extra protection against the elements. The flap covers the central storage area as well as two front exterior pockets. It looks like something Indiana Jones would carry around, if he ever got tired of his satchel.Īll three colors feature leather straps, which slot through brass hardware buckles to keep the main flap closed. It's a classic design that looks like something Indiana Jones would carry around. in a good way.Īvailable in Smoke, Black, and "Ranger Tan" colorways, the Brixton is made primarily of a waterproof waxed canvas with leather accents.
Design Like something your dad would've owned. This camera may be all about looks on the outside, but it's still a camera bag through-and-through-Velcro dividers and all. But its stylish looks belie an interior that can easily stash multiple DSLRs, lenses, a 13-inch laptop, tablet, and all the assorted gear you could need for a day's worth of shooting. One of the most talked about bags of this new stylish generation, the ONA Brixton (MSRP $279.99, ships free), doesn't come cheap. But in recent years camera bags have become more stylish, utilizing materials like leather, waxed canvas, and more buckles than you can shake a stick at. Generally when we're discussing camera bags, we're looking at a host of padded, frumpy, utilitarian containers designed strictly to protect all that sweet, sweet camera gear.