The Ultimate ONA Camera Bag Buying Guide
Founded by Tracy Foster, ONA (pronounced ō’na) is a stylish brand of handcrafted camera bags, which started a revolution in quality design back in 2010. With the rise of Mirrorless cameras many photographers these days are turning to ONA bags as they seem to be the perfect houses for their daily photography kit.
If you’re looking for a suitable home for your expensive gear, it only makes sense to invest in a superior bag that’s made of either full-grain cowhide leather, closed-cell foam or even waxed cotton canvas. The designer range of bags will not only keep your gear safe and sound but it’s bound to turn heads when you’re ever out and about. We’ve put together this ONA buying guide to help distinguish the differences between the range of bags.
Listed below are simple infographics, which depict the colours, features, price, dimensions, weight and storage space available for each ONA camera bag.
The current range of ONA camera bags can be organised into three main categories, they are:
- Messenger Bags
- Backpacks
- Shoulder Bags
So without any further ado, we’ll point you in the right direction, starting with:
MESSENGER BAGS
THE ONA BOWERY CAMERA BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and one to two extra lens.
Example gear: Olympus OM-D E-M5 with an attached M.Zuiko 12-40mm Pro Lens and M.Zuiko 40-150mm.
FEATURES
The Bowery features Italian leather and a removable adjustable strap. A secure tuck-glasp closure keeps your gear from falling out while side weather flaps protect your gear from potential invasion.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of the Bowery measures 10.5″ Length x 7″ High x 4″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 10″ Length x 6″ High x 4″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 995 grams.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Black
- Field Tan
- Smoke
- Antique Cognac (Leather)
- Dark Truffle (Leather)
Corey Middleton says:
Got myself the ONA Bowery bag for my gear on day trips. Very impressed with the quality of the materials & finish. The brass is real & not just ‘plated’ putting it into a class of its own.
Lindsay Philp says:
I have the ONA Bowery in field tan canvas. I bought it for my Fujis (XE-2 and X100s). This bag is absolutely perfect especially the fact that it’s water resistant which is a big plus living in England where sudden rain showers prevail. The bag is exceptionally well constructed and has a quality feel to it. I can comfortably fit the gear I need for the day which often includes taking both bodies out with either the WLC or TLC for the X100s or just the XE-2, a couple of lenses, spare batteries, Lee Seven 5 filter system. It’s very comfortable and the strap stays on your shoulder instead of slipping off. It’s small, neat and looks better the more worn it gets! If my environment was more urban, I would have got the antique cognac leather version. Anything I don’t like about it? Mmmm……nope!
THE ONA PRINCE STREET CAMERA BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to two extra lenses. Additional iPad or 11 inch laptop.
Example gear: Fujifilm X-T1 with an attached XF 18-55mm Lens, XF 35mm f1.4, XF 27mm f2.8 and iPad.
FEATURES
The Prince Street by ONA features hand crafted water-resistant canvas that secures your gear using an antique tuck-glasp. Detailing includes full grain leather details and side weather flaps to protect your gear from the elements.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of the Bowery measures 12.5″ Length x 10″ High x 4.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 12″ Length x 9″ High x 4″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.15 kg.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Field Tan
- Smoke
- Antique Cognac (Leather)
- Dark Truffle (Leather)
THE ONA BRIXTON CAMERA BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to two extra lenses. Additional iPad or 11 inch laptop.
Example gear: Fujifilm X-T1 with an attached XF 18-55mm Lens, XF 35mm f1.4, XF 27mm f2.8 and iPad.
FEATURES
The Prince Street by ONA features hand crafted water-resistant canvas that secures your gear using an antique tuck-glasp. Detailing includes full grain leather details and side weather flaps to protect your gear from the elements.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of the Bowery measures 12.5″ Length x 10″ High x 4.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 12″ Length x 9″ High x 4″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.15 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Black
- Field Tan
- Smoke
- Antique Cognac (Leather)
- Dark Truffle (Leather)
THE ONA BERLIN II CAMERA BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio and portrait photographers who own Leica cameras.
BEST FIT
One Leica M System with attached lens, up to two to three additional lenses and one iPad or iPad Mini.
Example gear: Leica M with an attached Super-Elmar-M 21mm, Tri-Elmar-M 16-18-21mm, Super-Elmar-M 18mm and iPad Mini.
FEATURES
The Berlin II by ONA features a bold Leica red interior with a hand crafted full grain leather that’s only going to age more beautifully over time. The interior is completely customisable to suit whatever Leica M equipment you have inside and to keep the form of The Berlin II camera bag down the top handle is removable.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Berlin II measures 12.5″ Length x 10″ High x 4.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 11″ Length x 8.5″ High x 3.5″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.4 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Vintage Bourbon
THE ONA UNION STREET CAMERA BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to three extra lenses. You can also include in the mix up to a 15″ inch Laptop.
Example gear: Nikon D3200 with an attached 18-55mm Lens, 55-300mm, 35mm and 15″ Macbook Pro.
FEATURES
The Union Street by ONA features a hand crafted naturally milled Italian leather that keeps the modern-day photographer stylish. When travelling locally or abroad The Union Street is able to carry up to 3 lenses aside from the one attached to your camera body. You’ll also be able to bring along your laptop for easy editing and archiving while you’re on the go.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of the Bowery measures 16″ Length x 11″ High x 5.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 15.5″ Length x 10″ High x 5.5″ Deep.
The bag weighs under 2 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Ranger Tan
- Smoke
- Black
- Walnut (Leather)
THE ONA ASTORIA CAMERA BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens, an additional camera body and up to five extra lenses. You can also include up to a 13 to 15″ inch Laptop.
Example gear: Canon EOS 7D MK II with an attached 24-70mm, Canon 5D MK III Body, 50mm, 35mm, 85mm and 15″ Macbook Pro.
FEATURES
The Astoria by ONA features a hand crafted water-resistant waxed canvas that will keep your equipment safe. Full grain leather is a fixture throughout the bag, which will appeal to the photographer who beckons style and class. For the avid traveller a discreet luggage sleeve will opt as the perfect luggage attachment and when it’s not in use you’ll be able to store small items away with ease. The ability to add a laptop in the range of 13-15″ makes this case the perfect camera bag for the working photographer.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of the Bowery measures 16″ Length x 11″ High x 7″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 15.5″ Length x 10.5″ High x 6″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.6 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Dark Tan
BACKPACKS
THE ONA CAMPS BAY BACKPACK
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio, fashion and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to seven additional lenses. The Camps Bay Backpack will also hold a laptop up to 17 inches.
Example gear: Canon EOS 5D MK III with an attached 70-200mm, 50mm, 35mm, 85mm, 16-35mm, 24-70mm, 28mm and 17″ Macbook Pro.
FEATURES
The Camps Bay Backpack by ONA features a hand crafted water-resistant waxed canvas with tanned leather details. The bag is designed for the photographer who wants to store their 70-200mm lens on their camera without having to remove it. The backpack inner dividers are removable and adjustable to accommodate a photographers custom kit. There’s also a dedicated area for personal items. Aside from being the perfect fit for your gear, this is one comfortable backpack. ONA have included thick air mesh padding on the should straps to provide comfort when weighed down and the bottom of the bag is padded with leather to prevent wear.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Camps Bay measures 17″ Length x 13″ High x 6.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 16.5″ Length x 11″ High x 5″ Deep.
The bag weighs just under 2 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Smoke
- Field Tan
THE ONA BOLTON STREET BACKPACK
RECOMMENDED FOR
Street, travel, landscape, wedding, studio, fashion and portrait photographers.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to six additional lenses. The Bolton Street will also hold a up to a 13″ laptop.
Example gear: Pentax K-3 with an attached 18-55mm, 50-200mm, 35mm, 100mm, 16-45mm and a 13″ Macbook Pro.
FEATURES
The Bolton Street Backpack by ONA also features a hand crafted water-resistant waxed canvas with tanned leather details like the Camps Bay Backpack. Two side access pockets make it easy for the photographer to access their gear, while one rear pocket will hold up to a 13″ laptop. There’s also a dedicated area located at the front for personal items.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Camps Bay measures 16.5″ Length x 13.5″ High x 8″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 15.5″ Length x 12.5″ High x 5.5″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.3 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Smoke
- Dark Tan
- Black
- Field Tan (Limited Edition)
SHOULDER BAGS
THE ONA CHELSEA SHOULDER BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Female photographers who are interested in either taking street, travel, wedding, studio, fashion and portrait photos.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to three additional lenses. The Chelsea will also hold an iPad or a 11″ laptop.
Example gear: Olympus OM-D E-M5 with an attached M.Zuiko 12-40mm Pro Lens, a M.Zuiko 40-150mm and an iPad.
FEATURES
The Chelsea Shoulder Bag by ONA is a simple classic design made from handcrafted saffiano leather. Due to its durable base the stylish bag is able to stand by itself. Included with the shoulder bag is a cross body strap for those longer journeys. All your personal items can be separated into the two inner pockets lined with closed cell foam.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Camps Bay measures 16.5″ Length x 10.5″ High x 6.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 16″ Length x 10″ High x 6″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.6 kgs.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Black
- Cognac
THE ONA PALMA SHOULDER BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Female photographers who are interested in either taking street, travel, wedding, studio, fashion and portrait photos.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to two additional lenses. The Palma will also hold an iPad mini.
Example gear: Olympus OM-D E-M5 with an attached M.Zuiko 12-40mm Pro Lens, a M.Zuiko 40-150mm and an iPad mini.
FEATURES
The Palma Shoulder Bag by ONA is made from handcrafted top quality leather. Unlike the The Chelsea Should Bag, The Palma features a stylish secure turn-lock closure. The interior of the bag is completely customisable and is padded with closed cell foam to keep your gear safe.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Camps Bay measures 11″ Length x 8″ High x 5.5″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 10.5″ Length x 7″ High x 5″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 860 grams.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Cognac
THE ONA BROOKLYN SHOULDER BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Photographers who are interested in either taking street, landscape, travel, wedding, studio, fashion and portrait photos.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to two additional lenses. The Brooklyn will also hold an iPad or iPad Mini.
Example gear: Olympus OM-D E-M5 with an attached M.Zuiko 12-40mm Pro Lens, a M.Zuiko 40-150mm and an iPad.
FEATURES
The Brooklyn Shoulder Bag by ONA was inspired by an olden day school bag. Its full grain leather appeals to photographers who desire a stylish finish. This bag features many pockets to hold personal items as well as a dedicated iPad pocket. The interior of the bag can be divided into three sections using the removable dividers. ONA have also incorporated an adjustable conformable shoulder strap just in case you plan on carrying this bag everywhere you go.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Camps Bay measures 13.5″ Length x 10″ High x 4″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 12.5″ Length x 8″ High x 3.5″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 1.25 kgs
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Chestnut
- Black
THE ONA CAPRI SHOULDER BAG
RECOMMENDED FOR
Photographers who are interested in either taking street, landscape, travel, wedding, studio, fashion and portrait photos.
BEST FIT
One Micro 4/3 or APS-C or Full Frame Mirrorless or DSLR camera with an attached kit lens and up to two additional lenses. The Brooklyn will also hold an iPad or iPad Mini.
Example gear: Canon EOS 7D MK II with an attached 24-70mm, 50mm, 35mm and iPad.
FEATURES
The Capri Shoulder Bag by ONA is made from handcrafted water-resistant waxed canvas with detailed full grain leather. The shoulder bag has been designed with large handles so it will sit nicely on your shoulder when you are using your camera. The Capri also features a detachable leather crossbody strap.
SIZE & WEIGHT
The exterior of The Camps Bay measures 15.5″ Length x 11.5″ High x 4″ Deep.
The interior of the bag is slight smaller at 15″ Length x 11″ High x 4″ Deep.
The bag weighs approximately 725 grams.
COLOURS AVAILABLE
- Dark Tan
- Antique Cognac (Leather)
Wrapping Up
Understanding what bag to get for your camera gear can be one of the hardest choices to make, so we hope this ONA Camera Bag Buying Guide clears up any confusion you may have had. If you did find the guide informative feel free to pass it on via your own Facebook, Google+ or Twitter feeds, we would really appreciate it.
