Lowepro

Lowepro LP36463 Event Messenger 150 DSLR Shoulder Bag

4.0 (282 reviews)

Carry Your Gear with Style and DiscretionThe Lowepro Event Messenger 150 is a stylish and functional camera bag designed to protect your equipment while maintaining a low profile. With customizable compartments, organized storage, and comfortable carrying options, it's perfect for photographers o...

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Overview

Carry Your Gear with Style and Discretion

The Lowepro Event Messenger 150 is a stylish and functional camera bag designed to protect your equipment while maintaining a low profile. With customizable compartments, organized storage, and comfortable carrying options, it's perfect for photographers on the go.

Key Features:
  • Discreet Messenger Design
  • Quiet-Mode Flap
  • Adjustable Divider System
  • Comfortable Shoulder Strap
  • Stretch Side Pockets
Specifications:
  • Brand: Lowepro
  • Model: LP36463
  • Type: Shoulder Bag
  • Compatibility: DSLR with attached lens (up to 70-200mm f/2.8), 2-3 extra lenses, or a flash and 2 lenses, tablet, accessories and personal items.

Key Features

Discreet and streamlined messenger design does not shout "camera bag"

Quiet-mode flap provides hook/loop fasteners that may be folded in half to go from maximum security mode to quiet mode

Easy-to-access main compartment offers padded and adjustable divider system to easily customize camera gear

Specifications

Product Type
DSLR Shoulder Bag
Brand
Lowepro
Model
LP36463 Event Messenger 150
Design Feature 1
Discreet messenger style
Design Feature 2
Quiet-mode flap with foldable hook/loop fasteners
Interior Feature
Padded and adjustable divider system
Accessibility
Easy-to-access main compartment

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a discreet messenger design that does not immediately signal it contains camera equipment.
  • Offers a "quiet-mode" flap with hook/loop fasteners that can be folded to reduce noise during operation.
  • Provides an easy-to-access main compartment designed for quick retrieval of camera gear.
  • Includes a padded and adjustable divider system, allowing for custom organization of internal contents.
  • Designed as a shoulder bag, which typically offers comfortable carrying for extended periods.

👎 Cons

  • The discreet design might lack obvious external quick-access pockets that some photographers prefer.
  • While the quiet-mode is useful, the primary hook/loop closure might still produce some sound if not folded.
  • The shoulder bag format may not be ideal for users who prefer the weight distribution of a backpack for heavier loads.
  • The adjustable divider system requires manual configuration, which takes time to optimize for specific gear setups.
  • The bag’s capacity is specified for a DSLR, which might limit its suitability for larger mirrorless kits or multiple bodies.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bag features a discreet design that aims to avoid drawing attention to its contents, and the main flap secures with hook/loop fasteners, offering a level of security for your gear.
Yes, the bag includes a "quiet-mode" flap where the hook/loop fasteners can be folded in half. This allows you to switch from maximum security to a quiet mode for discreet access to your equipment.
The main compartment of the bag is equipped with a padded and adjustable divider system. This allows you to easily customize the internal layout to fit your specific camera, lenses, and accessories.
With its discreet and streamlined messenger design, the Lowepro Event Messenger 150 is designed to be versatile for both daily use and travel, blending in without broadcasting that it's a camera bag.
This shoulder bag is designed for DSLR cameras, suggesting it is optimized to carry a standard DSLR body along with a selection of lenses and accessories, thanks to its customizable interior.