Features:

• Designated removable insert provides protection for a midi digital/SLR camera, point-and-shoot camera, or mini DV camcorder and separates your photographic gear from your personal items
• Padded panel can be folded out to reinforce the bag's bottom
• Two large front pockets for media accessories and personal items
• Two small external pouches to fit phone and MP3 player
• Rear concealed pocket for storage of documents, etc.

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
The Earth Explorer Midi Shoulder Bag is an everyday, functional shoulder bag that will hold all your personal gear along with a camera or camcorder. The bag features designated protective zones that safeguard the delicate equipment within. With or without camera gear, the bag provides ample room to store personal items Special connecting loops on the sides of the bag to tie additional gear to the exterior of the bag Wide padded shoulder strap Roll-away, zipper-sealed flap for ultimate protection. Quick-snap buckle for easy access to your equipment. Dimensions (LxWxH) - External - 9.4 x 6.2 x 7.4 inches (24 x 16 x 19 cm) Internal - main compartment - 9.0 x 4.7 x 6.6 inches (23 x 12 x 17 cm) Weight - 1.7 lbs (0.8kg)

Rating : - Great bag, nice construction and solid looks. Get it.
I debated between the smaller NG2343 and this before choosing this. At the outset, the construction of this bag is fantastic. The one thing that I am not a big fan of is the front locking mechanism. While it looks great, I would have preferred it to snap shut better than it currently does. However this may be a personal choice.

This bag is not waterproof but can clearly take some light rain and snow before you start noticing the lack of waterproofing. However, this should not impact the inner portion which is padded.

This bag comfortably holds my Canon Xti with the kit lens, a Speedlite 430EXII (tighter fit with the Speedlite case) and my Canon 50mm Prime lens. The bag can clearly accommodate a bigger lens than the 50mm, which I don't have at this point.

There are 2 front zipper compartments which comfortable hold an extra battery, the batter charger and a couple of CF cards.

Overall the bag has a great look and is functional for carrying a decent amount of equipment. The padding could definitely have been better and waterproofing would have been perfect.

The strap is very comfortable too.

Overall I would probably give it a 4.5 stars.

PS: The $20 calendar for Shutterfly till January 10, 2009 is an added bonus to get the bag.