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Domke F-803 Camera Messenger Bag (Black)

BH #DOF803B • MFR #701-83B
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Domke F-803 Camera Messenger Bag (Black)
Key Features
  • Holds DSLR or Mirrorless, Lens, Flash
  • Padded Interior Compartment with Divider
  • Waterproof Cotton Canvas
  • Two Large Expandable Cargo Pockets
Store, transport, and protect your DSLR or mirrorless camera, lens, flash, and related accessories with the black Domke F-803 Camera Messenger Bag. This handsome bag looks like a regular messenger bag versus a camera bag full of expensive gear, and the padded interior compartment has a touch-fastening divider to organize your kit. For style and protection, the bag is constructed from cotton canvas treated with a waterproof coating. Five pockets, two of which are large expandable cargo pockets, hold smaller items such as a flash, filters, a wallet, phone, and more. Carry the bag with the wide, adjustable Gripper shoulder strap or with its reinforced top handle.
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Domke F-803 Overview

Store, transport, and protect your DSLR or mirrorless camera, lens, flash, and related accessories with the black Domke F-803 Camera Messenger Bag. This handsome bag looks like a regular messenger bag versus a camera bag full of expensive gear, and the padded interior compartment has a touch-fastening divider to organize your kit. For style and protection, the bag is constructed from cotton canvas treated with a waterproof coating. Five pockets, two of which are large expandable cargo pockets, hold smaller items such as a flash, filters, a wallet, phone, and more. Carry the bag with the wide, adjustable Gripper shoulder strap or with its reinforced top handle.

UPC: 750062003036

Domke F-803 Specs

Key Specs
Color
Black
Carry/Transport Options
Handle, Shoulder Strap
Type of Closure
Flap with Snap Hook
Interior Type
Adjustable Dividers (Hook & Loop)
Laptop/Tablet Compatibility
Single Compartment: Fits 12" Laptop
Water Resistance
Waterproof (Material)
Dimensions
13.5 x 10 x 3.5" / 34.3 x 25.4 x 8.9 cm
Weight
2 lb / 900 g
Color
Black
Camera Compatibility
Universal
Carry/Transport Options
Handle, Shoulder Strap
Type of Closure
Flap with Snap Hook
Interior Type
Adjustable Dividers (Hook & Loop)
Laptop/Tablet Compatibility
Single Compartment: Fits 12" Laptop
Features
Bottle Pocket
No
RFID-Blocking Pockets
No
Stand/Tripod Holder
No
Security Lock
No
General
Water Resistance
Waterproof (Material)
Padded Interior
Yes
Materials
Exterior: Canvas
Dimensions
Exterior
13.5 x 10 x 3.5" / 34.3 x 25.4 x 8.9 cm
Interior
12 x 9 x 3" / 30.5 x 22.9 x 7.6 cm
Weight
2 lb / 900 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.235 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.3 x 11.7 x 4.9"

Domke F-803 Reviews

Domke Messenger Bag for the Win

By Bob
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-28

This is the fourth Domke bag I've had over the years, and my new favorite. I like the canvas and the color and the size. It's great for everyday carry and for travel, carrying one body and a couple of lenses, some batteries, and other bits and bobs. I tried the Domke F802 Reporters messenger bag first, and again, great design and construction, but I found it to be TOO large for my use case. It would probably be great for someone carrying a laptop and documents on a daily basis, but it was not good for cameras and lenses, and a little too floppy to use in a crowd. I actually have two other copies of this F-803 bag, both in Black Cordera Nylon--they are great, but too heavy for the bag's size, and stiff due to the material; I gave one to a friend who uses it for a laptop bag, and I keep the second in reserve. I also have a large traditional Domke Photojournalist bag in black nylon, and it is great to use and basically indestructible, but that's for a two camera/four lens job and not for daily carry or travel. All of them are well-designed and made of premium materials. I guess I'd get another. Oh, I did.

Fits 13 MacBook Air M4

By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-10-10

Purchased solely for commuting with my MacBook Air M4 that fits in the main compartment. One of the front pockets holds my power brick and cable, the other holds my small bag containing thumb drives, 2TB WD USB-C drive, HDMI cable and USB-C hub. All that I need for productivity. I don't use the insert that comes with the bag. It's typical Domke quality and the gripper strap ensures the bag stays where I put it on my shoulder.

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Is this bag really 1" narrower than the Domke ...

Is this bag really 1" narrower than the Domke F-5XB bag?
Asked by: Richard
I have both...the F803 is bigger as expands more and fits more equipment.
Answered by: Bradley
Date published: 2022-01-24

Will the tenba byob 9 fit i side this? I think ...

Will the tenba byob 9 fit i side this? I think the tenba has a depth of 4 inches but I'm wondering if it'll still work reasonably well
Asked by: Jay
If you are ok with some space on the length and some compression of the Tenba insert in the bag in the 3" dimension it could work though it would be snug.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2022-07-29

Are any of the padded inserts removable so that ...

Are any of the padded inserts removable so that the bag can be used a messenger bag on days when one doesn't want to carry a camera?
Asked by: Yogesh
Yes. The bag comes with one padded insert (1 x FA-280) that can be removed if desired. The rest of the bag is unpadded.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2021-08-24

Dividers for Domke F-803 bag. Before not ...

Dividers for Domke F-803 bag. Before not included, now looks like they are included. Is this the case: are the dividers now part of the basic bag?
Asked by: David
Yes, this bag now comes with the Domke FA-280 1-Compartment Small Insert: https://bhpho.to/2YqFESU
Answered by: Michele
Date published: 2021-08-20

Does that square insert in the middle fit a ...

Does that square insert in the middle fit a Rolleiflex 3.5F?
Asked by: Brian
Easily with no problem will it support a Rolleiflex 3.5F.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-09-18

Does anyone know of a USA made day bag a little ...

Does anyone know of a USA made day bag a little smaller than this? I will probably carry a Fuji mirrorless with small prime plus another prime or 18-55 kit lens. Also accessories like batteries, filters, cleaning wipes, cell phone, etc. I have this bag but it is a little large for going to amusement parks and day trips.
Asked by: Michael
The Domke F-6 Little Bit Smaller Bag (Olive), BH # DOF6O would be a great alternative to carry the listed items. https://bhpho.to/3iSwrma
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-12-12

Hi, Will this bag fit an A7iv with a short lens ...

Hi, Will this bag fit an A7iv with a short lens attached with another mid-size lens along with charger, cable, sd cards, etc?
Asked by: Jeremy
The Domke F-803 RuggedWear Camera Messenger Bag has interior dimensions of 12 x 9 x 3" which is sufficient space for a mirrorless camera system with 2 lenses and accessories.
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2024-03-28

Will the iPad Air 10.5" fit in the back pocket of ...

Will the iPad Air 10.5" fit in the back pocket of this bag? Will the flap still open completely?
Asked by: Mary
Yes and the flap will open completely.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-01
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