Lowepro Backpack Camera Bag

[2.46 lb] Just spent a month travelling with the Lowepro slingbag, which i loved, but found lacking in padding and storage pockets, with or without zips. i then bought a Think tank sling, which i also love but it compresses my spine (i have a disc problem) and its more backpack than cross body bag. Its perfect for my daughters smaller canon and her hiking stuff though! So i looked for something similar to the Lowepro, and took a chance on this. its awesome! was going to get the larger one, i checked out the videos, but for a 5'6 woman, this is plenty big enough, fits my canon 700D, a macro, a 300mm lens, flash, my purse, ipad and phone!! not that i carry all that all the time! basically, its a camera bag i can use as my day bag when travelling, or where ever i take my camera, the other was a day bag i could take my camera in. i like the flat bottom, its not too heavy, the backpack strap, which i would use while hiking, can be converted, im left handed so thats important. i like the velcro that can be hidden, the top loader zips, the front pocket is very deceiving, fits far more than you'd think. the strap is comfortable, and the padded part stays where you put it, unlike my last bag, and i love the quick adjusting clasp on the main strap. no loose ends either when you shorten them. The hand strap doubles as a suitcase strap when using as carry on, havent tried it but its great, really missed that last trip. the rain cover is good, but im still wondering why they dont just use waterproof material!! The bag is really nice looking too, i couldnt be happier with it, and the fast service from B&h is brilliant, also the reviews. thats why im leaving this one, ive bought three bags, a flash, and a tripod plus some small stuff based on the reviews on the site, and i am really happy with all of it, cheers

[Yes] I purchased the Lowepro ProTactic 350 backpack as a day bag. Pack the camera, a couple of lenses, and hit the road. I thought it was a good plan. However, I just did a complete swap from a Canon EF system to a Canon RF mirrorless system. The RF lenses are larger than the EF lenses. The camera is now both photos and movies, requiring more support, and in my case, a SmallRig Cage. The RF camera is now too large for the trap door on the top of the Lowepro ProTactic 350 backpack. The lenses fit, but you have to gut the backpack and redesign the partitions. After you've done that, there is very little room left for filters, microphones, spare batteries, and other support items. Out of curiosity, I took the RF mirrorless equipment out and inserted my old EF DSLR, and it fit great! This is a good size for an EF DSLR day bag, but it is not suitable for an RF system. I am switching to the larger Lowepro ProTactic 450 backpack (my second 450), known to be a good fit. I'm still giving the bag a solid rating because the product description states DSLR, and for that, it's well suited.

[Battery case] I just got it from B&H store in Manhattan a couple of days ago and initially I was going there to get Peak Design Everyday Backpack, 20 L but when I saw this one on display I had decided to check on it first and at the end of that research I'd completely changed my mind and got this Lowepro backpack. My criteria was to get a backpack with both side openings and at least 3 places available from each side. I usually travel with my Sony a6600 with 18-105mm lens attached, Sony a5100 with 10-18mm lens attached and Sony 100-400mm with TC1.4. I was able to place everything inside the bag plus a lot of miscellaneous on top. Still I have all side flaps unused. I'm grateful to get this bag because I was able to place everything I needed, it has more compartments comparing to PD and one more feature which is common for PD too is an ability to place my a6600 with attached 100-400 with TC vertically into the bag because the design of both brands allows to bend dividers on 90 degrees so I'm able to place even Sony 200-600mm inside vertically which is an awesome feature for me from both brands, Lowepro and PD but I paid almost $100 less than PD. Kudos to Lowepro!!!

[Black] The first trip was great. My brother even liked my new bag. He has a 15 year old LowePro backpack and is think about replacing it with the trekker after seeing mine.

[Zoom Gear] The Backlight Elite 45L is the perfect backpack for a single day out in the field. I can bring a camera body and a full arsenal of lenses: 70-200mm, 24-70mm, 17-40mm, and 180mm macro. I bought this camera backpack to replace my LowePro Trekker AW. The LowePro did not have enough torso length. So the weight was on my shoulders and spine. Ouch The Backlight 45L fits me just right. I'm 6' and this backpack has the right torso length and rides right on my hips, where it belong. The extra large lumbar support is very welcome, too. I suffer from previous thoracic back fractures, compressed lumbar discs, and a reverse shoulder replacement. I can walk with this backpack comfortably for hours. There are so many nice touches to this camera backpack, demonstrating how much thought and engineering went into it. I wish that Think Tank made a 70L camera backpack in their MindShift line for overnight camping. I'd buy it in an instant!

[Sling Strap] I bought this to replace a LowePro backpack so I could access my camera easier on hikes & waking tours. It fits my Nikon D7100, Sigma macro & a Tamron 70-300 lens. I have just enough room for filters, cards & my charger as well as a few personal items. I wouldn't mind a little more space, but this is actually nice and compact while still holding everything I need it to and providing excellent protection. It does go over your left shoulder instead of your right, but it is very comfortable. Overall, very pleased!

[Gray] I purchased this backpack to replace an old 1990s Lowepro camera backpack. I've used it a few times so far to carry equipment for several hours on photography adventures. I easily carry a full-frame SLR, a mid-range zoom, two primes, light jacket, laptop, large tablet and miscellaneous accessories. I attach a lightweight tripod to the back and a water bottle on the side. All of these items fill the pack. So far, it serves me well, and I have no complaints. It matches what I expected based on the Lowepro videos. The materials are top-notch. It looks good. The organizing panels are very versatile and sturdy. It carries my stuff safely.

[Leather] I previously bought a Lowepro Slingshot Bag, but just found it was not very convenient when you need to change lens. So I've been looking for a messenger bag to use as a camera bag (although not padded like camera bags) and came across this great product! Very confortable, enough room to carry two cameras, some lenses and accessories, weather resistant (does not have to cover it like Lowepro) and not to mention very stylish! A bit expensive but definitely it was worth every penny.

[Handle] This is perfect if you want to throw a camera into any backpack or bag

[18 x 12.6 x 7"] I sometimes use this for a small camera bag but mostly use it as a general backpack.