Lowepro Flipside Trek 450 Backpack, Camera Backpack for DSLRs and Multiple Lenses, for Laptop, Tablet, Photo Accessories, Tripod, Grey, 17 x 26 x 31 cm

I have had a play with this backpack today, it seems small but is in fact quite large for storing your camera and lenses. An example of what I fitted into the camera compartment is this. Nikon D750 with a 24-70 F2.8 Nikon 70-200 F4 Nikon 50mm F1.8 Tamron 15-30mm F2.8. Nikon D7100 with a 17-70 Sigma Macro F2.8-F4. As you can see, it will fit most of your camera gear in there in one go, the main issue is with larger lenses, I have a Tamron 150-600mm, its a bit of a beast so that pretty much takes up one whole side of the compartment, the D750 the other (with a 70-200 F4 fitted), just about squeeze in a 50mm f1.8 but not much more room in there, its still good if you are just going to do long range work but there will be compromises to be made. Top compartment, easily fits a Gortex type waterproof, top and bottoms, with room to spare for a warm base layer, front compartment, not really done much with that, there is plenty of room for your batteries and cards (though these could be fitted into one of the two velcro pocket dividers found in the main compartment), and room for a 10 inch pad and food, its deep enough for kit as long as you don't expect to stay out 24+ hours. Side holders for water bottles, not a problem there either, I have 2 1ltr bottles (British Army type) easily placed in there securely. I have not yet tried attaching a tripod but it should easily be accommodated on the back (or side if you do not require as much water taking out with you), I would just avoid putting water into any of the internal compartments in case it leaks. Padding of the internal compartments is good, not had any issues with anything jabbing into me or out of the rucksack, the padding on the straps is more than enough for it to me comfortable, as is the waist belt, the only issue I have here is that its pretty much a requirement that you fasten the top strap across your chest to get the pack to seat correctly, if you don't then it drops slightly off the shoulder and could be an issue on longer walks/hikes if you don't like the restrictiveness of a chest strap, I think having adjustment on the shoulder straps at the top may have been a better idea for comfort, it's not a deal breaker but it is something you should be aware of. Overall its a good compromise as a day rucksack, the ability to carry food, clothing, water as well as a first aid kit, map/compass and any other little items you would require for your comfort, make it versatile enough for most photographers who usually only use a normal photo bag (I also have a Lowepro 400 AW, which is why I opted for this as an alternative whilst walking any sort of distance). Some compromises but easily worth buying for everything else it gives you, and the price.

Overall Conclusion: If you are after a light and sturdy camera backpack which allows you easy and quick access to your camera, look no further. I have used this back on a 3-weeks road trip through Australia and it was super comfortable and kept my equipment save in the field, in the car and in the plane. Just the right size for a weekend away and European airline hand luggage size restrictions. How to Use: The bag comes with various velcro dividers. Thus you can adjust the camera compartment to your needs. Some of the dividers have a pocket in which you can store a small spare battery, cables or memory cards - clever idea. The camera compartment opens to the back, so nobody can access and steal items from your back while you wear it. While having the hip strap closed, you can swing the backpack to your front and access your equipment without having to take off the backpack or rest it on the dirty/wet floor. It works very well. The top compartment is reasonably large, you could use this for a weekend away if you do not need a lot of things. I will use this in connection with some packing cubes and this should do the trick as they allow you to save space (see my review for the packing cubes I use). It has a mesh pocket for smaller items which you would like to store separately. You have a further pocket at the front of the back which can hold smaller iPads, papers, other long and thin items like power banks, etc. There are two further pockets on the hip strap which I use to hold spare batteries or lens caps. Again, another clever idea. There are straps at the front of the back which I use to hold a jacket, but can be used for tripods, blankets, solar panels, cups, etc. There are mesh pockets left and right to hold small tripods or large water bottles. Space: As mentioned above, I will use this bag for a weekend away on a regular basis going forward due to its ample space and the perfect size considering budget airline restrictions on hand luggage in the EU. I am able to fit a 3K GorillaPod and a GoPro Grip in one of the side mesh pockets, a large water bottle in the other side. In the main compartment, I carry a Sony a6500 with a Sigma 16mm 1.4 lens attached, a Sigma 30mm 1.4 lens, the zoom kit lens from Sony, a DJI Copilot, two variable Tiffen ND filters, five spare batteries for the Sony, Anker PowerCore 20100, a third party Sony battery charger, two lens pens, a rocket blower, PeakDesign camera strap, small GoPro case with Hero6, 2 spare batteries, GoPro charger, all required cables, spare lens caps and a spare SD card. In the front pocket, I carry a pair of Sony on-ear headphones, A4 papers/travel documents and tickets, etc. The top compartment should provide enough space for the cloths required for a weekend away during the warmer months. Quality and Price: The padding is very thick which gives the backpack a sturdy from. This is great for travelling or the airplane where you can not always avoid people throwing their bags on your own bag or squeezing things next to your bag. It also means that the backpack keeps its form when you have it not fully packed and if the weight is distributed correctly, it will stand up without falling over. I have not had any quality issues - the zippers feel very strong, so do the materials used. I noticed, however, that the bag gets dirty quite quickly, but you can wipe it down easily. There are lots of small clever straps, strap holders and pockets which make this bag amazing. I bought this at a reduced price of GBP 99 on Amazon and I would highly recommend this bag. If this review was helpful, please click the button below.

The Lowepro Flipside Trek BP 250 AW backpack is designed for photographers who want to take their camera gear as well as their personal belongings on outdoor adventures. It's two-tiered, with a lower compartment for camera gear and an upper compartment for other items. It also has a flipside access feature, allowing you to access your camera without having to remove the backpack. Pros: -It has a padded and adjustable camera compartment, which can fit a mirrorless camera or a compact DSLR, plus 1-2 extra lenses, and has a CradleFit pocket for a tablet up to 10 inches. -It has an open zone at the top of the pack for personal items, such as a jacket, sunglasses, snacks, etc. It also has a front pocket for smaller items, such as cables, batteries, or a phone. -It has an ActivZone suspension system, which provides all-day wearing comfort and ventilation. It also has a chest strap and a waist belt for extra stability and support. -It has multiple attachment points for carrying gear outside of the bag, such as a tripod, trekking poles, solar panels, or water bottles. It also has a built-in rain cover for protection from the elements. -It is certified by Lowepro as a genuine product and has a QR code on the label that can be scanned to verify its authenticity. Cons: -It is not very spacious, and may not fit larger camera bodies or lenses, or more than one extra lens. It also may not have enough room for other items if you pack too much camera gear. -It is not very versatile, and may not be suitable for other purposes than outdoor photography. It also may not match your personal style or preference. -It is relatively expensive, and may not be affordable for everyone. It also may not be worth the price if you don’t need all the features it offers. Reasons to buy: -If you are looking for a compact and comfortable backpack that can carry both your camera gear and personal belongings on outdoor adventures. -If you want to access your camera quickly and securely without taking off the backpack. -If you trust the Lowepro brand and its certification process. Reasons to avoid: -If you are looking for a spacious and versatile backpack that can fit larger camera bodies or lenses, or more than one extra lens. -If you want to use the backpack for other purposes than outdoor photography. -If you prefer a cheaper or more stylish alternative to this backpack. Conclusion: The Lowepro Flipside Trek BP 250 AW is a small and comfortable rucksack that can hold both camera equipment and personal belongings on outdoor adventures. It's two-tiered, with a lower compartment for camera gear and an upper compartment for other items. It also has a flipside access feature, allowing you to access your camera without having to remove the backpack. However, it is not particularly spacious or versatile, and it may not accommodate larger camera bodies or lenses, or more than one additional lens. It is also relatively expensive, and you may not find it worthwhile if you do not require all of the features it provides. Overall, it's a good option for photographers looking for a small and comfortable rucksack to carry both their camera gear and personal belongings on outdoor adventures.

For size reference, the gear I fit in this bag is: 6D II, with Battery Grip 70-200 F/4 L USM 24-105 F/4 L IS USM 17-40 F/4 L USM I have speedlights which don't fit in this bag at all. The bag happily carries this kit, with 3 filters but then it's at capacity for the camera section. I also have to make sure the 70-200 is always on the camera when going back in the bag otherwise there isn't room for the other lenses. This is my particular setup YMMV, but there's not a great deal of flexibility. As for the "top" section, there is a small zippered pouch inside where I stick a couple of lens clothes and an SD card holder. In the main section, I'll stick a black rapid strap, or sandwiches in a sandwich bag and a bag of crisps. You won't get much more in here. Don't be expecting to stick in a sleeping bag and camping pillow, they won't fit. The flexible side pockets are generously deep, I can easily put a 1L bottle of water in there no problems. The front section is a little less convenient, it doesn't quite open up far enough to be convenient, I always tend to be rummaging around in here as opposed to being able to see what I'm looking for. So I tend to leave some lens clothes and a small medi-kit in here. Stuff I don't really (hopefully!) need as often. There is space for a small 10-inch tablet (total size, not just screen size), but I can't find a tablet that size that I could do photo editing with, and that's what a tablet in the camera bag would be for. I would like to have seen the top section a little bigger without encroaching on the lower camera section, doubling it in size would not add a great deal to the backpack in terms of weight, but would make the top section significantly more useful! There are two zippered pockets on the waist support, but these aren't big enough for a wallet, car keys or much else. They might be useful for coins, or a compass. But then you'd have to put the map in the back anyway. In short, this bag is worth the purchase, just don't expect it to be the answer to all your photographic needs!

The backpack will carry all of your photo gear with ease. A few comments that might influence your decision: I had 4 compartment dividers left over so you can create small compartments if required for example filters. There are lots of straps on the exterior for walking sticks and 2 tripods There are two pockets on the side, handy for water containers. The shoulder straps are well padded and very easy to adjust The other straps are thinner than I would have liked but may be OK, my hill walking rucksack is 20 yrs old and maybe technology has changed. The same applies to the belt and chest buckles, lighter than my other sack. As a hill walker who likes to take photographs as well I am not sure I will be able to carry all of my hill walking gear in this sack. There is some room inside the separate compartment not used by the camera gear but it is shallow , more suited to a tablet or documents. As an experiment I have stuffed my rain jacket in and it fits, just, but the compartment bulges out a lot. There is a space at the top of the sack which will take lunch, light weight waterproofs, and a few loose bits and pieces. One great idea is the two zipped pockets on the waist bands, perfect for sunglasses, compass, phone etc. On balance I am happy with the purchase, it was not cheap but I am glad I went for the biggest bag, the others would have been way to small for my purposes. I have to "road test" it to become totally familiar with the product

Bought this as a upgrade from the 350, so I knew how good it should be. This is way better for camera space section. On paper it doesn't appear to be much bigger, the whole pack has a deciving amount of space and now I can fit my sigma150-600 lens in no problem, but only with the camera body removed. Fits all my camera gear, tripod, essential outdoor kit, flask and food for a whole day out in the field for wildlife photography. Very comfortable to backpack, just like the 350 and even though it is bigger it doesn't feel bigger. Overall a excellent pack for my purpose.

Great design with plenty of space to pack your camera, even if it's a large DSLR, couple of lenses including long zooms and/or a mini drone plus some other small accessories. Top compartment holds a DJI Mini2 in its original bag as if this was designed for its size. Or you can keep there some other stuff like spare clothes, snacks etc. Ideal for travelling if you want to take all your gear with you and it feels super comfy. Oh and it has a nice colour as well ;-)

It good camera bag but It could be made for a lot more, very limited space for laptop or personal belongings if you carry this bag with you, you wouldn’t be able to carry anything else with you making for multi purpose would help photographers and manufacturers for range of customers