Camera Backpacks

[Lozzle]

Can anyone point me in the right direction? My dad will need to make a purchase in the next 2 weeks. I can't recall exactly which brand his SLR and equipment is, however I know he spent a bucketload on it and the gear and will want absolute protection for it. I am hoping some of you may use a backpack to carry your equipment safely and can give some recommendations.

We're going on a 4 day horseback ride through D'Entrecasteaux National park so idealy the backpack will be lightweight and easily accessible.


Thanks in advance for any advice.

[djr81]

LowePro.

[ReaperSS]

Lowerpro all the way :)

[mod]

http://products.lowepro.com/product/SlingShot-202-AW,2192,4.htm
This is what I use for my trip to Europe and now my dedicated camera bag.
Fit my Nikon D7000 with 24-70 lens(attached) space for my SB700 flash & my 35mm f1.8 prime and a few more it def big enough for what I need.

If not any of these may suit http://products.lowepro.com/catalog/Camera,14.htm

[duste]

Another recommendation for LowePro. I've got a ProRunner 350AW - the quality is superb, probably not recommended for horseback-riding due to its size though.

[Lozzle]

Fantastic, thanks everyone :)

[djr81]

Only downside to the Lowepro gear when travelling is that people know what is in the back packs ie expensive camera gear not two weeks worth of washing and a dodgy souvenir or two.

But if your are backpacking in the bush that doesnt matter so much. If you are worried about dust take some sealable plastic bags aswell.

[Crispymk2]

LowePro is great but some of their designs are a bit dated imo as they havent changed much over the last few years,

Also take a look at F-Stop bags, might be a bit large but dont look like camera bags, are very flexible and can customise the amount of camera vs general storage space. Only downside is that access is not super quick but quite clever as the section against your back opens up meaning you don't get crap all over your back when you put your bag back on.

Team Digital stock them, if you ask for Ben and say that Jared sent you then he will look after you on price too.

[ELUSIV]

think tank make some of the best back packs imo

[DT95WA]

+1 for Lowepro, i have the Fastpack 200 if anyone is looking for a deal. had it 6 weeks and its not big enough now with new lens. need something to fit 7d, 24-70, 70-200, 2x tele converter, battery and flash.

[tahni]

Only downside to the Lowepro gear when travelling is that people know what is in the back packs ie expensive camera gear not two weeks worth of washing and a dodgy souvenir or two.

But if your are backpacking in the bush that doesnt matter so much. If you are worried about dust take some sealable plastic bags aswell.

I know there are many a way to mug someone, but the range of lowepro's where the zip actually sits against your back is a good idea. Worked well for my piece of mind last time I went travelling.

A tip, along the lines of what Adam has mentioned - make sure you buy a bag that allows for growth of your kit! I've also outgrown mine :(

[James_2007]

lowpro

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-LOWEPRO-CompuTrekker-AW-SLR-DSLR-Camera-Bag-Backpack-Case-/140675569958?pt=AU_Cameras_Photographic_Accessorie s&hash=item20c0ead926

[Lozzle]

Took all your valuable information and sent dad some links... turns out he bought a Lowepro late last week! Not sure which he got but I'm sure it will do him fine.

[OmEg_A7]

Another suggestion for anyone considering a new bag, if you dont like the geeky look of Thinktank or Lowepro (i think they look a tad boring) are the Crumpler range of camera backpacks. Still practical and well padded.

http://www.crumpler.com/AU/Camera-Bags/Camera-Backpacks.html