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Laljit S. Sidhu
 

Choosing a Photo Backpack


I am currently looking at upgrading my camera backpack ... as I have outgrown it (much too quickly). The backpack will be for the following equipment:

EOS 3
3 lenses
550EX flash
various accessories (filters, lens hood, etc.)

I would also like to be able to carry non-camera gear such as first aid kit, leatherman, windbreaker, snacks, water bottle, etc.

I currently own a Tamrac Expedition 4 ... which carries all my gear, but does not allow me to carry much else

I am considering purchasing a Lowepro Street and Field Rover AW, a Lowepro Photo Trekker, or a Tamrac 752 Daypack. Anyone use any of these and have any suggestions? Or any suggestions on another backpack that would fulfill these needs.

Thanks.

Sid


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May 28, 2003

 

Jeff S. Kennedy
  I use a Lowepro Trekker (I think that's the model). It's the big one. I used to carry my EOS3 with a 300mm lens attached, my RB67 with 3 lenses, a 120 and 220 back and other accessories. It worked great. Now it just holds the medium format stuff. I can strongly recommend Lowepro. After I got this pack the main zipper kept getting stuck. I called Lowepro and they had me send it to them. I got it back within a week completely repaired and I haven't had a problem since. My only advice would be to get one that is a little larger than you think you will actually need. Having too much space is much better than too little.


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