Best Camera Backpacks 2024 | 7 Camera Backpacks You Need For Travel
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0:00 - Intro
0:44 - Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II: packhacker.com/travel-gear/lo...
2:02 - Shimoda Explore V2 35 Backpack: packhacker.com/travel-gear/sh...
3:10 - Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L (V2): packhacker.com/travel-gear/pe...
5:22 - F-Stop Lotus 32L Adventure and Travel Camera Backpack: packhacker.com/travel-gear/f-...
6:30 - Chrome Niko Camera Backpack 3.0: packhacker.com/travel-gear/ch...
7:38 - NOMATIC McKinnon Camera Backpack 25L: packhacker.com/travel-gear/no...
8:46 - Thule Covert DSLR 32L: packhacker.com/travel-gear/th...
When you’re heading far away from home, your regular camera backpack might need an upgrade to cover all the trials and tribulations of travel photography. From unexpected storms to hikes up a mountainside, these photography backpacks have you covered! When selecting the best camera backpack for travel, it’s essential to determine what’s important to you and look for features that meet those needs. So, we’ve compiled this list to ensure that you end up with the best camera backpack for you.
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As both a photographer, backpacker, and park ranger. I am a huge fan of the Shimoda Explore V2. Not only can I confidently carry my expensive camera gear out into the field or even just while working, I also love the massive water bottle pockets that comfortably fit my large Nalgene's and also is big enough to hold a tripod and be strapped in. Bonus points for it coming in a really nice green color that looks amazing with my park service uniform.
Which size did you go with? We dig the 35 😃 Thanks for the insights!
-Eric
I like everything about it until I got to the laptop compartment. Deal breaker for me. I don't want to have to unzip the entire back panel to get to my laptop.
I have the shimoda explore v2 and totally love it. Best backpack for photography I've ever owned and I've owned a lot of them! Great video guys!!!
Thanks for watching, Kelly! 😃 What are your favorite features about the Shimoda?
-Eric
+1 to the Shimoda backpack. I love mine. Well built and has the most comfortable shoulder straps for my bulky build.
Thanks for sharing, Chris! 😃
-Eric
My Brevite jumper has been a game changer for me. It not be hugely durable for lots of travel but with its lifetime warranty and rain cover - it’s been a brilliant backpack for me so far!
Thanks for the insights, Benjamin!
-Eric
Great video! Great to see different styles and usages of backpacks.
Would really like to see a review of the Wandrd Prvke 31 2.0!🤘
Also this video mostly focused on the pros of the bags, but we all know there will be some cons alongside - include those so the review covers the whole “backpack experience”🙌
Thanks for the suggestions 😃 & thanks for watching!
-Eric
I was looking at an old sling bag video you made and I really liked the Chrome Industries MXD Notch Segment bag. Turns out they don’t sell them anymore. Could you recommend a similar sling that has lots of organized compartments up front and some more open ones in the rear?
I am searching for a bag that can carry my sony 200-600mm about 1-2 other lenses like a 23-70mm and a 50mm or something, plus my dji mini 3 pro with rc controller and the batterys, a 14“ mbp and a tripod. A plus (but not a must) if i could fit a gimbal like the dji rs 3 in.
Any recommendations?
Having tried many camera backpacks, rigged hiking/everyday backpacks for photography gear hands down the best and most comfortable is Shimoda. They have a 25L version that is great for outdoor adventures, exploring urban areas and general travel. It is on the heavier side but man is their harness system and straps super comfortable. Highly recommend.
Thanks for the insight, Bruce! We agree-the harness system is excellent.
-Eric
For me I am thinking of that one or the gomatic bag. Although I wish these bags had them Pacsafe zippers and locks.
My favorite camera backpack is the Atlas Athlete. I have the original and love that it can grow into a bigger bag depending on your needs.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
-Eric
I often need to carry a tripod, but only use it for some slow shutter speed shots. I really like packs that will fit a smallish travel tripod inside. That make the pack stand out less as a camera pack and also keep the tripod protected and not as dangly as some outside the pack solutions. Several of the LowePro Photo Sport packs allow for inside storage as the camera compartment isn't as wide as the pack (haven't tried the last Photo Sport iteration though) and a small tripod will fit beside.
Thanks for your detailed insights 😃 They’re appreciated!
-Eric
I looked for. camera bag recently which could also function as a daypack for hiking and various single day adventures. Sadly I didn't find anything I was happy with, so I looked at camera inserts. Far cheaper, more adaptable and means I don't need to buy another pack which is just useable for a niche. The Tenba BYOB 10 is what I went for, fits 2 mirrorless camera bodies, 3 lenses, filters and batteries etc comfortably. Happy with not having to buy another pack and have the flexibility to use it in whatever carry setup I need.
That's the perfect setup! Unfortunately I tend to always have to try things out, so 3 camera bags later I'm now using a Tenba too. I still have to sell the bags to get some money back...
Thanks for the recommendation, Tom! I’ll pass along your insights on the Tenba 😃
-Eric
Nice review. I’d also be interested to see a video of everyday backpacks/slings that can also be used with a camera insert for travel.
Thanks for the suggestion, Jon! 😃 I’ll pass it along.
-Eric
What about the Atlaspacks Adventure which was the first with the ability to segmentalize the space?
Thanks for the recommendation, Lawrence! I’ll pass it along.
-Eric
I'm surprised you didn't show how easy/hard it would be to use quick access pockets while carrying the bag. Part of PD's appeal is being able to access anything while carrying the bag. I don't know if any of those can also do it.
I think that Shimoda Explore V2 bag is easily the best overall camera pack you can buy. There isn't a more comfortable option, and I haven't seen or used one that is better built. That said, you highlighted the side access by using a small, short APS-C camera. It's worth noting that for anything larger, Shimoda's side access design is one of the worst you can find. The side door on the pack is nice and big. The side access door on the interior core unit is _much_ smaller, it is rigid, and it is an odd shape. The size, shape, and the fact that it is rigid means that it doesn't conform to the shape of your hand or the camera as you reach in to remove gear. You can't reach in and pull even a medium-sized camera like a Fujifilm X-T4 w/ an L-bracket or Canon R5 straight out. You have to maneuver the camera through the opening at an angle to remove it. This necessitates an inefficient interior design that wastes space and increases the risk that you'll drop the camera as you try to remove it. (Because Shimoda puts the side access on the right side, most people will be removing it with their left hand.) I've owned both the Explore V2 and the Action X30. I don't use either when I'm shooting in urban areas or developing countries where side access is critical. But if I can set the bag down and use the rear opening, the Shimodas are my first choice. This limitation is really thing only thing that keeps Shimoda packs from being just about perfect.
As an aside, The WANDRD PRVKE really should be on your list. It too is one of the absolute best.
Thanks for the detailed insights, Timothy! 😃 We appreciate you sharing!
-Eric
I'm right handed and have the Action X30. I retrieve the camera from the side access with my right hand. Shimoda has a video on how this is easily done, you should check it out. I have a Canon 7Dii with capture clip plate attached and it comes out just fine. To easily remove a medium sized camera with lens you'll have to arrange it in the core unit such that the back of the camera is facing the side access door. I guess you could say this is inefficient but I never expected to be able to retrieve a camera from the side access by positioning it any other way.
@@willbritton133 Hey, Will. I'm glad the design works for you. I've seen the video Ian made arguing in favor of his decision to put the door on the righthand side of the bag. All I can say is that I completely disagree-and so do most other bag designers. That said, I do think reasonable people can differ on this. Ian acknowledges that a person's physical build will affect their opinion. For example, when I lower my right arm to open a right side door, the pack wants to slide off my right shoulder and down my arm. This doesn't ever happen to a right-handed person if the bag is hanging from their left shoulder. Anyway, having used both styles extensively, I can counter every one of Ian's arguments.
The issue of right hand door vs left hand door is a separate discussion from one about Ian's design of the door itself. I happen to agree with you on positioning the camera so that the back of the camera faces the side access door. I would argue that this is a pretty efficient use of space. Unfortunately, the R5 with a very low profile L-bracket will not even fit straight through the door. You have to angle it to get it out. This means the camera compartment you create for it needs to be big enough to angle it. This is what causes the inefficiency. As a long time member of Shimoda's official Facebook group, I am far from the only owner who has expressed disappointment over the side door. Ian's a great guy-and to his credit he usually responds to constructive criticism-but when it comes to this topic he's pretty dismissive. He has described rectangular side doors as "utilitarian" (as if this is a bad thing) and advises customers to buy a different brand of bag if his design doesn't work for them. This happens to be the same advise that I give to people who prioritize side access, so on this Ian and I agree. :-)
I have been using Lowepro bags for ever.....they are just the best, period. I still use my very first one, and after 20 years of lugging around 2 dslrs, 4 lenses, flashes, cables, and many other things, I only recently had to replace one plastic buckle on the sternum strap. The bag is still in top condition. I will definitely keep using Lowerpro. My most recent addition is the photo hatchback backpack from Lowepro, wich is perfect for daytrips when I carry only one camera. Thanks for the great video !
Thanks for checking it out, Francois, and for including so much insight! 😃
-Eric
I own/have owned just about every camera backpack and sling out there and I would say if you are a professional get the Lowepro and if you do outdoor stuff get a Shimoda. I love Peak Design products and them as a company and own damn near everything they have but I stopped using their backpacks and slings for mainly one reason, they don't take security seriously, ridiculous I can't lock a bag carrying thousands in camera gear and computers. I have a nice Monfrotto NX camera backpack that can carry camera gear in the bottom and regular stuff in the top and I just switched my Peak Design 5L Sling for a PGY Tech sling and I love that thing. It looks beautiful, the quality is amazing and it is very functional. I still have a ton of Peak Design stuff like camera straps, the Tech Pouch is the best but they need to up their game. The one thing that was nice about the Everyday Backpack was when you flew it was easy to get stuff out the top when the bag was lying on the ground under the seat. The design however is highly inefficient for packing camera gear and taking it in and out also and too rigid.
Wow-thank you for the detailed insights! 😃 I can tell that you know a lot about camera backpacks. Did you have the V1 Shimoda, too?
-Eric
@@PackHacker I have looked at the Shimoda but never bought any of them because I don't have a use case for it but if you look at the guys that do serious off the beaten path photography like Nick Page, they use Shimodas. At the end of the day I think the Lowepro is the best, the problem is people that steal camera gear know what it is and know they usually have serious camera gear in them so be careful where you take it. LOL
@PackHacker what are the two backpacks featured in thumbnail for this video? I couldn’t figure out what that bright reddish-orange one is!
Hey headphoneboy! The orange bag is the F-Stop Lotus 32L packhacker.com/travel-gear/f-stop/lotus-32l/
The bag on the left is the NOMATIC McKinnon Camera Backpack 25L, you can check out the full review here! packhacker.com/travel-gear/nomatic/mckinnon-camera-backpack-25l/
-Ahmad
I really hesitate betweenthe thule 24 and the 32l. At the airport, the 24 passes for sure as cabin luggage. This one might but definitely not always. This one has definitely more room and fits my 15.6 laptop. The 24 will carry less and I don't know if ma Pc enters. The 32 is a bit heavier empty than the 24...
the 24 can be a super everyday backpack as well (although I have a good one, not as good as ths Thule but lighter) , whereas the 32 cannot
DO you think a 15.6 Pc enters ? Nice that you can fit your gimbal. I don't know if my weebill 3, in it's lighter configuration fits. Might be
Can you guys review the Sympl travel backpack pls.
I cannot decide between PD Everyday 30L or Nomatic X PM camera backpack 25L... My first consideration is that it be waterproof and difficult if someone try to open it. (Tharts why Shimoda is out)
Really like that chrome boxy backpack
What’s your favorite thing about it? 🧐
-Eric
Isn't the thule 32l too big for a daily use?
The peak design travel bag for me is the best for sure. Just sold my lowepro 350 ii. Great bag but doesn’t allow me to carry more things.
Thanks for the insights 😃
-Eric
What do you think about NYA-EVO 36？
You should do a review of the Hex Backloader V2. It’s an amazing bag!
Thanks for the suggestion, Eric! I’ll pass it along.
-Eric
Have you ever done a review of the Atlas Athlete?
Kind of unrelated, but carry-on which one=Bellroy Transit, or Able Carry Max?... thanks
Depends on the trip and your specific needs 😃 Check out the full product pages for detailed info!
Bellroy Transit Backpack - packhacker.com/travel-gear/bellroy/transit-backpack/
Able Carry Max Backpack - packhacker.com/travel-gear/able-carry/max-backpack/
-Eric
You missed the WANDRD PRKVE! One of the best camera backpacks as today
I've had this bag since the first one launched and I absolutely love it!!!
What do you like about it, Sergio? 🧐
-Eric
There are a lot of bags missing of course, but they can't show/test everything.
To be fair, this video didn't do much in the way of informing you about the best bag, it just shows a range of bags that their sponsor KEH sells. Not a video for the peoople, but more for the money.
For proper comparison of these bags, they would need an hour long video....
KEH sells used gear! Some backpacks, but more lenses, bodies, etc. As you said, these are a range of bags that cover a lot of different bases. If we were to dive into every camera bag that we love, we’d be here for days 😂
Thanks for checking it out, Mark! 😃
-Eric
7:10 -- Had to do a double take when Tom talked about stashing a DSLR in the top pocket, but the video shows someone pulling out a point-and-shoot
What's the bag on the thumbnail on the right? It looks dope!
packhacker, could u review black ember citadel r2 and shadow please? thank you
Thanks for the suggestion 😃 I’ll pass it along. We did use it in a comparison video! Here’s that: czcams.com/video/iy92oEgmXtg/video.html
-Eric
the two in one system always works bettter for me. If you are on a job and you take a break, you can chose from carring everything or just a smaller bag with just the essentials
I’ve tried the Peak Design Everyday 30L v2, Wandrd Prvke v2 31 & 21, & PGYTech Onemo. I’m looking for a backpack that can carry camera gear & fit under a seat. My plan is to use it as my camera bag w/ a carryon suitcase for leisure, & use it to carry clothes with my camera gear in my Pelican 1510 when I need more camera gear.
The Peak Design looks nice, but it was quite uncomfortable to me as the shoulder straps aren’t very flexible at the top. The straps are also pretty narrow, which I found weird for such a large bag. My favorite thing is this bag could carry 2 laptops easily, which is key for me since I telework & have a videography business on the side. It also doesn’t fit under the seat. I personally didn’t like the access of it from the side & top. It’s a big bag, but I feel like the design limits the carrying capacity.
I’ve tried the Prvke 21 & 31. I had a camera cube w/ each. The 21 fits under a seat, but it can’t carry 2 laptops. The 31 is a beast, but it’s hugeeee (& can’t fit under a seat). I really did like the design of these bags, & they were super comfortable to carry. I hate that the camera cubes don’t have their own straps, & they’re also a bit weird to open if you use them as a bag by themselves.
The Onemo has by far the best camera cube. This camera cube is a mini bag that expands its capacity. You can’t access it while it’s in that bag, so note that. It has a strap included, which is a plus. The backpack itself is where this option falls apart. It does have the largest opening, which would make it ideal for the most gear, but it’s extremely stiff as a bag. I didn’t try fitting this under the seat on a plane, but I’m guessing it wouldn’t fit. I would potentially just buy this camera cube/shoulder bag again.
I returned all these bags, & I’ve almost given up 😭. I may be asking for too much here 😅.
How do you like it, Dominic? 😃 Thanks for watching!
-Eric
There are not that many camera bags that can easily go under a seat. Eather you throw a sling on the Peak Design Camera cube, and slide that under the seat, or you're stuck with a bag than can barely hold a body + 2 lenses.
Sort of the travelphotographers problem... either bring clothes as carrry on, or your camera gear.
I have flown many times with the Peak Design and it fits under the seat just fine and is easy to get stuff in and out under the seat, I just stopped using it because you can't lock your stuff up in it. I also have the PGYTech Sling and I love it, replaced my Peak Design 5L Sling with it.
The peak design travel backpack makes more sense to mention than the everyday bag
Why do you think so? 🧐
-Eric
PD travel backpack, imo, is quite lacking in camera specific functionality. It improves once you add a camera cube, but that costs extra.
Don't think I didn't notice that classic SR mount Minolta lens cap ;) Which one of you is the vintage lens fanatic???
There are a few of us over here 😉 Both Ahmad and I dig vintage lenses! What’s your go-to old-school lens? Mine is probably my Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 😃
-Eric
@@PackHacker Sweet! Hard to argue with the 50 1.4 FD, one of the legends. My easy pick would be the Minolta 55mm PF f/1.7 - cheap, built like a tank, looks sexy, and produces some stunners wide open :)
Great choice! It sounds like you have good taste in vintage lenses 😃
-Eric
Shimoda is GOAT!
What do you like about the Shimoda? Keep an eye on our Reviews Channel for more info 👀
-Eric
Are there any Camera Back Packs that fit under airplane seat. 18 x 14 x 8 inches (45 x 35 x 20 cm).
I will use the back pack to carry Cannon R6 with a 24-105 RF F4 lens on it, Cannon 105 RF f2.8 macro lens and Cannon. 100-400 f8. Rf lens.
The other items I carry are an iPad Air 5, Kindle, a Bose qc 45 headphones and iPhone 12 Pro Max.
I would like to fit all the above items in a camera back pack that will fit under an airplane seat
That’s a tough call, Al. You might be best off with a large camera cube that slides into your daypack, but you will be pressed to find a camera cube that can fit your lenses.
On our site, PackHacker.com, we have carry-on compliance listed for every bag we test! That’s an excellent place to start.
-Eric
Any random backpack compliant the size fitted with a camera insert. I used a Tenba BYOB on an easyjet flight to do just this recently.
I have an endurax large back pack the one that does not have any hard shell paddin. It has top and side access. I carry on the plane a full frame with a 28 to 200. A crop with a 16mm. I also carry a 56mm, a 360 camera, tripod (a joby if on the plane), a ff 14mm, 30mm crop sensor, tilt lens, flash, filters,batteries, sd card sleeve, cables, small flash diffuser, an intervelometer, 15.6 inch laptop, and a battery pack. All of that fits under the plane seat. The bag has top and side access and front access.. And it costs 70 dollars. The bags in this video follow the packhacker tradition of recommending the most expensive gear that they can find to hawk. One thing that I despise about this channel.... no way I am paying 395 for a camera bag. A non rigid bag is key for the plane.
Bought the Thule earlier this year. While I LOVE the concept, it is painful to carry. The McKinnon 25L is arriving tomorrow. Heard good things on the comfort of that one.
Let us know how you like it, Scott! 😃
-Eric
Lowepro whistler bp 450 awii is a way more versatile bag, much more recommendable
I love orange so the thumbnail got me but 😩
where is the orange on from the thumbnail?
7:12 Francesinha Representing
Great video! Thank you for featuring our McKinnon Everyday Camera Backpack 25L among these other amazing camera bags!
Thanks for the comment 😃
-Eric
Missing the Wandrd PRVKE
What do you dig about that pack, Ariff? 🧐
-Eric
I am use low pro 450aw two best product
Thanks for sharing your insights with us 🤙
-Eric
How do I do one bag travel but with camera gear?
Go with a larger camera backpack with space for extra gear, or get a camera cube that fits into your travel backpack! 😃
-Eric
I wonder if any of them could, actually, get on a flight as carry-on.
why you don't quote the atlas athlete bag ?
Where is that orange
7:10 enough space to stash a dslr in the top pocket, gets out a compact camera!!!! 😅😅😅😅
I’m surprised no one talks about brevite much
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Your thumbnail shows a MacKinnon Nomatic for $199. Not sure where you got that pricing. And it's hardly a 'basic' bag, again as the thumbnail states.
forget that nomatic PM collab expensive ass bag...they even did a kickstarter after his first bag sold MILLIONS...like just because you CAN make another version of a bag maybe think about if you SHOULD...we dont need another 600$ bag
What backpacks do you recommend for school under £30? Would be nice if it could hold some gym/pe clothes as well
1st gen of Peak design camera backpack was a failure for me. 2nd gen improved a lot but so many others do camera bags better.
Which pack is your favorite? 🧐
-Eric
Where are the Atlas backpacks in this list? Leaving this out of the comparison doesn't make sense in my opinion.
Which bag do you recommend? 😃
-Eric
@@PackHacker I have the Atlas Athlete backpack and am very happy with it. In my opinion, the best backpack that can protect lots of gear and have additional space for other travel gear. The fitting is also excellent for going on hiking trips and carrying heavy gear without any problem due to the correct fitting and the waist straps.
Thanks for sharing 😃 I’ll pass your suggestion along!
-Eric
As someone starting out my currentbkit has ciatvme less tban 200 uk pounds. Sny slt33 body, sonyb18-55lens alongvwith a minoolta 70-210,,minolta 28-85plusca sigma(35-70 all gearvfrom ebay some od these bagvare wayy outta my budgets(im on uk benefits/welfareso trying to keep everything as cheap as i can
No mention of the most important thing security features ? L review 👎