I carry everything with me! TOP 5 photo backpacks

The temperamental Italian Manfrotto NX Backpack is part of the cohort of relatively affordable photo bags for the big city. The capacity of the photo compartment in the assets of the model disposes to carry the camera in conjunction with a large object, two spare lenses and additional accessories that can be useful in the process of photographing.

The camera, along with the optics, hides from prying eyes in the first compartment of the backpack. And closer to the back, the model has a laptop compartment with a screen size of about 15". The computer will be useful for processing the footage "on the knee" or in cases when you need to free up space on a flash drive. And in general, a laptop is never superfluous, especially when traveling.

Close to the wall behind which the laptop lives, there is a mesh case for the "kid" Manfrotto Pixi — a tripod sharpened for use in conjunction with compact cameras, mirrorless and light SLR cameras (up to 1 kg at full parade). A larger tripod traditionally clings to the backpack from the side. Also, pockets for small items and photo accessories are scattered here and there in the compartments of the model.

Manfrotto NX Backpack is made of high-quality water-repellent fabric, and an additional link to protect its contents from moisture is a complete raincoat. The mention of the compacted back of the backpack and flexibly adjustable shoulder straps deserves special flattering. However, when tightening belts under the complexion of skinny photographers, dangling ends of adjustment straps inevitably form, which have nowhere to put them. This flaw is the only miscalculation in the design of the backpack and it certainly cannot be called particularly serious, which means that you can recommend the model for purchase to photographers with a couple of interchangeable objects without the slightest twinge of conscience.

The Swedish brand Thule has managed to accumulate solid experience in the production of car boots, cargo boxes and other devices for transporting and securing cargo. Recently, the company has made a big bet on sewing backpacks, including those aimed at a narrow audience — enthusiastic photographers and pros.

On the starboard side of the "vessel" with the name Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack there is a door to the "hold", where the camera is stored along with interchangeable optics, various equipment and accessories. A good-sized DSLR with a long-focus object, an external flash, a couple of fixed objects are placed in the compartment for photographic equipment, also thanks to removable internal partitions, the backpack can be used to carry a compact drone (for example, DJI Mavic Air).

On the same side (under the right hand of the "carrier" of the backpack) there is a compartment for a laptop and tablet. But for personal belongings in the main compartment of the model, they left a minimum of space — only a T-shirt fits there, and all sorts of different little things that can be dispersed into small pockets. There is also a place for accessories in the pocket on the removable waist belt, combined with a soft lining.

The back of the backpack has a "breathable" structure, so that the back of the owner of the model does not sweat. The convenience of using the Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack is added by comfortable shoulder straps and a chest strap on a carabiner for additional load stabilization when walking. Among other things, the model is praised for the excellent quality of tailoring, which significantly increases its attractiveness in the eyes of potential buyers who are in search of a good photo jacket for every day.

The basis of the products of the Case Logic brand, which is one of the largest "daughters" of the famous Swedish company Thule, are all kinds of backpacks, cases and bags for both everyday use and for true professionals in their field. In order not to be unfounded, a good confirmation of the last words is the Kontrast KDB-101 photo editor.

The model is able to take on board numerous photographic equipment along with a laptop and tablet, as well as personal belongings of the photographer. In particular, it will appeal to adherents of shooting for fixes — the competent organization of the interior space of the compartment for photographic equipment with an abundance of "seats" allows you to "pack" 8-10 small "glasses" in a backpack in one sitting. The configuration of the compartment can be easily rearranged to suit your own needs, taking advantage of the possibility of transferring removable partitions with Hook-and-loop to any place you like.

The "carcass" of the camera in the "hot state" penetrates into the compartment for photographic equipment through the upper quick access pocket, while all related equipment is loaded into the backpack through the cover of the main compartment. Also on top of the Case Logic KDB-101 fall the aforementioned laptop (with a screen size up to 15.6") and tablet (up to 10"). In addition, there are a lot of pockets for small things and accessories scattered around the perimeter of the backpack.

The model is "dressed up" in a suit made of waterproof fabric and does not need additional protection measures when exposed to precipitation (snow, rain and other weather whims). In addition, the bottom of the backpack is made of dense waterproof plastic, which serves as a good shock absorber when falling. The manufacturer is so confident in the effectiveness of the water protection of his brainchild that he does not forbid putting a backpack straight into a puddle, guaranteeing the complete safety of the photographic equipment placed inside.

A number of useful little things add to the positive impressions when you get to know the model closely: an ergonomic padded backrest, height-adjustable chest fasteners, as well as a two-way arrangement of straps for fixing the tripod. However, the backpack could not do without minuses either — the heavy own weight of the product (almost 1.8 kg) is classified as such. However, against the background of the wealth of positive aspects of the model, it looks like a mere trifle. And in the dry balance, Case Logic KDB-101 is destined to become one of the most "delicious" offers in its price category with a focus on advanced photo travelers and professional photographers.

The Manfrotto Off Road Hiker 30L, originally from the Apennine Peninsula, is a hiking version of a photo backpack with a lot of storage space for photographic equipment and personal belongings that will be useful in a long walk or while overcoming a walking track.

For photographic equipment, a place is allocated in the lower part of the backpack, where a removable module with soft walls is comfortably located. It easily fits a DSLR like the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV with a Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM TV set. At the same time, there is enough free space for a couple of replaceable objects. If not needed, the camera bag is easily removed from the "body" of the model and it immediately transforms into a roomy hiking backpack.

The Manfrotto Off Road Hiker 30L is equipped with adjustable 3D-shaped shoulder straps, a waist belt with a group of pockets for an action camera and snacks for snacking "on the go", as well as a belt used as camera support on the photographer's neck. For additional equipment, the backpack offers a side pocket where a full-size tripod is fastened, and a pair of elastic cords designed to mount more compact tripods or trekking poles.

Materials with water-repellent properties were used in the manufacture of the backpack. In addition, the contents of the model can be protected from the effects of bad weather conditions by means of a complete raincoat (it is stored under the clasp in the upper flap of the backpack). In addition, the reverse side of the rain cape reflects direct sunlight and protects the equipment from overheating.

The comments of the happy owners of the Manfrotto Off Road Hiker 30L testify to its high quality of tailoring, and the only inconvenient moment during the operation of the model can be encountered only by left-handers, for whom quick access to the photo equipment compartment in the side of the backpack is difficult. Summing up, the brainchild of Manfrotto becomes almost an perfect solution for hiking long distances, along with which you do not have to choose between photographic equipment and accompanying equipment.

Our own line of photo bags and backpacks from the well-known travel magazine National Geographic is distinguished by its original appearance with retro styling. Therefore, it is not surprising that in the NG A5290 model from the designer collection "Africa" it is difficult to suspect a device for carrying expensive photographic equipment.

With a backpack, the materials of manufacture of which are dominated by cotton, diluted with leather inserts, and I want to go on an exciting safari through the African savannah in order to contemplate the world of wildlife through the camera viewfinder. You can grab the camera from your backpack to take a picture of a rapidly moving predator of the feline squad in a matter of seconds, using the front access valve to the camera compartment.

The niche for photographic equipment accommodates a SLR camera with a large object (for example, a bundle of Nikon D850 and a universal "glass" Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8 ED VR), a replaceable TV set (like Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR), a flash, a charger the device and small accessories (cleaning pencils for optics, flash drives, etc.). In addition, it is removable, which allows you to free up more space in the backpack for personal belongings stored in the upper compartment.

You can also take a laptop with a backpack on a trip, for which there is a separate compartment. With a laptop, you will be able to deploy a workplace for processing photos in the field. Finally, it is worth noting that the original appearance is given to the backpack not to the detriment of the comfort of carrying: the reasons for pride in the model are the breathable backrest and the weight distribution system, thanks to which, after a day, the photo backpack practically does not burden its owner.