cbarnard7
No longer a newbie, moving up!
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Hey Guys,
A little while back I was on here looking for advice for a lightweight hiking pack that could hold my camera/hiking gear. Well, I've finally picked up an awesome one today!
I know a lot of you are like me and pack only a few things (body, 2 lenses, extra batteries, cards, cleaning equip..etc) on hikes so I figured I'd let you all know about this cool find.
It's called the Photo Sport 200 AW from Lowepro and it was fairly cheap (~$150).
Pros:
Lightweight
Holds 2L water reservoir
Has an AW (all-weather) covering that is attached to the bag on the bottom so you don't lose it
Has very comfortable waist and chest straps for extra support
Has a contoured back plate for easy breathing
Holds plenty of personal items
Has a million zippers and straps for miscellaneous items
Camera goes in side pocket (no need to fully take off)
Cons:
Camera cube doesn't come out
Camera cube is kind of small (couldn't fit a grip)
Doesn't come with 2L water pack (I already had one)
No true tripod attachment point (but you can make one yourself using straps)
Overall, this thing is awesome. It's sleek, it's waterproof and super comfortable.
I can easily fit:
Nikon D5100 with 18-55VR
55-200VR
Extra batteries/cleaning kit/cards
Rain Jacket
Maps/Compass/Whistle/Knife/Medical Kit/Headlamp
Extra socks
Snacks
Water (in reservoir)
And the best part is that when the unpredictable weather hits (like the hailstorm I was in 2 weeks ago 3 miles from any cover) I can just throw on my rain jacket, put my gear away and cover it with the AW cover.
I know I sound like a spokesperson for Lowepro, but this is the best bag for me. They now even have it in a larger 30L size for more stuff (like pro cameras with grips...etc)
I'm stoked!
A little while back I was on here looking for advice for a lightweight hiking pack that could hold my camera/hiking gear. Well, I've finally picked up an awesome one today!
I know a lot of you are like me and pack only a few things (body, 2 lenses, extra batteries, cards, cleaning equip..etc) on hikes so I figured I'd let you all know about this cool find.
It's called the Photo Sport 200 AW from Lowepro and it was fairly cheap (~$150).
Pros:
Lightweight
Holds 2L water reservoir
Has an AW (all-weather) covering that is attached to the bag on the bottom so you don't lose it
Has very comfortable waist and chest straps for extra support
Has a contoured back plate for easy breathing
Holds plenty of personal items
Has a million zippers and straps for miscellaneous items
Camera goes in side pocket (no need to fully take off)
Cons:
Camera cube doesn't come out
Camera cube is kind of small (couldn't fit a grip)
Doesn't come with 2L water pack (I already had one)
No true tripod attachment point (but you can make one yourself using straps)
Overall, this thing is awesome. It's sleek, it's waterproof and super comfortable.
I can easily fit:
Nikon D5100 with 18-55VR
55-200VR
Extra batteries/cleaning kit/cards
Rain Jacket
Maps/Compass/Whistle/Knife/Medical Kit/Headlamp
Extra socks
Snacks
Water (in reservoir)
And the best part is that when the unpredictable weather hits (like the hailstorm I was in 2 weeks ago 3 miles from any cover) I can just throw on my rain jacket, put my gear away and cover it with the AW cover.
I know I sound like a spokesperson for Lowepro, but this is the best bag for me. They now even have it in a larger 30L size for more stuff (like pro cameras with grips...etc)
I'm stoked!