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Lowepro Fastpack 250
- Side Entry Compartment provides easy access to D-SLR equipment and accessories, even when pack is being worn
- Triple Compartment Design ensures superior camera protection, notebook protection (fits up to a 15.4" Widescreen), and organizes personal accessories
- 180-Degree access panel with adjustable dividers provides excellent protection in a customized fit that's easy to load.
- Storage for other accessories with fast access, including a harness pocket for an MP3 player or Mobile Phone, as well as a side pocket.
- Tough, water-resistant outer fabric protects against moisture and abrasion
Product Description
On streets or trails, you can shoot all day when you wear the lightweight, comfortable Fastpack 250 backpack by Lowepro. It protects a digital SLR with an 18-55mm or 17-85mm kit lens attached, plus 15.4" Widescreen notebook, and extra storage for 2-3 additional 105mm f/2.8, 18-200mm f/3.5, or 70-300mm f/4.5 lenses, flash, and other personal accessories. You won't miss a shot, because side-entry compartments let you grab equipment and accessories, even while you're o... More >>
December 14th, 2009 - 16:44
Like it a lot. Like the way it stands straight when placed down. And the quick access has been a life saver. With my Mac Air i sometimes forget I brought along my laptop and now I can edit on the road as opposed to saying do it when I get back.
Rating: 3 / 5
December 14th, 2009 - 16:49
It’s nice to be able to access your camera without having to take off the backpack. I like the side pocket for putting a bottle of water too.
Rating: 5 / 5
December 14th, 2009 - 17:43
I love this pack. I do not use it every day, but when I do it never fails to impress.
Pros: It holds my 400D with grip and Sigma 24-60 with hood attached in the quick open area. Its tight, but it fits. It also holds my 550ex flash, 2 diffusers, a Canon 55-250 IS lens. Misc other camera equipment (cards, reader, instruction books etc) Along with that, I have had my MacBookPro 15″ in it with 2: 2.5″ external hard drives, 1 full size external drive, cables for just about every need, and a small toolkit for my IT work.
Cons: I wear it more like a sling than a backpack over my left shoulder. The “Lowepro” logo on the left strap has torn from the strap. Its not a big deal, as I am sure I have overloaded it for one strap carrying, but its a shame as this is the only issue with this backpack.
My day to day pack does not include a camera setup, as I am not a pro. But when I went to the beach this summer, I took this bag, and it did great out there, and the many sights we went to. My wife (gasp) even wore it for awhile, and did not complain! I got my daughter to carry it (camera equipment stated above only) and she didn’t complain either! its comfortable to carry around without giving you any shoulder or back strain.
Rating: 4 / 5
December 14th, 2009 - 18:21
If you’ve seen the video, you know exactly how useful it is. It can be a little awkward to use because the top open space is of an odd shape. I have a D90 and even though the compartment is narrow, there is still a lot of room for the camera to move around. I haven’t gotten my laptop yet, but I’m sure it will fit. It’s really comfortable to wear too.
Rating: 4 / 5
December 14th, 2009 - 18:56
I made an excellent choice. This bag allows me to carry my Canon XSI with a 70-300 lens on it and has room for another couple of lenses and accesories. The bag isn’t too big yet not so small.
Rating: 5 / 5