Through_MI_Eyes

I’m looking for ideas for a new backpack. I want it to handle my new lens the Tamron 150-600g2 and camera body. My extra dslr Nikon d610 and Nikon p1000. Any suggestions....Thanks Preston

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

Check Tamrac packs.
I have had an older one for years, which is no longer available.

PixelStan77 Loc: Vermont/Chicago

Preston, Check Think Tank Bags. They are my favorite. A call to customer service will give the options.
Email: customerservice@thinktankphoto.com or
Phone: 1-866-55-THINK (1-866-558-4465) Extension 1 - Toll Free (USA only)

Strodav Loc: Houston, Tx

There are lots of very good ones out there and everyone has their favorites. You're just going to have to do your own research once the hogs give you dozens of good ideas. The one I use is Manfrotto Travel Backpack. It has room for my D500, Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6 and a couple of other lenses and a point and shoot I usually take with me. It also has a side pouch for a Manfrotto Befree travel tripod on one side, a spot for a water bottle on the other, and a pocket right up against my back for a 15" Macbook Pro. It has served me well for several years now.

tcthome Loc: NJ

For hiking, long hikes or just keeping your camera gear stored & for moving it around(like from site to site & house to car, travel, etc.)?Atlas, Fstop, Shimodo, Loprow, etc. I would go to a site like B&H , Then visit the company web site if you think there is one you like.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Getting a backpack is a lot like getting new shoes, if you don't try them on there is a good chance you won't like them.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=camera%20backpacks&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ps

V2volk Loc: St. Louis area

I have a Lowepro mini Trekker AW and love it. I can put my 150-600 G2 on my Nikon D750 and fit it in the bag. I have never tried a 2nd body but additional lens. They make a larger version I believe. I like the AW feature.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I like LowePro products, and I have a couple of their backpack (not sure of the models). They're well-made and designed intelligently. Don't hesitate to get one just a bit larger than you think you'll need.

pahtspix

Lowepro Fastpack 5 AW holds my Nikon D500/Tamron 150-600mm G2 with lens attached with hood reversed. Will also accommodate extra lenses, flash , memory cards, etc and has a slot for a small laptop . VERY versatile, and it fits most airline over-head bin regulations! GREAT buys can be found on eBay BTW!!

CryptoDS

Regardless of which one you purchase, look for one with wheels that can also be carried like a traditional
backback,they do get heavy after a while a one with wheels you can pull and save a little of the heavy carrying.

hjkarten Loc: San Diego, California

I selected a ThinkTank 26L. Very well made, good design for an elderly backpacker. Excellent shoulder straps, hip belt. Clip camera to shoulder straps to relieve burden on neck. Holds SONY 200-600 mm telephoto with attached A7r4, spare 6500 body, various lenses, cleaning supplies, remote release, raincover, etc. Separate access to rear pocket holding both a 15" laptop and a 10" iPad. Two neat methods of carrying monopod or tripod with gimbal. Pouches for water bottles, rain jacket, snacks. Backpack weighs about 3.5 pounds. Excellent comfort for longer walks. Total weight with all gear is about 25 pounds. Well balanced despite full load, even with monopod+gimbal.
Go to their website for videos on their different models. Price was about $220. A bit higher than others, ((LowePro, etc), but still within a reasonable price range. Very well padded to protect camera gear. Have not been on a plane in many months because of COVID, but it should fit in overhead rack and qualify as carryon.
None of the various backpacks I tested were sturdy enough to use as a small field seat for long days of shooting in a marsh.

hjkarten Loc: San Diego, California

Excellent advice about finding a unit with wheels. But I couldn't find one that had wheels and also had good weight carrying capacity/ergonomics of a well designed backpack.
Which brand and model did you find that did both? Most of the units with wheels were more like a suitcase with added shoulder straps and flimsy hip belt.

pahtspix

A correction with apologies to this Group..The Lowepro that I have is the "FLIP-SIDE 500", and NOT the "Fastpack 5" as I had mistakenly quoted! Please DO check out the Flipside 500 on Lowepro's website!! I think it will really fit your needs from what you described. Good luck!

MrT Loc: Gilbert, AZ

Lowepro AW200 and 350 big and bigger. Water proof/ resistant and have a hip belt. Very happy with them.

aleizadogg Loc: North Carolina

I have a closet full of backpacks. My lowepro fits my 200-500 with a little stress on the zipper and another camera with a short lens, but then my back can't handle it. I have a "cheapo" from amazon which holds 2, but it fell apart quickly. I have a shoulder bag, that holds 2 but if I'm hiking my shoulder can't handle it. I finally found the "solution". I have a 50/50 chance of being right with choosing one camera to bring. BUT, once I start hiking, I wear the camera with a good strap that supports the camera. I leave the other camera hidden in the car and realize that I'm not strong enough to carry two cameras with different lenses.

I'm writing this from a cabin by a river. An eagle just flew into a tree across the river. I went into the cabin to get the camera and shoes. I saw the eagle fly directly behind trees just as I came out on the porch. Basically, I need to grow younger and stronger. Then I can carry everything I want and wait for the perfect timing to come along.