Since this thread is about backpacking gear, does anyone know of any camera backpacks, that have the nifty lens / body organization compartment AND a larger empty compartment for clothes / food? Or am I better off getting a large hiking backpack and forging my own camera compartment inside of it?
I have followed this thread with interest as I have recently been through this exercise of choosing a backpack system for my upcoming extended photo shoot to Cradle mountain in Tasmania.
I decided ultimately on the Lowe Pro Nature Trekker II - for the following reasons:
1. Its capable of comfortably holding all my kit:
1DS MKIII with RRS L Bracket, 16-35mm F2.8L, 70-200F2.8L, 1.4X extender, 25mm Macro Tube, 24mm TSE lens, 50mm F1.2L lens assorted sundries, filters etc.
2. It comes with a daypack which connects to the main pack for carrying other supplies like food and water
3. Its got a highly adjustable harness system that is simply the most comfortable I have ever tried.
4. Its virtually waterproof even without its rain proof cover - with it, its for all intent and purposes storm proof. Waterproof zips etc. Just top rate construction all round.
Hope this helps.