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Better than the Fastpack 350 in 3 ways: (1) laptop sleeve loads from the top, not the side -top-loading is easier at airport security, plus laptops may fall out from unfastened side-zipper pockets, (2) upper and lower chambers can be connected, and (3) lower chamber zipper less likely to break.
Worse than the Fastpack 350 in 2 ways: (1) laptop sleeve considerably smaller -2 MacBook 17-inch fit in Fastpack 350, while 1 MacBook 15-inch barely fits in Transit 350, and (2) color choices limited.
Surprisingly nice feature: cup for holding tripod feet.
Slight disappointment: pocket on back is shallow; too small for boarding passes.
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I was looking forward to this bag after seeing Lowepro's video. The bag is extremely versatile for what it can carry and offer. If can act like a Fastpack with fast access from a side door, while providing personal carrying space at the top. It can be reconfigured to carry a 300/2.8 mounted. This bag is also very light.However, this bag is also plagued by several problems. Firstly, the bottom of the camera bag is too soft. Causing the bag to be extremely unstable with gear loaded into it. Another major problem is the weak sewing of the straps to the bag. This bag is made to accommodate heavy gear and some will load it to the brim due to the space offered. The weight will cause the straps to tear at the sew point at the top of the bag. Mine was starting to come off a little when I decided to sell the bag. Talking to my favorite camera shop, several bags have been returned due to the straps tearing at the same location.
A wonderful bag otherwise, the 2 flaws, one unforgivable, really made this bag a loser in my book. But it did have potential though. Hopefully Lowepro can fix these glaring problems.
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Before I get into a "quick review", I wanted to go over the criteria of what I needed. As a Pro-Photographer, it seems I've collected a collection of bags for every scenario (from Tenba's Roadie II Large Luggage, to LowePro's Pro Trekker 400 AW, to ThinkTank Photo's SpeedDemon, to LowePro's Photo Sport 200 AW).I needed something that could carry a Canon 1DX but without the bulk of Pro Trekker 400, and definitely a bit bigger than the Photo Sport 200. And this backpack fit the bill nicely.
While there are a few things left to be desired, like a slightly bigger laptop compartment, the overall pack has proven to be quite smart and stylish.
When I casually go out to shoot the kid or the family, this bag seems to be the great carry all. I'm 6'1" and about 190 pounds and the pack is small looking on me. The straps are VERY comfortable considering the weight I'm carrying. It was actually quite shocking at how easy it was to carry the load I did. Remember, this is a casual backpack, I wouldn't use this for any of my Pro Gigs at all, but merely to tote my camera around from school function to dinner.
I can carry at one given time in Camera Compartment:
-Canon 1DX w/ Really Right Stuff L-Bracket and Canon 24-70 f/2.8 L II (hood reversed)
-Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 L II (hood reversed)
-Canon 600EX-RT Flash
Laptop Compartment can carry:
-13" MacBook Pro without any hardshell casing comfortably OR tablet
Upper compartment has enough room to carry at one given time:
-A Bottle of Water And Sandwich
-Nintendo 3DS XL
-Hoodman Loupe
-ExpoDisc
-Extra Batteries
-Memory Cards
-Lens Cleaning Pen
So, if you're looking for a small casual bag to carry a Pro-Sized body or 35mm body with battery grip... this might be a great option. It's smart looking, comfortable, and well thought out.
Honest reviews on Lowepro LP36577-PWW 350 AW Transit Backpack 350 AW (Slate Grey)
I love almost everything about this bag. I'm coming from using a flipside 300 and needed something that could also accommodate my laptop. I'm able to fit my 15" MacBook Pro, my camera with 3 lenses, flash, chargers, GoPro, and even some clothes. I can attach a travel tripod to the side and use this bag to carry everything I need to travel for just a few days.A few things about the design. The color is nice, although I wish LowePro would do something like Kata bags and make the interior liner very bright. It helps for finding gear in your bag at night. I like the quick side access for the camera, although that's something I rarely use. It's well-padded and the shoulder straps are comfortable, even when completely loaded down. It has a waist strap, which I guess would be useful for hiking. The front outer pocket is useful, as is the netting and small pocket on the inside for holding cards or batteries. I miss my outer side pocket from my flipside. That was very useful, as was the large inner pocket (both of which are lacking here). The one other design drawback I see is the top handle. The flipside had a large, robust handle that could take much more weight than you could load down the pack with. This one just had a single strap. If the pack is heavy, it's not the most comfortable thing to pick the bag up with, and it definitely doesn't feel as capable of supporting all that weight.
Things I wishes they'd change: I would like to see more zippered pockets. One large one on the inside and one side pocket on the outside. If they also upgraded the top handle to something thicker, this would be the perfect pack to carry on a plane for short trips.
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