Manfrotto PRO Light Multiloader Backpack M

£184/$196 The multi-loading Manfrotto split backpack works well for dual camera outfits

With more space in its upper compartment than the Lowepro Whistler, this Manfrotto comes with Velcro dividers in both the main and top sections. This enables you to stow a camera with a modestly sized lens plus another couple lenses in the top compartment, and a second camera with attached lens along with other photo goodies in the main lower section. What’s more, you can access both cameras directly via top and side flaps, as well as getting full access to the main lower section from the front.

There’s the usual grab handle up top, plus a longer one on one side that you can also use as a baggage trolley strap. Both of the main shoulder straps are detachable, enabling you to configure the bag as a backpack, slingback or duffle bag. Tripod fastener straps and the waist strap tuck away when unneeded, making the bag more streamlined. A separate rear compartment is large enough to accommodate a 16-inch laptop and there’s an additional zippered pocket on the right-hand side. The front flap and top flap feature small internal mesh pockets, and the front flap also has an external zippered pocket.

Performance

The backpack performs well in its standard configuration and you can also remove the divider between the main and top compartments, turning the entire bag it into one extra-large space. That can be a real bonus if you’re shooting with an oversized super-telephoto lens. The build quality is very good throughout and versatility is excellent. All in all, it’s a backpack that certainly lives up to its ‘Multiloader’ moniker.