Lowepro FreeLine 350 Aw bAckpAck

www.lowepro.com £239 / $260

The main compartment of this robustly constructed backpack can hold a large DSLR like the Canon 5D Mark III with a 70-200mm f2.8 lens attached along with a couple of other lenses. Removable dividers are provided to help organise your kit and thanks to the zippers on both sides, there’s quick access.

Around the back there’s a dedicated section to hold a 15-inch laptop, and at the top there’s a compartment for personal effects and a small pocket for things like your passport. In addition, there’s a zip-closing container for essentials like charging cables or batteries.

LowePro has used weather-resistant zips, and carbonate-coated nylon for durability, but a raincover is provided to protect your gear from heavy downpours. There are also straps and bellows pockets on both sides for carrying a bottle or tripod, plus a trolley sleeve and a phone pocket on one of the ergonomically shaped straps.