bought this as an alternative to a much larger camera bag which is just way bigger than what I need for quick photo shoots. Perfectly sized to be used as a photo travel bag, this bag has numerous pockets and compartments for small items and accessories. The main compartment can be configured in a variety of ways thanks to the padded Velcro dividers. The laptop compartment is very spacious and offers plenty of space for my MacBook Pro. I particularly like the fact that one of the side zips gives access to the main compartment, allowing me to keep my main camera body with an L lens there for quick access. Construction and materials are very good. A rain cover is included and conveniently stores in a Velcro pocket on the bottom of the backpack. The buckles and straps are easy to adjust and the backpack is very comfortable even when fully loaded. One of the first things I noticed is that even when empty, this pack is a bit heavier than I expected, but I attribute that to the very thick padding on the outer shell. However, the padding offers good protection for the sensitive equipment inside. This backpack looks great and is very well made. It's a bit pricey, but you get a lot of features for your money. Recommended.