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How does this compare to a high-end LowePro ProTactic 450 AW Backpack?
As a photographer and filmmaker, I use and access some very expensive equipment. Think Canon L-series lenses, 1DX bodies, strobes, continuous lights, microphones, the list goes on. But when it comes to camera peripherals, it's not always true that you get what you pay for. There are some delightful budget surprises out there and this backpack is one of them. For starters, it's reasonably priced and much better built than my three most expensive old backpacks by a number of famous brand manufacturers. In fact, this K&F is every bit as "professional" as the main backpack I currently use to commute between locations. So why did I buy it, you might ask, if I already have a fancy backpack? Well, my main bag is the much revered Lowepro ProTactic Camera Bag, 450. It has become more popular recently due to many positive reviews on YouTube. I've had mine for years. The 450 is a large, high-quality backpack. The main zipper is on the inside, which ostensibly prevents thieves from getting in their way. I say ostensibly because the 450 still has pockets on the sides that don't deter thieves. So it's not perfect. It also has very skinny straps, which means that while you can carry the kitchen sink around, you can't carry it for very long because the weight isn't distributed well by the awful thin straps. And despite what was said in the reviews, the 450 still feels like a camera bag. I mean, attaching a gorillapod to it is kind of giving away the contents, isn't it? When I don't need to carry the kitchen sink and just want to enjoy the day, the 450 is total overkill. These days, I just need a camera body with a lens attached and, at most, a mirrorless compact for another focal length if I really need it. Step into this delightfully unpretentious and immaculately constructed navy blue backpack from K&F Concept. The features are pretty obvious in the product images, which I've supplemented in this review with my own photos. As you can see, the backpack has a protective compartment with extra velcro inserts that easily accommodates a Canon DSLR body and lens (the one you see is the 16-35, but it also houses the 24-70 just fine). space for another premium mirrorless or compact body. I use Fujifilm X-series cameras, so I've put one in here to show you how things might come together for you. In the other photo I showed that a 70-200 easily fits into the top bin with plenty of room to spare. So you really can use this as your backpack with a 16-35, 70-200 and a mirrorless body with space for lunch, a water bottle, a phone, an LED light, notepad, stuffed animal, etc. As someone who owns a lot of camera bags, the build quality on this K&F is the best I've encountered in years. The materials chosen are of high quality, the stitching is excellent and there is no cruel and silly use of leather. The design cues are thoughtful, including pockets for your SD cards, a rain cover that covers the entire pack, and a tripod support buckle if needed. The padding in the shoulder straps and the extra padding in the back (see my photo) make it all more comfortable under the same load than my main LowePro 450 backpack. Overall, this K&F is a fantastic daypack. It's lightweight, highly capable, and beautifully designed. It is not true that you get what you pay for. you get a little more.
20/10/2023