What camera bag do you use and why!?! Also I find it funny that this same pack was used by BvS in Patagonia and I didn't realize it until researching the bag online and seeing his video as top 3. Kudos bro. Then when I tell him I got one, first comment. "Oh no dude, that bag sucks!!" Hahaha.
I just bought a similar bag, the Burton Focus Camera Backpack. It is just a bit larger, with outside pockets for water bottle, etc... and it is as convenient with a removable insert exactly like yours. Actually, it is Brandon's comments about his new bag that lead me to Burton's bags !
I've gone to mirrorless with a Canon M6, so can manage with a smaller backpack now. The Manfrotto Advanced Active Camera Bag Backpack I works well for me, fitting in the body, the 18-55 kit lens. the 55-200 tele-zoom, the 22mm prime and the 11-22 wide zoom. In addition I have a Cokin filter system, which works nicely with the smaller form EF-M lenses, and there's room for my HP laptop and other gadgets when travelling such as headphones. Manfrotto really do make lovely gear.
Dude the Focus looks awesome!! Good call, I bet it's perfect for travel as well. Yeah the Burton stuff looks great and I know BvS is stoked on his new bag.
I've been eyeing this backpack for a while now, since it looks perfect for my portable desktop (SFF m-ITX fully water-cooled 360mm+240mm rads & CPU+GPU water-blocks in single loop) build (it should be 400x290x125mm when I finish it this weekend I hope). And the fact that I can switch and use it for my camera gear is also a bonus :D
Great review Greg. Love how storage friendly that bag is. Great removable compartment idea there 👍 Nellie, subbed. Great starter video too. Think between you, both you're channels will work hand in hand. Good combo. Keep up the great work guys!
Very cool backpack! I'll keep this one in mind along with others if I need to get a new backpack someday. I'll be curious to see or hear how it works out in the coming weeks and months!
Every time I buy a new bag thinking "this is it!" Then everyone I run into say it's not good because of .... Let's have an update in a few months how you like it, if it holds up etc. that would be good to know- I think manfrotto would fix it if multiple people have similar issues, at least if they want to stay in business, so hopefully you'll tell us yours has had the other issues resolved and it's working great. Nellies channel is a well done first video, I think I was subscriber 23 or so, hoping to get my German back to a conversational level by watching and reading, lol.
Rob!! Good call man, that's more or less how I'm feeling right now too. Haha!! We'll see, but it's also great getting a ton of good info from the community here.
That's a nice, sleek-looking bag. The ability to pull the insert out is great too. That said, I can tell looking at the harness that it wouldn't be for me. For outdoor hiking and adventure, I'd need something like an F-stop Gear or Atlas pack with internal frame and more padding. One feature that has become make-or-break for any new pack I buy is side access. Now that I've gotten used to it I'll never go back. My current travel pack for more urban adventures in places like India is the WANDRD PRVKE 21. It is a little more of a hybrid travel pack w/ side access to gear, expandable top, and great aesthetics. I've never found a bag I've liked better-though I wouldn't take it trekking.
in top compartment can you put like clothes to a 2 or 3 day travel? i want this for my only backpack to travel with i think that i will carry less gear than your gear (like a camera + ronin sc with battery apart + 2 lenses) and the rest maybe for clothes and for macbook pro and wallet and that stuffs but what do you think about it? please let me know! thank you and good video!
Hi Greg I use the Ikigai Rival Medium Bag, it has also a removable compartment bag for the Camera. Lenses etc. and a separate space for the laptop, several pockets and detachable tripod holder. This was my first camera bag purchase and must say has proven to be durable and comfortable during several hikes. Unfortunately the company seemed to have gone belly-up........good news is that you can pick this bag up for discounted prizes from Euro 229,- for Euro 79,-!
Been looking for a new bag currently looking at the Lowepro Whistler 450 as it has a compartment for wet gear like clothing etc, always difficult trying to find a bag that you can also carry clothing etc . Could not see enough space for that in the Manfrotto one for me but great to see other options
Yeah there are a TON of options out there and after what I thought was good research I'm seeing comments in this feed that are giving me post purchase anxiety ;)
How confortable is this bag to wear on say an extended hike or climb.Will the mide staps go around a generous waist lime or the staps go over a broad shoulders.. More inportant does it sit higher up on the shoulders or down in the small of the bag as weight gets heavier the more you walk with it. The lining that goes to your back..is it in breatheable fabric ,so you dont end up with a wet back from sweat?
Hi Paul all great questions. So far I haven't tested it on a big walk, but I did do a full day cycling mission. It was sweaty on the back for sure. Also I have it bottom weighted so the waist straps are key and they held up well. So far so good.
I'm the type to throw my bag on the floor without thinking 😅 how is it in terms of like going on light 4 hour hikes? Is it well padded to protect your gear especially if you put the camera on the top compartment? And how is it carrying a long period of time thanks for taking the time to read and answer this!
Yeah the 15 inch is better for editing. Faster and a bigger screen. I used to have a 13 inch and loved it, but the 15 is bigger and works better for my lifestyle.
When you say carry on, do you mean overhead compartment, or will this fit under the seat in front of you with your traveling rig? Just got this pack and wanted to know what I'll be capable of bringing on an upcoming trip.
I really miss Italy. Thanks for the quality review...but I still think I'm going with the Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II or the Lowepro Flipside Trek BP 450 AW.
Nice review Greg, I have two questions: what is the purpose of the flap in the middle of the back of the insert? and where goes the mesh cover when the insert is in the bag? Thanks for sharing. Will check Nellie's channel, how about a link below the video window? ;-)
Hi Pete. The flap in the middle is to separate the upper and bottom middle compartments of the insert. It can be changed but works well to separate my mirrorless. The mesh cover I fold up and tuck it under the bottom of the insert. Link to Nellie's channel is in the end screen of this video.
Pictures show a bottle holder? For me a pack I plan to take on a hike needs to have that feature. Also what about the padding and straps? Comfortable? Obviously, time will tell on the wear and tear, Manfroto is a great name and makes great tripods... but could their backpack be like HP Laptops? (IT people get the joke) and ummm... why no German subtitles? I suspect this will become a thing and could radically increase viewership.
Scott Jung Scott!! Yes it has a side bottle holder. Straps are good. I’ve been testing it cycling in Italy and hiking in Greece and so far so good. Real tester will be how it’s shaped 6 months from now. Maybe one day I’ll have more German subtitles, but my written German is terrible right now.
I'm taking my camera gear as a carry on for the first time in a couple of weeks, The question I have, Do you need take all the lens and camera out when you send it through the x-ray in the airport?
Good question Wayne. It depends. I often try not to take everything out and see if it goes through first time. It's 50/50. If they ask for it to go back so be it, but often they know it's camera gear and are fine with an easy second go about.
Thank you Greg for the detailed review, I just got 2 quick questions if you don't mind. Is the divider from the top compartment removable just like the dividers from the larger space? Where does the black zip net go after you insert the case into the bag? Very curious about these two. Cheers!
Looks a very practicably designed backpack Greg? Do you ever get any issues with weight when carrying on your various flights. Subbed to Nellie's channel too and look forward to seeing the channel develop alongside yours
Not often but if I see the crew weighing at the gate I usually get nervous ;) I'm well over capacity for carry on weight restrictions. Knock on wood it still doesn't happen very often at the gate.
I've been in search for a new bag for a long time as well. I just ordered the Atlas Athlete, expensive but I'm thinking it's going to be perfect. How do you deal with your bag being too heavy at airports? Do they ever weigh it?
DUDE!!! That looks AWESOME. I wish I had seen this one during my research. 40L is a bit smaller, and not sure if it would hold my laptop (also the price is much much more expensive), but I would love to have seen one of these up close. Shows there is still a market for the perfect carry on adventure travel camera bag (that holds a laptop).
Great video Mr Snell, I do have to disagree with you. I think that I manfrotto made this great camera bag but is too fragile. I have a copy of this bag and after one week of use the back zipper gave up on me. Don't get me wrong I love the design but the quality is not there it felt cheap. If we as customers are spending $150-200 for a camera bag then the manufacturer has the responsibility of producing a product that is made with quality over quantity. Great video overall.
Ramon thanks for the honest comment man. You're the second person to say the back zipper broke, so I'll be careful with it. Cheers for the heads up. I agree.
Hi Greg, when you carry a big tripod using the tripod holder does it add/put pressure to all the gear that you have inside the bag? I'm using a Manfrotto advance travel backpack but I have noticed that everytime that I use the center holder for my tripod it adds pressure to my camera and I don't want that. Thank you.
Nice demo. 50L seems big for a carry-on, but you travel a lot more than I. Didn't your last bag have wheels? Won't you miss that feature? I think BvS dumped his Manfrotto for a Burton, as I recall, but who can keep track. Looking forward to the Crete content. Is this a job? Rock on!
Hey nice one!! Yeah my last carry on Osprey pack was a convertible with wheels. It was nice but extremely uncomfortable to wear as a backpack especially for bigger journeys. BvS did dump this exact bag for a Burton. We chatted on that in depth yesterday. Finding the perfect solution (especially carry on) with all the gear I currently have is tough, but I'm happy with the decision of going with this bag for now.
Good call, I've realized since this video that I can fit the gimbal in the laptop pocket when on location or out for a shoot. When travelling through airports and on planes I break the gimbal down into my rollie carry on. Tend not to use it much on planes and as I travel carry on, if need be I can access it easily.
@@joakimtollerud2172 good question dude. No not really. Since then I've found better. I'm currently using the PacSafe Venture Safe X40 ruclips.net/video/uoPls-iRbxk/видео.html Shimoda also makes great bags.
Don't want to rain on your parade but... I had that manfrotto bag for about 2 months while I started traveling non stop, 4 months ago, the bag is great really loved it at first... But then I started to see how weak it was, the bag is not great for heavy pro gear like you have (so do I). It started to rip apart close to the shoulder strap, which was a big no no for me, it was also very uncomfortable on longer walks. Also I couldn't stand to have to always have the 70-200 on the body to fit all my stuff in the bag. Anyway long story short I got my self a mindshift backlight 36l. Which IMO is such a superior camera bag, much bigger yes, and gets more attention when getting on a plane or bus, but so much more room that I have space for my 70-200, whether it's on the body or not and I don't need to play Tetris every time I pick up the camera. Also all the straps are so much more comfortable and there's more adjustments. It is more expensive but you can easily see why. I hope, I think it will, last much much longer than the manfrotto.
Dude great comment and I appreciate your story. Don't you find a 36L too small? I'm barely getting by with the 50L Mover plus my other carry on piece. It works, but it's tight. Good call on the straps, I'll have to watch them for sure.
@@gregorsnell the 50 on that model name surely doesn't stand for 50 liters capacity because my 36 liters is much bigger and fits much more stuff. Compare your bag to a 50l backpacker hiking bag and you'll see it doesn't make sense (also if you check the outside dimensions of both bags it doesn't make sense the manfrotto is much smaller). In the mindshift 36l camera compartment I can fit easily all the stuff you mention and still have room for a spare place for my 70-200 in case I don't want it on the body. And then there's 11 liters in front for the laptop and much more stuff like a jacket, food etc and two big side pockets for water and tripod if you want if on the side. I can send you pictures on Facebook messenger if you want to see.
Yo true that man!! I got confused for sure, it's smaller than a 50L. The ThinkTank Mindshift Backlight 36L looks GREAT!!! Just giving me too much post purchase second guessing here Mr. Castro ;) Looks like I might follow a similar path to you. I'll use this Manhattan for now ans as it's start to get more worn I can look for something beefier to enter 2019. Thanks for the solid advice mate.
Nice review... I tried the Monfrotto Manhattan Mover 50 while also evaluating the Monfrotto Advanced Travel Backpack, and decided on the Monfrotto Advanced Travel Backpack. It was a difficult choice between the two, but decided the Advanced Travel backpack fit better under a plane seat as a carry on. Unfortunately, after extended use... I had to fall back to Lowepro's camera packing system over the Monfrotto. Monfrotto simply did not hold up to the outdoor wear and tear compared to the Lowe's bags I have used. The trade off is that Lowepro backpacks are heavier but provide better support, comfort and durability. Don't get me wrong, I like both the Monfrotto and Lowepro backpacks... but, for different reasons. The square designed Monfrotto is better for airplane travel (i.e., tourist-like travel) but less than optimal in the field.... The Lowepro is the opposite. The Lowpro's thicker shoulder straps, hefty waist belts and numerous add-on options makes the Lowepro more versatile and useful in tough outdoor environments. They both compartmentalize differently and each method has it's advantages and disadvantages. In the end, ...after trying dozens of different backpacks over the past decades... Lowepro backpack system seems to be most consistent in it's performance...but, the new comer - Monfrotto has definitely pushed the envelope in camera pack design. Who knows? Someday... there may be a Low-frotto bag that can have the best of both worlds. :)
BTW... one reason I went back to the Lowepro is that the Monfrotto's backside entry can't effectively do what the Lowepro's backside entry can do ( Lowepro calls it "flipside" opening). The Lowpro lets you use the backpack like a working table and (in theory) the Monfrotto should be able to do something similar. Unfortunately, the Monfrotto waist belt is far to thin/flimsy to hold the bag as a platform to work your camera. In effect, Monfrotto diluted one of the key advantages to a backside entry. The Monfrotto doesn't allow the pack to work like a table and avoid having to lay the bag down in muddy/wet conditions. Similar to the Lowepro, the Monfrotto has the potential of being useful as a working platform ... but the design of belt hinders the use of the Monfrotto in this way. This link shows a photo of what the Monfrotto can not do very easily. While the Lowpro does it very well. An advantage I find very useful - at times. (Lowepro flipside is shown in link) www.dropbox.com/s/tqectzqut9smcig/lowpro%20backside%20open.jpg?dl=0
@@joemoya9743 Thank you for all the detailed info. I'm considering the manfrotto mover 30 as my camera backpack. Does lowepro have something comparable? I have (as for now) the Sony a6400 + kit lens, Sony 35mm f1.8, Sigma 30mm f2.8 , Sigma 16mm f1.4 and the Viltrox 85 mm f1.8. Any advice would be appreciated.
@@erisferra I have never used the Monfrotto mover 30. However, looking at it specs and videos, it appears to be good choice for everyday use or carry-on travel. However, the divided top section access from the body limit it's storage arraignment flexibility in exchange for more access options. Also, this is not a bag I would check compared to the Lowe Pro bags. The location of the laptop in the large outer pocket would make it very susceptible to being broke if stored for air travel since it almost impossible to not have some lumps that would act like a pressure point on any laptop.
@@joemoya9743 Thank you very much. I intend to use the backpack mostly for city travel and casual photography, I do like the manfrotto design but also like the lowepro flipside use. I do not intend to use it for carrying my laptop but ony for photo gear. I found a manfrotto 30 at 61 Euro (hoping it isn't a scam) so fingered crossed.
Everyone's a "professional" now a days though. Just as long as you have a camera. I see a lot of people saying professional amateur photographer 🤦🏻♂️😂😂😂
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What camera bag do you use and why!?! Also I find it funny that this same pack was used by BvS in Patagonia and I didn't realize it until researching the bag online and seeing his video as top 3. Kudos bro. Then when I tell him I got one, first comment. "Oh no dude, that bag sucks!!" Hahaha.
Greg Snell Bruh is it me or is there no link for the back pack in the description.
I just bought a similar bag, the Burton Focus Camera Backpack. It is just a bit larger, with outside pockets for water bottle, etc... and it is as convenient with a removable insert exactly like yours. Actually, it is Brandon's comments about his new bag that lead me to Burton's bags !
I've gone to mirrorless with a Canon M6, so can manage with a smaller backpack now. The Manfrotto Advanced Active Camera Bag Backpack I works well for me, fitting in the body, the 18-55 kit lens. the 55-200 tele-zoom, the 22mm prime and the 11-22 wide zoom. In addition I have a Cokin filter system, which works nicely with the smaller form EF-M lenses, and there's room for my HP laptop and other gadgets when travelling such as headphones. Manfrotto really do make lovely gear.
Dude the Focus looks awesome!! Good call, I bet it's perfect for travel as well. Yeah the Burton stuff looks great and I know BvS is stoked on his new bag.
Neil!! Sounds perfect for your set up man. Shows it's all about what works for us individually.
Thank you for detailed review❤
I've been eyeing this backpack for a while now, since it looks perfect for my portable desktop (SFF m-ITX fully water-cooled 360mm+240mm rads & CPU+GPU water-blocks in single loop) build (it should be 400x290x125mm when I finish it this weekend I hope).
And the fact that I can switch and use it for my camera gear is also a bonus :D
I like the removable inner idea. Good luck Nellie with the new channel. Will take a look.
Great review Greg. Love how storage friendly that bag is. Great removable compartment idea there 👍 Nellie, subbed. Great starter video too. Think between you, both you're channels will work hand in hand. Good combo. Keep up the great work guys!
You're the man Rich!! Looking forward to shooting photos and travelling with you again soon mate!!
Very cool backpack! I'll keep this one in mind along with others if I need to get a new backpack someday. I'll be curious to see or hear how it works out in the coming weeks and months!
Nice review bro! I was just in Italy shooting a wedding (video on my channel). I am looking at this bag, and this was a big help! Thanks so much!
Every time I buy a new bag thinking "this is it!" Then everyone I run into say it's not good because of .... Let's have an update in a few months how you like it, if it holds up etc. that would be good to know- I think manfrotto would fix it if multiple people have similar issues, at least if they want to stay in business, so hopefully you'll tell us yours has had the other issues resolved and it's working great. Nellies channel is a well done first video, I think I was subscriber 23 or so, hoping to get my German back to a conversational level by watching and reading, lol.
Rob!! Good call man, that's more or less how I'm feeling right now too. Haha!! We'll see, but it's also great getting a ton of good info from the community here.
What is the 10 month review
That's a nice, sleek-looking bag. The ability to pull the insert out is great too. That said, I can tell looking at the harness that it wouldn't be for me. For outdoor hiking and adventure, I'd need something like an F-stop Gear or Atlas pack with internal frame and more padding.
One feature that has become make-or-break for any new pack I buy is side access. Now that I've gotten used to it I'll never go back. My current travel pack for more urban adventures in places like India is the WANDRD PRVKE 21. It is a little more of a hybrid travel pack w/ side access to gear, expandable top, and great aesthetics. I've never found a bag I've liked better-though I wouldn't take it trekking.
Love this bag! I actually
Use this one as well. So happy with it.
in top compartment can you put like clothes to a 2 or 3 day travel? i want this for my only backpack to travel with i think that i will carry less gear than your gear (like a camera + ronin sc with battery apart + 2 lenses) and the rest maybe for clothes and for macbook pro and wallet and that stuffs but what do you think about it? please let me know! thank you and good video!
Hi Greg I use the Ikigai Rival Medium Bag, it has also a removable compartment bag for the Camera. Lenses etc. and a separate space for the laptop, several pockets and detachable tripod holder. This was my first camera bag purchase and must say has proven to be durable and comfortable during several hikes. Unfortunately the company seemed to have gone belly-up........good news is that you can pick this bag up for discounted prizes from Euro 229,- for Euro 79,-!
Man this sounds perfect!! Sad to hear the company went belly up. Looks great after a quick google search though.
Thank you for the review. I was wondering how well it ventilates your back on hot days.
Cabe el ad400pro y con 3 lentes y la cámara?
Been looking for a new bag currently looking at the Lowepro Whistler 450 as it has a compartment for wet gear like clothing etc, always difficult trying to find a bag that you can also carry clothing etc . Could not see enough space for that in the Manfrotto one for me but great to see other options
Yeah there are a TON of options out there and after what I thought was good research I'm seeing comments in this feed that are giving me post purchase anxiety ;)
How confortable is this bag to wear on say an extended hike or climb.Will the mide staps go around a generous waist lime or the staps go over a broad shoulders.. More inportant does it sit higher up on the shoulders or down in the small of the bag as weight gets heavier the more you walk with it.
The lining that goes to your back..is it in breatheable fabric ,so you dont end up with a wet back from sweat?
Hi Paul all great questions. So far I haven't tested it on a big walk, but I did do a full day cycling mission. It was sweaty on the back for sure. Also I have it bottom weighted so the waist straps are key and they held up well. So far so good.
I'm the type to throw my bag on the floor without thinking 😅 how is it in terms of like going on light 4 hour hikes? Is it well padded to protect your gear especially if you put the camera on the top compartment? And how is it carrying a long period of time thanks for taking the time to read and answer this!
I am not entirely happy with my sport lowepro bag but one I am keeping an eye on is the Atlas bag
Hey mate good one. Can I ask why you travel with a 15 inch screen laptop and not a 13 inch etc? Also no gimbal?
Yeah the 15 inch is better for editing. Faster and a bigger screen. I used to have a 13 inch and loved it, but the 15 is bigger and works better for my lifestyle.
When you say carry on, do you mean overhead compartment, or will this fit under the seat in front of you with your traveling rig? Just got this pack and wanted to know what I'll be capable of bringing on an upcoming trip.
It'll fit under the seat.
I really miss Italy. Thanks for the quality review...but I still think I'm going with the Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II or the Lowepro Flipside Trek BP 450 AW.
Nice review Greg, I have two questions: what is the purpose of the flap in the middle of the back of the insert? and where goes the mesh cover when the insert is in the bag? Thanks for sharing. Will check Nellie's channel, how about a link below the video window? ;-)
Hi Pete. The flap in the middle is to separate the upper and bottom middle compartments of the insert. It can be changed but works well to separate my mirrorless. The mesh cover I fold up and tuck it under the bottom of the insert. Link to Nellie's channel is in the end screen of this video.
Thanks Greg, I meant the flap on the rear of the insert as visible at 8:43 of the video :-)
Pictures show a bottle holder? For me a pack I plan to take on a hike needs to have that feature. Also what about the padding and straps? Comfortable? Obviously, time will tell on the wear and tear, Manfroto is a great name and makes great tripods... but could their backpack be like HP Laptops? (IT people get the joke) and ummm... why no German subtitles? I suspect this will become a thing and could radically increase viewership.
Scott Jung Scott!! Yes it has a side bottle holder. Straps are good. I’ve been testing it cycling in Italy and hiking in Greece and so far so good. Real tester will be how it’s shaped 6 months from now. Maybe one day I’ll have more German subtitles, but my written German is terrible right now.
Genial Greg! Yo necesito una mochila donde entre el gimbal zhiyun crane v2 ! es muy dificil consegui una mochila asi.
Che!! Gracias. Si es una pena verdad. Pero creo que tu puedes poner lo afera como el tripodo.
I'm taking my camera gear as a carry on for the first time in a couple of weeks, The question I have, Do you need take all the lens and camera out when you send it through the x-ray in the airport?
Good question Wayne. It depends. I often try not to take everything out and see if it goes through first time. It's 50/50. If they ask for it to go back so be it, but often they know it's camera gear and are fine with an easy second go about.
Thank you Greg for the detailed review, I just got 2 quick questions if you don't mind.
Is the divider from the top compartment removable just like the dividers from the larger space?
Where does the black zip net go after you insert the case into the bag?
Very curious about these two.
Cheers!
Looks a very practicably designed backpack Greg? Do you ever get any issues with weight when carrying on your various flights.
Subbed to Nellie's channel too and look forward to seeing the channel develop alongside yours
Not often but if I see the crew weighing at the gate I usually get nervous ;) I'm well over capacity for carry on weight restrictions. Knock on wood it still doesn't happen very often at the gate.
Hello! Nice video ! liked Italy? Can I ask if you brought this backpack on the plane as hand luggage?
Yeah Italy is awesome! Yes you can bring this on the plane.
I've been in search for a new bag for a long time as well. I just ordered the Atlas Athlete, expensive but I'm thinking it's going to be perfect. How do you deal with your bag being too heavy at airports? Do they ever weigh it?
DUDE!!! That looks AWESOME. I wish I had seen this one during my research. 40L is a bit smaller, and not sure if it would hold my laptop (also the price is much much more expensive), but I would love to have seen one of these up close. Shows there is still a market for the perfect carry on adventure travel camera bag (that holds a laptop).
Hello , thank you for the video , are you still using the same bag ?
Nope. I've got a PacSafe VentureSafe x40 now.
@@gregorsnell Thank you
Great video Mr Snell, I do have to disagree with you. I think that I manfrotto made this great camera bag but is too fragile. I have a copy of this bag and after one week of use the back zipper gave up on me. Don't get me wrong I love the design but the quality is not there it felt cheap. If we as customers are spending $150-200 for a camera bag then the manufacturer has the responsibility of producing a product that is made with quality over quantity. Great video overall.
Ramon thanks for the honest comment man. You're the second person to say the back zipper broke, so I'll be careful with it. Cheers for the heads up. I agree.
Hi Greg, when you carry a big tripod using the tripod holder does it add/put pressure to all the gear that you have inside the bag? I'm using a Manfrotto advance travel backpack but I have noticed that everytime that I use the center holder for my tripod it adds pressure to my camera and I don't want that. Thank you.
Nice demo. 50L seems big for a carry-on, but you travel a lot more than I. Didn't your last bag have wheels? Won't you miss that feature? I think BvS dumped his Manfrotto for a Burton, as I recall, but who can keep track. Looking forward to the Crete content. Is this a job? Rock on!
Hey nice one!! Yeah my last carry on Osprey pack was a convertible with wheels. It was nice but extremely uncomfortable to wear as a backpack especially for bigger journeys. BvS did dump this exact bag for a Burton. We chatted on that in depth yesterday. Finding the perfect solution (especially carry on) with all the gear I currently have is tough, but I'm happy with the decision of going with this bag for now.
The search for the perfect bag is endless.
Nice reivew, and a very nice bag, but the capacity is not 50 liter, more like something between 20-25 L.
Yeah I know. That was a mistake on my part. Ideally I think I need about 32L, but then I'll be pushing it as additional carry on.
Where do you store your main tripod when it isn't on the outside? I saw the Gorilla Pod location but not the larger tripod. Just wondering Bruh.
In a rollie carry on suitcase.
But how DO you pack your gimbal? I have the same one and would hate to break it.
Good call, I've realized since this video that I can fit the gimbal in the laptop pocket when on location or out for a shoot. When travelling through airports and on planes I break the gimbal down into my rollie carry on. Tend not to use it much on planes and as I travel carry on, if need be I can access it easily.
HI greg, great vid. Can you have this bag as a carry-on while flying?
yup.
@@gregorsnell do you still recommend it? Im not packing it as hard as you are or did.
@@joakimtollerud2172 good question dude. No not really. Since then I've found better. I'm currently using the PacSafe Venture Safe X40 ruclips.net/video/uoPls-iRbxk/видео.html Shimoda also makes great bags.
Heyyy, thank you for this video
That help me a lot
Question, how you deal at the airport with all this stuff, is it overweight?
Hi it is, but if you do online check in and don't check any bags the airline staff won't weight your carry on bag at the gate.
Don't want to rain on your parade but... I had that manfrotto bag for about 2 months while I started traveling non stop, 4 months ago, the bag is great really loved it at first... But then I started to see how weak it was, the bag is not great for heavy pro gear like you have (so do I). It started to rip apart close to the shoulder strap, which was a big no no for me, it was also very uncomfortable on longer walks. Also I couldn't stand to have to always have the 70-200 on the body to fit all my stuff in the bag. Anyway long story short I got my self a mindshift backlight 36l. Which IMO is such a superior camera bag, much bigger yes, and gets more attention when getting on a plane or bus, but so much more room that I have space for my 70-200, whether it's on the body or not and I don't need to play Tetris every time I pick up the camera. Also all the straps are so much more comfortable and there's more adjustments. It is more expensive but you can easily see why. I hope, I think it will, last much much longer than the manfrotto.
Dude great comment and I appreciate your story. Don't you find a 36L too small? I'm barely getting by with the 50L Mover plus my other carry on piece. It works, but it's tight. Good call on the straps, I'll have to watch them for sure.
@@gregorsnell the 50 on that model name surely doesn't stand for 50 liters capacity because my 36 liters is much bigger and fits much more stuff. Compare your bag to a 50l backpacker hiking bag and you'll see it doesn't make sense (also if you check the outside dimensions of both bags it doesn't make sense the manfrotto is much smaller). In the mindshift 36l camera compartment I can fit easily all the stuff you mention and still have room for a spare place for my 70-200 in case I don't want it on the body. And then there's 11 liters in front for the laptop and much more stuff like a jacket, food etc and two big side pockets for water and tripod if you want if on the side. I can send you pictures on Facebook messenger if you want to see.
Yo true that man!! I got confused for sure, it's smaller than a 50L. The ThinkTank Mindshift Backlight 36L looks GREAT!!! Just giving me too much post purchase second guessing here Mr. Castro ;) Looks like I might follow a similar path to you. I'll use this Manhattan for now ans as it's start to get more worn I can look for something beefier to enter 2019. Thanks for the solid advice mate.
@@gregorsnell sorry lol but yes at least you can get prepared if you run into the same issues, hope not!
Does it fit under airline seat? That is a big one for me to keep all my gear carry-on and not be that guy who puts three things overhead.
Can I put a 15in laptop in this backpack
Yes.
Very helpful video
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Nice review... I tried the Monfrotto Manhattan Mover 50 while also evaluating the Monfrotto Advanced Travel Backpack, and decided on the Monfrotto Advanced Travel Backpack. It was a difficult choice between the two, but decided the Advanced Travel backpack fit better under a plane seat as a carry on. Unfortunately, after extended use... I had to fall back to Lowepro's camera packing system over the Monfrotto.
Monfrotto simply did not hold up to the outdoor wear and tear compared to the Lowe's bags I have used. The trade off is that Lowepro backpacks are heavier but provide better support, comfort and durability. Don't get me wrong, I like both the Monfrotto and Lowepro backpacks... but, for different reasons. The square designed Monfrotto is better for airplane travel (i.e., tourist-like travel) but less than optimal in the field.... The Lowepro is the opposite. The Lowpro's thicker shoulder straps, hefty waist belts and numerous add-on options makes the Lowepro more versatile and useful in tough outdoor environments. They both compartmentalize differently and each method has it's advantages and disadvantages.
In the end, ...after trying dozens of different backpacks over the past decades... Lowepro backpack system seems to be most consistent in it's performance...but, the new comer - Monfrotto has definitely pushed the envelope in camera pack design. Who knows? Someday... there may be a Low-frotto bag that can have the best of both worlds. :)
BTW... one reason I went back to the Lowepro is that the Monfrotto's backside entry can't effectively do what the Lowepro's backside entry can do ( Lowepro calls it "flipside" opening). The Lowpro lets you use the backpack like a working table and (in theory) the Monfrotto should be able to do something similar. Unfortunately, the Monfrotto waist belt is far to thin/flimsy to hold the bag as a platform to work your camera. In effect, Monfrotto diluted one of the key advantages to a backside entry. The Monfrotto doesn't allow the pack to work like a table and avoid having to lay the bag down in muddy/wet conditions. Similar to the Lowepro, the Monfrotto has the potential of being useful as a working platform ... but the design of belt hinders the use of the Monfrotto in this way.
This link shows a photo of what the Monfrotto can not do very easily. While the Lowpro does it very well. An advantage I find very useful - at times. (Lowepro flipside is shown in link)
www.dropbox.com/s/tqectzqut9smcig/lowpro%20backside%20open.jpg?dl=0
@@joemoya9743 Thank you for all the detailed info. I'm considering the manfrotto mover 30 as my camera backpack. Does lowepro have something comparable?
I have (as for now) the Sony a6400 + kit lens, Sony 35mm f1.8, Sigma 30mm f2.8 , Sigma 16mm f1.4 and the Viltrox 85 mm f1.8. Any advice would be appreciated.
@@erisferra I have never used the Monfrotto mover 30. However, looking at it specs and videos, it appears to be good choice for everyday use or carry-on travel. However, the divided top section access from the body limit it's storage arraignment flexibility in exchange for more access options. Also, this is not a bag I would check compared to the Lowe Pro bags. The location of the laptop in the large outer pocket would make it very susceptible to being broke if stored for air travel since it almost impossible to not have some lumps that would act like a pressure point on any laptop.
@@joemoya9743 Thank you very much. I intend to use the backpack mostly for city travel and casual photography, I do like the manfrotto design but also like the lowepro flipside use. I do not intend to use it for carrying my laptop but ony for photo gear. I found a manfrotto 30 at 61 Euro (hoping it isn't a scam) so fingered crossed.
how tall are you? for a size comparisson
5'11'' or 178cm
@@gregorsnell thanks man
How about your clothes?
Clothes go into a carry on rolly suitcase.
Everyone's a "professional" now a days though. Just as long as you have a camera. I see a lot of people saying professional amateur photographer 🤦🏻♂️😂😂😂