First Look: New Line of Weather-Tough Bags from Manfrotto

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The black water-repellent Advanced Active Backpack II from Manfrotto holds a DSLR with an attached lens, two additional lenses, and a flash inside a removable camera insert that fits in a retractable camera compartment. It also accommodates a 15" laptop, or select 17" models behind a dedicated divider at the back of the spacious top compartment. Additionally, the backpack features numerous storage compartments and pockets.

A tripod can be attached to the side of the backpack using a detachable quick-release belt that secures to a loop above an exterior side pocket. To attach a tripod, place a tripod leg inside the pocket and secure the top of the tripod with the belt. For comfort carrying the bag, there is a padded shoulder harness with a sternum strap. Also, a padded top grip handle and a rear trolley strap allow for quickly transporting the backpack.

Pockets

Two external side slip pockets; one doubles as a tripod cup

Small exterior front zippered pocket

Mesh zippered pocket in a spacious front pouch

Two padded accessory slip pockets inside top compartment

Construction

Detachable camera insert quickly removes gear to use backpack as travel bag

Touch-fastener patch secures camera insert in backpack to prevent movement

Red rigid dividers in camera insert create structure and protect gear against impact

Touch-fastened tab secures laptop behind divider

Floor of top compartment unzips to create one large interior space inside the backpack

Removable rain cover for protection from inclement weather

Ergonomically padded breathable-mesh back panel