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Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack

Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack

Item # 768640
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A new standard in eco-conscious construction, this Lowepro is the first professional photographer's pack to be made primarily of recycled materials.

  • Carry one or two SLRs along with multiple lenses, a flash and accessories in this comfortable pack with a high-tech suspension and all-weather cover
  • Padded mesh back, adjustable, padded shoulder straps and eight-point harness provide comfort on the trail
  • Sternum strap combines with a padded, quick-adjust waistbelt for even load distribution
  • Interior framesheet and external compression straps add stability
  • Drop-down front flaps expose flexible interior dividers to carry small field camera system, large 35mm or digital pro SLR and four or five lenses
  • Large zippered front pocket holds food or clothing, while interior laminated mesh pockets safely store accessories
  • High-density closed-cell foam and soft nylon lining protect your camera and gear
  • Tripod mount lets you easily attach a tripod to either side or the center of the pack
  • Ripstop nylon all-weather cover protects your camera and gear from snow, rain and dust

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the Lowepro Primus AW backpack will support Polar Bears International, a non-profit organization dedicated to the worldwide conservation of the polar bear.

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Item 768640

Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack Specs

Specification

Description

Average weight4.9 pounds
Dimensions20 x 13.2 x 9.3 inches
MaterialRecycled PET (polyethylene teraphthalat)

Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack Customer Reviews

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Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack
 
4.5

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Sep

5

2008

(14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Carry more then you need....

By agile

from San Francisco Bay Area, CA

About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Site Member

Pros

  • Adjustable Harness
  • Comfortable
  • Easily Accessible Equipment
  • Strong Construction

Cons

  • Odd shaped compartments

Best Uses

  • Protecting Gear
  • Transporting Gear

Comments about Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack:

I bought this bag to use when I needed to carry more personal stuff then my LowePro Slingshot 200 AW could handle. Typically when in the field or traveling. It does that well, too well. I actually end up carrying too much stuff....sigh.

The bag has a very comfortable suspension and is typically LowePro overbuilt. Access to the padded top and bottom compartments is against your back. These means to get into them you have to either take the pack off or swing it around and balance it on your knee. This makes it more secure, but is a lot less convenient that the Slingshot. It is a trade off for security versus convienence.

The bottom compartment is odd shaped (sort of a rhomboid prism shape) and I had to add a piece of self-adhesive velcro to the inserts to fit them the way I wanted to. It does not have the same volume as the Slingshot's main compartment, but is enough for my Canon 30D with Tamron 18-50mm f/2.8 zoom mounted, a Canon 70-200mm f/4 L IS zoom with reversed hood, a Canon 50mm prime, a teleconverter, a rocket blower, the hood for the 18-50 mm, and an Ultripod II. Filters and CF cards go on the zippered lid.

The 'quick' draw opening on the bottom compartment works as advertised- but practice putting the camera back in as it is an unnatural motion. This is an unsecure opening and it is the the only place a thief could get your camera in a snatch and run.

There is a water bottle pocket on the other side. I wouldn't be comfortable sticking a liter bottle in there, but 1/2 liter or 3/4 liter works fine.

The top compartment is surprisingly roomy and has room for more supplies. I put a pair of sneakers and socks with a rain shell in there with a pair of field binoculars and still had some room left. I put my cleaning kit and some plastic rain sleeves in a cover pocket on the

It isn't clear in the photos, but the outside back pocket is an expandable flap with stretch sides open to the top. This is clamped to the back with quick-release straps. You could put a small laptop in there but it would be really awkward. It is a good place to stuff a coat or beach towel, and maybe lunch. There is a small stretch pocket on the lid.

There is an all weather cover and ice axe/tripod hanger too.

It is a very nice bag, It is a functional and sturdy compromise giving both access and security. I will use it when I travel and hike.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Jul

30

2009

 
4.0

It's good but...

By aloha dude

from Pahoa, HI

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Site Member

Pros

  • Adjustable Harness
  • Comfortable
  • Strong Construction

Cons

  • Hard To Access Equipment
  • Too Small

Best Uses

  • Protecting Gear
  • Storing Gear
  • Transporting Gear

Comments about Lowepro Primus AW Camera Pack:

I really like the design of this pack with a few caveats. 1) Not every globe trotting photographer is 5'5" to 5'10" tall weighing up to 175 lbs. I'm 6'4", 300 lbs and fit. The waist handles are irrelevant for me. I cut them off.
2) As in other reviews, quick access is not possible. All the big pockets lay against your back. The side access is ok if you have time to pull your camera and shoot with the lens you have on the camera. Want to change a lens or camera body? Pull the pack off and open the pouches.
3) I love the rain cover that comes with the pack. I live on the wet side of the big island of hawaii, and this has been invaluable

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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