Lowepro Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II vs Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack

The main difference between the Lowepro Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II and the Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack is that the Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack does not.

Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Lowepro Manfrotto
Name Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 9 x 24 13 x 8.27 x 19.3
Weight (lb) 8 2.9
Fabric Polyester
Color Grey Black
Warranty Lowepro Limited Consumer Warranty Manfrotto Standard Limited Warranty
Release Date November 12, 2019 December 11, 2020
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $400 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Load bearing waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant material
Main Compartment Access Full front zipped access Top and rear zipped access
External Pockets Multiple exterior pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior pockets and dividers Spacious internal compartment with camera compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Tripod straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 15" Laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Carry-on compatible Fits the standard to fit as carry-on luggage
Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel ActiveZone back panel
Rain Cover Includes AW Cover
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Camera Features Compatibility Fits 2-3 Pro Mirrorless/DSLR with 400mm Compatible with medium DSLR camera such as Canon 5D Mark IV
Number of Lenses 4-6 lenses 6 lenses
Number of Flashes 2 flash
Dividers MaxFit divider system Interchangeable padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features Rain Cover

You're currently comparing the Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II by Lowepro against the Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack by Manfrotto .


Lowepro 's Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while Manfrotto 's Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features.

The Lowepro Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 9 x 24. It's made of Polyester and is available in Grey in comparison the Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack's capacity is with a size of 13 x 8.27 x 19.3 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Black.