Lowepro Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II vs MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack

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

MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Lowepro MindShift Gear
Name Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II BackLight Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 40L 18L
Dimensions (in) 14 x 9 x 24 10.6 x 18.5 x 7.1
Weight (lb) 8 3.7
Fabric Polyester
Color Grey Woodland Green
Warranty Lowepro Limited Consumer Warranty
Release Date November 12, 2019
Rating 4.7 4.9
Price Under $400 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic shoulder straps Thick-padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Load bearing waist belt Padded adjustable waist belt
Zippers High-quality YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Full front zipped access Large rear zipped access
External Pockets Multiple exterior pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets with cinch straps
Internal Compartments Interior pockets and dividers Interior mesh pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pocket can fit water bottle or umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Tripod straps Daisy chain, gear loops, neck straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 15" Laptop compartment fits up to 13"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet compartment
Organizer Pocket Organizational panel with slip-in pockets for small accessories
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Carry-on compatible
Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel ActiveZone back panel
Rain Cover Includes AW Cover
Ergonomic Ergonomic zipper
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Camera Features Compatibility Fits 2-3 Pro Mirrorless/DSLR with 400mm DSLR and mirrorless camera
Number of Lenses 4-6 lenses 3-5 lenses
Number of Flashes 2 flash 1 flash
Dividers MaxFit divider system Padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features Seam-sealed rain cover protection

You're currently comparing the Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II by Lowepro against the BackLight Camera Backpack by MindShift Gear.


Lowepro 's Pro Trekker BP 550 AW II is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while MindShift Gear's BackLight 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 MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 10.6 x 18.5 x 7.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in Woodland Green.