The main difference between the Lowepro ProTactic 350 AW II and the Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack is that the ProTactic 350 AW II has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Waist belt converts to utility belt with included accessories) while the Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Lowepro | Manfrotto |
Name | ProTactic 350 AW II | Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack | |
Category | Camera | Camera | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 7 x 18.5 | 13 x 8.27 x 19.3 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.7 | 2.9 | |
Fabric | Lightweight FormShell™ Construction | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | Lowepro Limited Consumer Warranty | Manfrotto Standard Limited Warranty | |
Release Date | September 19, 2018 | December 11, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Waist belt converts to utility belt with included accessories | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant material | ||
Main Compartment Access | Full zipped rear and top access | Top and rear zipped access | |
External Pockets | Top and 2 zipped side 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 | Padded carry handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Quick lock straps and a slip lock tripod | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | CradleFit™ compartment safeguards up to 13" laptop | Laptop compartment fits up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet compartment | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the standard to fit as carry-on luggage | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Rain Cover | Built-in all weather cover | ||
Ergonomic | Activzone system technology to support at shoulder blades, lumbar and waist | ||
Camera Features | Compatibility | Compatible with standard DSLR or Pro Mirrorless cameras | Compatible with medium DSLR camera such as Canon 5D Mark IV |
Number of Lenses | 8 lenses | 6 lenses | |
Number of Flashes | 1 flash | ||
Dividers | Flexible and adaptive dividers | Interchangeable padded dividers | |
Tripod Storage | Yes | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | Rain Cover |
Lowepro 's ProTactic 350 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 ProTactic 350 AW II has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 4.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 7 x 18.5. It's made of Lightweight FormShell™ Construction and is available in Black 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.
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