Lowepro ProTactic 350 AW II vs USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack

The main difference between the Lowepro ProTactic 350 AW II and the USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack is that the ProTactic 350 AW II has Loops and Attachments (Quick lock straps and a slip lock tripod) while the DSLR Camera Backpack does not.

Lowepro ProTactic 350 AW II
USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Lowepro USA GEAR S17
Name ProTactic 350 AW II DSLR Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 16L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 7 x 18.5 18 x 12 x 8
Weight (lb) 4.7 2.5
Fabric Lightweight FormShell™ Construction Nylon
Color Black 6+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lowepro Limited Consumer Warranty USA GEAR 3 Year Limited Warranty
Release Date September 19, 2018 August 24, 2011
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $250 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist belt converts to utility belt with included accessories Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Reinforced zippers with soft rubber pulls
Main Compartment Access Full zipped rear and top access Side and front zipped access
External Pockets Top and 2 zipped side pockets Top, front, back and side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior pockets and dividers Muti-pockets and dividers in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pocket can fit water bottle or tripod
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded carry handle Sturdy 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 Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Travel Features Stowable Straps Tuck-away shoulder straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Built-in all weather cover Custom-fit rain 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 many DSLRs
Number of Lenses 8 lenses
Number of Flashes 1 flash
Dividers Flexible and adaptive dividers Customizable padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Side tripod strap and foot holder

You're currently comparing the ProTactic 350 AW II by Lowepro against the DSLR Camera Backpack by USA GEAR S17.


Lowepro 's ProTactic 350 AW II is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while USA GEAR S17's DSLR 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 USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18 x 12 x 8 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 6+ colors and patterns.