Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack vs Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack

The main difference between the Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack and the Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack is that the Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant material) while the Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack does not.

Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack Front View
Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack
Specs Brand Manfrotto Vanguard
Name Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 8.27 x 19.3 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25
Weight (lb) 2.9 6.4
Fabric High Quality Materials
Color Black Grey
Warranty Manfrotto Standard Limited Warranty Vanguard Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2020 February 1, 2017
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Contoured shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant material
Main Compartment Access Top and rear zipped access Full rear opening, side and top access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 4 side pockets Multiple exterior pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious internal compartment with camera compartment Bright colored interior with padded dividers
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Sturdy carrying handle
Loops and Attachments D-rings, drone/tripod holder
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 15" Laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Numerous dedicated pockets, organizers and connectors
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the standard to fit as carry-on luggage
Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable connector straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Well-padded breathable 3D back
Rain Cover Total coverage rain cover
Ergonomic Advanced ergonomic back and harness system
Camera Features Compatibility Compatible with medium DSLR camera such as Canon 5D Mark IV Compatible with Sony, Nikon, Canon, DSLR, Drones
Number of Lenses 6 lenses 3-4 lenses
Number of Flashes 1 flash
Dividers Interchangeable padded dividers Customizable padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Yes
Drone Storage Yes
Other Features Other Features Rain Cover

You're currently comparing the Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack by Manfrotto against the Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack by Vanguard .


Manfrotto 's Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while Vanguard 's Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features.

The Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 8.27 x 19.3. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25 inches. Constructed from High Quality Materials it weighs 6.4 pounds and is available in Grey.