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

The main difference between the Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack and the Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack is that the Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap ) while the Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack does not.

Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack
Manfrotto Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Vanguard Manfrotto
Name Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack Advanced² Befree Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25 13 x 8.27 x 19.3
Weight (lb) 6.4 2.9
Fabric High Quality Materials
Color Grey Black
Warranty Vanguard Limited Lifetime Warranty Manfrotto Standard Limited Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2017 December 11, 2020
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $225 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured shoulder straps Padded 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 Full rear opening, side and top access Top and rear zipped access
External Pockets Multiple exterior pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Bright colored interior with padded dividers Spacious internal compartment with camera compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Sturdy carrying handle Top grab 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 sleeve Tablet compartment
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 Sony, Nikon, Canon, DSLR, Drones Compatible with medium DSLR camera such as Canon 5D Mark IV
Number of Lenses 3-4 lenses 6 lenses
Number of Flashes 1 flash
Dividers Customizable padded dividers Interchangeable padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Yes
Drone Storage Yes
Other Features Other Features Rain Cover

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


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

The Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 6.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25 . It's made of High Quality Materials 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.