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Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack (M/L)

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Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack (M/L)
Key Features
  • For 3-4 Day Photo Excursions
  • Holds Personal & Camera Gear
  • GearUp Pro XL Camera Insert
  • Exterior Tripod/Water Bottle Pockets
Designed for 3-4 day photo excursions into the back country, with room for personal and photo gear in one bag, the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack gives you all the advantages of a technical hiking pack with a suite of design features that make it infinitely customizable, comfortable, and user-friendly. This version of the pack has specially-designed backpack straps that are sized for medium to large torsos for fit and comfort.
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Lowepro 55L AW III Overview

Designed for 3-4 day photo excursions into the back country, with room for personal and photo gear in one bag, the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack gives you all the advantages of a technical hiking pack with a suite of design features that make it infinitely customizable, comfortable, and user-friendly. This version of the pack has specially-designed backpack straps that are sized for medium to large torsos for fit and comfort.

Storage
  • Designed for 3-4 day photo excursions with room for personal and photo gear in one bag
  • GearUp Pro II 8L camera cube included to safely carry your camera
  • Side pocket holds hydration bladders up to 3L
  • Dual exterior stretch mesh pockets with lashing straps for travel tripods or water bottles
  • Bottom pocket for lightweight sleeping bags
  • Small pocket on exterior of top opening cover holds your phone, sunglasses, and energy bars
  • Main compartment holds tent, camp stoves, fuel, meals, clothes, and other camping essentials
  • Large front exterior stretch pocket holds clothing layers, rope, or a helmet
  • Accessory straps for multiple carrying configurations
  • Front hiking pole attachment points
GearUp Pro II 8L Camera Cube
  • Interior measures 11.4 x 8.3 x 5.9" and has an 8L capacity
  • Large main zippered opening for full access to interior for packing/unpacking
  • Secondary zippered top opening can be aligned with the pack opening for fast access to camera
  • Holds full frame mirrorless or DSLR with grip and attached lens up to 70-200mm f/2.8 plus two additional lenses and accessories or a small drone like a Mavic Pro 2
  • Can be configured for small electronics, hard drives, action cameras, mics, or other delicate gear
  • Light-colored interior for visibility in low-light situations
  • Flexible padded interior dividers customize interior
  • Lowepro Green Line label shows percentage of recycled fabrics
Accessory Strap Set
  • Five straps allow you to creatively carry a variety of gear with or without the pack on
  • Attach a strap to a camera and use it as a conventional neck strap
  • Connect to the backpack straps with a camera for easier carrying and camera access while wearing the pack
  • Attach the GearUp to the backpack straps to keep your camera close and protected
  • Carry the GearUp as standalone bag
  • Carry a phone on your waist without the pack on or attached to the backpack strap
Construction
  • Lowepro Green Line label shows the percentage of recycled fabrics reached through use of fully recycled fabrics and recycled/virgin yarn blends were used to make the bag-this bag is made with 85% recycled materials
  • Water- and wear-resistant 420D nylon shell is lightweight and strong
  • Exterior carbonate coating makes it easy to wash dirt, dust, and mud off without leaving a residue
  • Bottom panel is made of 420D diamond ripstop to add better abrasion resistance
  • Eleven compression straps help to stabilize the load inside the bag, squeezing the load closer to the internal frame to draw the weight closer to the body for better weight transfer and balance
  • Front and back gear access allows you to install the GearUp Pro XL and decide on how you want to access your camera gear
  • Top access to main storage compartment with drawstring closure and removable top flap for extra room
  • All-weather rain cover offers maximum protection and is bright orange for signaling in an emergency
Carry Options
  • ActivLift harness system can be adjusted for a custom fit with load-lifter straps, 14" to 19" adjustable length torso, and adjustable yoke angle 
  • Aluminum frame increases stability and comfort
  • Fully adjustable, ergonomic, and padded backpack straps
  • Strap length is sized for medium to large torsos that is longer than the small-medium model and straighter for a better fit and increased comfort—Ideal fit for people measuring 5' 5" to 6' 4" tall
  • Shoulder straps are made with a foam flexing system that are zoned—the top half of the strap has a more supportive foam geometry while the lower half the foam is more flexible to accommodate different shapes
  • Sternum strap with quick release buckle adds stability—strap can be moved up and down on the backpack straps for proper placement based on torso length
  • Wide padded waist belt is adjustable from 28" to 48" and helps transfer load to your hips, eliminates swaying and swinging during strenuous activity, like climbing over rocks, and keeps the pack's weight close to your center of gravity for greater stability and safety
  • Waist belt is designed to pivot separately from pack so your hips and shoulders can move more freely when going uphill or crossing uneven terrain
  • Waist belt pads can be adjusted along its length for proper placement on critical points to pad the load
UPC: 056035373428

Lowepro 55L AW III Specs

Key Specs
Color
Gray
Carry/Transport Options
Backpack Straps with Sternum Strap, Handle, Waist Belt
Water Resistance
Rain Cover Included
Dimensions
27.6 x 16.1 x 14.2" / 70 x 41 x 36 cm
Weight
6.6 lb / 3 kg
Color
Gray
Camera Compatibility
Universal
Carry/Transport Options
Backpack Straps with Sternum Strap, Handle, Waist Belt
Features
Bottle Pocket
Yes
Hydration Bladder Compatible
Yes (Not Included)
RFID-Blocking Pockets
No
Stand/Tripod Holder
Yes
Side Access
No
General
Water Resistance
Rain Cover Included
Maximum Volume
15.1 gal / 57 L
Padded Interior
No
Materials
Exterior: Nylon
Dimensions
Exterior
27.6 x 16.1 x 14.2" / 70 x 41 x 36 cm
Interior
25.2 x 13.4 x 7.5" / 64 x 34 x 19 cm (Overall)
11.4 x 8.3 x 5.9" / 29 x 21 x 15 cm (Camera Compartment)
11.4 x 7.9 x 2" / 29 x 20 x 5 cm (Top Compartment)
Accessory Pocket
11.8 x 10" / 30 x 25.5 cm
Weight
6.6 lb / 3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.76 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.6 x 13.8 x 8.9"

Lowepro 55L AW III Reviews

Not the camera bag for me.

By WAM
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-24

Lowepro has always been my preferred choice for camera backpacks. They make a quality professional product. I have purchased them for production companies, TV stations and myself over the years and put them through the rigors of field use with no complaints. That said, this is the worst camera bag I've ever owned. Not trying to be mean, it just is. It's an ok backpack, that feels like the camera cube was stuck in as an afterthought. It's way too small for my kit, awkward to access and feels a little cheap to me. If you're looking for something that is primarily a trekking pack with a small camera container, this might be for you. But I think calling it the Photosport Pro is a stretch. Look very carefully before you purchase. Mine was given to me as a gift, so I'll find a use for it, but it will carry support gear. The cameras and lenses will go in my camera bag.

Useless bag

By Christopher
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2024-02-11

It's huge, yeah. Might be great for hikes, provided you have everything stored in pouches / sacks and don't want to bring too much gear. But for photographers, the camera compartment is practically useless- no way of safely bringing two cameras / any flashes, etc. And access to the free floating camera compartment is annoying. There are no pockets or pouches whatsoever for small things. Severely lacking compared to my old Mountainsmith backpack that does everything this does but with infinitely more possibilities. I only got this because it was deeply on sale, now I know why.

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This doesn't seem to be carry on. Is it possible ...

This doesn't seem to be carry on. Is it possible to squeeze it a little bit or won't the structure allow it?
Asked by: Carlos
No, the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack (M/L) has outer dimensions of 27.6 x 16.1 x 14.2", carry-on is generally limited to 22 x 14 x 9". It is not possible to compress this bag to small enough to fit a standard carry-on size.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2024-08-30

Will this pack hold my Fujifilm GFX100ii medium ...

Will this pack hold my Fujifilm GFX100ii medium format with f1.7 lens?
Asked by: Robert
Yes, the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack (M/L) will fit, GFX100ii with the 80mm 1.7.
Answered by: David B
Date published: 2024-01-23
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