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Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L Backpack (S/M)

BH #LOLP37436 • MFR #LP37436
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Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L Backpack (S/M)
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 70L 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 small to medium torsos for fit and comfort.
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Lowepro 70L 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 70L 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 small to medium torsos for fit and comfort.

What It Holds
  • 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 hydration pocket holds 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 items like 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
  • Set of accessory straps offers multiple carrying configurations for a smartphone, camera, and GearUp boxes
  • 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 gives full access to interior for packing/unpacking
  • Secondary zippered opening on the top can be aligned with the backpack's opening to provide fast access to your camera & attached lens without sacrificing protection
  • Holds a full frame mirrorless or DSLR with a portrait grip and an attached lens up to 70-200mm f/2.8 and two more lenses and/or accessories, or a small drone like a Mavic Pro 2
  • Can be configured for other gear like small electronics, hard drives, action cameras, mics, or any other delicate gear that needs to be protected when packed in a larger bag
  • Light-colored interior gives better visibility in low-light situations
  • Flexible padded interior dividers to customize the interior to your gear
  • 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 50% recycled materials
Accessory Strap Set
  • Five-piece set allows 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 to hand while still being protected
  • Carry the GearUp standalone
  • Carry a phone on your waist without the pack on or attached to the backpack strap
How It's Made
  • 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 86% recycled materials
  • Water-resistant 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
  • 13 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 a drawstring closure and removeable top flap to give a little extra room when you need to stuff just a little more gear into the pack
  • All-Weather rain cover offers maximum protection and is colored bright orange to signal in case of emergency
How You Wear It
  • ActivLift harness system can be adjusted for a custom fit with load-lifter straps, adjustable torso length and yoke angle—the torso length has an adjustment range from 15" to 21"
  • Internal aluminum frame increases stability and comfort
  • Fully adjustable padded backpack straps with an ergonomic curve for maximum comfort
  • Strap length is sized for small to medium torsos with a curve towards the end for a better fit and comfort—Ideal fit for people measuring 5' 1" to 5' 10" 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 to 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, yet supportive, of the pack so that your hips and shoulders can move more freely when you're 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: 056035374364

Lowepro 70L AW III Specs

Key Specs
Color
Gray
Carry/Transport Options
Backpack Straps with Sternum Strap, Waist Belt
Water Resistance
Rain Cover Included
Dimensions
Exterior
31.5 x 16.1 x 14.2" / 80 x 41 x 36 cm
Interior
28.7 x 13.4 x 7.5" / 73 x 34 x 19 cm (Overall)
11.4 x 7.9 x 2" / 29 x 20 x 5 cm (Top Compartment)
8.3 x 11.4 x 5.9" / 21 x 29 x 15 cm (Camera Compartment)
Accessory Pocket
15 x 10" / 38 x 25.5 cm
Weight
7.1 lb / 3.2 kg
Camera Compatibility
Universal
Carry/Transport Options
Backpack Straps with Sternum Strap, 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
17.7 gal / 67 L
Padded Interior
No
Materials
Exterior: Nylon
Dimensions
Exterior
31.5 x 16.1 x 14.2" / 80 x 41 x 36 cm
Interior
28.7 x 13.4 x 7.5" / 73 x 34 x 19 cm (Overall)
11.4 x 7.9 x 2" / 29 x 20 x 5 cm (Top Compartment)
8.3 x 11.4 x 5.9" / 21 x 29 x 15 cm (Camera Compartment)
Accessory Pocket
15 x 10" / 38 x 25.5 cm
Weight
7.1 lb / 3.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
8.655 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
27.6 x 14.5 x 10.8"

Lowepro 70L AW III Reviews

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Is this pack the one that had the technical flaw ...

Is this pack the one that had the technical flaw with the straps?? they recalled some of these back to lowepro
Asked by: Iain
There is no recall on the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L Backpack (S/M).
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2024-10-28

can it be used with the 150-400mm olympus lens?

can it be used with the 150-400mm olympus lens?
Asked by: jesse
Unfortunately, the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L cannot accommodate the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 Lens.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-10-20

what is the different between the size ,small ...

what is the different between the size ,small /medium and Medium /large, as the same 75L the backpack ?
Asked by: JACK
The difference in the two is the length and design of the shoulder straps. They're shaped differently so the bags can cater to those of different heights. The Medium/Large is an ideal fit for people measuring 5' 5" to 6' 4" tall. The Small/Medium is an ideal fit for people measuring 5' 1" to 5' 10" tall.
Answered by: Ryan
Date published: 2024-05-23

Can this pack also accomodate a bear canister as ...

Can this pack also accomodate a bear canister as well as all of the typical gear associated with backpacking? Are there patches for attaching hiking poles/ice axes? Is this pack intended for mild weather outings since it mentions light weight sleeping bag?
Asked by: Robert
Regarding the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L Backpack (M/L) (B&H# LOLP37437), there are no patches nor other means for attaching items besides what you see here. . . https://bit.ly/3BhjYN1 . . . but as you can see, it is possible to attach an axe. Bear canisters vary in size, so many would fit in this pack. This pack will handle both mild and non mild weather.
Answered by: Yoni S
Date published: 2021-10-05

I can't decide between the 55L or 70L. I'd like ...

I can't decide between the 55L or 70L. I'd like to use this pack for weekend camping with camera equipment. Has anyone actually managed to use the 55L to go backpacking? With camera equipment, can it really still fit a tent, sleeping bag, water filter, stove, sleeping pad, clothes, food, etc?
Asked by: James
Yes, The Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L Backpack will suit your needs the unit will not accommodate a stove but more of a Portable Bottletop Propane Camp Stove with no problem.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-11-23

Do the 55L and 70L mean the the interior spaces ...

Do the 55L and 70L mean the the interior spaces at 55 and 70 liter?
Asked by: Mark
The Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L Backpack (M/L) is 70 lite volume. And the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L Backpack (M/L) is 57 liter volume.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2023-05-07

is the 55L or 70L airline friendly?

is the 55L or 70L airline friendly?
Asked by: Michael B
The linear dimensions of both are within check-in baggage size (most carriers specify 62" linear inches or less), but the external dimensions of the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 55L and 70L exceed standard carry-on capacity both internationally and domestically. Regardless, we recommend contact your preferred carrier for your flight class specific restrictions, as first and business class flights are sometimes given allowances for larger bags.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2024-01-31

Can you use the backpack for 400mm(F2.8) or ...

Can you use the backpack for 400mm(F2.8) or 600m(F4) Sony lens?
Asked by: Joshua
While the Lowepro Photosport Pro III 70L seems like a large backpack, it is only made for a a more stnadard size of lenses. The backpack is divided into several inserts and not makde to accept 1 long lens. This Think Tank Glass Limo might be a better option for a 400mm f2.8: https://bhpho.to/3atibca
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-03-28
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