Lowepro
Lowepro Flipside 200 AW II Camera Backpack
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Who it's for
Photographers who travel or hike with a full mirrorless or DSLR kit and want the extra theft and weather protection of Lowepro's rear-access design.
Overview
Lowepro's signature rear-access design means the compartment that opens against your back, not the world, so a thief-facing crowd or a wet trailhead can't easily get at your camera. Inside, customizable dividers hold a body with lens attached plus two or three more lenses, a flash, and accessories, while the front compartment and tablet sleeve handle everyday items separately from the gear.
Pros
- Rear-panel access keeps gear against your back instead of facing outward in a crowd
- Included rain cover and rugged build hold up well on real hikes and shoots
- Customizable dividers fit a body-plus-multiple-lenses kit comfortably
- Well-padded straps make longer carries noticeably more comfortable than cheaper backpacks
Cons
- Rear access takes a bit longer to get into than a top- or side-opening bag
- Heavier empty weight than lighter sling-style alternatives
What buyers say
Around 1,800 ratings average 4.6/5, with 75% at 5 stars. Reviewers consistently trust the rear-access design and weather protection for travel; the main tradeoff noted is slower access compared to a sling bag.
Perfect for international travel
Feels much safer with the rear-access design in crowded markets abroad, and says the included rain cover saved a shoot during an unexpected downpour.
Comfortable on long hikes with a full kit
Carries a body, three lenses, and a flash comfortably for full-day hikes thanks to the padded straps and hip belt, without the back pain other bags caused.
Great protection, just a bit slow to access
Loves the build quality and weatherproofing but says swinging the bag around for rear access takes more time than they'd like when trying to catch a fast-moving shot.
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