VANGUARDCamera Backpack

I wanted this pack to be the best camera bag ever, however, it wasn't comfortable. The pockets on the waist belt look cool, but the bottom of the back ends in the middle of the back (since it's only a camera backpack). This means the "waist" belt sits higher than the waist. No amount of adjustment can lower the height. For reference, I'm only 5' 6" and 170lbs. In addition, the left and right side pockets are connected in the back so if you are a wider person the pockets will end up closer to your back. There's no way to slide the pockets to the front of your body. You can remove the belt/pockets—but at this price point it seems like removing a large selling point. I also found the pack a bit too rigid for my taste. This is just too much money to lay down without trying it on in person.

I feel it’s again very awkward to access the camera. I love the look and quality of this he pack, but I feel I need to return this one again because it’s just very difficult to access your gear. I had to shove this separate camera box into the backpack. That’s not convenient at all.

Although it didn’t fit my 500mm F4 lens, but this is a high quality material bag. I highly recommend this bag if you have smaller lenses. It’s well padded, and comfortable on my shoulder.

Best camera backpack ever. I own 5 backpacks and this EVO Vanguard is the best I own. Highly recommend

I was looking for a camera backpack with the opening against the back for both security, and to not get the side against my back dirty when I have to set the bag down and get into the gear compartment, extra space for snacks and incidentals, and the ability to safely hold a hydration bladder. This bag has it all, and so many great features. It's comfortable even when worn walking around all day taking photos. Like with any backpack, your back will get hot and sweat when it's hot out, but that's no fault of the pack. It holds gear safe, secure, and well padded and is durable, so far as I can tell. Also, it says that it will only hold a 2 liter hydration bladder, but I fit a 3 liter camelback bladder without any real trouble. It is also possible to attach a Peak Designs capture clip to the shoulder strap, but it takes a little finagling to get it on. The side opposite where you carry the bladder is set up to hold a tripod. I usually carry a small folding stool, as sometimes I just need to sit and there may be no good options around. I have also fit my tripod there, both with and without the stool.This is a great camera pack if you need to carry plenty of gear, have the ability to stay hydrated, and stay comfortable, well worth the price tag.