A backpack for the long haul with a convenient side access camera compartment for when opportunity knocks are two reasons to consider the black Fastpack BP 250 AW II from Lowepro. The BP 250 AW II features three padded zippered compartments for storing & protecting your gear. The top one is for personal items such as headphones clothing & snacks. A rear compartment is for holding an up to 15 laptop & tablet. While the side compartment is for storing your DSLR camera with attached zoom lens & 2-3 extra lenses or flash units. Configure the side compartment for your photo gear with the three included padded dividers. Small items such as flashlights sunglasses cables pens cellphones & a wallet may be stored in the five slip-in pockets located inside the top compartment. Next to these pockets is a lanyard with a swiveling clip for your keys. A tall stretch-mesh pocket on the right side of the bag can hold a water bottle or a tripodmonopod. An adjustable strap above this pocket is used for securing the top of the tripodmonopod. The Fastpack features a shoulder harness with a chest strap & a removable waist belt. The chest strap & waist belt each provide greater comfort & stability with heavier loads & longer treks. When traveling with rolling luggage use the quick-release straps on the back panel to secure your Fastpack to a trolley handle. & should inclement weather approach simply deploy the built-in all weather cover to safeguard your gear.