Lowepro Flipside 400 AW

Lowepro flipside 400 AW is the largest of the flipside range. It is also the only model equipped with AW.

It is a medium size backpack that is not overly large on your back. The access of the main compartment is from the back so it is more secure when on the move. It has an integrated quick release tripod holder and a large pocket at the front which are missing from the Flipside 200 and 300.

Size comparison between mini trekker AW ( left) and flipside 400 AW (right)

On the side, there are attachment loops for sliplock accessories. Also included for additional support is a padded waist strap. The shape of the flipside 400 is much more contoured which is a bit more appealing.

What can you fit in the Lowepro Flipside 400 AW ? Actually quite a bit of more gear when compared with the Flipside 300 and Flipside 200

It fits:
Nikon D700 + MB-D10
Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 (attached)
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 VR
Nikon 20mm f/2.8
Nikon 50mm f/1.4
Nikon 85mm f/1.4
Nikon TC-14E

Flipside 300

It fits:

Nikon D700 + MB-D10
Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 (attached)
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 VR
SB-900

Flipside 200

It fits:

Nikon D700 + MB-D10 (sideway)
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 (attached)
Nikon 50mm f/1.4
Nikon 85mm f/1.4
another small lens

Lowepro Flipside 400 AW is a good medium size backpack for those adventurous photography trips where you might be bringing quite abit of gear. In fact, it can fit a pro DSLR with lens attached up to 300mm f/2.8 plus additional 6-8 lenses and accessories. However, you might want something bigger like the photo trekker if you are on a professional photography trip or something smaller for trips that are less photography orientated. So far, I have to say the Flipside 400 AW suits me the most (but not perfect) out of all the other Lowepro backpacks that I have encountered. Next, I will continue my search of the perfect backpack trying out the ThinkTank Streetwalker.

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