I kind of want two of these. I purchased mine to be a photography bag that fits all the gear I'd want to take out at once on any trip.
I can comfortably fit my Fujifilm X-T3 + 4 lenses, along with a tech pouch in the top. Took some trial and error to arrange into a configuration that works for me, but the dividers that come with the bag are the best I've ever dealt with, very versatile.
The materials are fantastic. Went on a short hike this past weekend and got caught in the rain, and everything inside was protected. Some mud/dirt got onto the outer shell, but was very easy to get off with a small amount of water and a cloth.
Overall I'm just extremely happy with this thing, looking forward to using it on future trips when things begin to open back up.
I bought the 20L to carry camera gear plus lunches and water bottles for the family. It is perfect so far. Everything is solidly made. The design is very clever and maximizes the space.
I've had this bag about two months and have only been taking it out and using it one month. Part of the reason I bought this bag instead of a cheaper alternative was because it looked good, enough to bring to the office once things open up. Well, the bag already looks a mess.
The fabric is some kind of chalkboard fabric that attracts dust and the black coating on the hardware is almost completely gone in some places. I don't understand. At first I thought it was just scuffs that would wipe off but they don't wipe off even with soap and water. Friends have come up to me and said “why is your bag so dirty?” And “you need a new bag!” - I've been using it A MONTH!!!
I have a DJI mavic air 2 bag of similar material that I have been taking out for a year and it still looks brand new, this is a peak design problem. If you know the coating chips off the hardware - why use that coating? Couldn't you leave it the natural color? The whole point of this product (I thought) was longevity and durability. I bought the black color specifically because I didn't want it to show wear, it looks like a 5 year old bag. I have no doubt it will still be functional long into the future but it looks awful.
This backpack is great all around. There's a huge amount of storage space, the materials and build are sturdy and high quality. I'm not a big photographer, just a small camera, but it's nice to have the added customization inside to fit my belongings however I want. I was on the fence for a while, waiting until my backpack of 7 years finally died, and I couldn't be happier with this purchase.
I'm a newspaper photojournalist who travels a lot for both photo and video and have long searched for a bag this robust and versatile. I'm in love with the 30L Everyday Backpack V2.
It holds everything I need for many of my assignments: 2 mirrorless cameras w/ pro zoom lenses, wireless lav mics, extra batteries, flash, laptop, a small travel tripod (can't wait to try the PD tripod), snacks and a water bottle, along with the awesome tech pouch for all my cables, etc. I've even managed to cram a dismantled FS5 in there with most of that stuff as well. Of course, it gets heavy with all that in it and I'm realizing I should spring for the waist belt.
I can carry it on a plane and it fits easily in the overheads of small, regional planes or under the seat when needed. I usually pack any extras (tripods, light stands, reflector, battery chargers, etc.) into my suitcase with my clothes and check that.
The fact that it's weatherproof and as well-padded as it is gives me peace of mind that my gear will stay safe, and I love that so much thought was put into each element of the design. The lifetime guarantee is just icing on the cake. I expect I'll be using this for many years to come.
My husband and I backpacked around the world for 2 years. We struggled with our photography bag because it wasn't the right one. After buying our peak design everyday backpacks, travel has been a breeze! We love the different compartments which allow for easy lens changes. Buy the bag now - thanks peak design!