| | |  | Accessories | Home » » » Lowepro CompuTrekker AW Camera Backpack (Black) | | | | | | | Description: | | A perfect combination for photo gear and notebook computer, the CompuTrekker AW was designed specifically for digital photographers. Photojournalists and location photographers will find it a great travel companion. The backpack’s reinforced construction, shock-absorbing closed-cell foam padding and tough, water-resistant outer fabric protects contents from moisture and sudden impacts. The patented All Weather Cover offers maximum protection from extreme weather conditions, dust and sand. A padded notebook compartment is secured with both zipper and quick-release buckle; while the main camera compartment is fully customizable with adjustable padded dividers. A quick-access hide-away Tripod Mount, SlipLock attachment loops and a number of laminated and zippered organizer pockets provide photographers with fast, easy access to equipment. | | | Features: | |
• CompuTrekker AW Capacity: 1-2 SLRs and 4-6 lenses (80-200mm f/2.8) or compact medium format system; up to 15" notebook computer; accessories
• Camera compartment is fully customizable for your SLR or Camcorder system, with adjustable and removable padded dividers.
• Hidden built-in tripod holder and plenty of laminated pockets to organize and protect all your cables, wires and accessories.
• Lowepro's patented All Weather cover to protect bag and contents from extreme weather, sand, dirt, etc.
• SlipLock attachment slots allow you to attach additional Lowepro accessories and pouches to the CompuTrekker AW.
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 19.3 inches | | Product Width:
| 15.6 inches | | Product Height:
| 6.3 inches | | Product Weight:
| 3.4 pounds | | Package Length:
| 16.14 inches | | Package Width:
| 14.33 inches | | Package Height:
| 9.29 inches | | Package Weight:
| 4.14 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 38 reviews |
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77 of 77 found the following review helpful:
 Great for airline travel and general useMar 01, 2007
By G. M. Matthews
If this is the size and format solution you need, it's a great backpack. It is my primary main bag at this point, and when I travel, is what I carry on the plane with me. As a backpack such as when hiking, though, I don't think it's the best solution. For that, I use a ThinkTank Speed Freak. Because this bag holds a computer (up to a Dell 8600 size), it is a great travel solution if the camera part is big enough for you. I can get a (all Nikon) D200, D70, 70-200 f2.8, 12-24 f4, 18-200 VR, SB-800, CP8400, spare batteries, chargers, filters, and a few other accessories in the main compartment. I don't put anything in the ouside pocket to get on a plane, as then it's too thick for the overhead. This bag will fit under the seat in every plane I've been in, including commuter's. It will fit in every overhead except the commuters. These appraisals are with a computer in the bag, too. You WILL get flagged by TSA, as there is just too much stuff in a bag like this. But I've never been delayed, just had them look through it for 1 or 2 minutes. What I've heard is if you have a lot of stuff, and it's NOT organized in a bag like this, that's when you may have more trouble. If you have more equipment than I do, possibly the Plus version would be better. But, keep in mind that one will be too big for some airlines for a carry on, especially international. Also, this one is VERY heavy when fully loaded, so the Plus would be just that much heavier.
In terms of what the bag is "intended" for, backpacking or hiking, I at least would not use it for that. I want more instant access and you have to take this off to get at anything. When full, this bag is VERY heavy, and if you were hiking or backpacking you DON'T need that much equipment. If you think you do, you will simply be very unhappy IMO. Further, you won't take a computer on a hike (well, I certainly don't), and the computer pocket just adds thickness (at least 2 inches even when empty) if not carrying a computer.
But as a primary storage solution and travel solution, I like this bag.
The AW cover is fine and well designed, but since I don't use it for hiking I probably will never use it. But it's nice to know it's there and it takes up literally no room.
It's made very well. It's been on at least 6 trips and looks brand new. It's very excellent protection for the computer and the main compartment (altho' the ouside pocked isn't padded). The straps are comfortable, and up to the task when fully loaded. The dividers are very flexible, and you should be able to make it work for any equipment that will fit inside. I have never received any hassle from TSA when carrying this bag full of gear.
I also have a LowePro Sideline shooter (smaller waist bag that I've actually outgrown), and that has been a great bag for me, too. Just to say that bag has been through the wringer, and still looks great and works great. Lowepro makes quality stuff.
Would I buy the Computrekker AW again? For travel, probably. Although for that I might consider one of the rolling options by Pelican or Lowepro instead, altho those are all larger and that I wouldn't like. I would also consider the ThinkTank Airport bags instead, too.
This is a great bag if it's the right style for you. There's absolutely nothing wrong with the design or construction of the bag. Just think about what you really need before you buy anything, as there are a ton of great choices out there, of which this is certainly but not the only one.
44 of 46 found the following review helpful:
Deep, Indulgent, Complete, and ElegantDec 02, 2004
By Bill Meade
This thing needs a manual! I ordered it after realizng that my laptop and my camera were never going to get along in normal briefcases, backpacks, or photo bags. I started searching the net for combination camera and computer bags and this is where I ended up. The bag arrived today and it exceeds expectations. The product description did not communicate to me that there is a roll-up waterproof cover that comes out of the bottom of the backpack to cover and protect the backpack in the rain (why doesn't my backpacking pack do this????). The product description does not do justice to the wealth of pockets that are on the front of the bag. About 85% of the depth of the pack is consumed by the camera equipment compartment. The remaining 15% is dedicated to the laptop compartment. Not a problem unless you were hoping to carry 2 laptops in that compartment. Can't wait to trave with this. This is going to be great!!!
69 of 79 found the following review helpful:
 Camera part fine, Laptop compartment not practicalDec 18, 2005
By K. Schneider
"IT Geek"
The camera compartment is this bag is good, holds an EOS 20D with an attached 70-200 f/2.8l IS USM, and room for more lenses. There is also enough clearance to permit the battery grip. If you plan on using this with a laptop I would not recomend it. If you have a widescreen laptop (ie Dell Lat 800/810, Insp 8500,9500, etc) the zipper barely closes, with one corner pushing out on the zipper, necessating the Computrekker AW Plus. If you have a smaller laptop, you should be okay. However, unless you have an ultra-thin laptop, the compartment isn't thick enough-- it's tight enough that the screen will be pressed into the keyboard, scratching the screen. Also, the corners of any laptop could come in contact with the zipper area where there isn't padding. If you drop this case, your laptop could get a cracked corner. This case isn't an all-in-one solution to the laptop & camera combined. Again, it's fine for camera/lenses, fits decently, doesn't scream camera inside. The laptop compartment however could be used for folders, papers, etc.
18 of 18 found the following review helpful:
Great bag! Very versatile.Oct 18, 2004
By K. Ng
The Lowepro CompuTrekker AW is a great bag! When I first received it, I realized it was much larger than I expected. However, once I started using it, I realized that it is designed very well. I enjoy photographing/video taping my baby daughter. I'm able to fit my SLR with a few lenses, video camera, digital camera, film, and all the associated accessories with ease. I currently don't use the laptop slot, but I thought that would come in handy for holding books/manuals/maps/etc. When I do eventually go into digital, I'll have that space for a laptop. The straps are extremely comfortable and the tripod holder is a nice added touch. I hope not to get caught in severe weather, but it's nice to know there is the all-weather (AW) built-in cover.
Overall, the bag is well-designed. It is well-padded, has enough pockets for accessories, and comfortable. The only drawback is the size, but then again, you can't really go smaller to carry what I carry. If you want to shave weight/size, consider the standard mini-trekker without the laptop pocket.
17 of 17 found the following review helpful:
Well designed with a few drawbacksJun 21, 2006
By A. Scudiero
This is a really convenient way to move my 2 SLR bodies and I can fit about 6 lenses in. It's very nice in general, good protective capability and very convenient.
The Good:
There is a lot of good thought behind this backpack. It designed to be a camera backpack, not just a backpack you can put your camera in. For example, on the pouches opposite the main chamber, the zippers have covers to prevent them from scratching up your gear. Another good example is that the main chamber is deep enough that all of my lenses except my 200mm fit in horizontally, allowing me to fit more stuff in! My main camera goes into the bag attached to a lens that has a 67mm filter diameter and a lens hood on it, and they fit in without any problem whatsoever.
Neutral:
The body of the bag does not change shape no matter how much you have in it. This bodes well for protective capability but it's actually kindof annoying when the bag is not completely loaded. If you're carrying 1 old manual nikon with no extra lenses, or two canon 5Ds with 8 lenses and a laptop, the backpack is the exact same shape. This is a touch annoying because it can feel like you have a large foam brick on your back when lightly weighted.
Not that you'd probably want to lug one, but don't try to put anything other than an ultra-mobile laptop into this bag. Trying to put a mobile-desktop style laptop or anything thicker than about 1.5" into this backpack will not be a happy experience.
The Bad:
This is a computrekker - it's meant for carrying your laptop with you and it's designed with that in mind. It actually feels quite imbalanced when you have the camera chamber filled but leave your laptop at home.
Finally, the straps are short. I do a lot of photography out on my motorcycle and this bag barely fits over my motorcycle jacket, and I'm not exactly a huge guy. Without the jacket it's ok with the straps out a bit. But if you're on the larger side of medium-large, this backpack might feel too small on you.
On the whole its a nice backpack, pretty expensive but not when one considers how much stuff can be put into it simultaneously and that it's a good protective bag. It's not the best backpack in the world, but being my first and only SLR backpack that might just be the way of all of them.
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