Hiking Backpack as a Travel Camera Backpack | Osprey Manta 24

[@dllorente4974]

What a great analitic and organized style of yours. Congratulations for de video. I just also checked your portfolio, it inspired me a lot, as i have just started as a freelance and i am trying to figure out my first spec works. It is really well thought. Your vibe really connected with me. I am pretty sure that i wont be the only one. Keep going, man. Greetings from Madrid, Spain

[@AlejandroUrman_]

Oh wow, what a kind comment David. Thank you. 🙌 I'm really glad that my analytical approach to how I present my findings, resonated with you. It truly means a lot and I wish you the absolute best on your freelance journey as well! 💪

[@hideookada7492]

I have the same pack, works great for me. Repair under warranty is painless.

[@AlejandroUrman_]

That's really great to hear! Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@youngsahm03]

Breathable back with a legit frame is the key! Great video and put together all the issues I’ve been torn about with the photography trekking packs on the market. Osprey’s venting suspension back is the best.

[@AlejandroUrman_]

Thank you for the kind words! Exactly right, I fully agree with you. The breathable back and quality frame made a huge difference when walking all day during my trip to Japan.

[@youngsahm03]

@@AlejandroUrman_ dug a little more. Some other good options seem to be the newly released Deuter Futura Pro Jaypack 36 (REI exclusive unfortunately). Only comes in a single color at the moment. Guess they are testing it out. Also, the “Ultralight Backpack Ventilation Frame by Vaucluse Backpack Ventilation Gear” is pretty sweet. Can be broken down into two sheets and used on almost any pack to improve breathability and reduce surface area contact. It doesn’t look comfortable but so far has surprisingly good reviews and the owner seems very determined and dedicated to make it work without a hitch. Much more affordable than buying a whole new pack for every different use case as well. It’s intended for ultralight packs but it seems very strong due to the structure.\

[@AlejandroUrman_]

​@@youngsahm03 Wow, thank you so much for sharing! Really appreciate it. These are some excellent recommendations that I had no idea about. I never knew that a frame accessory like this existed, where you can add a breathable back frame to any backpack. Very clever idea. And also, I had a look at the newly released Deuter Futura Pro Jaypack 36 that you mentioned. It looks like an awesome option! At the time when I was researching hiking backpacks that might work for my camera gear, I saw that Deuter was a leading brand but unfortunately wasn't able to find any suitable choices. But I can see on their website, that this new backpack is specifically designed for camera gear. Once again, thank you for sharing with us all!

[@matthewsinger]

Thanks for this. I am currently deciding between this and the Stratos 24. I don't need as quick of access and plan to stash a small camera cube insert in the bottom of the main compartment. But I agree that there is no great solution for a camera backpack for *hiking* and that a hiking backpack with camera inserts is the better and more affordable option. I've decided that a bag for travel and a bag for hiking need to be separate bags.

[@AlejandroUrman_]

Thank you for your comment Matthew! For sure and from what I can see, the Osprey Stratos 24 generally appears to be cheaper than the Manta 24 as well. Overall, it sounds like it's a better choice for your needs. See if you can try both of them out in a physical store and check what works best for you. Exactly right, there are some high quality hiking-like camera backpack options in the market from companies like Shimoda. But these are far too expensive when the right choice of a dedicated hiking backpack paired with a camera insert can achieve a similar result.

[@bossmanfat6979]

@matthewsinger did you get a chance to check out both bags in person? Currently decided between these two bags for day hikes

[@matthewsinger]

@@bossmanfat6979 Yes. I went with the Manta. It has nicer side/water bottle pockets and it came with a new water bladder and, at the time, was on sale at REI for the same price as the stratos with the 20% off coupon. So far I'm happy. I found a camera insert that fits perfectly allowing me to carry two extra lenses or one lens and some other bits of gear.

[@radioaustralnz]

Handy video! Well done!

[@SBXStorm431]

Great video!

[@AlejandroUrman_]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Great multi-use for that pack. Nice video. New follower here. Crow✌️

[@AlejandroUrman_]

Thank you so much, really appreciate the kind words Crow! 🙌

[@instrujil]

Thanks for the video, very nicely presented. Does it fit under the seat in an airplane?

[@AlejandroUrman_]

Not a problem at all, thank you for the kind words Instrujil. Personally, I only stored it in the overhead compartment of the airplane during my trip to Japan (quite slim compared to a suitcase and had no issues there). You possibly might be able to fit it under an airplane seat, if the backpack isn't fully packed. But generally, I would say that it's a bit too long (and potentially too bulky) to comfortably fit under the airplane seat. Hope this helps!😄