Working Photographer Comparison of the PGYTech & McKinnon/Nomatic 25L Camera Backpacks

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[@EdwardKilner]

You did a far better job on reviewing these bags than any other KZbinr I have seen. Thank you!

[@QuantzPhoto]

Thanks Edward!

[@andyrcampbell]

I am planning a 3 week trip around Europe and I have this bag. I wasn’t going to take it because I wasn’t sure it would fit under the seat on flights - you answered that question in the first2 minutes with photos !!! Great review great bag and even better now I know I can take it on my trip !!

[@QuantzPhoto]

Good choice!

[@BryceKoebel]

I just got this bag. I love that its literally half the price of "popular" bags but offers WAY more than most of them. Especially the PM bag. In terms of customization this bag blows the PM one out of the water. Great video!

[@QuantzPhoto]

Glad you like it. I grab that one more than the other as well!

[@LaLekASMR]

Thanks, you helped me decide to get the PGYTech :)

[@QuantzPhoto]

Glad I could help!

[@bridow]

I bought the PGYTECH and was really surprised how nice the quality was. It also comes with a small case that fits inside the bag that is perfect for a small drone like a Mavic 2 pro.

[@QuantzPhoto]

It's pretty much my go-to flight bag.

[@nicoarcenas]

I was wondering if he mentioned that small messenger-ish bag (I just played the video low volume over dinner) - comes with strap. Cause that was a great addition for me since I was in the market for both and wow. Both are expandable for a few more liters. I bet it was hard trying to fit so much in 17 mins 🥲 and still undersold the PGYTech. But great job and thank you.

[@shootloadrepeat]

I'm automatically disqualified from using the Nomatic because I don't have face/neck/hand tattoos. I also don't pay extra because some youtuber's name is on a product. Thanks for this review.

[@AshleyTeeV]

Thanks James for the awesome review and comparison..I think I will go with PGYTECH price wise....Nomatic is just too expensive.

[@QuantzPhoto]

Thanks for sharing - you can't go wrong with either imo!

[@davemazep]

great review!!! Ill go with PGYTech !!!

[@QuantzPhoto]

You won't be disappointed!

[@amjadtravels]

All i needed to know if they can fit under the chair and u address it first :)

[@castleteck9263]

Great Video.. PYG wow. I didn't see that bag before now. I ended up nagging the PM bag with a gift card for like 250 at the end of the day.. RIGHT IN MY BUDGET. As long I didn't add all those extras.

[@QuantzPhoto]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@kentpublic]

Thank you for answering my burning question: Does the Onemo fit under the seat in front of you?

[@kimmimaloney]

I heard a tip for traveling with camera gear...if you tell the flight crew that your backpack has camera equipment with lithium batteries they can't put it in the luggage compartment. But, you may have to put it under the seat in front of you - so having a bag that will fit is key.

[@QuantzPhoto]

Yes! Totally agree!

[@engeecho]

Travelling with the Peter McKinnon bag right now for about a week and it’s been so awesome! Would highly recommend

[@QuantzPhoto]

Great to hear!

[@stevetqp9152]

Thanks for the nice comparison, James! I was actually weighing the pros/cons of this PGYTech OneMo 25L to the LowePro ProTactic BP AW ll 450 backpack. I have a mid-sized mirrorless kit, with 1 body (or possibly 2 bodies), and 5 lenses (24-70 f/4, 50 f/1.8, 400 f/8 reflex, 32 f/2.8, with the longest being a 70-300 f/4.5-5.6 zoom. Any thoughts on this comparison would be appreciated. Thanks again!

[@QuantzPhoto]

I believe the 450 will be much larger. See if you can find the liter size since I like to keep it close to 20L knowing I can fit it under the seat in front of me on an airplane.

[@stevetqp9152]

@@QuantzPhoto Thank you for the information! I do like what you say about the OneMo backpack, especially all of its features and configuration options, with the included shouder bag.

[@dottorcarlone]

Pgy after one year and half i can say is the best bag i ve ever had. At this price poi t is a no brainer! Leave that pm stuff…too expensive

[@richryanphotography]

you left out a huge feature of the PGYtech bag, it opens to 35L....

[@synlfo7828]

i have been usiing my PGY for nearly 3 years maybe???? Its an awesome bag. I billinghams and used various trekkers. But this is by far the best built bag for the buck. Plenty of genius aspects to it. And the stitching is super tight. I ues my linhof technika 4x5 5 darkslides and 3 lenses, 150, 210, 90, a sekonic lightmeter and a loupe. Thats just the main housing. I couldnt be happier and its super comfortable.

[@QuantzPhoto]

Thanks for sharing!

[@fstopdown]

Since your not using the Nomatic bag a whole lot, you want to sell it to me??

[@QuantzPhoto]

🤣

[@fstopdown]

@@QuantzPhoto it was worth a shot, right??? Lol

[@RCodyWanner]

8:10 lolololololoo 😂

[@leroytademy]

Are wheels an ad on for the nomadic?

[@QuantzPhoto]

Maybe on one of their other bags...?

[@leroytademy]

@@QuantzPhoto ok thanks so much!!

[@chethansk6116]

which light are you using the back? (that has 9 circle holes)?

[@QuantzPhoto]

You can find them here - www.prolightmods.com

[@FerdinandTerreros]

You pay an extra S200 just for it being/having PM badge. I will never buy anything with PM slapped in it

[@QuantzPhoto]

Honestly it is a nice bag but it does cost a premium.

[@rutlegs]

I'll be damned if I spend any of my hard earned money on anything with PM's name on it.