Ask Slashdot: Laptop + DSLR Backpacks

I typically travel with a laptop and camera, but usually with a bag for each: a backpack for the laptop and a lowepro top loader for the camera. I'd really prefer a single backpack for both a 17" macbook and a DSLR with a larger 24-70mm or 70-200mm lens attached, as well as perhaps a few spare lenses and accessories. I've seen options from Case Logic (the SLRC-206), Kata (the DR-467), the Streetwalker Hard Drive, and LowePro (the CompuDay Photo 250, the CompuPrimus AW), but I'm not seeing a clear winner. I'm guessing a few of you have opinions on this subject, so share them so I don't buy a piece of garbage.

Comments

Don't go cheap!

[Dr.Bob,DC]

Look for a backback with good padding that will spread the load across a large portion of your shoulders. If it feels like it's pulling back on your shoulders while using the contact spot on your spine as a fulcrum, don't get it.

I see students all the time who are causing severe vertebral subluxations by using cheap backpacks filled with books, hair products that slosh around and other heavy items. Here is one young girl's testimonial on how chiropractic has helped her with her health.

50 pound backpack

[sl4shd0rk]

wow that's a lot of heavy gear. You are probably not aware of the combined weight you will be hauling by putting everything in one bag. Perhaps ditch the macbook and pick up a tablet first. This would cut some bulk as well as weight.