Shashin
Well-known member
+1 for not using a photo backpack. Personally, I find real backpack much more comfortable, particularly for long outings. They just handle the weight better, but you also have to know how to wear them--all those straps do have a function and work so much better when adjusted properly.Here is an ICU example. The pack is not a photo backpack...
The other thing is the bag is lighter. Photo backpacks are heavy, which is not a problem when empty, but it does start adding up. For example, the Think Tank First Light 40 is twice the weight of my Osprey Farpoint 40 that has an internal frame. With the Think Tank, you are starting with over 6lb.