Lowepro ProTrekker BP 550 AW II Camera Backpack – Carry-on, Weathercover

Lowepro ProTrekker BP 550 AW II camera backpack

This is a proper rugged camera rucksack made to travel with you — whether it’s a quick hop across the UK, a long-haul trip or a day trekking in the hills. The ProTrekker BP 550 AW II mixes sensible organisation with genuine comfort, so you can concentrate on the shot rather than faffing with kit. It’s hand‑luggage friendly, has a detachable lid that stows under the seat, and comes with a weatherproof cover for those typically damp British days.

Key features

The design is straightforward and purposeful. The ActivZone back panel and removable padded waist belt take the strain off when you’re carrying a heavy load across rough ground. Inside, the MaxFit divider system uses laminated panels so you can adjust the layout precisely — bodies, lenses and a flash can all be packed where they make sense. There’s also an organiser gearbox for batteries, memory cards and cables, which saves a lot of messing about when you need something quickly.

• Hand‑luggage friendly main module — the lid detaches and can travel under the seat.
• MaxFit dividers for neat, precise organisation of camera bodies and lenses.
• Removable waist belt and ActivZone back panel for comfortable, sustained carry on the move.
• Two quick‑release straps and an extended tripod cup let you lash on a full‑size tripod at the side or front.
• Weatherproof cover included — handy when the heavens open.
• Constructed using around 73% recycled fabrics across webbing, bindings, zipper tape, cords and meshes.

Typical use cases

Heading out for a wildlife dawn shoot and need kit that’s protected but instantly accessible? This keeps everything organised and ready to hand. Flying with camera gear and want to avoid putting it in the hold? The main module fits in cabin baggage and the lid stows under the seat. Trekking in changeable weather and rough terrain? The ActivZone panel and waist belt make lugging heavier kit far less of a chore. It’s equally useful for on‑location wedding photographers, landscape shooters spending a full day on the hill, or anyone who wants dependable protection and fast access without faff.

Practical notes and answers

Is the pack fully waterproof? No — it isn’t fully submersible — but the supplied weatherproof cover provides very good rain protection. If you expect to be out in torrential conditions, a dry bag inside the main module is a sensible extra. Questions about laptop or hydration compatibility crop up too — those depend on the specific variant or retail release, so check the product listing if those details matter to you.

In short, the BP 550 AW II is aimed at photographers who travel and trek. It strikes a good balance of comfortable carry, clever organisation and rugged protection, and it does so while reducing environmental impact by using recycled materials where possible. No unnecessary faff — just a solid, dependable pack that helps you get the shot and get on with your day.