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JanSport Carson Backpack - 4900cu in

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I'm a landscape photographer and prefer packs like this because...

By Ranked #752 - Backpacks January 11, 2010

I'm a landscape photographer and prefer packs like this because I have equipment I want to access quickly, and the external frame helps with tripod packing etc. Would this be a good choice for myself for overnighters? If not - what pack would be?

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By Ranked #390 - Backpacks January 26, 2010

Hey Michael, I have also done nature photography and think this pack is perfect for it. In fact, I own this pack and have used it for that very purpose at the Channel Islands! I was able to fit my tripod, HD camera, lenses, etc, and all my camping equipment in/on it. It was perfect and better than an internal frame would have been. It's very light, so you don't have to worry about extra weight. It's also comfortable and rides pretty close to your body, for an external frame (still not as good as an internal frame in that area). I would highly recommend it for your uses. However, I do have a friend who uses his internal frame for the same purpose and seems to be fine with that. I would just prefer a pack like this.

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By Ranked #559 - Backpacks January 12, 2010

This pack has near-expedition cargo capacity (80 liters according to backcountry.com). For overnighters, this is overkill unless you have a ridiculous amount of camera gear. How many pounds of gear do you plan on hauling? What type of terrain do you think you will be visiting? This is an external frame pack which has a few benefits, but most packs these days are internal frame packs which ride much closer to your body, allow for more freedom of movement and work much better when off trail and dealing with non-level terrain. You could easily lash a camera tripod to an internal frame pack. It's really a matter of personal preference. A 50-60 liter size pack would likely work a lot better for you for single overnighters with excessive camera gear.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
600D Polyester, 420D nylon 
Volume:
4900cu in (80.3L) 
Suspension:
Aluminum frame, S-curve shoulder straps, dual-density hip-belt 
Hydration Compatible:
No 
Torso Adjustment:
Yes 
Detachable Pack:
No 
Sleeping Bag Compartment:
No 
Rain Cover:
No 
Access Types:
Top, panel 
External Pockets:
1 Lid, 2 side, 2 water bottle 
Snowboard Carry:
No 
Ski Carry:
No 
Gear Loops:
No 
Ice Axe Loops:
No 
Shovel Pocket:
No 
Weight:
4lb 13oz (2.2kg) 
Recommended Use:
Backpacking, hiking, traveling 
Manufacturer Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 

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