TARION Camera Backpack Large Camera Bag with 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥-𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 15.6" Laptop Compartment Waterproof Raincover Outdoor Photography Hiking Travel Professional Photography Backpack Bag Grey HX-L

Name: Tarion HX-LUse: Mixed camera/adventure bag.Sony a7iv + tam 28-75 + tam 150-500mm with room for a coat, water bottle, and snacks.Pros:-Side/top/front access-main zippers are self locking, so main access does not open without pulling zipper tabs-Side zippers have lock loops to prevent easy access-stable and ridged shelf system is actually fantastic-easy to use the bag how ever you want, the whole bag for camera gear or just one section.-bottom horizontal tripod straps hide in lower zip pocket-top hardshell area is perfect for quick grab items on plane-includes a rain coverCons:-Side pockets are a bit small for larger water bottles-no loop/strap system on the front for coat or other gear-shelf system prevents configuring for full height tall itemsReview: I've tried over 15 bags looking for a great do-it-all adventure camera bag. I wanted a bag that would actually keep camera gear secure without flopping around, easy to access and room for personal items. I tried PD every day, Shimoda Urban explorer, Think Tank urban access, wandrd, a few lowe pros, ulanzi, pgytech onemo, nomatic luma, nomatic PM, northface with tenba BYOB, and others.The Tarion HX-L was the first to check all the boxes I was looking for and at a reasonable price.I love being able to load the Tarion H-XL from top to bottom with gear for weddings or just one camera + lens and room for personal items on family adventures. Flexibility is key for me and this one won, hands down.

For airline travel this is way better than my last bag. It is a mixed hard shell/soft shell bag with enough room for all my equipment and tripod. Unfortunately the velcro walls do not stay in place because of a small hook that fits into the side notch stay intact because the the 'soft shell' movement.

I have a couple of cameras, so the original setup didn't work, and had to do some rearranging, to make it work. And I have an issue and the locks and velcro do not attach where I need it to, but I have made it work. And the bag is very sturdy design, just hope the zippers work.

Wanted something relatively compact that would have full side access and hold LG 17 inch Gram Laptop and my Sony A7R5 with BIG 200-600 lens. When I take the really big 200-600 then I leave at home the dividers that have the hooks for the side connection and instead use the other velcro dividers. IT will not hold every 17 inch, but easily holds my LG GRAM 17 inch laptop.

There are a couple of issues with the separation system, as the metal frame that separates the modules can’t keep the separators in place. If you manage to figure it out and secure them (I used a couple of Velcro lines) it is an OK product. Very good size for a couple of cameras and 4 lenses and flash though.

After initially getting the item I was a bit confused as it was opened all the way up. After spending several minutes looking over the bag I was impressed with all the room this bag has to offer. Configuring the inside for equipment can pose a slight challenge if you don't plan out how you want to access your equipment from the bag (From the Top, Right, or Left side). All in all I like my purchase and would recommend.

I don't like to spend a lot on top end brand name, but I don't usually jump on price alone either. In this case, I have a need for a new camera bag that is sufficient large enough for my camera gear for travel as well as room to accommodate a 15" laptop. Another factor is that it must not scream camera equipment.The description for this bag looks promising. I ordered one for trial because I still have time to change in case it did not work out. It arrived quickly. But I have to admit that I was a little disappointed initially because it was not pre-configured at all. It took me quite a bit of time to come up with an acceptable configuration, after a few failed options. The equipment shown in the pictures are smaller than what I have despite the fact that I am already using micro 4/3 and not full frame. Long story short, I am able to fit 2 cameras with lenses attached and 3 other lenses, one of which is a long zoom. In this sense, I am satisfied. I am not sure how much full frame equipment this bag can accommodate.I also like the fact that it has a few side pockets instead of just one big pocket with no partition. I can put filters, batteries, remote release, etc., in their own separate pockets.I tried to attach my travel tripod, meaning that it is not that big. Don't try. The picture showing tripod attached is misleading. My tripod sticks far out on both sides of the bag.Despite some drawbacks, I decided it is a keeper.Oct 23, 2024 updateI took it with me on a multi-week road trip across upstate NY and New England. I had 2 camera bodies, 3 zooms (from 8mm to 300mm) and a macro. Two of the zooms were attached to bodies. I also had a 15" laptop while traveling but took it out while hiking. In terms of utility, it is almost perfect. In terms of weight, it was at the limit of what I can handle, but it is not the fault of the bag. Occasionally, I would also attach a tripod while hiking. All in all, it is capable of doing what I wanted it to do.BUT, the big disappointment was the partitions inside the bag did not stay fixed. The hooks came off regularly. Fortunately, no harm done yet. And for this significant flaw, I took 2 stars off, leaving the rating at 2 stars. After I returned home, it was too late to return. So, I applied a homemade solution to solve that problem. I attached Velcro tape to fix the hooks in place. I have since taken it out on hiking. So far so good. The designer should have realized this problem and provided a solution before the product was released. While the use of Velcro may seem obvious, it may not be obvious to everyone.

The materials and build are very good, especially for the price, and the divider options are plentiful. The only problem for me is that it uses a single zipper for the entire bag, front and sides. For "side access" you're pretty much flaying the whole bag open, at which point its only the main dividers holding the sides together.