Lowepro Fastpack camera backpack for pro mirrorless, DSLR and quick-access travel
Product description
The essentials
If you shoot with a pro mirrorless or a pro DSLR and you want a camera bag that doesn’t feel like a compromise, the Lowepro Fastpack is built around quick access and proper protection. It’s designed to carry your camera securely with a portrait grip, plus a couple of extra lenses (and even a DJI folding drone kit, on paper).
The big idea here is getting organised while travelling, then reaching your camera fast when the moment matters. The QuickDoor 2-stage access is the headline feature, and the rest of the bag supports that with padded structure, weather shielding and storage zones that make sense on the move.
That said, it’s still a camera backpack: if you’re after maximum capacity or a fully flexible modular system, this one may feel more like an “all-in-one carry” than a bespoke kit organiser.
What you’ll notice in day-to-day use
Quick access is where this bag earns its keep. With the QuickDoor 2-stage access, you should be able to reach the camera without fully unloading everything first. In practical terms, imagine you’re on a city walk: you stop, open the QuickDoor, and pull your camera out quickly for a portrait shot—no rummaging through lens pouches.
The moulded EVA camera divider system also helps keep things from shifting around. It’s not just about padding, it’s about stabilising the kit so you’re less likely to knock lenses against each other during travel.
There’s also a padded waist belt, which is a small detail until you’re on the third leg of a journey. It helps the bag feel more settled on-body, especially when you’re walking longer distances with weight in it.
Protection for travel days (and messy moments)
The Fastpack takes weather and wear seriously. An All Weather AW cover and PU coated fabrics are intended to help safeguard against dirt, abrasion and moisture. That matters if you’re shooting in changeable UK weather or moving between indoors and outdoors—bags can be fine on a good day and surprisingly vulnerable when conditions turn.
Inside, the CradleFit laptop compartment is there for a 15 inch laptop and is positioned to help with impact protection. It’s a useful addition if you travel with your computer alongside your kit, rather than packing them separately.
A sensible note: while the bag is built for protection, no backpack can make a camera truly “safe” in every scenario. If you expect heavy rain or rough handling, you’ll still want to use the AW cover properly and be realistic about what protection can and can’t do.
Storage layout and organisation
This backpack uses 3 primary storage zones, which generally suits the way photographers tend to pack: camera first, then lenses/accessories, then personal items. The light design is meant to keep things comfortable without turning into an oversized pack.
You also get robust and smooth #10 zippers. In this category, that detail often separates bags that keep working from bags that start annoying you. If you open and close your kit regularly, a reliable zipper mechanism makes a difference.
Tech specs
- Name: Lowepro Fastpack
- Type: Camera backpack
- Material: PU coated fabrics
- Protection: All Weather AW cover
- Access: QuickDoor 2-stage access
- Laptop compartment: CradleFit, designed for 15 inch laptop
- Camera protection system: Moulded EVA camera divider system
- Storage: 3 primary storage zones
- Zipper: robust and smooth #10 zipper
Who it suits (and who should look elsewhere)
It makes sense if you want a single backpack that can handle a pro camera with a portrait grip, carry 2–3 extra lenses, and still get to your camera quickly. You’ll likely appreciate it if you travel frequently for shoots, events, or day trips where you don’t want to unpack your whole bag every time.
It may not be a great match if you need a very specialised layout for a larger lens collection, or if you prefer a more modular system where you can reconfigure compartments heavily for different assignments. Also, if quick-access features are useful but you don’t carry much gear, this kind of structured pack can feel like more bag than you need.
Final verdict
Lowepro Fastpack looks like a practical camera backpack for photographers who want quick access, solid internal structure and weather-minded materials, rather than a bag that only works in ideal conditions. The QuickDoor 2-stage access and the moulded EVA divider system are the strongest reasons to consider it, and the laptop compartment is a handy bonus for travel.
Buying verdict: pick it if you carry a pro mirrorless or pro DSLR setup with a portrait grip plus a small bundle of extra lenses, and you want comfort from a padded waist belt.
Skip it if your kit is too different from that “camera + a few extras” shape, or if you want maximum flexibility over a structured carry.
Mini FAQ
Is the Lowepro Fastpack suitable for a laptop?
Yes—there’s a CradleFit laptop compartment intended for a 15 inch laptop.
Does it let you grab the camera quickly?
It’s designed around QuickDoor 2-stage access, intended to help you reach your camera quickly.
What protection does it offer?
It includes an All Weather AW cover and PU coated fabrics to help protect against dirt, abrasion and moisture.
Can it carry a drone kit?
The description mentions it can carry a DJI folding drone kit, so it’s worth checking whether your specific kit fits your way of carrying inside the bag.
Where does it feel strongest?
It feels most convincing for travel days where you want protection, organisation and fast camera access without unpacking everything.