Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L

The side access to the main compartment is a lifesaver when I need to grab a lens quickly without setting the bag down. It carries my camera body, three lenses, and a 15-inch laptop with room to spare.

I was skeptical about the expandable zipper at first, but going from 35L to 42L made a huge difference when I packed in an extra lens and jacket for a weekend shoot.

The padded laptop compartment sits snugly against my back, and the zip-away straps make it easy to toss into overhead bins. I’ve packed a mirrorless body, three lenses, and still had room for a jacket—really versatile when you need it.