Product Comparison: Vanguard Alta Sky 45D vs Vanguard Alta Sky 51D

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Vanguard Alta Sky 45D Camera/Drone Bag

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General Specifications

Brand

Vanguard

Model

Alta Sky 45D

Alta Sky 51D

Origin

China

About the Product

The ALTA SKY 45D is the most versatile gear-carrying and working backpack for professionals and enthusiasts alike thanks to the 70/30 split upper/lower compartment. The larger upper compartment can be customised for either side access (with a small day-pack compartment on top) or top access, depending on your preference.

The ALTA SKY 51D is the most versatile gear-carrying and working backpack for professionals and enthusiasts alike thanks to the 70/30 split upper/lower compartment. The larger upper compartment can be customised for either side access (with a small day-pack compartment on top) or top access, depending on your preference.

Key Specs

Compartment Types

Camera compartment, Front storage panel, Memory Card Pockets, Accessories compartment, Drone compartment, Batteries compartment, Laptop compartment, Personal items compartments

Camera compartment, Front storage panel, Memory Card Pockets, Accessories compartment, Personal items compartments, Laptop compartment, Batteries compartment, Drone compartment

Type

Backpack

Exterior Material

Nylon

Interior Material

Foam / Nylon / Polyethylene / Polyurethane

Number Of Compartments

Type
Number Of Compartments

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Vanguard Alta Sky 45D Camera/Drone Bag

The layout of the pockets worked well.
Roomy and bright interior color to find my lenses easily.
I am very pleased with my purchase. It can fit all my camera gears.
The materials used were top notch.
Padding, zippers, clasps, materials, etc. are all top notch.

Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera/Drone Bag

The ALTA SKY 51D is durable and has an enormous amount of space.
Awesome, worry free, carrying all your photo gears in one bag.
Great Bag, well made. A lot of space and spots to put you gear!
Very good good quality and comfortable backpack.
Looks great with lots of pockets for everything. Good quality.

Size & Weight

Height

19.49 in.

22.24 in.

Width

12.2 in.

14.56 in.

Depth

9.06 in.

10.24 in.

Weight

4.85 lbs.

6.39 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Vanguard Alta Sky 45D Camera/Drone Bag

This is a good camera bad, great size.
It offers enough space to hold x2 of my camera bodies and x7 of my lenses.
I can carry hard drives, SD cards, lighting solutions (jetbeam fl12 x2), battery banks, and a few miscellaneous items. Amazing size and weight.
This bag is perfect for hikers and travel bloggers.
Great size and weight, highly recommended.

Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera/Drone Bag

This is a great backpack with lots of space and compartments for your gear.
Lots of space to comfortably hold two bodies and a range of lenses.
It has good capacity, amazing size.
This backpack impresses with a very good quality. Very good workmanship. Great size and weight.
Backpack with plenty of space and lots of pockets. Comfortable and practical for long journeys.

Protection

Water-Resistant

Yes

Internal Padding

Fully Padded

Zippers

Metal zippers

Water-Resistant

What customers say about "Protection"

Vanguard Alta Sky 45D Camera/Drone Bag

I found the lens compartments gave my gear plenty of protection.
I can imagine it lasting many years. All the outside and inside zippers feel very strong.
This bag has the feel of ruggedness.
There is enough cushion to protect laptop and my gear from each other.
The material is amazing. Zippers are heavy duty and feel perfect.

Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera/Drone Bag

Great camera gear section, great padding for camera gear.
The cameras are well protected, and I love the separate bottom compartment.
It's padded well and is very durable.
The main opening of the backpack (the zipper) is on the back, therefore protected.
Ergonomic, well thought out and very resistant.

Features

Color

Grey

Padded Straps

Yes

Removable Inserts

Yes

Water Bottle Holder

Yes

Extras

13 inch Laptop holder, Air System, Multi-access quick-action, Double security buckles, Tripod strap included

Tripod strap included, Air System, Multi-access quick-action, Double security buckles, Up to 15-inch Laptop

Removable Inserts
Water Bottle Holder

What customers say about "Features"

Vanguard Alta Sky 45D Camera/Drone Bag

The internal compartments can be moved to fit most items and are held in place by Velcro.
This bag overall feels very well designed and built to last.
The 45D is solid and comfortable bag.
The laptop pocket is perfect for my Macbook Air 13".
The straps are super padded and very comfortable.

Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera/Drone Bag