Lowepro Whistler BP 450 AW II vs Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L V2
The Lowepro Whistler BP 450 AW II is 36L and 3.09kg6.8lb; the Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L V2 is 35L and 2.61kg5.8lb. The Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L V2 is 0.48kg1.1lb lighter. The Lowepro Whistler BP 450 AW II fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L V2 fits 5; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Lowepro Whistler BP 450 AW II | Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $419.99 |
| Volume | 36L | 35L |
| Expands to | n/a | 42L |
| Weight | 3.09kg6.8lb | 2.61kg5.8lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 14%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 60×33×25.5cm23.5×13×10in | 55.9×34.3×24.1cm22×13.5×9.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | 16"Best |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Panel access, top + body-side | Panel access, full back panel + side access |
| Warranty | n/a | 5 years |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | Yes | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | Yes | Yes |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | Recycled 420D nylon ripstop with TPU dual laminate | Higher-tenacity ripstop with water-resistant coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Lowepro Whistler BP 450 AW II | Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack 35L V2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Southwest Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.