Lowepro creates an Oasis in a DryZone

Water has sounded the tolling bell for countless cameras over the years, so Lowepro has introduced the world's first fully waterproof photo-backpack, the DryZone 200.

Designed using Dry-suit technology, incorporating a patented TIZIP™ watertight zipper, the DryZone 200 protects photographic and electronic gear from the very worst of the elements.

Three ingenious components are at the heart of the DryZone:-

The first is the waterproof case - it's a dry-suit for the backpack.

Inside here is the second - a protective, padded compartment, that can be totally customized to suit your needs, whether it be a 35mm or compact medium format system, or even that delicate piece of life saving electronic gear.

Wrapping all this up is a backpack with a massive specification list, including details like two self-draining outer pockets for wet gear and a drain hole so water doesn't accumulate in the pack.

Lowepro's typical attention to detail has also ensured tripods can be carried and Sliplock™ accessories can be attached to the padded waistbelt. A new harness system also ensures this pack is every bit as comfortable to carry as other Lowepro backpacks.

Available in high visibility yellow or a low-key grey the pack will appeal to nature and sports photographers alike.

Priced at £299 inc. VAT, this will surely be the ultimate go-anywhere, do anything pack.

Lowepro cases are stocked by most quality photo dealers.