The refined Wandrd PRVKE has plenty of room and plenty of comfort.

The Wandrd PRVKE generated a lot of buzz when the backpack launched on Kickstarter. And that was for a good reason — we gave the original bag the Editor’s Choice Award. Like most photographers, we’re picky about our bags. Now, Wandrd is back with an updated bag by the same name. The updated Wandrd PRVKE II keeps well-loved features like the roll-top, rear access, extra pockets, tripod pocket, and numerous compatible accessories. But, the updated version re-designs the back panel and shoulder straps for more comfort, and adds a luggage pass-through and accessory straps to the shoulders. It also fixes complaints on the earlier bag, such as stronger magnets on the top handles.

We called the original PRVKE the perfect camera bag “for the most part.” Can the updated version hit that perfection without any modifiers?

Table of Contents

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Pros and Cons

Pros

Cons

Gear Used

Innovations

Wandrd PRVKE II Tech Specs

Wandrd PRVKE II Ergonomics

Wandrd PRVKE II Build Quality

Wandrd PRVKE II Ease of Use

What size Wandrd PRVKE do you need?

Conclusions

Likes

Dislikes

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The Wandrd PRVKE II is a versatile, well-built bag with a roll-top that’s almost like having two bags in one. It’s comfortable to wear and easy to use, but you’ll have to put the bag on the ground to access all the gear, and the placement of the laptop sleeve makes the back panel stiffer.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Versatile expanding roll-top

Comfortable straps and back panel

Two access points

The design keeps straps out of the way when accessing gear

Made from durable, sturdy materials

Cons

Small objects can fall from the top compartment into the main compartment

The laptop sleeve is poorly placed

Lenses with tripod collars are too big to easily get through the side access door

Without a waist strap, you have to put the bag on the ground for full access to gear.

Gear Used

I used the Wandrd PRVKE 41L with the Wandrd camera cube (a larger Pro size is available). I stashed the Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II, the 24-70mm f2.8 Z lens, the 70-200mm f2.8 Z lens, a 20mm f1.8, and the 24-200mm Z lens in this bag. I also slipped an iPad Pro and my 13-inch MacBook Pro into the laptop and tablet sleeves. A Manfrotto BeFree travel tripod was stashed in the side pocket. Finally, the roll-top stashed lots of extras for outings with my three kids, including sweatshirts and snacks for everyone.

Innovations

This updated Wandrd PRVKE II more of a refresh than anything crazy new. It houses more features, like a luggage pass-through and a back panel and shoulder panel designed for more comfort.

Wandrd PRVKE II Tech Specs

Wandrd lists these tech specs for the new PRVKE bags. You can find this and more in their Amazon Store.:

Materials: Waterproof Tarpaulin and Robic 1680D Ballistic Nylon. YKK Weather Resistant Zippers.

Dimensions:

21 Liter: 17″H X 11″W X 6.5″D

31 Liter: 19″H X 12.5″W X 7.5″D

41 Liter: 21H” X 12.5″ W X 9″D

Volume:

21 L to 26 L (rolltop full extended)

31 L to 36 L (rolltop fully extended)

41 L to 46 L (rolltop fully extended)

Weight:

21 Liter: 2.8 LBS

31 Liter: 3.4 LBS

41 L: 3.7 LBS

Wandrd PRVKE II Ergonomics

Like the original, the Wandrd PRVKE II backpack has a rear clamshell opening, quick access side door, and a roomy expanding roll-top. The 41L is a massive bag that’s 21 inches tall. I originally thought I picked the wrong bag for my small torso, but the big bag still fit okay, and I was grateful for the extra space.

Let’s start our tour on the inside of the bag. The PRVKE doesn’t have to be a camera bag — you make it one with the camera cube. (A larger Pro camera cube is also available.) While I generally don’t care for bags with camera cube inserts, I wasn’t bothered by the Wandrd camera cube because the zipper top and side door are made to tuck out of the way and under the cube. That means you don’t have to go through two zippers, but when you remove the camera cube to use the bag for eve...