Innovations
From the first internal-frame backpack Greg Lowe invented in his garage in 1967 to the recently developed water proof backpacks, Lowepro products and features have helped to revolutionize the industry - and to keep your cameras as protected and accessible as humanly possible.
2007 |
Lowepro develops the industry's first photo backpack constructed of 51% recycled Cyclpet® material, a 100% post consumer recycled fabric, establishing the industry standard for eco-friendly carrying solutions. |
2005 |
Lowepro introduces the first two compartment camera bag that combines waterproof camera protection with personal storage and a hydration system. |
2002 |
Lowepro makes a splash with the DryZone 200, the first camera backpack to take camera gear into the water - safely. |
2001 |
Lowepro reinvents the rolling camera backpack, placing the backpack harness on one side and the handle and wheels on the other - a more comfortable and efficient patented system. |
1999 |
Lowepro produces the first of many new camera bags designed specifically for digital cameras. |
| Lowepro produces the first camera/notebook backpack for photojournalists. | |
1998 |
Lowepro creates the Film Drop AW (patented), with an aperture-like opening that stows exposed film safely - instantly - even on the run. |
| Lowepro pioneers innovative rolling cases with a prop-up stand to make gear access easier. | |
| Lowepro develops the most comprehensive modular carrying system ever, the revolutionary Street & Field™ System. | |
1994 |
Lowepro wins the IFAI International Achievement Award, one of many awards the company has earned. |
| Lowepro's Off Road is the first camera bag with the SlipLock™ System, a modular system that changed the way many photographers carry equipment. | |
1993 |
Lowepro wins the IDSA prestigious silver Industrial Design Excellence Award for the design of the Orion AW Backpack. |
1993 |
Lowepro develops the first OverLap Zipper™, an innovation now standard for camera bags. |
1992 |
Lowepro originates the revolutionary All Weather Cover™ (patented), a built-in raincoat for torrential downpours, snow, sand, dust and hot sun. |
1985 |
Lowepro introduces another of Greg's inventions, the ergonomically contoured shoulder strap. Lowepro pioneers the CollarCut™ harness, a giant step forward in carrying comfort. |
1977 |
Greg pioneers the use of plastic buckles on backpacks and camera bags. |
1972 |
Lowepro introduces the first soft-sided, foam-padded camera bag developed by Greg Lowe. |
1967 |
Lowepro founder, Greg Lowe, creates the world's first internal-frame backpack in his garage. |