BackLight® 18L Best Full-featured Back-loading Outdoor Camera Backpack

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FEATURES

Rear-panel access also adds security when traveling since your camera gear is protected behind your back.

Meets most international and US carry-on requirements*
Daisy chain, ice axe loops and additional lash points for expanding your carry capacity
Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
Comfortable padded waist belt for all day comfort on the trail with webbing rail for modular pouches or accessories
Flap-keeper neck strap allows you to work out of the bag, unencumbered
Two large water bottle pockets with cinch cord fit a 32oz Nalgene
Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
Air channel and lumbar support on rear-panel for all-day comfort
Ergonomic zipper pulls are easily gripped with gloves or frozen fingers
Highest quality YKK zippers, 420D Velocity and 420D high-density nylon for long lasting durability and strength
Front stuff pockets for trail essentials: headlamp, gloves, chargers
Adjustable dividers for large telephoto lenses, traditional photo gear, or personal items
Top zippered pocket for quick access essentials
Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, etc.
Seam-sealed rain cover included
Compatible with the Tripod Suspension Kit, Filter Nest, Filter Hive and Switch Case

*Check with your airline for current carry-on requirements

MATERIALS

Exterior:
For superior water resistance, all exterior fabric has a durable water-repellent coating, plus the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. It also has highest-quality abrasion-resistant YKK® RC-Fuse zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 320G UltraStretch mesh, 350G airmesh, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

Interior:
210D silver-toned nylon lining, hexa-mesh pockets, high-density closed-cell foam, PE board reinforcement, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

INSTRUCTIONS

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RETURN POLICY

If you are not completely satisfied with our product, you can return it unused within 30-days for a full refund less shipping costs. Refunds will not be issued until the product is received and inspected to insure that it contains all the parts and is clean and unused. Note that we do not pay for shipping to have you return it to us.

WARRANTY

At Think Tank, we build our products for the daily impacts of travel and demands of working professionals over extended periods of time. We build many of our products with user replaceable parts to keep your bag going for years.

SPECIFICATIONS

Exterior Dimensions:
10.6” W x 18.5” H x 7.1” D (27 x 47 x 18 cm)

Interior Dimensions:
9.4” W x 16.7” H x 5.5” D (24 x 42.5 x 14 cm)

Laptop:
8.9” W x 13.8” H x 0.8”D (22.5 x 35 x 2.1 cm)

Tablet:
8.7” W x 10.2” H x 0.6” D (22 x 26 x 1.5 cm)

Weight:
3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)

Volume:
18 Liters

WHAT FITS IN THIS BAG?

Holds 2 standard-sized camera bodies with lenses attached and 1–3 standard zoom lenses

Fits up to a 13” laptop and a 10” tablet

Fits personal gear in the 5L front compartments

Maximum lens size: 300mm f/2.8 or 150–600mm f/5–6.3 attached to a body

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Ready to get "The Shot" in Alaska with her Backlight 18L.

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12/09/2024

Anne P.

United States

Named this bag Goldilocks

My old Lowepro was asking to be retired. I tried one bag from that manufacturer; it was too small. Tried another - too big. Then I listened to a friend who said, "Hey, the MindShift Backlight 18L is my favorite bag - you'll love it." So I bought and yes, I love it. That's why I named it Goldilocks!

BackLight® 18L

LL

10/15/2024

Luis L.

United States

Amazing, Lightweight, Durable but no keyring!

I bought the BackLight 18L based on my experience with the BackLight 36L which I love but needed a smaller backpack with the features and quality of the 36L. So far Think Tank meets almost all my expectations in quality, craftmanship, features, durability and pretty important: weight, amazing all around. They also look good, and I really like the Woodland Green color, as it reminds me of one of the main reasons for my photography, preserve the environment. I would suggest adding a lanyard with a hook/carabiner for storing your keys (much better to find and retrieve your car/home keys after a long hike), something I find missing on the BackLight line, but present in the MindShift PhotoCross or Photo Vision shoulder bag.

BackLight® 18L

TL

10/07/2024

Tim L.

United States

Excellent Bag!

Really well thought out with a great support system. I wish it was a little bigger though, but it is fine for most outings where I don’t need as much gear. Might have to buy the next largest size...

BackLight® 18L

KS

09/23/2024

Katherine S.

United States

The Perfect Bag

This bag holds everything I need for a full day of photography. Finally, a bag that can hold my Sony 200-600 with the camera attached that fits my torso. Most bags are too tall/long for me and I end up sacrificing gear to use my smaller bags.

BackLight® 18L

BK

09/19/2024

Barbara K.

United States

Backlight 18L is perfect for a hike!

I love this backpack. I have a RollerDerby I fly with and it has been superb. I needed a lightweight backpack for short trips and knew Think Tank would be quality. I have not been disappointed. It has everything I wanted and more.

BackLight® 18L