Outdoor photographers can look forward to a high degree of comfort and easy access to gear with the woodland green MindShift Gear BackLight 18L Backpack Woodland Greenfrom MindShift Gear. This pack has a padded rear compartment with touch-fastening dividers for storing and organizing a standard-size DSLR or mirrorless camera, two to three lenses, a flash, plus space for an assortment of additional accessories. This compartment is accessed by unzipping the back panel. By sliding the shoulder straps off and using the waist belt to rotate the pack in front of you, the pack will rest in a horizontal, tabletop-like position. This feature enables you to quickly access your gear without having to remove the pack. Underneath the rear compartment lid are two zippered clear-mesh accessory pockets for things such as memory cards and batteries.

The second large compartment on the front of the backpack has padded sleeves for a laptop up to 13" and a full-size tablet up to 10". It also features an organizational panel with slip-in pockets and space for a variety of personal gear such as clothing and snacks. On top of the pack are pockets for a cell phone, wallet, and other items you wish to keep handy. And on both sides of the pack there are slip-in pockets with a cinch strap for storing water bottles up to 32 oz or a set of gloves. Front stuff pockets are useful for trail essentials such as a headlamp, chargers, and energy bars. Side compression straps are used to keep the load tight and give you more security when carrying your equipment. Two front daisy-chains and attachment loops are suitable for attaching many types of gear, and with the compression straps are part of the front and side tripod attachment system.

You can carry your Backlight pack with the top handle, or wear it on your back with the adjustable shoulder straps, chest connector and padded waist belt. For comfort, the shoulder straps are curved and the back panel has padded-mesh material and airflow channels. Designed for efficiency, the waist belt has a webbing rail for attaching optional MindShift accessories or other equipment and can be detached when needed via its quick-release buckle. With an exterior made of water-repellent 420D nylon, 350G airmesh, YKK zippers and other materials, this pack is durable and can be safely deployed in most weather conditions.

Holds DSLR, 2 to 3 Lenses, and Flash    Fits Laptop up to 13" & Tablet up to 10"    Large Rear Compartment for Camera Gear    Waist Belt for Quick Tabletop Access    Padded Touch-Fastened Interior Dividers    Front Pocket for Laptop, Tablets, etc.    Dual Side Pockets with Cinch Straps    Small Top Pocket for Accessories    Handle & Shoulder Harness with Connector    Front and Side Tripod Attachment

Back pocket with padded interior dividers can hold a standard DSLR or mirrorless camera, two to three lenses, a flash, and more

Combination of back panel position and waist belt allows tabletop access to gear without having to remove the pack

Front compartment features dedicated pockets for a 13" laptop and a large tablet

The padded back panel has airflow channels, lumbar support and cushioned mesh padding to help wick-away moisture

Interior organizational panel with slip-in pockets for pens and other small accessories

Exterior pockets on top and front for small items such as notebooks, a smartphone, passport, wallets, etc.

Two side pockets with cinch straps for storing water bottles up to 32 oz, gloves, and other items requiring fast access

Daisy chain loops with multiple lash points for additional gear

Side compression straps with SR buckles for tightening the load as well as securing a variety of items such as walking sticks

Tripod/monopod mounting system on front and side of pack

Padded waist belt with a webbing rail for attaching a variety of optional MindShift accessories

Flap-keeper neck strap allows you to work out of the bag unencumbered

Ergonomic zipper pulls for easier use with gloves or during cold weather situations

High-quality YKK zippers for durability and dependability

Front pockets for a variety of items such as gloves, chargers, and headlamps

Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, and other small items

Seam-sealed rain cover which doubles as a ground cloth for protection

Compatible with the Tripod Suspension Kit, Filter Nest/Hive and Switch Case

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this bag have enough room for a Nikon D850, Tamron 24-70, and Sigma 150-600? Is there room enough for a wide zoom or 105 macro?

A: Yes, your gear will fit in this bag.

Q: 2. Does it fits SONY FE 300mm F2.8 GM as body attached and hood collapsed ?

A: Yes. The MindShift Gear BackLight 18L Backpack will fit the Sony 300mm f2.8 GM lens attached to a camera.

Q: 3. Can the Peak design capture clip be attached to the straps?

A: Yes, it can.

Q: 4. Can you fit a Canon R3 in this bag?

A: The MindShift Gear BackLight 18L Backpack (Charcoal) is large enough if lay the Canon R3 flat in the bag with out a lens attached.

Q: 5. Will Thnktank holters fit on the hip belt ?

A: The Think Tank Digital Holsters can attach to one of the two nylon webbing straps on the padded waist belt of the BackLight 18L.

Q: 6. Can this bag hold an Ice Light 2? The interior length of the bag is listed as 21 and the Ice Light 2 has a length of 21.6. In theory it could go in at an angle, or there might be enough give that it fits anyway? I'm curious if anybody's tried putting an Ice Light in the bag to know for sure.

A: Hi Brian, Storing an Ice Light 2 in the BackLight 36L is going to be tight, but doable as long as you store the Ice Light in the center of the of the bag. There is a small chance that you will have to adjust the top most divider in the bags main compartment in order for the Ice Light to fit properly.

Q: 7. Will this hold a Canon R5 with 100-500mm lens with 1.4x extender attached? (around 15.5 inches complete)

A: The interior of the MindShift Gear BackLight 18L Backpack (Charcoal) is 16.73 x 9.45 x 5.51" so it will hold your set-up.

Q: 8. Will this fit the 16" MacBook Pro?

A: Yes, the BackLight 36L's laptop compartment will fit a 16" MBP (this includes the Late 2021 M1 Pro/Max models).

Q: 9. My gripped Nikon D500 and 200/500 F5.6 with hood attached and ready to go measures 17 . Will it fit in this case?

A: The interior of this case is 9.45 x 16.73 x 5.51 / 24 x 42.5 x 14 cm. So you are a 0.27 too tight with this bag.

Q: 10. Which one is better for a sony 20mm 1.8, sigma 24-70 2.8 and the new sigma 150-600 dg dn os? The 18l or the 26l?

A: If those lenses are all you're carrying then the 18L will be okay but kind of tight.. However if you want to comfortably fit the lenses you have plus any accessories or other things. The 26L will be the better choice.