MindShift Gear FirstLight 30L Backpack, Bag - Black

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FirstLight 30L Camera Backpack

The FirstLight 30L is a 30-litre backpack designed for photographers on the go. With an adjustable torso, it carries camera gear, a tripod, and a laptop. This backpack can accommodate a maximum lens size of 500mm f/4 (detached). A rain cover is included, and it is compatible with the Tripod Suspension Kit and the Lens Switch Case.

The FirstLight backpack series is ideal for travelling outdoor photographers, whether by plane, train, or automobile, before heading out to remote locations. Carry-on compatible*, these comfortable, high-capacity backpacks are built for extended travel or long days on the trail.

Key Features

• Adjustable Torso Length: Fits small to large body types
• Comfortable Harness System: 11 adjustment points for a custom fit
• Travel-Friendly: Sized for domestic or international travel*
• Hydration Pocket: Dedicated 3L hydration pocket on the side (30L & 40L sizes only)
• Laptop Compartment: Fits up to a 15” laptop
• Tripod/Monopod Mounting System: Mounts on the front or side with optional Tripod Attachment Straps (sold separately)
• Weight Distribution: Designed for comfortable, all-day use on the trail
• Rain Cover: Seamless rain cover doubles as a ground cloth and allows tripods to be carried on the front or side
• Storage Pockets: Two front stuff pockets for essentials; top zippered pocket for quick access; large water bottle/accessory pocket with drains and cinch cord
• Durable Construction: Ballistic nylon bottom panel and shaped aluminium torso stay for additional support
• Grab Handles: Three grab handles for easy lifting into overhead bins, cars, or trunks
• Interior Organization: Interior mesh pockets for filters, batteries, cables, etc.
• Compression Straps: Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
• Compact Storage: Shoulder straps and waist belt wrap to the front for compact storage in overhead compartments
• Whistle: Integrated into sternum strap buckle

Compatible Accessories (sold separately)

• MindShift Gear Tripod Suspension Kit
• MindShift Gear Lens Switch Case
• MindShift Gear Filter Nest
• MindShift Gear Filter Hive

Gear Profile

• Capacity: 1 gripped DSLR and 4–6 standard zoom lenses, and 1 flash; maximum lens size: 500mm f/4 lens detached or 400 f/2.8 attached
• Examples:
  • Canon 1DX attached to the 70-200 f/2.8, 5D Mark III, 24-70 f/2.8, 16-35 f/2.8, 50mm f/1.2, 100 f/2.8 Macro plus 580EXII flash
  • Nikon D810 with the 70-200 f/2.8 attached, Nikon D800E, 24-70 f/2.8, 14-24 f/2.8, 105 macro plus SB-900 flash
  • Canon 1DX attached to the 500 f/4.0, 5D Mark III, 24-70 f/2.8, 16-35 f/2.8, GPS plus travel essentials

Specifications

• Exterior Dimensions: 30.5 x 48.3 x 22 cm (12” W x 19” H x 8.7” D)
• Interior Dimensions: 28.5 x 46 x 18 cm (11.2” W x 18.1” H x 7.1” D)
• Front Pocket: Fits up to 15” laptop
• Weight: 2.4 kg

Materials

Exterior: Durable water-repellant coating on all exterior fabric; polyurethane coating on the underside; abrasion-resistant YKK® RC-Fuse zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 1680D ballistic nylon, 210D nylon, 320G DuraStretch mesh, nylon webbing, 350G airmesh, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

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