ThinkTank BackLight™ 18L Photo Daypack - Charcoal

ThinkTank BackLight® 18L: The Compact, All-Weather Camera Backpack

The ThinkTank BackLight® 18L is a versatile camera backpack designed for photographers who require easy access to their gear without removing the bag. Whether you're on a trail, traveling, or on location, the BackLight® 18L allows you to quickly access your camera equipment while keeping the backpack securely on your waist. With its rear-panel access, this backpack ensures that your gear stays clean and protected, even in the toughest conditions.

Ready for Any Adventure

The BackLight® 18L is built to handle any adventure, offering a range of features that make it an essential companion for photographers on the go.

• Rear-Panel Access: Gain access to your camera gear without taking off the backpack. Simply rotate the bag to the front of your body while the waist belt remains secured, allowing you to change lenses or take a quick shot with ease.
• Daypack Capacity: With a total of 5L of storage space in the front pockets, you can carry personal items such as extra layers, a light jacket, or food, making it perfect for a day’s outing.
• Dedicated Device Compartments: The backpack features dedicated compartments that can accommodate up to a 13” laptop and a full-size tablet, ensuring that you stay connected and productive wherever you go.

Built for Comfort and Durability

Designed with the needs of active photographers in mind, the BackLight® 18L is both comfortable and durable, making it ideal for long days on the trail.

• Comfortable Waist Belt: The padded waist belt provides all-day comfort and features a webbing rail for attaching modular pouches or accessories, giving you additional flexibility in carrying your gear.
• Air Channel and Lumbar Support: The rear-panel is designed with an air channel and lumbar support, ensuring that the backpack remains comfortable, even during extended use.

Secure and Expandable

Traveling with valuable camera gear requires security, and the BackLight® 18L provides peace of mind with its secure rear-panel access and expandable storage options.

• Enhanced Security: By keeping your camera gear protected behind your back, the rear-panel access adds an extra layer of security when traveling.
• Expandable Storage: The backpack includes daisy chains, ice axe loops, and additional lash points, allowing you to expand your carry capacity as needed.

Weather-Ready Design

No matter the weather, the BackLight® 18L is ready to protect your gear with its durable and weather-resistant design.

• Seam-Sealed Rain Cover: Included with the backpack is a seam-sealed rain cover that provides complete protection from rain and moisture, ensuring that your gear stays dry.
• Durable Materials: The exterior of the backpack features a durable water-repellent coating and polyurethane-coated fabric for superior water resistance. The YKK® RC-Fuse zippers are abrasion-resistant, ensuring long-lasting durability.

Key Features

• Back-Panel Access: Access your camera gear without removing the bag, keeping your harness clean and dry.
• Daypack Capacity: Front pockets provide 5L of storage space for personal items.
• Device Compartments: Fits up to a 13” laptop and a full-size tablet.
• Expandable Storage: Daisy chains, ice axe loops, and additional lash points for expanded carry capacity.
• Weather-Ready: Seam-sealed rain cover included and made from durable, water-resistant materials.
• Comfortable Design: Padded waist belt, air channel, and lumbar support for all-day comfort.

Additional Features

• Meets most international and US carry-on requirements*
• Tripod/monopod mounting system included
• Two large water bottle pockets with cinch cords
• Side compression straps with locking SR buckles
• Ergonomic zipper pulls for easy use with gloves or in cold weather
• Front stuff pockets for quick access to trail essentials

*Check with your airline for current carry-on requirements.

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 Compartment: 8.9” W x 13.8” H x 0.8” D (22.5 x 35 x 2.1 cm)
• Tablet Compartment: 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

Materials

• Exterior: Durable water-repellent (DWR) coating, polyurethane coating, 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.

Take your photography gear on any adventure with the ThinkTank BackLight® 18L. With its rear-panel access, weather-resistant design, and comfortable carrying system, this backpack is the perfect choice for photographers who need quick access to their gear in any environment.

Ready to elevate your photography experience? Order the ThinkTank BackLight® 18L today and never miss a shot, no matter where your journey takes you!