FirstLight 30L

The FirstLight 30L backpack is designed for traveling outdoor photographers. Built for extended days of travel, the pack is carry on compatible*, making it easier to get to your destination. Plus, this high capacity backpack is comfortable enough for a long day on the trail. The FirstLights contoured, 11-point adjustable torso harness fits most men and women. The pack also offers ballistic nylon bottoms for durability, accommodates a hydration reservoir, and has long lens capacity with extra room for your laptop and personal gear.

Top Features

Additional Features

• Dedicated 3L hydration pocket on side (30L & 40L only)
• Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
• Better weight distribution for a more comfortable load enables easier all day use on the trail
• Seamless rain cover (included) doubles as a ground cloth
• When attached, rain cover allows small to medium tripods to be carried on front or side positions
• 2 front stuff pockets for travel or trail essentials: extra layers, a light jacket, headlamp, gloves, chargers
• Adjustable high-density closed-cell foam dividers for large telephoto lenses, traditional photo gear or personal items
• Large water bottle or accessory pocket with drains and cinch cord for security
• Top zippered pocket for quick access to essentials
• Ballistic nylon bottom panel for durability in harsh environments
• Shaped aluminum torso stay for additional support
• Grab handles on 2 sides make it easy to hoist into an overhead bin, car, or trunk
• Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, etc.
• Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
• Shoulder straps and waist belt wrap to front for compact storage in overhead compartment
• Whistle integrated into sternum strap buckle
• Compatible with MindShift Tripod Suspension Kit, Lens Switch Case and the filter cases

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

Gear Profile

Holds 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.

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.

Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions:

• 12" W x 19" H x 8.7" D (30.5 x 48.3 x 22 cm)

Interior Dimensions:

• 11.2" W x 18.1" H x 7.1" D (28.5 x 46 x 18 cm)

Front Pocket:

• fits up to 15" laptop

Weight:

• 5.4lb (2.4kg)

Volume:

• 30 Liters

Materials

Exterior: For superior water resistance, all exterior fabric has a dura ble water-repellant coating; the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. It also has the highest quality 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.

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