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Camera Backpacks
Camera, lenses and laptop in one place, padded and organized, with the tripod strapped to the side.
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Cameras and lenses need different protection than clothes and notebooks. A camera backpack has a padded compartment for photo gear, with removable padded dividers that create spaces for the camera body and lenses so nothing knocks together on the way. The Lensvik and The Aperon also have a sleeve for a laptop up to 15.6 inches, side straps for carrying a tripod and a strap that slides over your suitcase handle. The Lensvik is larger, 38 liters, with full rear opening, and the 31 liter The Aperon also opens from a side door for quick access to the camera.
The Lensvik or The Aperon
The Lensvik is a 38 liter bag, 49 x 35 x 22 cm (19.3 x 13.8 x 8.7 in), weighing 1.63 kg (3.6 lb). Its full rear opening gives access to all your gear, the flap closes with two metal buckles, and YKK zippers are used at every closure. The Aperon is smaller and lighter, 31 liters, 45 x 34 x 20 cm and 1.33 kg (2.9 lb), with a side door for quick camera access, a rear-access laptop compartment and a hidden pocket for valuables.
Setting up the camera compartment
The padded dividers are removable, so you can arrange them around your gear: a space for the camera body with a lens attached, and compartments for extra lenses, batteries and cards. Each item should sit snugly in its own space so it does not shift as you walk. The tripod straps to the outside with the side straps, and the laptop goes in its own compartment.
Shooting on trips and flying
The Lensvik and The Aperon both have a trolley strap that slides over a suitcase handle, so at the airport the bag rides on your suitcase. Both have a back with a ventilation channel, and The Lensvik also has a chest strap. When flying, keep your camera and lenses with you in the cabin, so check the bag's dimensions against your airline's carry-on limits.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a camera bag and a regular backpack?
A camera bag has a padded compartment with removable dividers for the camera body and lenses that hold each item in place. In a regular backpack, gear shifts and knocks together inside.
Is there room for a laptop in the camera bag?
Yes. The Lensvik and The Aperon both have a sleeve for a laptop up to 15.6 inches.
How do I carry a tripod?
The Lensvik and The Aperon have side straps that hold the tripod on the outside, so it takes no room inside the bag.
Does the camera bag protect against rain?
The Lensvik is 100% polyester with a water-repellent finish, and The Aperon is water-resistant ripstop polyester. In heavy rain, cover the bag or get under shelter.
Which one suits me, The Lensvik or The Aperon?
If you carry a lot of gear and want to reach all of it at once, the 38 liter The Lensvik with full rear opening. If you want to grab the camera fast, the 31 liter The Aperon with a side door, which is also lighter.
Can I attach the camera bag to a suitcase?
Yes. The Lensvik and The Aperon both have a trolley strap, so at the airport the bag rides on your suitcase.
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