Re: Decisions on a new Backpack – Advice requested
jmmaher wrote: doc4x5 wrote:
The weights of these packs are interesting. The Backlight 18L weighs 1.6kg whereas the 26L is 1.8kg, only 200 grams more for a pretty big difference in capacity. The Backlight 36L is 2.2kg, a bit more also for more capacity. I wanted the 18L for its size but realized that for 200g more weight, I got 8L more carrying capacity. The space matters for both heavy camera gear and jackets and sandwiches.
I didn't realize how close these are in weight.
Hi Jim,
I have the original Backlight 26L and a new Backlight 18L. At this point, if I can, I prefer to carry the smaller size of the smaller pack, but I am normally carrying 3 Sony A7r series camera bodies and 5 lens (Leica M and Leica R lenses). 1 lens is mounted to each camera body with 2 unmounted lenses.
But, if I need a little more space, I will use the 26L. But, be aware, the 26L is not really that much larger on the interior of the backpack itself than the 18L. It is only 2cm wider and 6.5cm longer than the 18L for the camera side of the pack. Much of the additional size of the pack is on the side for your clothing and laptop.
As I mentioned earlier the Backlight Elite 45L is an entirely different animal than the smaller Backlight packs with a much much better internal frame, much better harness, much better waist belt, and exchangeable (and removable) camera compartments. The pack though heavier, is almost made to a much higher standards for materials, back and top panel access, removable waste belt, removable top compartment that can be used as a small pack with the waist belt, etc. The pack will carry more weight much more comfortably when you need to carry the weight. It is made of much more weather resistant material, etc.
Re: Decisions on a new Backpack – Advice requested
jmmaher wrote: doc4x5 wrote:
The weights of these packs are interesting. The Backlight 18L weighs 1.6kg whereas the 26L is 1.8kg, only 200 grams more for a pretty big difference in capacity. The Backlight 36L is 2.2kg, a bit more also for more capacity. I wanted the 18L for its size but realized that for 200g more weight, I got 8L more carrying capacity. The space matters for both heavy camera gear and jackets and sandwiches.
I didn't realize how close these are in weight.
Hi Jim,
I have the original Backlight 26L and a new Backlight 18L. At this point, if I can, I prefer to carry the smaller size of the smaller pack, but I am normally carrying 3 Sony A7r series camera bodies and 5 lens (Leica M and Leica R lenses). 1 lens is mounted to each camera body with 2 unmounted lenses.
But, if I need a little more space, I will use the 26L. But, be aware, the 26L is not really that much larger on the interior of the back itself than the 18L. It is only 2cm wider and 6.5cm longer than the 18L. Much of the additional size of the pack is on the side for your clothing and laptop.
As I mentioned earlier the Backlight Elite 45L is an entirely different animal than the smaller Backlight packs with a much much better internal frame, much better harness, much better waist belt, and exchangeable (and removable) camera compartments. The pack though heavier, is almost made to a much higher standards for materials, back and top panel access, removable waste belt, removable top compartment that can be used as a small pack with the waist belt, etc. The pack will carry more weight much more comfortably when you need to carry the weight. It is made of much more weather resistant material, etc.
