This is my first camera backpack! I always wear one - I recently got a camera too and it's perfect! Compartment for camera is sufficient for several lenses, camera is stable inside and does not shake much. Enough space for more SD cards, spare batteries or anything else. The upper compartment can be connected to the lower one (but there is no point in doing so) because there is enough space for snacks or charging cables etc... Another recommendation! Please tap Useful!
02/09/2024
bought the backpack because as a hobby photographer I have a lot of equipment. I couldn't pack everything in my previous backpack. In the current backpack, however, it works well. It has 2 compartments in which you can fit many lenses and 2 cameras without any problems. Even my 150-600mm lens fits in the backpack. In addition to the 2 camera compartments, there are also 2 compartments in which you can store memory cards, batteries and other accessories. The compartments all open to the front. I would like it better if the camera compartments could be opened toward the back. The backpack sits comfortably on the back and can be adjusted to suit you thanks to the many adjustment options.
02/09/2024
Very compact and well thought out. There are many options for customization to your own needs. Turns out bigger than shown in the pictures.
02/09/2024
am completely satisfied with the backpack. Would I buy again. The nice thing is that I can easily take my two cameras with me without the 2 camera bags dangling around so stupidly. I think the best thing or a nice feature is that a camera bag is already integrated at the bottom and I even if I take the big backpack with me on vacation and decide one day I only need 1 camera with a lens that I can take out the small bag, so I always have a small one Camera bag with me :D So thumbs up :D
02/09/2024
First, the main compartment, which can be accessed by opening the back panel of the bag. As is usual with camera bags, this one contains a series of dividers that attach to the main compartment walls and to each other via Velcro. There are two long dividers that run top to bottom of the compartment to divide the bag into thirds and three short ones that can be used to divide the thirds. By adding a fourth divider from the camera bag I'm retiring in favor of this one, I was able to give myself a 2x3 grid to hold my D3300's body (I have to unscrew the wrist strap and drape it over other compartments), four lenses and one lens ball. The different sizes of the occupants of the different compartments tend to press against each other, and the connections of the various partitions can be a bit imprecise, but everything seems good enough. Each device is snug enough that it doesn't get crowded, but not so tight that it can't be easily removed.
The last third of the compartment formed when inserting the long dividers cannot be divided as the material on that side of the bag will not accept Velcro. The result is a fairly large compartment that's only useful to me as an area to store various accessories that can slide around a bit. I don't normally use a speedlight, but if I did it would probably fit in this compartment quite easily. On the side of this wall are two very small Velcro chambers, each capable of holding almost a battery. (Very handy for me as I carry three with me: one on camera and two in reserve at any given time.)
Most notably there are two pockets that are great for storing a few flat accessories like my gray cards and a couple of cheap plastic filter keys that I thought would be prudent to keep in my pocket. These bags are very loose and everything in them is sure to slip out if the bag is tipped.
There is a separate compartment behind these pockets. The bottom of this compartment is formed by another divider with Velcro. So if you really want to, you can remove these and access them while the main compartment is open. However, you would have to disassemble so much that it's just not worth the effort. This separate compartment is accessed via a zip that runs just a short distance down the side of the bag (further showing that this is intended to be treated as a separate compartment). With the exception of a key fob that can be snapped by a strap, there's nothing in this compartment that would add anchorage or stability to anything you choose to store here. There is also no padding on the top and sides of the compartment. So there is almost no photo equipment there that I would trust. Which isn't really a problem as everything I usually keep in my kit fits in the main compartment. Since I use my camera bag as a personal item when flying, I expect to use this space to store various small items that don't need to be kept secure and that I might need to access on an airplane or in a terminal. It'll be a nice change stuffing stuff like this in my pockets. But otherwise I plan to leave this blank. to use this space to store various small items that do not need to be kept secure and that I may need to access on an airplane or in a terminal. It'll be a nice change stuffing stuff like this in my pockets. But otherwise I plan to leave this blank. to use this space to store various small items that do not need to be kept secure and that I may need to access on an airplane or in a terminal. It'll be a nice change stuffing stuff like this in my pockets. But otherwise I plan to leave this blank.
The inside of the bag's back flap, the part you open to access the main compartment, has a very large pocket that can hold a laptop. As big as this bag is, it's not big enough for my computer (which is fine; I very rarely travel with my computer these days). At least with the configuration of the camera bag I'm using, I would be very concerned that putting a computer in would risk crushing it and/or some of the photography gear. But I'm having a hard time visualizing someone else's computer in there.
Zip the main compartment back up, fold a large flap over the top of the bag and secure the flap with a hook. These hooks seem to hold the flap in place securely enough and aren't too difficult to unhook either, but I really don't see the advantage they offer over a more conventional pair of buckles. Now that the bag is closed, I identify most of the opportunities for improvement. In addition to the confusing hook closure, there appear to be some strange straps. Most are easy to remove and the rest are unobtrusive enough. But what function they are supposed to fulfill is a mystery to me. There's a pair of loop straps at the bottom of the bag that have room for a tripod, and I definitely appreciate that. Before this became commonplace with camera bags, I had to carry my tripod separately whenever I needed it, and it was so annoying that I often just left it behind. There were many occasions when I came across an environment that would have required a tripod and had to forgo the shot instead.
But aside from the tripod straps and a pocket with an elasticated top closure for a water bottle, there's no way to stash anything on the outside of the bag. Not a single zipped pocket of any size, although there are plenty of spots where something like this would fit nicely. It seems like a waste. (What initially looks like a fairly large zippered pouch is just a window into the main compartment of the camera bag, with no Velcro on the side, where I hop around my various accessories. I don't think I'll ever need such quick access to this compartment ; if I ever need something quick to hand, I keep it in the separate zip pocket instead.)
Otherwise, the shoulder straps are adjustable over a wide range, so I think almost everyone will find a comfortable length. I certainly did; and when I say I find it comfortable, that's someone who hasn't worn a backpack more than a few times since I was in high school.
While I've found a few things I can't choose from, the fact is that this bag stores all of my photography gear in a space that's compact, but still roomier than a more conventional over-the-shoulder camera bag. It's comfortable and easy to wear and I don't expect any real issues with it.
The only thing I can't rate right now is how easily it fits under an airplane seat. I don't expect any problems there, but will update this review if needed next time I fly.
The last third of the compartment formed when inserting the long dividers cannot be divided as the material on that side of the bag will not accept Velcro. The result is a fairly large compartment that's only useful to me as an area to store various accessories that can slide around a bit. I don't normally use a speedlight, but if I did it would probably fit in this compartment quite easily. On the side of this wall are two very small Velcro chambers, each capable of holding almost a battery. (Very handy for me as I carry three with me: one on camera and two in reserve at any given time.)
Most notably there are two pockets that are great for storing a few flat accessories like my gray cards and a couple of cheap plastic filter keys that I thought would be prudent to keep in my pocket. These bags are very loose and everything in them is sure to slip out if the bag is tipped.
There is a separate compartment behind these pockets. The bottom of this compartment is formed by another divider with Velcro. So if you really want to, you can remove these and access them while the main compartment is open. However, you would have to disassemble so much that it's just not worth the effort. This separate compartment is accessed via a zip that runs just a short distance down the side of the bag (further showing that this is intended to be treated as a separate compartment). With the exception of a key fob that can be snapped by a strap, there's nothing in this compartment that would add anchorage or stability to anything you choose to store here. There is also no padding on the top and sides of the compartment. So there is almost no photo equipment there that I would trust. Which isn't really a problem as everything I usually keep in my kit fits in the main compartment. Since I use my camera bag as a personal item when flying, I expect to use this space to store various small items that don't need to be kept secure and that I might need to access on an airplane or in a terminal. It'll be a nice change stuffing stuff like this in my pockets. But otherwise I plan to leave this blank. to use this space to store various small items that do not need to be kept secure and that I may need to access on an airplane or in a terminal. It'll be a nice change stuffing stuff like this in my pockets. But otherwise I plan to leave this blank. to use this space to store various small items that do not need to be kept secure and that I may need to access on an airplane or in a terminal. It'll be a nice change stuffing stuff like this in my pockets. But otherwise I plan to leave this blank.
The inside of the bag's back flap, the part you open to access the main compartment, has a very large pocket that can hold a laptop. As big as this bag is, it's not big enough for my computer (which is fine; I very rarely travel with my computer these days). At least with the configuration of the camera bag I'm using, I would be very concerned that putting a computer in would risk crushing it and/or some of the photography gear. But I'm having a hard time visualizing someone else's computer in there.
Zip the main compartment back up, fold a large flap over the top of the bag and secure the flap with a hook. These hooks seem to hold the flap in place securely enough and aren't too difficult to unhook either, but I really don't see the advantage they offer over a more conventional pair of buckles. Now that the bag is closed, I identify most of the opportunities for improvement. In addition to the confusing hook closure, there appear to be some strange straps. Most are easy to remove and the rest are unobtrusive enough. But what function they are supposed to fulfill is a mystery to me. There's a pair of loop straps at the bottom of the bag that have room for a tripod, and I definitely appreciate that. Before this became commonplace with camera bags, I had to carry my tripod separately whenever I needed it, and it was so annoying that I often just left it behind. There were many occasions when I came across an environment that would have required a tripod and had to forgo the shot instead.
But aside from the tripod straps and a pocket with an elasticated top closure for a water bottle, there's no way to stash anything on the outside of the bag. Not a single zipped pocket of any size, although there are plenty of spots where something like this would fit nicely. It seems like a waste. (What initially looks like a fairly large zippered pouch is just a window into the main compartment of the camera bag, with no Velcro on the side, where I hop around my various accessories. I don't think I'll ever need such quick access to this compartment ; if I ever need something quick to hand, I keep it in the separate zip pocket instead.)
Otherwise, the shoulder straps are adjustable over a wide range, so I think almost everyone will find a comfortable length. I certainly did; and when I say I find it comfortable, that's someone who hasn't worn a backpack more than a few times since I was in high school.
While I've found a few things I can't choose from, the fact is that this bag stores all of my photography gear in a space that's compact, but still roomier than a more conventional over-the-shoulder camera bag. It's comfortable and easy to wear and I don't expect any real issues with it.
The only thing I can't rate right now is how easily it fits under an airplane seat. I don't expect any problems there, but will update this review if needed next time I fly.
31/08/2024
The 20l K&F Camera Backpack is a compact day style camera backpack. About 70% of the volume is a padded cell to store your cameras; there are several tabs you can insert. The tabs are quite thin as is the padding in the bag – it’s certainly one I would put down carefully.
You can see from the photos I set the side opening of the bag to allow me to pull my camera out through the side flap. It is a backpack though; so, you can’t spin it around like a sling style bag to get easy to that flap. The side opening flap is quite useful as it has extra pockets for batteries and memory cards – one nice thing of the bag generally is there are a few pockets around the bag you can use for storage. The remaining 30% of the bag is the day part; you can put a lightweight raincoat in it; or a lunch box. There is a water bottle pocket on the side.
I’m not a huge fan of the overall design; as the side opening lets you remove your camera easily which is great. It doesn’t give you easy access to your other accessories/ lenses though. You need to open the entire back of the bag (which includes opening the flap) to get to them. That is a bit frustrating if you want to move from a zoom to narrow lens.
That said this design will save your back if you like to fill a bag. The lens section let me load an EOS R and an R5 easily. With a 100-400 lens attached to the body. I could then store a 24-105, 16-35 and 50mm lens in the bag. This covers most bases for a day in the city – and cutting it down to what would fit results in a somewhat light bag.
I have been working in London a few days this week which involves a two hour commute each way and it’s been the bag I take with me. The laptop pocket happily stores my work 14” laptop’ and the day pocket had space for my charger, and small pockets for wires and my mouse. The laptop pad goes against your back. When you are using it, I found it feels quite rigid.
The shoulder straps have decent padding; and come with rings you can hang things to. If you use camera clips the padding makes affixing them VERY difficult but using a clamp, I was able to get it to attach. On the back is a luggage loop if you want to attach it to a carry on whilst walking around the airport it will be useful, though for some reason it’s not elasticated so it won’t go around the handle on my full sized Rimowa luggage
The materials are an interesting mix most of the bag is a soft feeling textured plastic; this seems to repel water on its own – there is a separate rain cover that was useful in a very wet London. The bag doesn’t have any reflective elements so if you are using it in the city just bear in mind its black There are reinforced leather feeling anchors, and the affixes are often metal. The zips have nice pull tags that will help you open the bag when wearing gloves.
Overall, this ticks several my preferences – I find a 20l backpack is much more practical for day-to-day use than a 30l bag; 10l of extra camera gear can weigh you down. K&F have given a reasonably 80/20 split between gear and living If you use a compact tripod the underslung tripod holder is far better than a side mounting one. The K&F backpack is much stronger, and the materials feel a step up from the cheaper bags I have used. It isn’t the cheapest backpack out there but when you pick it up and the materials don’t sag you can see it’s a good quality bag. K&F have added are several useful touches, from all the storage pockets to a key chain clip inside the bag which go to explain the price.
You can see from the photos I set the side opening of the bag to allow me to pull my camera out through the side flap. It is a backpack though; so, you can’t spin it around like a sling style bag to get easy to that flap. The side opening flap is quite useful as it has extra pockets for batteries and memory cards – one nice thing of the bag generally is there are a few pockets around the bag you can use for storage. The remaining 30% of the bag is the day part; you can put a lightweight raincoat in it; or a lunch box. There is a water bottle pocket on the side.
I’m not a huge fan of the overall design; as the side opening lets you remove your camera easily which is great. It doesn’t give you easy access to your other accessories/ lenses though. You need to open the entire back of the bag (which includes opening the flap) to get to them. That is a bit frustrating if you want to move from a zoom to narrow lens.
That said this design will save your back if you like to fill a bag. The lens section let me load an EOS R and an R5 easily. With a 100-400 lens attached to the body. I could then store a 24-105, 16-35 and 50mm lens in the bag. This covers most bases for a day in the city – and cutting it down to what would fit results in a somewhat light bag.
I have been working in London a few days this week which involves a two hour commute each way and it’s been the bag I take with me. The laptop pocket happily stores my work 14” laptop’ and the day pocket had space for my charger, and small pockets for wires and my mouse. The laptop pad goes against your back. When you are using it, I found it feels quite rigid.
The shoulder straps have decent padding; and come with rings you can hang things to. If you use camera clips the padding makes affixing them VERY difficult but using a clamp, I was able to get it to attach. On the back is a luggage loop if you want to attach it to a carry on whilst walking around the airport it will be useful, though for some reason it’s not elasticated so it won’t go around the handle on my full sized Rimowa luggage
The materials are an interesting mix most of the bag is a soft feeling textured plastic; this seems to repel water on its own – there is a separate rain cover that was useful in a very wet London. The bag doesn’t have any reflective elements so if you are using it in the city just bear in mind its black There are reinforced leather feeling anchors, and the affixes are often metal. The zips have nice pull tags that will help you open the bag when wearing gloves.
Overall, this ticks several my preferences – I find a 20l backpack is much more practical for day-to-day use than a 30l bag; 10l of extra camera gear can weigh you down. K&F have given a reasonably 80/20 split between gear and living If you use a compact tripod the underslung tripod holder is far better than a side mounting one. The K&F backpack is much stronger, and the materials feel a step up from the cheaper bags I have used. It isn’t the cheapest backpack out there but when you pick it up and the materials don’t sag you can see it’s a good quality bag. K&F have added are several useful touches, from all the storage pockets to a key chain clip inside the bag which go to explain the price.
31/07/2024
he backpack comes with removable compartments, space for a laptop and a rain cover
29/06/2024