ThinkTank FirstLight 30L Camera Backpack

Built for travel. Engineered for comfort. Designed for your gear.

The ThinkTank FirstLight 30L is a feature-packed backpack built for travelling outdoor photographers who demand comfort, capacity, and durability. Whether youre on a plane to your next destination or hiking into remote terrain, this carry-on compatible* backpack is ready for the journey.

Key Features

• Adjustable Torso Length Tailored fit for small to large body types

• Comfort-Focused Harness System 11 adjustment points and shaped aluminium torso support

• Spacious Interior Fits a gripped DSLR and up to 6 lenses (max 500mm f/4 detached)

• Hydration-Ready Side pocket for a 3L hydration reservoir (30L & 40L sizes only)

• Laptop Compartment Holds up to a 15 laptop securely

• Travel-Friendly Sized for most carry-on regulations*

• Tripod Mounting Options Attach your tripod on the front or side (Tripod Straps sold separately)

• Weather Protection Includes seam-sealed rain cover that also functions as a ground cloth

• Organised Storage Multiple zipped pockets for accessories, batteries, filters and cables

• Durable Design Ballistic nylon bottom panel and premium YKK RC-Fuse zippers for rugged use

• Compact Transport Waist belt and shoulder straps wrap around front for tidy overhead storage

• Additional Details Integrated safety whistle in sternum strap, grab handles on three sides

Gear Compatibility

• Cameras & Lenses:

  • 1 gripped DSLR + 46 standard zoom lenses + 1 flash

  • Max lens size: 500mm f/4 (detached) or 400mm f/2.8 (attached)

• Example setups:

  • Canon: 1DX + 70-200mm f/2.8 attached, 5D Mark III, 24-70mm f/2.8, 16-35mm f/2.8, 50mm f/1.2, 100mm Macro, 580EXII flash

  • Nikon: D810 + 70-200mm f/2.8 attached, D800E, 24-70mm f/2.8, 14-24mm f/2.8, 105mm Macro, SB-900 flash

  • Wildlife Setup: 1DX + 500mm f/4 (detached), 5D Mark III, 24-70mm f/2.8, 16-35mm f/2.8, GPS unit

Specifications

• Exterior Dimensions: 30.5 48.3 22 cm (12″ W 19″ H 8.7″ D)

• Interior Dimensions: 28.5 46 18 cm (11.2″ W 18.1″ H 7.1″ D)

• Weight: 2.4 kg

• Laptop Pocket: Fits laptops up to 15

Materials

Exterior:

• Water-repellent coating on all fabrics

• Polyurethane underside coating

• YKK RC-Fuse zippers

• 420D velocity & high-density nylon

• 1680D ballistic nylon

• Tarpaulin base panel

Interior:

• Silver-toned 210D nylon lining

• Belly-o mesh pockets

• High-density closed-cell foam

• PE board reinforcement

Optional Accessories (Sold Separately)

• Tripod Suspension Kit

• Lens Switch Case

• Filter Nest & Filter Hive

*Note: Carry-on compatibility may vary depending on airline policies. Always check dimensions before travel.

ThinkTank FirstLight 30L The all-terrain backpack built for professionals who go further.