MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack vs Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack

The main difference between the MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack and the Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack is that the BackLight Camera Backpack has Zippers (High-quality YKK zippers) while the Aspect DSLR Backpack does not.

MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack Front View
Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack Side View
Specs Brand MindShift Gear Thule
Name BackLight Camera Backpack Aspect DSLR Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 10.6 x 18.5 x 7.1 11.8 x 8.7 x 20.5
Weight (lb) 3.7 3.2
Fabric Nylon
Color Woodland Green Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date September 1, 2016
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Thick-padded adjustable shoulder straps Air mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded adjustable waist belt Removable, padded hip belt
Zippers High-quality YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Large rear zipped access Top and side zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets with cinch straps 1 zipped front pocket, side pocket, and 2 hip belt pockets
Internal Compartments Interior mesh pockets Spacious main compartment with multiple pockets
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle or umbrella Side pocket can hold water bottle or tripod
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain, gear loops, neck straps Tripod strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 13" Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet compartment Padded tablet compartment
Organizer Pocket Organizational panel with slip-in pockets for small accessories
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air-mesh back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic zipper
Camera Features Compatibility DSLR and mirrorless camera Compatible with most DSLR cameras plus a DJI Mavic Pro
Number of Lenses 3-5 lenses
Number of Flashes 1 flash
Dividers Padded dividers Customizable, padded divider
Tripod Storage Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features Seam-sealed rain cover protection

You're currently comparing the BackLight Camera Backpack by MindShift Gear against the Aspect DSLR Backpack by Thule .


MindShift Gear's BackLight Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while Thule 's Aspect DSLR Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features.

The MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 3.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.6 x 18.5 x 7.1. It's made of and is available in Woodland Green in comparison the Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11.8 x 8.7 x 20.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 3.2 pounds and is available in Black.