MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack vs USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack

The main difference between the MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack and the USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack is that the BackLight Camera Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Daisy chain, gear loops, neck straps) while the DSLR Camera Backpack does not.

MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack Front View
USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack Front View
Specs Brand MindShift Gear USA GEAR S17
Name BackLight Camera Backpack DSLR Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 18L
Dimensions (in) 10.6 x 18.5 x 7.1 18 x 12 x 8
Weight (lb) 3.7 2.5
Fabric Nylon
Color Woodland Green 6+ colors and patterns
Warranty USA GEAR 3 Year Limited Warranty
Release Date August 24, 2011
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Thick-padded adjustable shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded adjustable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers High-quality YKK zippers Reinforced zippers with soft rubber pulls
Main Compartment Access Large rear zipped access Side and front zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets with cinch straps Top, front, back and side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior mesh pockets Muti-pockets and dividers in the main compartment
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle or umbrella Side pocket can fit water bottle or tripod
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Sturdy top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain, gear loops, neck straps
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 13" Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet compartment
Organizer Pocket Organizational panel with slip-in pockets for small accessories
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Tuck-away shoulder straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Rain Cover Custom-fit rain cover
Ergonomic Ergonomic zipper
Camera Features Compatibility DSLR and mirrorless camera Compatible with many DSLRs
Number of Lenses 3-5 lenses
Number of Flashes 1 flash
Dividers Padded dividers Customizable padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Side tripod strap and foot holder
Other Features Other Features Seam-sealed rain cover protection

You're currently comparing the BackLight Camera Backpack by MindShift Gear against the DSLR Camera Backpack by USA GEAR S17.


MindShift Gear's BackLight Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while USA GEAR S17's DSLR Camera 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 USA GEAR S17 DSLR Camera Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18 x 12 x 8 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 6+ colors and patterns.