MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack vs Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack

The main difference between the MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack and the Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack is that the BackLight Camera Backpack has Zippers (High-quality YKK zippers) while the Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack does not.

MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack Front View
Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack
Specs Brand MindShift Gear Vanguard
Name BackLight Camera Backpack Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack
Category Camera Camera
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 18L 30L
Dimensions (in) 10.6 x 18.5 x 7.1 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25
Weight (lb) 3.7 6.4
Fabric High Quality Materials
Color Woodland Green Grey
Warranty Vanguard Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2017
Rating 4.9 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Thick-padded adjustable shoulder straps Contoured shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded adjustable waist belt Padded waist belt
Zippers High-quality YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Large rear zipped access Full rear opening, side and top access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets with cinch straps Multiple exterior pockets
Internal Compartments Interior mesh pockets Bright colored interior with padded dividers
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle or umbrella Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Sturdy carrying handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain, gear loops, neck straps D-rings, drone/tripod holder
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 13" Laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet compartment Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Organizational panel with slip-in pockets for small accessories Numerous dedicated pockets, organizers and connectors
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable connector straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Well-padded breathable 3D back
Rain Cover Total coverage rain cover
Ergonomic Ergonomic zipper Advanced ergonomic back and harness system
Camera Features Compatibility DSLR and mirrorless camera Compatible with Sony, Nikon, Canon, DSLR, Drones
Number of Lenses 3-5 lenses 3-4 lenses
Number of Flashes 1 flash 1 flash
Dividers Padded dividers Customizable padded dividers
Tripod Storage Yes Yes
Drone Storage Yes
Other Features Other Features Seam-sealed rain cover protection

You're currently comparing the BackLight Camera Backpack by MindShift Gear against the Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack by Vanguard .


MindShift Gear's BackLight Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while Vanguard 's Alta Sky 51D 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 Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25 inches. Constructed from High Quality Materials it weighs 6.4 pounds and is available in Grey.