Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack vs MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Aspect DSLR Backpack and the MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack is that the Aspect DSLR Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the BackLight Camera Backpack does not.

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

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


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

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