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

The main difference between the Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack and the MindShift Gear BackLight Camera Backpack is that the Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap ) while the BackLight Camera Backpack does not.

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

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


Vanguard 's Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features while MindShift Gear's BackLight Camera Backpack is a Camera backpack with Outdoor features.

The Vanguard Alta Sky 51D Camera Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 6.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.63 x 22.25 x 10.25 . It's made of High Quality Materials and is available in Grey 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.