Why do our tutors choose this product?
All of our tutors love to carry cameras and lenses all around to explore different places, so we have high standard of choosing a good camera backpack. We have tried different brands, but yet we could not find the perfect one. Until we met USA F-stop Mountain Series, we could finally find the best one for us.A good camera backpack must equip:
- Waterproof, durable and wear resistant: Outdoor photographer’s backpack must be waterproof and wear resistant. Even you put your backpack on any tough surface, you do not have to worry about making any scratches
- Security: Back opening to prevent thieves stealing your expensive gears easily.
- Suitable capacity: Except cameras and lenses, there should be plenty of space for personal belongings such as jacket, laptop, food and water etc.
- Tripod Attachment: Tripod is a must for outdoor photographers, a good backpack should carry a tripod properly which you do not have to carry the tripod separately.
- Light but tough: Gears are heavy already, a good backpack should keep a nice balance between light weight and good quality.
- Proper thickness of straps: Photographers can comfortably carry the heavy backpack with proper straps.
- Beautiful outlook: Not only pictures have to be beautiful, but an eye-catching outlook is also important in order maintain the whole look.
F-stop Mountain Series Backpacks meet all the requirements mentioned above! We recommend the following style of Mountain Series for outdoor photographer.
- Lotus 4 Core (Press Here) – 28L, suitable for light-weight travel
- Ajna Diamond (Press Here) – 37L, suitable for male and mid to long haul trip. Our tutors are using Anna + Large ICU as well!
- Tilopa Diamond (Press Here) – 50L, Large volume with thicker straps, suitable for long haul and outdoor trip.
Exceptional all-day support provided by an internal aluminium frame and ergonomic Soft Flex injection molded EVA belt and shoulder straps.
Must-have Accessory (1)：ICU（Remember to choose a suitable ICU!）
One of the best parts of F-stop backpacks is that ICU is changeable. This allows you to change a suitable ICU in different situations. For example,
- Taking aurora photographs in Iceland: Cameras x 2, lenses x 6, filters x 8, tripods x 2 and heavy, thick clothes. We suggest you to choose Ajna backpack + large ICU (less gears can choose Lotus backpack + medium ICU)
- Daily photo shooting / short haul trip: Camera x 1, lenses x 2, tripod x 1，we would suggest you to choose Ajna/Lotus backpack + medium ICU
ICU suitable for Lotus
- Medium ICU or Small ICU are recommended.
- Large ICU is alright for Lotus however it will fill up the whole bag, lack of space for other personal belongings.
Must-have Accessory (2)：Waterproof Rain Cover
F-stop backpacks are waterproof and coming with waterproof zips at the top. Shower will not cause a problem. (Our tutors have experienced this for several times) Anyway, F-stop waterproof Rain Cover is also available, it protects your backpack and gears even when it is pouring. We recommend you to purchase the large rain cover together.
Must-have Accessory (3)：F-stop Lens Barrel
Must-have Accessory (3)：F-stop Lens Barrel
F-Stops MOLLE attachment system allows users to easily attach the case to a belt strap or backpack side panel (as found on the F-Stops Mountain Series Bags). F-stop Lens Barrel collection is now available in four sizes, L, M and S.
F-stop Lotus (28L) Spec
F-stop Lotus (28L) Spec
- Volume: 28L
- Size：Height 58cm x Width 32cm x Depth 23cm
- Weight 1.3kg（Not including ICU, ICU sold seperately)
- Recommended: Mirrorless camera(s) paired with the Medium ICU provide Mountain Series durability in a slim profile.
- Additional storage capacity with full length expanding side zipper pockets, front zipper pocket, and top lid.
- Weather resistant materials and durable components protect against the elements.
- Exceptional all-day support provided by an internal aluminum frame and adjustable support system.
