FirstLight® 40L
FirstLight® 40L
FirstLight® 40L
Adjustable torso fits small and large body types
Adjustable torso fits small and large body types
FirstLight® 40L
FirstLight® 40L
Top zippered pocket for quick access to essentials
2 front stuff pockets for travel or trail essentials: extra layers, a light jacket, headlamp, gloves
2 front stuff pockets for travel or trail essentials: extra layers, a light jacket, headlamp, gloves
FirstLight® 40L
17" laptop fits into front pocket
Shaped aluminum stay for additional support
Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
Shaped aluminum stay for additional support
Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
FirstLight® 40L
FirstLight® 40L
Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
Expandable exterior pockets collapse for easy travel
Grab handles on 3 sides make it easy to hoist into an overhead bin, car or truck
Grab handles on 3 sides make it easy to hoist into an overhead bin, car or truck
Padded waist belt for all day comfort on the trail with webbing rail for additional accessories
Robust, comfortable and contoured harness system with 11 adjustment points
FirstLight® 40L
Shoulder straps and waistbelt wrap to front for compact storage in the overhead compartment
Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, etc.
FirstLight® 40L
FirstLight® 40L
FirstLight® 40L
Tripod Suspension Kit and Filter Nest/Hive compatible
FirstLight® 40L
Robust, comfortable and contoured harness system with 11 adjustment points
Robust, comfortable and contoured harness system with 11 adjustment points
Robust, comfortable and contoured harness system with 11 adjustment points
Robust, comfortable and contoured harness system with 11 adjustment points
Large water bottle pockets with cinch cord
Dedicated 3L Hydration pocket on side (bladder not included)
Dedicated 3L Hydration pocket on side (bladder not included)
Filter Nest/Hive compatible (not included)
Ballistic nylon bottom panel for increased durability in harsh environments
Seamless rain cover included that doubles as a ground cloth
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FirstLight® 40L

SKU: 520354

15 reviews

$329.75
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The FirstLight 40L backpack is designed for traveling outdoor photographers.

Built for extended days of travel, the pack is carry on compatible*, making it easier to get to your destination. Plus, this high capacity backpack is comfortable enough for a long day on the trail. 

KEY FEATURES:

  • Adjustable torso length fits small to large body types 
  • Robust, comfortable, and contoured harness system with 11 adjustment points
  • Sized for domestic or international travel*

*Check with your airline for their current carry-on requirements

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  • ADDITIONAL FEATURES

      The FirstLight’s contoured, 11-point adjustable torso harness fits most men and women. The pack also offers ballistic nylon bottoms for durability and has long lens capacity with extra room for your laptop and personal gear.
      <ul> <li>Dedicated water bottle pockets on sides</li> <li>Tablet or laptop fits into front unpadded pocket (fits most 15&rdquo; laptop)</li> <li>Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side</li> <li>Better weight distribution for a more comfortable load enables easier all day use on the trail</li> <li>Seamless rain cover (included) doubles as a ground cloth</li> <li>When attached, rain cover allows small to medium tripods to be carried on front or side positions</li> <li>Two front stuff pockets for travel or trail essentials: extra layers, a light jacket, headlamp, gloves, chargers</li> <li>Adjustable high-density closed-cell foam dividers for large telephoto lenses, traditional photo gear or personal items</li> <li>Large water bottle or accessory pocket with drains and cinch cord for security</li> <li>Top zippered pocket for quick access to essentials</li> <li>Ballistic nylon bottom panel for durability in harsh environments</li> <li>Shaped aluminum torso stay for additional support</li> <li>Grab handles on two sides make it easy to hoist into an overhead bin, car, or trunk</li> <li>Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, etc.</li> <li>Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points</li> <li>Shoulder straps and waist belt wrap to front for compact storage in overhead compartment</li> <li>Whistle integrated into sternum strap buckle</li> <li>Compatible with MindShift <a href="https://www.thinktankphoto.com/products/tripod-suspension-kit" title="Tripod Suspension Kit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tripod Suspension Kit</a>, <a href="https://www.thinktankphoto.com/products/lens-switch-case" target="_blank" title="Lens Switch Case" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lens Switch Case</a> and other <a href="https://www.thinktankphoto.com//collections/filter-cases" target="_blank" title="MindShift Filter Cases" rel="noopener noreferrer">filter cases</a></li> </ul> <p>*Check with your airline for their current carry-on requirements</p>

  • IN THE BOX

      <ul> <li>Reinforced dividers</li> <li>Seam-sealed rain cover</li> <li>Tripod straps</li> </ul>

  • MATERIALS

      <strong>Exterior:</strong><br>For superior water resistance, all exterior fabric has a durable water-repellent coating; the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. It also has the highest quality abrasion-resistant YKK® RC-Fuse zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 1680D ballistic nylon, 210D nylon, 320G DuraStretch mesh, nylon webbing, 350G airmesh, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.<br><br><strong>Interior:</strong><br>210D silver-toned nylon lining, belly-o mesh pockets, high-density closed-cell foam, PE board reinforcement, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

  • INSTRUCTIONS

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  • RETURN POLICY

      If you are not completely satisfied with our product, you can return it unused within 30-days for a full refund less shipping costs. Refunds will not be issued until the product is received and inspected to insure that it contains all the parts and is clean and unused. Note that we do not pay for shipping to have you return it to us.

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  • WARRANTY

      At Think Tank, we build our products for the daily impacts of travel and demands of working professionals over extended periods of time. We build many of our products with user replaceable parts to keep your bag going for years.

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WHAT FITS IN THIS BAG?

Holds 2 gripped DSLRs with 6–8 standard zoom lenses and 1–2 flashes. Maximum lens size: 600mm f/4 lens detached or a 500mm f/4 attached.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • <strong>Exterior Dimensions:</strong><br>
    13.8&rdquo; W x 21.7&rdquo; H x 9&rdquo; D (35 x 55 x 22.9 cm)<br><br>
    <strong>Interior Dimensions:</strong><br>
    13.4&rdquo; W x 20&rdquo; H x 7.3&rdquo; D (34 x 51 x 18.5 cm)<br><br>
    <strong>Front Pocket:</strong><br>
    Fits up to 17&rdquo; laptop <strong><br><br>
    Weight:</strong><br>
    6.0lb (2.7kg)<br><br>
    <strong>Volume:</strong><br>
    40 Liters

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06/24/2022
David O.
United States United States

Very versatile backpack

I spent a lot of time looking online for a backpack that would: 1/ Meet airline carry-on requirements; 2/ Hold two camera bodies with attached lenses; and 3/ Be configurable enough to leave my log telephoto attached to the camera body. The Firstlight 40L met all my requirements and I'm looking forward to using it.

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08/22/2021
Antal I. Kozma
Canada Canada

Extremely good backpack

I have been using this backpack for extended length wilderness adventures for years now. It is very durable, well constructed and adjustable for comfortable carry. Also, it can easily expanded with add ons . I cannot recommend it highly enough for serious backpackers, nature photographers and anyone else in the outdoors for days in a row.

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05/02/2021
Bob R.
United States United States

Versatile quality!

I’ve owned several photo backpacks and this is by far the best thus far. Fits most planes as carry on in the overhead compartment. It’s a tight fit in smaller size airplanes overhead compartments, but it will fit if you “finesse it”. Otherwise it fits perfectly in any standard aircraft. It’s quality is obvious and can haul that heavy gear comfortably! Great backpack for the traveling photog!

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11/06/2020
Louis L.

FirstLight® 40L

I was able to take equipment I was using two backpacks to hold lighting equipment and combine all of it into the FirstLight® 40L making it more convenient to carry onto the field for team photos etc... the FirstLight® 40L now holds two Profoto B1 heads and Two Profoto B10 Plus heads and Chargers, accessories as well as modifiers all in one backpack. the FirstLight® 40L is a sturdy well built backpack that meets my needs.

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10/08/2020
Anonymous
United States United States

FirstLight® 40L

I was able to take equipment I was using two backpacks to hold lighting equipment and combine all of it into the FirstLight® 40L making it more convenient to carry onto the field for team photos etc... the FirstLight® 40L now holds two Profoto B1 heads and Two Profoto B10 Plus heads and Chargers, accessories as well as modifiers all in one backpack. the FirstLight® 40L is a sturdy well built backpack that meets my needs.

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