Compare in-stock Peak Design camera bags by capacity, gear access and price, with advice for commuting and carrying a mixed travel load.
30L with dividers for a daily camera-and-laptop load
The Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L v2 - Coyote costs $299.95. It is the direct choice here for a daily load organized around camera equipment and a laptop. Customizable FlexFold dividers let the interior change with the kit, rather than leaving everything in one large compartment. Dedicated laptop and tablet sleeves separate those devices from the main load; the laptop sleeve fits up to a 16-inch laptop.
Access is through a MagLatch top closure and zippered openings on both sides. That gives different routes to equipment depending on where it sits among the dividers. For a camera used repeatedly during the day, arranging the working kit near a side opening can reduce how much of the bag needs opening each time.
The exterior measures 20.9 x 13 x 8.7 inches, and the bag weighs 4.41 lb. Include that weight when adding up the full kit. Tuck-away external straps accommodate items such as a tripod or jacket. Peak Design specifies weatherproof 400D recycled nylon canvas, but the bag is not waterproof or watertight. A weather-resistant shell is not permission to submerge camera equipment.
35L to 45L for trips with changing packing needs
The Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Sage is also $299.95, but its main advantage is adjustable travel volume. Peak Design describes it as collapsing to a 35L day bag and expanding to 45L. Choose it over the Everyday Backpack when changing trip loads matter more than a daily layout centered on FlexFold dividers.
Top, front, rear and side access provide several ways into the bag. Dual zippered side hatches and back-panel loading are particularly relevant when arranging a camera kit around other belongings. A zippered mesh sleeve divides the main cavity. Expandable side pockets and external compression straps provide additional ways to manage the load without treating every trip as a full-capacity packing exercise.
Standard dimensions are 22 x 13 x 9.5 inches, and weight is 4.5 lb. Check the airline's allowance before treating any carry-on designation as sufficient. Tuck-away shoulder straps and a hip belt keep the harness out of the way when needed, while grab handles offer alternatives to wearing it. Peak Design lists a 400D weatherproof nylon canvas shell and a DWR-impregnated, PU-coated interior. The soft-lined zippered stash pocket gives smaller belongings a separate place.
40L in Black for modular camera-and-clothing packing
The Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Black costs $399.95. It suits travel that puts camera equipment and clothing in the same backpack, with room allocated according to the trip. The three 40L finishes share this price and capacity class; they are not separate size tiers.
The Black bag's interior is configurable when used with compatible modular inserts and packing accessories. That makes the organization decision part of the purchase decision: think about which equipment needs a camera insert and which belongings can go into ordinary packing compartments. Peak Design specifies compatibility with mirrorless and DSLR kits, along with laptops and tablets. The emphasis is mixed travel packing rather than a permanently camera-only interior.
A weather-resistant synthetic exterior and zipper closure surround that layout. The bag is neither waterproof nor watertight. Padded shoulder straps handle carrying duties, and there are no wheels. Peak Design describes the design as carry-on-friendly. For airport travel, consider the weight of the complete packed load, not just whether everything will fit inside the available space.
40L in Sage with luggage pass-through and stowable straps
The Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Sage is $399.95. It is worth considering for travel that combines a backpack with rolling luggage: its luggage pass-through provides a way to carry the pack on the suitcase, rather than keeping it on the shoulders throughout the airport.
Padded shoulder straps have a stowable design. Rear, side and top access give several routes into the interior, which matters when clothing occupies one area and frequently needed equipment occupies another. Arrange those items around the opening used most often. The adjustable modular interior works with compatible packing accessories and optional camera inserts, so the layout can follow the trip rather than one fixed camera kit.
Peak Design specifies a weather-resistant recycled nylon canvas exterior, with a zipper closure. Like the Black 40L, it is not waterproof or watertight. The Sage version combines that travel-oriented organization with a different finish at the same price. Its stowable straps and luggage pass-through are useful details to weigh if the backpack will regularly share a journey with a suitcase.
40L in Stone with wide rear access and a sternum strap
The Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Stone costs $399.95 and has a Stone Gray finish. It suits mixed travel loads where access to the main interior matters: the design includes wide rear access, plus front and side openings. Dedicated compartments organize clothing and tech alongside other travel belongings.
The harness includes padded shoulder straps and a sternum strap, with a tuck-away design for handling the bag during travel. A sternum strap connects the shoulder straps across the chest and helps keep them positioned while walking. Multiple grab handles provide alternatives for lifting the pack, and external attachment points give options for carrying items outside the main compartment.
The interior supports adjustable modular organization and compatible camera inserts. Its weather-resistant fabric is not waterproof or watertight. Choose Stone for this finish within the 40L group, not for an assumed increase in storage over Black or Sage. As with the other modular travel options, decide how the camera equipment will be separated from clothing before filling the bag.
How to choose by daily load and travel routine
Start with what shares the bag with the camera. A laptop-led commute calls for a different interior than a trip built around clothing and removable camera inserts.
- Camera gear and a laptop every day: Start with the Everyday Backpack 30L v2 Coyote at $299.95. FlexFold dividers and a sleeve for up to a 16-inch laptop address those needs directly.
- Different packing volumes from trip to trip: Choose the Travel Backpack 45L Sage at $299.95. Its stated 35L collapsed and 45L expanded configurations provide a clear capacity range.
- Clothing and equipment in a modular travel layout: Consider the Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Black at $399.95. Plan the camera portion around compatible inserts and the remaining space around travel belongings.
- A backpack traveling alongside a suitcase: Consider the 2-in-1 40L Sage at $399.95. Its luggage pass-through and stowable shoulder straps address that carrying routine.
- Stone Gray finish with broad packing access: Choose the 2-in-1 40L Stone at $399.95. Wide rear access and front and side openings support organizing a mixed load, while the sternum strap helps position the shoulder straps.
All five backpacks are in stock at Unique Photo.
Prices at Unique Photo
- Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Black: $399.95
- Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Sage: $399.95
- Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L Stone: $399.95
- Peak Design Travel Tripod - Aluminum: $399.95
- Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Sage: $299.95
- Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L v2 - Coyote: $299.95
Prices as of November 3, 2026. Browse more: Backpacks & Daypacks, Peak Design at Unique Photo.
Frequently asked questions
Which Peak Design camera bags cost $299.95?
The Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L v2 - Coyote and Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Sage each cost $299.95. Both are in stock at Unique Photo.
Does the Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L v2 fit a 16-inch laptop?
Yes. Its dedicated laptop sleeve fits up to a 16-inch laptop, and it also has a tablet sleeve.
How much does the Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Sage weigh?
It weighs 4.5 lb (2.05 kg). Its standard exterior dimensions are 22 x 13 x 9.5 inches.
Are the Peak Design Travel Backpack 2-in-1 40L bags waterproof?
No. The Black, Sage and Stone versions have weather-resistant exteriors, but they are not waterproof or watertight.