McKinnon Camera Pack 35L (Getting Started Guide)

My Go-To Camera Travel Pack

If you just picked up the Nomatic x Peter McKinnon Camera Pack 35L, then congrats... you're now the proud owner of one of the most beastly camera bags ever built. No matter if you're a photographer, filmmaker, or hybrid shooter who basically lives to bring their many cameras anywhere you go, this bag is your new best friend for travel, shoots, and everything in between.

Let’s get you set up to pack smarter, shoot faster, and travel lighter. Here’s a quick feature overview and getting started guide, plus some tips on how I personally pack the bag.

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McKinnon Camera Pack 35L

$419.99

Capture your adventures with the McKinnon Camera Pack 35L, the ultimate photography backpack for professionals and adventurers alike. This versatile camera backpack features customizable dividers for your gear, a separate compartment for up to four days of clothing and an expandable 7-liter capacity. Quick access design ensures your camera is always at hand, while the external laptop sleeve and easy access pockets keep essentials organized. With an RFID-safe pocket, hidden water bottle/tripod pockets and a full suspension system, the McKinnon Camera Pack 35L backpack seamlessly blends convenience and comfort for all your travel and photography needs.

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What’s in the Box?

Straight out of the box, you’ll find:

• The 35L Camera Pack – a water-resistant, weather-tough, and built for real-life-use backpack.
• 4 Medium + 5 Small Folding Dividers – endlessly reconfigurable for your specific gear.
• A Removable Waist Strap – clutch for long hauls or airport sprints.

Now, right away you might notice there’s no rain fly, but honestly, you probably won’t need one because the materials are weather-resistant and tough as nails. If you really wanted, I’m sure you could grab a cheap dimension-equivalent alternative from Amazon.

The Layout

The McKinnon Camera Pack 35L is designed for total flexibility. Inside, the main camera compartment is fully customizable using the included folding dividers, so you can create the exact layout you need for your camera body, lenses, drone, mic, and accessories.

It opens clamshell-style from the back for full access and includes a side-access door for quickly grabbing your camera mid-shoot. A separate clothing compartment holds up to four days of clothes, keeping your gear and wardrobe organized and apart.

If you need even more room, the bag expands from 35 to 42 liters with a single zip. There's also a dedicated laptop sleeve that fits up to a 16-inch MacBook Pro and an internal tablet sleeve for on-the-fly editing.

Hidden pockets on the sides carry a tripod or water bottle, while an RFID-safe pocket keeps essentials like your passport and wallet secure. The suspension system includes an aluminum frame, load-lifter straps, and a molded back panel that helps distribute weight and stay comfortable, even with a full load.

Every detail is made to support photographers, filmmakers, and creators and man… you can feel it.

How to Pack It Like a Pro

The McKinnon 35L is great for super long travel hauls or shoot days where you need gear and clothes in one bag.

In the main compartment, use the folding dividers to organize your camera body, a few lenses, filters, a mic, and a drone. Everything fits snug and stays protected.

Up top, the clothing section handles three days’ worth of clothes, a jacket, and toiletries. The laptop sleeve holds a 16-inch MacBook Pro and an iPad, ideal for editing on the go.

Use the side pocket for either a compact tripod or a water bottle, depending on the day. Keep your passport, wallet, and an AirTag tucked into the RFID-safe pocket for peace of mind while traveling.

This layout keeps everything streamlined and carry-on ready, without sacrificing what you need to shoot and move efficiently.

My Travel Tips

After plenty of miles with this bag, a few tricks make a big difference. Use the waist straps when the bag’s fully packed to ease the load on your shoulders. The side-access door is great for fast lens swaps or grabbing your camera without opening the whole pack.

If you’re traveling light, remove the camera cube and use the bag as a durable daypack. Keep the expansion zipped until you actually need more space to maintain a sleek profile and better weight balance.

Small tweaks like these help the McKinnon pack work even harder on the road.

Final Thoughts

The McKinnon 35L Camera Pack is one of the smartest bags we’ve ever tested. Durable, comfortable, and seriously thoughtful in every detail, it’s made to keep up with real creators on the move.

Whether you're heading out for a weekend shoot or hopping a plane to your next gig, this pack's got your back (literally).

👉 If you’ve got any questions or concerns, just give the Gear Guides a ping at hello@shopmoment.com.