Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack - Expandable, Travel-Friendly for Photographers

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Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack - Maximum Versatility for Photographers on the Move

The Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack is designed for photographers who need ultimate flexibility, durability, and ample storage for extended adventures. Expanding from a sleek 35L to a spacious 60L, this backpack provides unmatched capacity, adapting effortlessly to both compact setups and full pro kits. Ideal for travel, the Adventure Pack fits under airplane seats while still carrying essential equipment for long treks in rugged landscapes.

Key Features and Benefits

Expandable Storage (35-60L)

With its unique expanding design, the Atlas Adventure Pack offers room for camera gear, lenses, accessories, and more. Whether you’re heading out for a day shoot or a week-long expedition, this pack adjusts to your needs.

Origami Camera Core™

At the heart of the pack is the patented Origami Camera Core™, a sewn-in, modular system that securely cradles your gear, allowing quick access without noisy zippers or inserts. Change the layout with a simple push and pull to adapt the space to your kit.

Built for Comfort

Equipped with a load-bearing frame, adjustable torso sizing, and a hiking-grade hip belt, this backpack distributes weight efficiently, reducing strain on your shoulders and back. Perfect for all-day wear, even with heavier equipment.

Rugged & Weather-Resistant Materials

Built to withstand extreme environments, the Adventure Pack is crafted from durable, weather-resistant materials that keep your gear safe from dust, moisture, and impact.

Perfect for Adventure & Travel Photography

Whether exploring remote trails, capturing landscapes, or navigating urban environments, the Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack meets the demands of modern photographers. This backpack seamlessly combines functionality with a sleek, adaptable design—making it a reliable partner for your next photography journey.

 

SPEC MEASUREMENT
Height 23in / 58.5cm
Height (no frame) 20in / 51cm
Width 11.25in / 28cm
Depth 9in / 23cm
Laptop Fits up to 17" laptops
Min Liters 35 liters (fully compressed)
Max Liters 60 liters (fully expanded)
Weight 5.95lbs (no dividers / hip belt)
Warranty Lifetime
Theft Coverage 1 year (USA only)

 

 

FEATURE MEASUREMENT
Origami No Folds [STEP 1] 19in / 48.5cm height
Origami Top Down [STEP 2] 12.5in / 32cm height
Origami Both Down - [STEP 3] 6.25in / 16.5cm height
Depth 6-7in+ / 15.5-17cm+
*deeper after the first fold
Width 9in / 23cm
2nd Fold *shallower towards bottom
Width 9in / 23cm
CHOOSE YOUR BELT SIZE
BASED ON PANT SIZE
PADDING TO HIPS
SMALL / MEDIUM
ATHLETE BELTS
30 - 33IN
76 - 84CM
26IN | 66CM
MEDIUM / LARGE
ATHLETE  BELTS
33 - 38IN
84 - 96CM
31IN | 79CM
LARGE / X-LARGE
ATHLETE  BELTS
36 - 42IN
92 - 106CM
33IN | 86CM
SMALL MEDIUM
ADVENTURE HIP BELTS + TRAVEL
28 - 33IN
71 - 84CM
27IN | 68CM
MEDIUM / LARGE
ADVENTURE HIP BELTS + TRAVEL
34 - 38IN
86 - 97CM
30IN | 76CM
LARGE / X-LARGE
ADVENTURE HIP BELTS + TRAVEL
36 - 44IN
91-117CM
33IN | 84CM
X-LARGE / XX-LARGE
ADVENTURE HIP BELTS
42 - 52IN
106-132CM
36IN | 92CM
Atlas Packs are sized based on torso length. Choose the size that best fits your height/weight. Do not select a size based on liters. See the size chart here with additional details below.

1. Cut a piece of string 18"/45.5cm
2. Hold the top to your C7 vertebrae and drop the bottom end.
3. Now feel all the way down to where string ends. It will fall either above or below your Iliac Center (essentially your love handles and where you rest your hands when you are putting your hands on your hips).

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PS: If the string goes past your love handles, that means your torso is
shorter than 18" = medium size pack. If the string ends before your love handles, that means your torso longer than 18" = large size pack.

The price is the same no matter which pack you get. The current market price is $485.00 and includes:

What's in the box:

+ A pack of your choice
+ A custom fitted Hip Belt
+ A set of dividers inside
+ A raincover tethered
+ A frame installed

Atlas Packs are sized based on torso length. Choose the size that best fits your height/weight. Do not select a size based on liters. See the size chart here with additional details below.

1. Cut a piece of string 18"/45.5cm
2. Hold the top to your C7 vertebrae and drop the bottom end.
3. Now feel all the way down to where string ends. It will fall either above or below your Iliac Center (essentially your love handles and where you rest your hands when you are putting your hands on your hips).

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PS: If the string goes past your love handles, that means your torso is
shorter than 18" = medium size pack. If the string ends before your love handles, that means your torso longer than 18" = large size pack.

Your Atlas Packs includes a lifetime warranty.

See our full store policies >

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Choose pack colorway and size and add to cart. Then add your choice of either Adventure or Athlete style hip belt to cart.
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Atlas Adventure Hiking Grade Hip Belt
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ATLAS PACKS ADVENTURE PACK FAQs

Learn about and get answers to your questions

The Adventure Pack was the first pack we designed. It 2014 and we wanted to hit the ground with a pack designed exclusively for the "Professional Photography and Video market" that could properly load the weight of heavy gear and offer amazing workflow and access without inserts and ICUs.

From travel to trekking, the Atlas Adventure Pack is designed to make your journey easier, offering the perfect balance between compact storage and versatility.

Built for boundless exploration, the Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack adapts from a streamlined 35 liters to an expansive 60 liters, accommodating everything from day hikes to extended expeditions. Its durable, lightweight design ensures it’s rugged enough for any terrain yet travel-friendly, even fitting under airplane seats when compacted. The Double-Fold Origami Camera Core™ keeps gear securely organized and easily accessible, while optional Athlete or Adventure Hip Belts evenly distribute weight for all-day comfort. With a removable frame for added stability and compatibility with QD Add-Ons for extra storage, this pack is the ultimate choice for photographers who need reliability, space, and quick access wherever adventure calls.

The Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack provides 35-60L of expandable space, ideal for photographers on the move. With its compact, airline-friendly design and adaptability for long treks, it’s the perfect companion for travel and adventure.

The Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack is designed for photographers who need versatility and space for long trips and expeditions. With its expandable capacity from 35 to 60 liters, this backpack adapts to your gear needs, whether you’re packing for a quick day hike or an extended adventure. It features the innovative Double-Fold Origami Camera Core™ for customizable organization and easy access to your camera gear. For additional comfort and support on long treks, pair it with the Athlete or Adventure Hip Belts, designed to distribute weight evenly.


Built to withstand rugged outdoor conditions, this backpack is durable, lightweight, and travel-friendly. The removable frame provides added stability when carrying heavier loads, but can easily be detached for lighter trips. Compatible with QD Add-Ons for expandable storage options, the Adventure Camera Backpack is the ultimate solution for photographers on the go, ensuring your gear is secure and accessible at all times.

Have you checked to see if you have QD "quick detach"?

If you've recently purchased a plate for your camera body or replaced your factory lens foot, chances are good it has a QD "quick detach" grommet. QD is going to be just as popular as Arca.

If you have a plate or lens foot from Leofoto, Really Right Stuff, Kirk Photo, Smallrig, Pro Media Gear and more, it may have QD already built in. Check to see if you have a small sliver grommet without any screw threads.

Using the QD+MOLLE hip belt connector, you can quickly and securely carry camera gear connected to Atlas Packs hip belt.

STEP 1: ADD QD CONNECTORS

Atlas Click The QD Camera Clip for Hiking with Camera Gear
$45.00
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Magnetic Quick Release Fidlock Hip Belt Buckles
$25.00
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STEP 2: CHOOSE CAMERA PARTS

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Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack – Expandable, Travel-Ready Photography Gear Storage

  • Expandable from 35L to 60L for Maximum Camera Gear Storage

  • Compact and Travel-Friendly – Fits Under Airplane Seats

  • Organize Your Camera Gear with the Modular Camera Core™

Versatile and Durable Camera Backpack for Adventure Photographers – Expands from 35L to 60L

  • Built for Photographers: Rugged and Durable Construction

  • Comfortable Design with Padded Shoulder Straps and Back Panel

  • Removable Frame for Lightweight Flexibility on Shorter Trips

Expandable Photography Backpack for Long Adventures – Lightweight, Modular, and Travel-Friendly”

  • Double-Fold Origami Camera Core™ for Flexible Organization

  • Modular Dividers to Secure Any Camera Setup

  • Perfect for Adventure and Travel Photography

The Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack provides 35-60L of expandable space, ideal for photographers on the move. With its compact, airline-friendly design and adaptability for long treks, it’s the perfect companion for travel and adventure.

Packing the Adventure Pack: Camera & Camping Gear in One

Watch as the award-winning Atlas Adventure Pack comes to life in this stop-motion animation, demonstrating just how effortless it is to pack both camera gear and camping essentials. With a capacity of 35 liters and designed to be carry-on compliant, the Adventure Pack fits perfectly under an airplane seat while still offering ample space for all your gear.

Featuring separate sections for camera equipment and personal items, the double-fold Origami Camera Core™ ensures your gear stays organized, secure, and easily accessible. The non-camera section operates independently from the camera side, allowing it to expand or compress based on your load. Whether you’re packing a compact camera kit or preparing for an extended trek, the Adventure Pack adapts to your needs.

From travel to trekking, this pack makes every journey easier, delivering the perfect balance between compact storage and versatility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Atlas Adventure Camera Backpack - Expandable, Travel-Friendly for Photographers FAQs

The difference is in the design. Bags are designed to hang on shoulders. Backpacks are designed to hang on hips. This simple difference makes a huge difference and why Atlas Packs are so comfortable and easy to carry. 

There are so many problems with camera bags it's hard to know where to start. First, they come in fixed liter increments, who packs the exact amount every time! Next, they are floppy and lack structure and need to be filled with smaller bags or inserts just to stand up. All this extra adds weight and drives up costs and limits access to camera gear. And finding a camera bag that properly fits, good luck. Camera bags are sized based on liters, not torso length or waist size. That's because camera bags are designed to hang on your shoulders while packs are designed to hang on your hips.

The design for both Athlete and Adventure Packs is complete. There is no 'new' version of the pack coming next year.

Curved shoulder harness systems for women are recommend when hip belts are not adequate to support the load. When you have a properly sized pack and hip belt a straight shoulder harness works perfectly.

No. The ATLAS logo on the front of the pack has been updated from the original design. The updated logo is both smaller and the colorway is tonal. You can expect the logo to fade out in the shadows and be somewhat visible in direct light

We designed the Adventure Pack because camera bags are all giant boxes!  We wanted a thinner, more nimble design that holds weight close to the body and doesn’t impede movement in busy urban areas or while moving over terrain.

We also wanted a way to move space inside the pack without have to remove and insert anything and why we designed and developed our Origami Camera Core (TM). Camera bags are floppy and lack structure and have to be filled with smaller bags to secure camera gear. These systems add costs and weight and use a "pressure fit" design. Pressure fitting resulting in a fundamental compromise to a bags load carry why camera bags carry so much heavier than they actually weigh.

With the Adventure Pack, we've designed the worlds first and only true hybrid - and taken the best from the world of camera and the outdoors and combined them together. Countless awards and accolades. Battle tested world wide since 2018 by thousands of pros and armatures alike.

Removable overbuilt shoulder harness

+ Load lifter adjustable fit

+ Fireman style "Harrington" Side-Handle

+ Removable frame / stay

+ Numerous attachments points from MOLLE to axes and sleeping bags

+ Incredible weight distribution and support+ 10mm thick and curvy dividers

+ Removable proper hiking hip belt

+ Two-fold Origami Camera Core (TM)

+ Weatherproof 240 Double Rip Stop shell

+ Water bladder loops and tube routing (fits 3 liters bladders)

+ x2 stretch side pockets (fits 48oz nalgene)+ x2 hidden dump pouches (fits 48oz nalgene)

+ YKK Buckles and Zippers

ADVENTURE

ADVENTURE PACK | EXPANSION IN LITERS

ADVENTURE

30 LITERS + 30 LITERS = 30 LITERS

ADVENTURE

DEEP CORE CORE

ADVENTURE

DOUBLE FOLD ORIGAMI

ADVENTURE

ACCESS AND WORKFLOW

ADVENTURE

GRIPPED BODIES EASILY FIT

ADVENTURE

BIG GLASS

ATHLETE + ADVENTURE

AIR FLOW MESH BACKPANEL

ATHLETE + ADVENTURE

TRIPOD / WATER SIDE POCKETS

ATHLETE + ADVENTURE

SLEEPING BAG LOOPS