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Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black)

  • Price: $149.99
  • Mail In Rebate -$20.00 (see details)
    offer ends JUN 15 '13
  • Price after Rebate: $129.99
  • B&H # KADLB210B
  • Mfr# KT DL-B-210-B

Product Highlights

  • Fits D-SLR Camera 3-4 Lens Kit
  • Fits Small HDV Camcorder Kit
  • Holds Computer with Screen up to 15.4"
  • Ripstop Nylon and TST Rib Exterior
  • Aeriform EVA and EPE Foam Interior
  • Carry Handle
  • Backpack Harness

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The Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black) is a stylish, functional lightweight, protective backpack which is designed to carry camera gear and everyday personal effects, and can easily convert into a simple and useful daypack when not using or carrying a camera. The pack is made from lightweight, durable Ripstop nylon and polyester mesh exterior with TST rib structure that provides protective zones for the camera where it will most likely be impacted by shock, vibration plus Aeriform foam that is made of perforated super light laminated and reinforced EVA and EPE foams. The Yelloop interior is a bright yellow material for viewing the contents with ease and attaching any optional Modi-Vers dividers.

The D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack is designed with a double compartment concept; the lower compartment has a special padded camera insert and Aeriform dividers to fit a D-SLR with standard lens attached, 2-3 lenses (up to a 70-200 f/2.8 not attached), flash and accessories. In the upper compartment there is plenty of space for personal effects. When needed the camera insert can be removed and the zippered partition between the two compartments opened to create one large storage space. A rear laptop slot will hold most laptop computers with a screen up to 15.4". A variety of external pockets will store accessories and personal gear that need rapid access such as, wallet, phone, water bottle etc. The pack has tripod connecting straps that can be attached to the side of the backpack and a detachable rain cover for protection in rough weather conditions.

The D-Light Bumblebee harness system has a 3D soft molded foam back for comfort and ventilation, an Aeriform foam padded harness which is uniquely shaped to provide comfort and non-slip grip, an adjustable sternum strap and a stabilizing waist strap. There are 2 specially designed connection loops for the Reflex E camera strap that is used to carry the D-SLR camera comfortably and take the camera load off the neck. The EPH (Ergonomic Photo System) is designed with connection tabs to enable interconnections with other Kata products. There is an Insertrolley connection that is used to place the pack over a rolling bag handle, when this is in use the harness simply tucks out of the way.

Construction
  • Light, durable and anti-rip nylon exterior
  • TST (Thermo Shield Technology) rib structure provides protective zones for the camera where it will most likely be impacted by shock, vibration
  • Polyester mesh fabric
  • Aeriform interior dividers are made of perforated super light laminated and reinforced EVA and EPE foams
  • Yelloop is a bright yellow material, so that the contents can be viewed with ease and can be used to attach Modi-Vers dividers
  • Spider Webbing Straps are thin and narrow nylon and polypropylene straps, that are super strong and durable
  • Reduced Duraflex surface buckles for extra light functionality
  • Zipper closure
Compartments
  • Lower compartment there is room for a compartment there is a special padded camera insert and Aeriform dividers to fit a D-SLR with standard lens attached, 2-3 lenses (up to a 70-200 f/2.8 not attached), flash and accessories, while in the upper compartment there is plenty of space for personal effects. When needed the camera insert can be removed and the zippered partition between the two compartments opened to create one large storage space
  • Upper compartment has plenty of space for personal effects
  • Rear laptop slot will hold most laptop computers with a screen up to 15.4"
Tripod connecting straps can be attached to the side of the backpack
Detachable rain cover used for protection in rough weather conditions
Variety of external pockets will store accessories and personal gear that need rapid access such as, wallet, phone, water bottle etc
Carrying options
  • Carry handle
  • 3D soft molded foam back for comfort and ventilation
  • Aeriform foam padded harness which is uniquely shaped to provide comfort and non-slip grip
  • Adjustable sternum strap
  • Stabilizing waist strap
  • Two specially designed connection loops for the Reflex E camera strap that is used to carry the D-SLR camera comfortably and take the camera load off the neck
  • (EPH) Ergonomic Photo System is designed with connection tabs to enable interconnections with other Kata products
Material Exterior: Ripstop nylon and polyester mesh
Exterior: TST rib structure
Interior: Aeriform EVA and EPE foam
Interior: Yelloop lining
Type of Closure Zipper
Exterior Dimensions 13 x 9.4 x 17.3" (33 x 24 x 44cm) (LxWxH)
Interior Dimensions 12.6 x 7.1 x 8.3" (32 x 18 x 21cm) (LxWxH)
Computer area: 12.6 x 1.6 x 16.1" (32 x 4.0 x 41cm) (LxWxH)
Tripod Holder Yes
Waist Belt Yes
Accommodates D-SLR camera body with standard lens attached, 2-3 lenses (up to a 70-200 f/2.8 not attached, flash, accessories and personal gear
Laptop computer with a screen up to 15.4"
Carrying/Transport Options Carry handle
Backpack harness
Weight 3.2 lbs (1.45kg)
Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black)
  • 2 x Large Dividers
  • 3 x Small Dividers
  • Removable Padded Insert
  • Rain Cover
  • Camera fastening Strap
  • 2 x Tripod Strap
  • Bottom Pad for Laptop Compartment
  • 5-Year Warranty
  • REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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    KataD-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black)
     
    4.6

    (based on 41 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (26)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (13)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (2)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (0)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (0)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (35)
    • Roomy (24)
    • Strong construction (24)
    • Adjustable harness (20)
    • Easily accessible equipment (16)

    Cons

    • Hard to access equipment (8)
    • Too small (4)

    Best Uses

    • Transporting gear (25)
    • Protecting gear (20)
    • Storing gear (11)
    • Travel (9)
    • Computer (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (10), Semi-pro photographer (10), Casual photographer (5), Practical (4), Pro photographer (4)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (9)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (28)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    As advertised

    As the resident amateur at work, I do some very light photography when we can't afford a pro or when it's a relatively simple set of shots to get. But it's frequent enough that ...Read complete review

    As the resident amateur at work, I do some very light photography when we can't afford a pro or when it's a relatively simple set of shots to get. But it's frequent enough that I found myself hauling my messenger bag w/ laptop and my camera bag and my tripod pretty frequently. I also travel a few times a year and like to bring my camera.So this bag -- which is still fairly light even with my 7D, two lenses, battery charger, laptop, and laptop charger -- fits my needs perfectly. I can haul my gear to work in the same bag; I can take it on a plane easily; and I can cram plenty of extras in there with no problem.Having the camera on the bottom pouch means you have to take the bag off, lay it on its back, and then get it out, but that's a minor issue and not really what this is for.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Lots of stuff

    I like it, it has lots of space to put your stuff, but after a while the straps are uncomfortable. I would have liked it to have more small spaces within the compartments to...Read complete review

    I like it, it has lots of space to put your stuff, but after a while the straps are uncomfortable. I would have liked it to have more small spaces within the compartments to accomodate accesories.

    You can not access your equipment fast.

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    3.0

    Not for me

    By egro

    from Frisco TX

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

      Cons

      • Hard To Access Equipment
      • Too Small

      Best Uses

        Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

        Love Kata bags, but this one was too small for me. I also felt like the day pack was too big comparative to photo compartment. Wish it was other way around.
        I ended up returning it

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        • No

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        5.0

        Perfect for my needs

        By Bradley42

        from Dallas, Texas

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

              Very lightweight and comfortable. Easily accommodates my D600, 3 lenses, flash, tripod, and laptop. The extra compartment on top works well for misc non photo gear. Exactly what I was looking for.

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              4.0

              Excellent bag - good size / form factor

              By Mark W

              from New York, NY

              About Me Pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Adjustable Harness
              • Comfortable
              • Easily Accessible Equipment
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Storing Gear
                • Transporting Gear

                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                I bought this bag to be somewhere in between my National Geographic bag & my shoulder bag. It fits the job just about perfectly. It's comfortable & with the addition of a bungee tie, holds one compact light stand on the outside comfortably. The lower compartment opens to your gear with the usual velcro compartments, the upper compartments are more "open" for your other miscellaneous stuff.If I have one complaint it's that the lower compartments feel a bit "squished" at times & I think my newer (less durable) plastic lenses have some weight against them during travel & may eventually become damaged. I should probably either stuff it less full of gear or shuffle the lenses around so the cheap plastic ones aren't on the bottom.I would buy it again & would recommend it to a friend.

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                4.0

                Durable

                By kalinski

                from Portland, OR

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Adjustable Harness
                • Comfortable
                • Strong Construction

                Cons

                • Hard To Access Equipment
                • Too Small

                Best Uses

                • Protecting Gear
                • Transporting Gear

                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                A little tight for my 70-200, body with 17-50, grip and external flash but plenty of storage space. So far I've been very happy with this backpack.

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                5.0

                worderful pac

                By trev

                from Atlanta ga

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Adjustable Harness
                • Comfortable
                • Roomy
                • Strong Construction

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Protecting Gear
                  • Transporting Gear

                  Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                  Wonderful pack! Im able to pack my canon 7d, 3 prime lenses(20mm 28mm 50mm), cam filters, quickrelease, external hardrive, laptop, gaff tape, 2 wired lavs, notebook, tripod and all camera eaccesories with room to spare. the pack is built well and protects gear nicely. its a very sharp looking pack as well

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                  4.0

                  Too small

                  By Kriksis

                  from Detroit, MI

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                  • Too Small

                  Best Uses

                  • Transporting Gear

                  Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                  The bag looked great, well made. I ordered it so I can take with me my camera and some lenses and a laptop. To my surprise i could only fit my Nikon 70-200 in the bottom of the bag if the lens was horizontal and after that I didn't have enough room to put my full frame camera with attached normal lens. The top part of the bag is bigger then bottom and would nicely fit a lot of personal stuff. Unfortunately I had to return the bag because I couldn't even fit a camera body and 2 lenses. I didn't buy the bag with the intention to have all my gear in it but to have a nice backpack when I have to carry with me some equipment and extra clothes and some snacks. If you carry with you smaller lenses then this bag is great. I have couple other Kata bags and I love them.

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                  5.0

                  Good Product

                  By Eka

                  from Melbourne, Australia

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Adjustable Harness
                  • Comfortable
                  • Easily Accessible Equipment
                  • Roomy
                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Protecting Gear
                    • Storing Gear
                    • Transporting Gear

                    Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                    Good product, works well.

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                    • No

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                    5.0

                    No complaints

                    By Mambo

                    from New York, NY

                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Adjustable Harness
                    • Comfortable
                    • Easily Accessible Equipment
                    • Roomy

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Protecting Gear
                      • Transporting Gear

                      Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                      Bought it, took it out into the field the next day and it was very useful to have the space to take my laptop without the need for a second bag. It has a good number of compartments and the rain cover is a nice addition. Fits my D7000 plus three lens, cables and some other junk all in the camera compartment on the bottom.
                      Straps and back padding are comfortable and the pack fit just right.

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                      4.0

                      Perfect Backpack

                      By t88power

                      from San Juan, PR

                      About Me Casual Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Light
                      • Strong Construction

                      Cons

                      • Hard To Access Equipment

                      Best Uses

                      • Protecting Gear
                      • Transporting Gear

                      Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                      A little hard to access equipment, have to hold up lid... Otherwise, excellent bag!

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                      5.0

                      I love this Bag!

                      By MC3 Studios

                      from New York, NY

                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Adjustable Harness
                      • Comfortable
                      • Easily Accessible Equipment
                      • Rain Proof Cover
                      • Roomy
                      • Strong Construction

                      Cons

                      • Can Be Heavy When Full

                      Best Uses

                      • Protecting Gear
                      • Storing Gear
                      • Transporting Gear

                      Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                      I use this bag to carry 1 DSLR, 2 Lenses (50mm, 18-135), MicroPro Lite, Tascam DR-40 audio recorder, 3 Canon Batteries. Can be heavy when fully packed but still comfortable.

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                      3.0

                      Lots of stuff

                      By alets

                      from Mexico

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • It is light
                      • Roomy
                      • Strong Construction

                      Cons

                      • Hard To Access Equipment

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                        I like it, it has lots of space to put your stuff, but after a while the straps are uncomfortable. I would have liked it to have more small spaces within the compartments to accomodate accesories.

                        You can not access your equipment fast.

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                        5.0

                        Very good bag for the price

                        By Sunny from Montreal

                        from Montreal, Quebec

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Adjustable Harness
                        • Comfortable
                        • Inexpensive
                        • Roomy
                        • Strong Construction

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Transporting Gear

                          Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                          Wow very good bag for the price, very versatile. Padding can be remove to accommodate bigger equipment. Same as other kata bag that is 3 times the price.

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                          4.0

                          Great Quality!

                          By Valerie Beth

                          from Maryland

                          About Me Photography Student

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Adjustable Harness
                          • Comfortable
                          • Lightweight
                          • Strong Construction

                          Cons

                          • Hard To Access Equipment

                          Best Uses

                          • Protecting Gear
                          • Transporting Gear

                          Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                          Getting ready to embark on a 6-month journey for a photography project/school, I needed to find a backpack that could carry my Nikon D7000, my 3 lenses, and my macbook, and still have some extra room for clothing or a packed lunch. After researching, I finally decided on this bag. I like the quality of the bag, it feels super durable. The only reason I gave it 4 stars, is because of how it opens to get to my camera. You have to lay the bag down so your gear doesn't fall out. Other than that, I love the bag.

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                          4.0

                          Very comfortable backpack

                          By Deigo

                          from Cordoba, Argentina

                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Adjustable Harness
                          • Comfortable
                          • Easily Accessible Equipment
                          • Strong Construction

                          Cons

                          • Too Small

                          Best Uses

                          • Protecting Gear
                          • Storing Gear
                          • Transporting Gear

                          Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                          It's a very good bag because besides the camera, lenses and other accasorios lets you carry a notebook, in a very comfortable.

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                          5.0

                          Top Notch Backpack!

                          By WoodMan

                          from Little Silver, NJ

                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Adjustable Harness
                          • Comfortable
                          • Roomy
                          • Strong Construction

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Protecting Gear
                            • Transporting Gear

                            Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                            There is no perfect backpack, but this one comes close. Easily handles my Canon 7D with 24-105 f/4L attached, 17-40 f/4L and two other lenses, plus a 580EXII flash and miscellaneous accessories. I don't usually travel with my 70-200 f/2.8L, but could reconfigure the bottom compartment to handle it or put it in the top compartment.

                            On a recent trip, carried a 15.4" laptop in the laptop slot; an iPad, Nook and variety of other stuff in the main upper compartment; and passport, travel papers, wallet, mobile phone and other items in the other compartments. Primarily because of the laptop, the pack was heavy, but comfortable. It was easy getting on and off the plane.

                            I like the ability to attach a tripod on the side of the pack.

                            Although I generally wear the backpack when walking with my luggage, the sleeve on the back (for the Kata Insertrolley) can be slipped over the handle to hold it in place while walking with the suitcase.

                            I am extremely happy with the backpack and highly recommend it.

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                            5.0

                            It does the Job and then Some

                            By mrbbgun

                            from NYC, NY

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Adjustable Harness
                            • Comfortable
                            • Easily Accessible Equipment
                            • Roomy
                            • Strong Construction

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Protecting Gear
                              • Storing Gear
                              • Transporting Gear

                              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                              It hold all my stuff when i travel. Cameria, Lenses, charger. All my personal stuff is held with no problem. best bag i got.

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                              5.0

                              Great!

                              By zap

                              from Russia

                              About Me Casual Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Comfortable
                              • Durable
                              • Good design
                              • Good price value
                              • Rain Cover
                              • Roomy
                              • Secure
                              • Strong Construction
                              • Well built quality

                              Cons

                              • Hard To Access Equipment

                              Best Uses

                              • Day trip
                              • Protecting Gear
                              • Transporting Gear
                              • Travel

                              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                              The backpack is great for traveling! It accommodates my Canon 40D camera, 3 lenses (of course not like 70-200/2.8) and a flash, plenty of small camera gear (like filters, lenspens, caps and so on) plus 13' laptop and 2 sweaters in case you get cold. It is not so awfully big as other Kata backpacks, and for me it is a plus.
                              It is quite ergonomic, so carrying your stuff for the whole day is not a big issue.

                              The only drawback for me is that your equipment is not so easily accessible as in more expensive models.

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                              5.0

                              Great Product! Love it

                              By curious mary

                              from Buenos Aires, Argentina

                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Adjustable Harness
                              • Comfortable
                              • Easily Accessible Equipment
                              • Roomy
                              • Strong Construction

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Storing Gear
                                • Transporting Gear

                                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                It`s what I was looking for, a lot of room to keep, and travel with my camara and accesories.

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                                5.0

                                Perfect for a student/light traveller

                                By Will

                                from Boston

                                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Adjustable Harness
                                • Comfortable
                                • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                • Roomy
                                • Strong Construction

                                Cons

                                • Heavy

                                Best Uses

                                • Protecting Gear
                                • Transporting Gear

                                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                I use this bag for school. When I am going to go shoot after classes I bring this bag and it fits all my gear, tripod, notebooks, and my laptop. It gets pretty heavy when fully packed but that is to be expected. But do not expect to fit big textbooks along with five notebooks. I usually bring a couple folders which fit in the laptop slot and two/three notebooks in the upper compartment.

                                It's also great how the camera compartment can be removed to give me more space when I don't need my camera. The rain covering that the bag comes with is very handy. I've used it many times and it keeps everything very dry.

                                The removable compartment is great but it is a pain to put back into the bag. But that's only a small annoyance.

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                                4.0

                                Provided it's worth in Alaska backcountr

                                By RB

                                from Little Rock, Arkansas

                                About Me Pro Photographer

                                Verified Reviewer

                                Pros

                                • Adjustable Harness
                                • Comfortable
                                • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                • Roomy
                                • Strong Construction

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Protecting Gear
                                  • Transporting Gear

                                  Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                  I took this backpack on a wilderness fly fishing trip into the Alaska backcountry near southwest corner of Denali N.P. I carried a small HD video camera, a GoPro HD waterproof camera, and a small digital still camera. Also in the pack, extra GoPro mounts, extra rain gear for me, bug juice, water bottle and carried a tripod on the exterior strap. The pack was heavy but rode well. I never felt off-balance crossing some strong current streams. The included rain cover was priceless. We had Alaskan drizzle for several days running and it kept the gear dry. I used the same pack on a domestic news gathering trip during Hurricane Irene and felt it carried enough stuff. The internal dividers are a blessing for sensitive gear, and a little annoying when you are just trying to use it as a backpack, but most are removable. Workmanship was excellent. In a month it's had a lot of abuse and doesn't show it.

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                                  by PowerReviews
                                  KataD-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black)
                                   
                                  4.6

                                  (based on 41 reviews)

                                  Ratings Distribution

                                  • 5 Stars

                                     

                                    (26)

                                  • 4 Stars

                                     

                                    (13)

                                  • 3 Stars

                                     

                                    (2)

                                  • 2 Stars

                                     

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                                  • 1 Stars

                                     

                                    (0)

                                  100%

                                  of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

                                  Pros

                                  • Comfortable (35)
                                  • Roomy (24)
                                  • Strong construction (24)
                                  • Adjustable harness (20)
                                  • Easily accessible equipment (16)

                                  Cons

                                  • Hard to access equipment (8)
                                  • Too small (4)

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Transporting gear (25)
                                  • Protecting gear (20)
                                  • Storing gear (11)
                                  • Travel (9)
                                  • Computer (4)
                                    • Reviewer Profile:
                                    • Photo enthusiast (10), Semi-pro photographer (10), Casual photographer (5), Practical (4), Pro photographer (4)
                                    • Primary use:
                                    • Personal (9)
                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                    • No (28)

                                  Most Liked Positive Review

                                   

                                  As advertised

                                  As the resident amateur at work, I do some very light photography when we can't afford a pro or when it's a relatively simple set of shots to get. But it's frequent enough that ...Read complete review

                                  As the resident amateur at work, I do some very light photography when we can't afford a pro or when it's a relatively simple set of shots to get. But it's frequent enough that I found myself hauling my messenger bag w/ laptop and my camera bag and my tripod pretty frequently. I also travel a few times a year and like to bring my camera.So this bag -- which is still fairly light even with my 7D, two lenses, battery charger, laptop, and laptop charger -- fits my needs perfectly. I can haul my gear to work in the same bag; I can take it on a plane easily; and I can cram plenty of extras in there with no problem.Having the camera on the bottom pouch means you have to take the bag off, lay it on its back, and then get it out, but that's a minor issue and not really what this is for.

                                  VS

                                  Most Liked Negative Review

                                   

                                  Lots of stuff

                                  I like it, it has lots of space to put your stuff, but after a while the straps are uncomfortable. I would have liked it to have more small spaces within the compartments to...Read complete review

                                  I like it, it has lots of space to put your stuff, but after a while the straps are uncomfortable. I would have liked it to have more small spaces within the compartments to accomodate accesories.

                                  You can not access your equipment fast.

                                  Reviewed by 41 customers

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                                  3.0

                                  Not for me

                                  By egro

                                  from Frisco TX

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                                  Pros

                                    Cons

                                    • Hard To Access Equipment
                                    • Too Small

                                    Best Uses

                                      Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                      Love Kata bags, but this one was too small for me. I also felt like the day pack was too big comparative to photo compartment. Wish it was other way around.
                                      I ended up returning it

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                                      5.0

                                      Perfect for my needs

                                      By Bradley42

                                      from Dallas, Texas

                                      About Me Casual Photographer

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                                      Pros

                                        Cons

                                          Best Uses

                                            Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                            Very lightweight and comfortable. Easily accommodates my D600, 3 lenses, flash, tripod, and laptop. The extra compartment on top works well for misc non photo gear. Exactly what I was looking for.

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                                            4.0

                                            Excellent bag - good size / form factor

                                            By Mark W

                                            from New York, NY

                                            About Me Pro Photographer

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                                            Pros

                                            • Adjustable Harness
                                            • Comfortable
                                            • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                            • Strong Construction

                                            Cons

                                              Best Uses

                                              • Storing Gear
                                              • Transporting Gear

                                              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                              I bought this bag to be somewhere in between my National Geographic bag & my shoulder bag. It fits the job just about perfectly. It's comfortable & with the addition of a bungee tie, holds one compact light stand on the outside comfortably. The lower compartment opens to your gear with the usual velcro compartments, the upper compartments are more "open" for your other miscellaneous stuff.If I have one complaint it's that the lower compartments feel a bit "squished" at times & I think my newer (less durable) plastic lenses have some weight against them during travel & may eventually become damaged. I should probably either stuff it less full of gear or shuffle the lenses around so the cheap plastic ones aren't on the bottom.I would buy it again & would recommend it to a friend.

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                                              4.0

                                              Durable

                                              By kalinski

                                              from Portland, OR

                                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

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                                              Pros

                                              • Adjustable Harness
                                              • Comfortable
                                              • Strong Construction

                                              Cons

                                              • Hard To Access Equipment
                                              • Too Small

                                              Best Uses

                                              • Protecting Gear
                                              • Transporting Gear

                                              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                              A little tight for my 70-200, body with 17-50, grip and external flash but plenty of storage space. So far I've been very happy with this backpack.

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                                              5.0

                                              worderful pac

                                              By trev

                                              from Atlanta ga

                                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                              Verified Buyer

                                              Pros

                                              • Adjustable Harness
                                              • Comfortable
                                              • Roomy
                                              • Strong Construction

                                              Cons

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Protecting Gear
                                                • Transporting Gear

                                                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                Wonderful pack! Im able to pack my canon 7d, 3 prime lenses(20mm 28mm 50mm), cam filters, quickrelease, external hardrive, laptop, gaff tape, 2 wired lavs, notebook, tripod and all camera eaccesories with room to spare. the pack is built well and protects gear nicely. its a very sharp looking pack as well

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                                                4.0

                                                Too small

                                                By Kriksis

                                                from Detroit, MI

                                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Strong Construction

                                                Cons

                                                • Too Small

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Transporting Gear

                                                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                The bag looked great, well made. I ordered it so I can take with me my camera and some lenses and a laptop. To my surprise i could only fit my Nikon 70-200 in the bottom of the bag if the lens was horizontal and after that I didn't have enough room to put my full frame camera with attached normal lens. The top part of the bag is bigger then bottom and would nicely fit a lot of personal stuff. Unfortunately I had to return the bag because I couldn't even fit a camera body and 2 lenses. I didn't buy the bag with the intention to have all my gear in it but to have a nice backpack when I have to carry with me some equipment and extra clothes and some snacks. If you carry with you smaller lenses then this bag is great. I have couple other Kata bags and I love them.

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                                                5.0

                                                Good Product

                                                By Eka

                                                from Melbourne, Australia

                                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

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                                                Pros

                                                • Adjustable Harness
                                                • Comfortable
                                                • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                • Roomy
                                                • Strong Construction

                                                Cons

                                                  Best Uses

                                                  • Protecting Gear
                                                  • Storing Gear
                                                  • Transporting Gear

                                                  Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                  Good product, works well.

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                                                  5.0

                                                  No complaints

                                                  By Mambo

                                                  from New York, NY

                                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                  Pros

                                                  • Adjustable Harness
                                                  • Comfortable
                                                  • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                  • Roomy

                                                  Cons

                                                    Best Uses

                                                    • Protecting Gear
                                                    • Transporting Gear

                                                    Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                    Bought it, took it out into the field the next day and it was very useful to have the space to take my laptop without the need for a second bag. It has a good number of compartments and the rain cover is a nice addition. Fits my D7000 plus three lens, cables and some other junk all in the camera compartment on the bottom.
                                                    Straps and back padding are comfortable and the pack fit just right.

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                                                    4.0

                                                    Perfect Backpack

                                                    By t88power

                                                    from San Juan, PR

                                                    About Me Casual Photographer

                                                    Verified Buyer

                                                    Pros

                                                    • Comfortable
                                                    • Light
                                                    • Strong Construction

                                                    Cons

                                                    • Hard To Access Equipment

                                                    Best Uses

                                                    • Protecting Gear
                                                    • Transporting Gear

                                                    Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                    A little hard to access equipment, have to hold up lid... Otherwise, excellent bag!

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                                                    5.0

                                                    I love this Bag!

                                                    By MC3 Studios

                                                    from New York, NY

                                                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                    Verified Buyer

                                                    Pros

                                                    • Adjustable Harness
                                                    • Comfortable
                                                    • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                    • Rain Proof Cover
                                                    • Roomy
                                                    • Strong Construction

                                                    Cons

                                                    • Can Be Heavy When Full

                                                    Best Uses

                                                    • Protecting Gear
                                                    • Storing Gear
                                                    • Transporting Gear

                                                    Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                    I use this bag to carry 1 DSLR, 2 Lenses (50mm, 18-135), MicroPro Lite, Tascam DR-40 audio recorder, 3 Canon Batteries. Can be heavy when fully packed but still comfortable.

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                                                    3.0

                                                    Lots of stuff

                                                    By alets

                                                    from Mexico

                                                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

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                                                    Pros

                                                    • It is light
                                                    • Roomy
                                                    • Strong Construction

                                                    Cons

                                                    • Hard To Access Equipment

                                                    Best Uses

                                                      Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                      I like it, it has lots of space to put your stuff, but after a while the straps are uncomfortable. I would have liked it to have more small spaces within the compartments to accomodate accesories.

                                                      You can not access your equipment fast.

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                                                      5.0

                                                      Very good bag for the price

                                                      By Sunny from Montreal

                                                      from Montreal, Quebec

                                                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                      Verified Buyer

                                                      Pros

                                                      • Adjustable Harness
                                                      • Comfortable
                                                      • Inexpensive
                                                      • Roomy
                                                      • Strong Construction

                                                      Cons

                                                        Best Uses

                                                        • Transporting Gear

                                                        Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                        Wow very good bag for the price, very versatile. Padding can be remove to accommodate bigger equipment. Same as other kata bag that is 3 times the price.

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                                                        4.0

                                                        Great Quality!

                                                        By Valerie Beth

                                                        from Maryland

                                                        About Me Photography Student

                                                        Verified Buyer

                                                        Pros

                                                        • Adjustable Harness
                                                        • Comfortable
                                                        • Lightweight
                                                        • Strong Construction

                                                        Cons

                                                        • Hard To Access Equipment

                                                        Best Uses

                                                        • Protecting Gear
                                                        • Transporting Gear

                                                        Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                        Getting ready to embark on a 6-month journey for a photography project/school, I needed to find a backpack that could carry my Nikon D7000, my 3 lenses, and my macbook, and still have some extra room for clothing or a packed lunch. After researching, I finally decided on this bag. I like the quality of the bag, it feels super durable. The only reason I gave it 4 stars, is because of how it opens to get to my camera. You have to lay the bag down so your gear doesn't fall out. Other than that, I love the bag.

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                                                        4.0

                                                        Very comfortable backpack

                                                        By Deigo

                                                        from Cordoba, Argentina

                                                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                        Verified Buyer

                                                        Pros

                                                        • Adjustable Harness
                                                        • Comfortable
                                                        • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                        • Strong Construction

                                                        Cons

                                                        • Too Small

                                                        Best Uses

                                                        • Protecting Gear
                                                        • Storing Gear
                                                        • Transporting Gear

                                                        Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                        It's a very good bag because besides the camera, lenses and other accasorios lets you carry a notebook, in a very comfortable.

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                                                        5.0

                                                        Top Notch Backpack!

                                                        By WoodMan

                                                        from Little Silver, NJ

                                                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                        Verified Buyer

                                                        Pros

                                                        • Adjustable Harness
                                                        • Comfortable
                                                        • Roomy
                                                        • Strong Construction

                                                        Cons

                                                          Best Uses

                                                          • Protecting Gear
                                                          • Transporting Gear

                                                          Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                          There is no perfect backpack, but this one comes close. Easily handles my Canon 7D with 24-105 f/4L attached, 17-40 f/4L and two other lenses, plus a 580EXII flash and miscellaneous accessories. I don't usually travel with my 70-200 f/2.8L, but could reconfigure the bottom compartment to handle it or put it in the top compartment.

                                                          On a recent trip, carried a 15.4" laptop in the laptop slot; an iPad, Nook and variety of other stuff in the main upper compartment; and passport, travel papers, wallet, mobile phone and other items in the other compartments. Primarily because of the laptop, the pack was heavy, but comfortable. It was easy getting on and off the plane.

                                                          I like the ability to attach a tripod on the side of the pack.

                                                          Although I generally wear the backpack when walking with my luggage, the sleeve on the back (for the Kata Insertrolley) can be slipped over the handle to hold it in place while walking with the suitcase.

                                                          I am extremely happy with the backpack and highly recommend it.

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                                                          5.0

                                                          It does the Job and then Some

                                                          By mrbbgun

                                                          from NYC, NY

                                                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

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                                                          Pros

                                                          • Adjustable Harness
                                                          • Comfortable
                                                          • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                          • Roomy
                                                          • Strong Construction

                                                          Cons

                                                            Best Uses

                                                            • Protecting Gear
                                                            • Storing Gear
                                                            • Transporting Gear

                                                            Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                            It hold all my stuff when i travel. Cameria, Lenses, charger. All my personal stuff is held with no problem. best bag i got.

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                                                            5.0

                                                            Great!

                                                            By zap

                                                            from Russia

                                                            About Me Casual Photographer

                                                            Verified Buyer

                                                            Pros

                                                            • Comfortable
                                                            • Durable
                                                            • Good design
                                                            • Good price value
                                                            • Rain Cover
                                                            • Roomy
                                                            • Secure
                                                            • Strong Construction
                                                            • Well built quality

                                                            Cons

                                                            • Hard To Access Equipment

                                                            Best Uses

                                                            • Day trip
                                                            • Protecting Gear
                                                            • Transporting Gear
                                                            • Travel

                                                            Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                            The backpack is great for traveling! It accommodates my Canon 40D camera, 3 lenses (of course not like 70-200/2.8) and a flash, plenty of small camera gear (like filters, lenspens, caps and so on) plus 13' laptop and 2 sweaters in case you get cold. It is not so awfully big as other Kata backpacks, and for me it is a plus.
                                                            It is quite ergonomic, so carrying your stuff for the whole day is not a big issue.

                                                            The only drawback for me is that your equipment is not so easily accessible as in more expensive models.

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                                                            5.0

                                                            Great Product! Love it

                                                            By curious mary

                                                            from Buenos Aires, Argentina

                                                            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                            Verified Buyer

                                                            Pros

                                                            • Adjustable Harness
                                                            • Comfortable
                                                            • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                            • Roomy
                                                            • Strong Construction

                                                            Cons

                                                              Best Uses

                                                              • Storing Gear
                                                              • Transporting Gear

                                                              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                              It`s what I was looking for, a lot of room to keep, and travel with my camara and accesories.

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                                                              5.0

                                                              Perfect for a student/light traveller

                                                              By Will

                                                              from Boston

                                                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                                              Verified Buyer

                                                              Pros

                                                              • Adjustable Harness
                                                              • Comfortable
                                                              • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                              • Roomy
                                                              • Strong Construction

                                                              Cons

                                                              • Heavy

                                                              Best Uses

                                                              • Protecting Gear
                                                              • Transporting Gear

                                                              Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                              I use this bag for school. When I am going to go shoot after classes I bring this bag and it fits all my gear, tripod, notebooks, and my laptop. It gets pretty heavy when fully packed but that is to be expected. But do not expect to fit big textbooks along with five notebooks. I usually bring a couple folders which fit in the laptop slot and two/three notebooks in the upper compartment.

                                                              It's also great how the camera compartment can be removed to give me more space when I don't need my camera. The rain covering that the bag comes with is very handy. I've used it many times and it keeps everything very dry.

                                                              The removable compartment is great but it is a pain to put back into the bag. But that's only a small annoyance.

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                                                              4.0

                                                              Provided it's worth in Alaska backcountr

                                                              By RB

                                                              from Little Rock, Arkansas

                                                              About Me Pro Photographer

                                                              Verified Reviewer

                                                              Pros

                                                              • Adjustable Harness
                                                              • Comfortable
                                                              • Easily Accessible Equipment
                                                              • Roomy
                                                              • Strong Construction

                                                              Cons

                                                                Best Uses

                                                                • Protecting Gear
                                                                • Transporting Gear

                                                                Comments about Kata D-Light Bumblebee-210 Backpack (Black):

                                                                I took this backpack on a wilderness fly fishing trip into the Alaska backcountry near southwest corner of Denali N.P. I carried a small HD video camera, a GoPro HD waterproof camera, and a small digital still camera. Also in the pack, extra GoPro mounts, extra rain gear for me, bug juice, water bottle and carried a tripod on the exterior strap. The pack was heavy but rode well. I never felt off-balance crossing some strong current streams. The included rain cover was priceless. We had Alaskan drizzle for several days running and it kept the gear dry. I used the same pack on a domestic news gathering trip during Hurricane Irene and felt it carried enough stuff. The internal dividers are a blessing for sensitive gear, and a little annoying when you are just trying to use it as a backpack, but most are removable. Workmanship was excellent. In a month it's had a lot of abuse and doesn't show it.

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