Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black)
The black 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack from Tamrac is designed to carry a pro DSLR with a long telephoto lens attached, additional lenses, camera bodies, flashes and accessories. The pack is made from weatherproof 900 denier PolyTek with a thick, closed-cell foam lining. It has a top section that supports the camera and cinches tightly to the narrow portion of the lens where it attaches to the camera and a bottom section that includes 2 foam-padded, plastic-reinforced vertical dividers and one horizontal divider that can be adjusted vertically to fit varying length lenses and lens shade diameters.
There is a Carry-on Compression System that allows the pack to be made carry-on compatible for U.S. domestic flights. This requires the removal of the camera body from the long telephoto lens.
The Expedition 9x has dual "wing" pockets with water-resistant zippers that organize and provide quick access to important accessories without disturbing the other gear, a Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries from ones that have been used up and interior mesh pockets for small accessories. There is a QuickClip tripod attachment system that is centered between the wing pockets, while the lower, plastic-reinforced Tripod Foot Pocket holds two of the tripod legs securely. The pack uses M.A.S. (Modular Accessory System) attachment slots allows adding of optional accessories and the S.A.S. (Strap Accessory System) that has optional accessories. There are 4 SpiderTabs that provide additional attachment points for expedition equipment or extra clothing. It is carried by a top handle or a backpack harness with Dual-Density Comfort Pads that provides maximum carrying comfort while the Air Flow Channels help keep the harness cool and dry during extended use. The harness also has an adjustable waist belt, cinch straps on the shoulder harness, an expandable sternum strap for finer adjustments and "D" rings that accept the N-11 optional backpack camera strap.
- Construction
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- Weatherproof 900 denier PolyTek exterior - smooth, very tightly woven, extremely strong fabric
- Interior is lined with thick, closed-cell foam
- Multi-section divider system accommodates long telephoto lenses of different lengths and diameters
- Self-healing nylon coil zipper closure
- Carry-on Compression System allows the pack to be made carry-on compatible for U.S. domestic flights. This requires the removal of the camera body from the long telephoto lens 1
- Compartments
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- Top section supports the camera and cinches tightly to the narrow portion of the lens where it attaches to the camera
- Bottom section includes two foam-padded, plastic-reinforced vertical dividers and one horizontal divider that can be adjusted vertically to fit varying length lenses and lens shade diameters
- Pockets
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- Dual "wing" pockets with water-resistant zippers organize and provide quick access to important accessories without disturbing your other gear
- Memory & Battery Management System that uses red flags to identify available memory cards and batteries from ones that have been used up
- Interior mesh pockets for small accessories
- QuickClip tripod attachment system is centered between the wing pockets, while the lower, plastic-reinforced Tripod Foot Pocket holds two of the tripod legs secure
- M.A.S. (Modular Accessory System) attachment slots allow adding of optional accessories
- S.A.S. (Strap Accessory System) can add optional accessories
- Four SpiderTabs provide additional attachment points for expedition equipment or extra clothing
- Carrying options
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- Carry handle
- Dual-Density Comfort Pads on the harness provide maximum carrying comfort while Air Flow Channels help keep the harness cool and dry during extended use
- Adjustable waist belt
- Cinch straps on the shoulder harness
- Expandable sternum strap for finer adjustments
- "D" rings that accept N-11 optional backpack camera strap
| Material |
Exterior: 900 denier PolyTek Interior: Closed-cell foam |
| Type of Closure | Self-healing nylon coil zippers |
| Exterior Dimensions | 13.75 x 11.0 x 25.0 (35.0 x 28.0 x 64.0 cm) |
| Interior Dimensions | 12.25 x 7.5 x 23.0 (31.0 x 19.0 x 58.0 cm) |
| Tripod Holder | Yes |
| Waist Belt | Yes |
| Accommodates | Digital SLR camera body with a long telephoto lens or an intermediate zoom lens attached, additional lenses, camera bodies, flashes and accessories |
| Carrying/Transport Options |
Carry handle Backpack harness |
| Weight | 7.0 lbs, 12 oz (3.52kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable (7)
- Strong construction (7)
- Adjustable harness (6)
- Roomy (6)
- Easily accessible equipment (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Transporting gear (6)
- Storing gear (5)
- Protecting gear (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
REVIEWS
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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 Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
well made, holds a pile of gear. Bought a Lowe pro 600. This beats it HANDS DOWN
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Harness
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Roomy
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
- Storing Gear
- Transporting Gear
Comments about Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
This bag is awesome with a lot of room as my equipment grows. It has plenty of room and is very strong and comfortable. Highly recommend!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Harness
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Storing Gear
Comments about Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
best case for photographers
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Harness
- Comfortable
- Roomy
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
- Storing Gear
- Transporting Gear
Comments about Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
Don't let looks deceive you on this bag, it's much larger than what it appears, which by the way is a good thing. I am able to put all my camera items into this bag (including my tripod if I arrange the panels to do so). The multiple moveable panels are a great feature allowing you to set up the bag the way you want for the items you have. I was able to fit almost all my lens', camera batteries, filters, cables, two digital cameras (with lens attached), small pocket camera, palm video camera, and other odds and ends into this backpack.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Harness
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Roomy
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy when packed
Best Uses
- Transporting Gear
Comments about Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
I do sports and wildlife photography and often take a 300, 70-200, 24-70 and a 600f4 along with at least three bodies. The 9x is the only backpack I have found that allows me to carry all my gear in one pack comfortably. The 9x has been made to accommodate the fact that long lenses are quite heavy. When I have my 9x packed for a couple of days in the bush, It weighs in excess of 25 kilograms (55 pounds) and I can hike for hours with no discomfort from the backpack. The design of the accessory compartments both on the front and inside the front panel make storage of multiple batteries and cards easily accessible. The red flaps on each slot make it easy to identify the spent batteries and full cards from the fresh ones saving time. Overall I do not think the pack has a down side as it has been specifically made for big glass and it does it's job perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Harness
- Comfortable
- Easily Accessible Equipment
- Roomy
- Strong Construction
- Zippers GREAT
Cons
Best Uses
- Protecting Gear
- Storing Gear
- Transporting Gear
Comments about Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
I've had this pack for about 4 years, and have had it in rain, cold, dust, heat and on airplanes, back of the car, etc and it's virtually indestructible. Zippers work perfect every time, nothing has torn, interior is tough as leather... GREAT bag.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Roomy
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Transporting Gear
Comments about Tamrac 5589 Expedition 9x Backpack (Black):
I decided to go with the Expedition 9x because I recently bought a 500mm f/4 lens and by no means this would fit into my previous (smaller) backpack. The Expedition 9x is surpringly spacious and it does not only hold the big lens but my two DSLRS, flashes, and at least another 4 smaller lenses such as 100mm macro, 70-200mm f/4, 50mm f/1.4, and 24-70mm f/2.8. The backpack is huge though and it will not be accepted as cabin luggage by all domestic airlines because of its size, even if you take advantage of the size adjustment feature. You will want to double check before you go on air travel.
The Expedition 9x is very robust and well made. I have not yet used it in the field but walked around with it fully packed for some hours; it's comfortable to carry around. I missed the waist padding from the Expedition 8x though. Anyway, this is the solution if you like to carry your 500mm monster on your back and there is hardly any alternative.
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