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Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack

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  • B&H # KADLO272B
  • Mfr# KT DL-O-272-B

Product Highlights

  • Holds D-SLR Camera, 2-7 Lens Kit
  • Holds Laptop with Screen up to 15.4"
  • Ripstop Nylon Exterior
  • TST Rib Structure
  • Padded Laptop Compartment
  • Exterior Front and Side Pockets
  • Carry Handle
  • Backpack Harness
 

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The Kate D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack (Black) is designed to carry and protect a digital SLR camera with a 70-200mm lens attached, 2-6 extra lenses, personal gear and accessories. It is made of light, durable ripstop nylon with TST (Thermo Shield Technology) rib structure that provides protective zones for the camera where it will most likely be impacted by shock, vibration and interior Aeriform foam padding. There are 5 small and 2 large removable Aeriform interior dividers to customize the interior. The main camera compartment is designed to be accessed from the right side and a Pro digital SLR camera with up to a 70-200mm lens attached is positioned within for quick grip access. Access to the main compartment is also possible via the front pocket. The top personal effect section has access to a designated rear compartment that will hold a laptop computer with screen up to 15.4".A Lens Pillow that can to be used either as a lens support or camera body stabilizer is included. .

The Owl-272 DL Backpack has a large front pocket, a small zippered side pocket and a side zippered fold out mesh water bottle holder. There are tripod connecting straps which can be attached to the front of the backpack and a removable rain cover for protection in rough weather conditions. The EPH (Ergonomic Photo System) are designated connection tabs to enable interconnections with other Kata products. The pack is carried by a non-slip grip carry handle or an Aeriform foam padded harness backpack harness that is uniquely shaped to provide comfort and consists of a 3D soft molded foam back for comfort and ventilation, an adjustable sternum strap and a stabilizing waist strap with buckles. There are 2 specially designed connection loops for the optional Reflex E camera strap that is made to carry a digital SLR camera comfortably and take the camera load off the neck and an Insertrolley connection for optional wheel along transportation, when this is in use the harness simply tucks out of the way.

Construction
  • Light, durable ripstop nylon exterior
  • TST (Thermo Shield Technology) rib structure provides protective zones for the camera where it will most likely be impacted by shock, vibration
  • Interior Aeriform foam padding
  • Polyester mesh fabric
  • Removable Aeriform interior dividers are made of perforated super light laminated and reinforced EVA and EPE foams
  • Zippered partition between the section of the main compartment
  • 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
  • Lens Pillow to be used either as a lens support or camera body stabilizer
  • Zipper closure
Compartments
  • Main camera compartment is designed to be accessed from the right side and a Pro DSLR with up to a 70-200mm lens attached is positioned within for quick grip access. Access to the main compartment is also possible via the front pocket
  • Top personal effect section has access to a designated rear laptop compartment
Pockets
  • Large front pocket
  • Small zippered side pocket
  • Side zippered fold out mesh water bottle holder
Tripod connecting straps which can be attached to the front of the backpack
Removable rain cover for protection in rough weather conditions.
EPH (Ergonomic Photo System) designated connection tabs to enable interconnections with other Kata products
Carrying options
  • Non-slip grip carry handle
  • Aeriform foam padded harness which is uniquely shaped to provide comfort and
  • 3D soft molded foam back for comfort and ventilation
  • Adjustable sternum strap
  • Stabilizing waist strap with buckles
  • Two specially designed connection loops for the optional Reflex E camera strap made to carry a digital SLR camera comfortably and take the camera load off the neck
  • Insertrolley connection for optional wheel along transportation, when this is in use the harness simply tucks out of the way
Material Exterior: Ripstop nylon
Exterior: TST rib structure
Interior: Aeriform foam dividers and padding
Interior: Yelloop bright yellow material
Spider Webbing Straps: Nylon and polypropylene straps
Type of Closure Zippers
Exterior Dimensions 13.8 x 11 x 17.7" (35 x 28 x 45cm) (LxWxH)
Interior Dimensions 11.8 x 7.1 x 11.8" (30 x 18 x 30cm) (LxWxH)
Device Compatibility Laptop compartment: 11 x 1.5 x 16.1" (28 x 4.0 x 41cm) (LxWxH)
Tripod Holder Yes
Waist Belt Yes
Carrying/Transport Options Carry handle
Backpack harness
Weight 4.0 lbs (1.8Kg) 1
Please Note:

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Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack
 
4.4

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

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  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

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91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (10)
  • Roomy (10)
  • Strong construction (6)
  • Adjustable harness (5)
  • Easily accessible equipment (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Transporting gear (7)
    • Protecting gear (6)
    • Storing gear (5)
    • Travel (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Semi-pro photographer (5), Modern (3)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (7)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    WOW... I'm a quick shooter now.

    Amazing backpack.
    So easy to pick my camera from it without having to even take my bag off.
    My 200mm lens attached to the body fits perfectly in the main compartment accessible...Read complete review

    Amazing backpack.
    So easy to pick my camera from it without having to even take my bag off.
    My 200mm lens attached to the body fits perfectly in the main compartment accessible from the side of the bag.
    It's like a Transformers bag.
    So ingenious.
    Zippers look not so robust though. I will see with time.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Big and Boxy

    Nothing inherently wrong with the bag...just WAY too big for smaller people. If you're a taller person, dandy. If your an average 5'4" person, the bag is huge. If...Read complete review

    Nothing inherently wrong with the bag...just WAY too big for smaller people. If you're a taller person, dandy. If your an average 5'4" person, the bag is huge. If you need to haul that much gear, hire a mule :-) Went for the Bug 230 instead. Smaller profile, but less free space but better size (and fits well on planes).

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    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    3.0

    Big and Boxy

    By SusieB Michigan

    from Grand Rapids MI

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Roomy
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

    • Cumbersome
    • Giant

    Best Uses

    • Protecting Gear
    • Storing Gear
    • Transporting Gear

    Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

    Nothing inherently wrong with the bag...just WAY too big for smaller people. If you're a taller person, dandy. If your an average 5'4" person, the bag is huge. If you need to haul that much gear, hire a mule :-) Went for the Bug 230 instead. Smaller profile, but less free space but better size (and fits well on planes).

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    • No

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    4.0

    New Backpack

    By AJ Photography

    from Frederick, MD

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

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

    Cons

    • Cumbersome

    Best Uses

    • Protecting Gear
    • Transporting Gear

    Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

    Make no mistake this backpack is big but is very well built and has easy access. The front flap is also the perfect size for sliding in an Ipad as well. I use it when I go out and shoot with a smaller amount of gear so I can leave my roller at home. It also has an add on roller that I might get at some point.

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    • No

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    4.0

    Great Bag

    By Douglas

    from Surrey BC Canada

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Adjustable Harness
    • Comfortable
    • Easily Accessible Equipment
    • Roomy

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Protecting Gear
      • Storing Gear
      • Transporting Gear

      Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

      The reason I bought this bag was that I did not have enough room in my other camera bags for all of my equipment including my tripod...Now I do...In addition this bag is well laid out which allows me easy quick access at all times.
      As a backpack the bag fits nicely and conforms to my back which allows long hikes through rough terrain.
      Also I like the fact that the bag has been designed to fit a trolley for walking through airports and train stations.
      The zippers and zipper handles should be larger and more robust, after a lot of use I could see them wearing down or breaking.

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      • No

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      5.0

      Most Amazing Equipment Bag!

      By KAMI

      from Los Angeles, CA.

      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 Owl-272 DL Backpack:

        This is the best equipment bag I have EVER had, I even sold all my other bags online because this bag conquered over them all. I'm a press/media photographer so I need to have all my equipment with me when I'm at an event. This bag holds my 2 cameras, 4 lenses (2 tele 2 wide), mac laptop, tripod, HD camcorder, and all the extras I take with me such as camera & lens cleaners, extra batteries, power adapters, camera straps, etc.. This is the best gear bag you can own! It holds everything safe and secure and has back padding as well as padding in the straps to ensure a comfortable fit. If your looking to bring all your gear with you then buy this bag I assure you that you will love it, It comes with me to every event!! Totally worth every dollar.

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        • No

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        4.0

        I would buy this backpack for myself.

        By MSgt Mann

        from Cheyenne, WY

        About Me Pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Storing Gear
          • Transporting Gear

          Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

          The Owl-272 is just as advertised. Plenty of compartments for storage and is not too heavy like some other backpack-style camera bags. The laptop storage works great for air travel and will greatly enhance our "Go" capabilities.

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          • No

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          5.0

          it's huge

          By fer

          from santiago, chile

          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

          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 Owl-272 DL Backpack:

          i use this bagpack for travel . i don't like to use it very much for walks ans short sesions. It's big !

          It's great, comfortable, Plenty of space for sverithing i need.

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          • No

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          5.0

          Everything I Need

          By kwarner6

          from Germantown, WI

          About Me Casual Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

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

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Protecting Gear
          • Storing Gear
          • Transporting Gear

          Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

          I use this backpack for everything. Great for hiking and camping. Tons of storage room. My 15.4" laptop fits perfectly inside. The top storage area very large, a good place to store food for those long hikes. Great backpack!

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          • No

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          4.0

          Fantastic Product

          By KM

          from Kansas City, MO

          About Me Active, Outdoorsman

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Great Features
          • Roomy

          Cons

          • Not cheap

          Best Uses

          • Computer
          • Photography

          Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

          Great product. Durable, well designed with good adjustable camera protection and comfortable backpack features. Plenty of space for my MacBook Pro which is a plus.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

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          4.0

          WOW... I'm a quick shooter now.

          By Cedric Poulin

          from Montreal, QC Canada

          About Me Comfort-Oriented, Modern, Practical, Stylish

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Comfortable
          • Great Features
          • Lightweight
          • Roomy

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Computer
            • Travel

            Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

            Amazing backpack.
            So easy to pick my camera from it without having to even take my bag off.
            My 200mm lens attached to the body fits perfectly in the main compartment accessible from the side of the bag.
            It's like a Transformers bag.
            So ingenious.
            Zippers look not so robust though. I will see with time.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            Nice Big Bag

            By bmwpr30

            from Suffolk, VA

            About Me Career, Modern, Stylish

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Great Features
            • Lightweight
            • Roomy

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Travel

              Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

              Big bag, it can handle my D90 w/grip and lens and 4 additional lens, cleaning kit, extra batteries. Top compartment fit my SB-900, point and shoot camera, and extras (filters, lens caps or hoods). Is comfortable for the shoulder and not too heavy. I like the side compartment for access to the camera.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

              Comment on this review

              (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great and light backpack

              By The Stranger

              from Switzerland

              About Me Comfort-Oriented, Modern, Practical

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Lightweight
              • Roomy

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Cycling
                • Hiking
                • Travel

                Comments about Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack:

                Great for hiking ,cycling and general travel. Can be used as hand luggage.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

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                What's in the Box

                Kata D-Light Owl-272 DL Backpack
                • Removable Padded Insert
                • 2 x Tripod Straps
                • 5 x Small Aeriform Dividers
                • 2 x Large Aeriform Dividers
                • 2 x Waist Straps
                • Rain Cover
                • Lens Pillow
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