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Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack (Black)

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Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack (Black)
Key Features
  • Holds Two DSLRs with Attached Lenses
  • Room for 3 More Lenses and Accessories
  • Configure Interior for a Drone
  • Accommodates 15" Laptop & 9.7" Tablet
As the name suggests, the black Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack was designed around carrying and protecting your photo gear with room for a laptop, tablet, and personal items. This third gen bag gets an update to their M-Guard protection system for your delicate equipment with a customizable interior.
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Manfrotto Gear M III Overview

As the name suggests, the black Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack was designed around carrying and protecting your photo gear with room for a laptop, tablet, and personal items. This third gen bag gets an update to their M-Guard protection system for your delicate equipment with a customizable interior.

What It Holds
  • Bisected interior offers 90% for photo or drone gear and 10% for tech items
  • Front camera compartment measures 15.4 x 11.4 x 5.3"
  • Customizable interior holds a DSLR or mirrorless with an attached zoom lens, a second camera with a kit lens, plus three additional lenses, or a drone and accessories
  • Updated with M-Guard protection system: Dividers are made of high-density EVA foam that provides improved shock absorption with a slim profile and folding patterns that allow to fully protect camera gear while maximizing the use of space
  • Back portion is for personal tech that accommodates a 15" laptop and 9.7" tablet with easy access
  • Exterior pocket for additional personal items plus an organizer panel
  • Side tripod retention straps
  • Side water bottle pocket
How It's Made
  • Updated design versus the v2 models are sleeker and more monochromatic for a minimalist appearance
  • Wear-resistant polyester nylon treated with a coating to be water resistant and provide protection from the elements
  • Access to main camera compartment is on the front for fast access to your gear
  • Separate rear access to tech that allows you to grab what you need without having to unpack your gear
  • Zippered access with gray hypalon pulls are less noticeable and quieter than metal pulls
  • Semi-rigid back support with airflow channels reduces perspiration
  • Removable rain fly for maximum protection from rain and snow or for additional security in high-crime areas like tourist destinations
How You Carry & Wear It
  • Adjustable backpack straps accommodate a wide variety of users
  • Adjustable sternum strap stabilizes the backpack straps for easier carrying when moving over rough and rocky terrain
  • Soft top handle can be used as a grab handle or to hang the bag from a hook or tripod center column
  • Trolley sleeve allows you to slide the bag over the handle of rolling carry-on luggage when moving through airports or transportation stations
UPC: 719821475224

Manfrotto Gear M III Specs

Key Specs
Color
Black
Carry/Transport Options
Backpack Straps with Sternum Strap, Handle, Trolley Sleeve
Type of Closure
Zipper
Interior Type
Insert with Adjustable Dividers (Hook & Loop)
Laptop/Tablet Compatibility
Compartment 1: Fits 15" Laptop / Tablet
•Up to 15 x 11 x 0.6" / 38 x 28 x 1.5 cm
Compartment 2: Fits 9.7" Tablet
Water Resistance
Rain Cover Included
Exterior Dimensions
18.5 x 11.8 x 7.3" / 47 x 30 x 18.5 cm
Weight
2.6 lb / 1160 g
Color
Black
Camera Compatibility
Universal (Cameras)
Carry/Transport Options
Backpack Straps with Sternum Strap, Handle, Trolley Sleeve
Type of Closure
Zipper
Interior Type
Insert with Adjustable Dividers (Hook & Loop)
Laptop/Tablet Compatibility
Compartment 1: Fits 15" Laptop / Tablet
•Up to 15 x 11 x 0.6" / 38 x 28 x 1.5 cm
Compartment 2: Fits 9.7" Tablet
Features
Bottle Pocket
Yes
Hydration Bladder Compatible
No
RFID-Blocking Pockets
No
Stand/Tripod Holder
Yes
Side Access
No
General
Water Resistance
Rain Cover Included
Maximum Volume
17 L
Padded Interior
No
Materials
Exterior: Polyester
Dimensions
Exterior
18.5 x 11.8 x 7.3" / 47 x 30 x 18.5 cm
Interior
15.4 x 11.4 x 5.3" / 39 x 29 x 13.5 cm
Weight
2.6 lb / 1160 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.84 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
17.3 x 12.7 x 8.7"

Manfrotto Gear M III Reviews

Great size and quality

By Sara
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-10-17

This is a nice sturdy compact bag that I can fit everything I need in without feeling too bulky on my 5'2" frame. In the main compartment I can fit my sony a7v, 2 lenses, 2 Godox ML100Bi lights, 2 15-degree reflectors, 2 45-degree reflectors, and 2 Small Rig mini v mount batteries. In the front I can fit a few lens filters, battery accessories, and color checker passport.

Great Backpack

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-11-25

I Have Several Backpacks Going Back Several Years, And I Like This One The Best. The Zippers Work Better Than Any Other Camera Backpack I Have, And Is Very Comfortable Wearing. It Will Hold Camera Body With Lens And Two Extra Lenses As Long As They Aren't Huge. I Put Nikon Z8 With 70-200/f2.8 In Center, With A 400/f4.5 And A 24-70/f2.8 On Each Side Section. That About Fills It Up. I Guess If I'd Like Anything It Would Be The Dividers And Bottom To Have A Little More Padding.

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Will it fit a Nikon Z9 with Nikkor 200-500 attache

Will it fit a Nikon Z9 with Nikkor 200-500 attached?
Asked by: Sharon
The Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack would be too small to fit the Nikon Z9, the FTZ2 adapter and the Nikon 200-500mm lens.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2026-06-30

Can two Meeting Owls fit inside this case? And, ...

Can two Meeting Owls fit inside this case? And, would it be able to hold two B&H #WELS6.5 stands on the outside?
Asked by: Mark
You will be able to fit two Meeting Owls, however, the light stands will not.
Answered by: David B
Date published: 2023-11-12

Is this bag waterproof?

Is this bag waterproof?
Asked by: Angela
Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III Backpack (Black) is not waterproof, it is water resistant.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-10-05

Does it have a chest strap or a waist strap? Or on

Does it have a chest strap or a waist strap? Or only backpack shoulder straps?
Asked by: Catherine
The Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack comes with an adjustable sternum strap, but not a waist strap.
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2026-10-12

Will you be able to fit a Canon R7 with Canon ...

Will you be able to fit a Canon R7 with Canon rf200-800 mm lens attached. Dimensions seem just on the edge for it.
Asked by: aras
The Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack (Black) is too small for the Canon R7 and an attached Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM Lens.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2024-06-19

This bag is 1/2" too long to be considered a ...

This bag is 1/2" too long to be considered a personal bag on an airline-is it flexible enough to be squeezed under a plane seat?
Asked by: Matt
TSA guidelines allow a maximum size of 24 x 16 x 10"--the Manfrotto Advanced Gear M III 17L Backpack (Black) has exterior dimensions of 18.5 x 11.8 x 7.3", definitely well within the guidelines. The space beneath an airline seat is not uniform, so you should ask the airline that you are traveling on for that space requirement.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2025-03-23

Will it fit a Nikon Z6 camera with the Nikon ...

Will it fit a Nikon Z6 camera with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR Lens attached?
Asked by: Xin
You will not be able to fit both the lens and camera attached. But you will be able to fit them unattached.
Answered by: David B
Date published: 2023-11-12
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