Product details
Gomatic McKinnon 25L camera bag – versatile camera backpack for travel
This is the sort of bag that turns up for both work and play. Designed with Peter McKinnon, the McKinnon 25L aims to be your everyday go-to — flexible enough for a full camera rig on a shoot, a drone setup for a weekend away, or just a tidy day pack for running about town. It adapts quickly and with no faff.
What it carries and how it helps
Don’t let 25 litres fool you — it’s surprisingly roomy. The bag comes with a large cube and an adjustable ladder divider system, so you can rejig the interior in minutes and keep lenses, bodies, filters, a small drone and action cams snug and protected. There’s a padded sleeve for a 16″ laptop and plenty of pockets for batteries, chargers and cables — everything has its own place instead of lumped in the bottom.
Access and organisation
No more digging about for what you need. You get full back access via a generous unzip for proper, organised packing, plus quick top access when a shot pops up and you haven’t got a second to spare. The cube system protects bulky kit while letting the bag flip to a non-camera everyday pack in seconds. Two external pockets double up as water bottle holders or tripod pockets — handy when you’re out on location.
Comfort and build
Hauling heavy kit is no picnic, so the pack includes internal support to spread the load, an EVA foam-formed back panel for comfort, and a removable waist strap to steady the bag on longer walks. The materials are tough and water-resistant, with premium zips and solid handles — fine for the odd drizzle and the daily commute, though a proper rain cover is wise if you’re out in a heavy downpour.
Typical use cases and real-life benefits
- Travel photographers who need to switch between camera setups and everyday items quickly, without swapping bags.
- Day-trippers and hobbyists after a compact, protective pack for bodies, lenses and a 16″ laptop.
- Content creators carrying a drone, action cam and spare kit, while keeping chargers and power banks neatly organised.
People often ask if it’ll hold a full pro kit — that depends on how many big lenses and bodies you’ve got, but the modular cubes and dividers make it impressively capable for a 25L pack. And on the weather front: the fabric is water-resistant for light rain, but in proper storms you’ll want extra cover or to avoid leaving the bag exposed for long periods.
Specifications and practical notes
- Capacity: 25 L (including space for the large cube)
- Laptop sleeve: fits up to a 16″ laptop
- Access: full back unzip and top access
- Organisation: adjustable ladder dividers and included large cube for custom layouts
- External: two pockets usable as water bottle or tripod holders
- Comfort: EVA foam back panel, internal support structure and removable waist strap
- Material: durable, water-resistant fabrics and premium zips
If you’re unsure whether a particular lens or drone will fit, measure the kit and compare it to the cubes you’ll use. Overall, the Gomatic McKinnon 25L feels like a thoughtful, flexible bit of kit for photographers who value organisation and comfort on the move.