
Aero 40 Camera Backpack | 40L Lightweight Photo & Travel Pack
1300 grams. 40 litres. Probably the lightest 40L camera bag in the world.
Stripped down, without waistbelt and raincover, the pack itself weighs 1067 g.
Pre-order price. Ships June 2027
Light
- 1300 g
- Stripped down 1067 g, without waistbelt and raincover
- 100% recycled 70D nylon rip-stop, fluorine-free C0 DWR
- High-density lightweight 70D nylon lining
- Lighter than a 1.5 L bottle of water
Comfort
- Internal T6-6061 aluminium frame
- Ventilated air mesh back panel, straps and waistbelt
- 3-setting torso adjustment – suits shorter torsos too
- Removable shoulder straps, waistbelt and sternum strap
Storage & access
- Top access to the main compartment
- Rear access to the camera, back panel opens fully
- Quick-access sleeve for a 16" laptop or A4 folder
- Zip top pocket, stretch front, side and waistbelt pockets
- Hydration bladder fits the front stretch pocket
Specs
- Volume: 40 L
- Weight: 1300 g (stripped down 1067 g)
- Dimensions: 30 × 55 × 25 cm
- Seam-taped raincover included
Want expansion and a roll-top? See the Fjord series.
The Aero 40 is our first new backpack series since the Fjord, and probably the lightest 40L camera bag in the world. At 1300 g it pairs a T6-6061 aluminium frame and air mesh comfort with the Removable Camera Insert system. Add an RCI for your camera kit, or carry it on its own as a superb travel bag. Pre-order now. Ships June 2027.
- Ultralight build - 1300 g for 40 L, with 30 features
- Real frame - Internal T6-6061 aluminium frame
- Air mesh comfort - Ventilated back panel, straps and waistbelt
- Full rear access - Back panel opens fully, straps out of the way
- 3-setting torso adjustment – fits a wide range of short and tall torsos
- Weather ready - 10,000 mm fabric, fluorine-free C0 DWR and raincover
| Weight | 1300 g / 2.87 lbs |
|---|---|
| Weight stripped down | 1067 g / 2.35 lbs |
| Dimensions | 30 (W) x 55 (H) x 25 (D) cm / 11.8 (W) x 21.7 (H) x 9.8 (D) in |
| Volume | 40 L |
Materials
- Outer body fabric: 100% recycled 70 Denier nylon rip-stop, 10,000 mm, with fluorine-free C0 DWR water-repellent coating.
- Lining: high-density lightweight 70 Denier nylon.
- Zippers: polyurethane-coated YKK®.
- Internal liner fabric: 100% recycled polyester 200 Denier Rip-stop with polyurethane coating.
- Soft touch quick dry knitted fabric for all contact points to the body.
- High density closed cell foams for suspension system.
- NYA-EVO signature glove-friendly toggle cord zip pullers, made in lightweight plastic. Woojin® or Duraflex® plastic side release buckles.
- Outside zippers are all YKK®. Heavy gauge for rear zip and Aquaguard® zip for top and front zippers.
- Nylon webbing.
- Hypalon® base.
Features & construction
- Internal T6-6061 aluminium frame for load transfer to the hips.
- Ventilated back panel, shoulder straps and waistbelt in soft-touch quick-dry air mesh.
- Huge range of height adjustment, with a comfort fit for smaller torsos.
- Removable shoulder straps, waistbelt and height-adjustable sternum strap.
- Soft Veltex on the underside of the back panel for camera protection.
- Nylon webbing reinforcement on all structural areas and base.
- Seam-taped raincover included, with reflective logo.
- NYA-EVO signature glove-friendly toggle cord zip pullers.
Organisation
- Main compartment accessible from the top.
- Camera compartment accessible from the rear. The back panel opens fully for a complete view of your kit, with the straps out of the way.
- Separate quick-access laptop sleeve, fits a MacBook Pro 16" or A4 folder.
- Zippered top quick-access pocket.
- Stretch front pocket, stretch side pockets and a stretch zip pocket on the waistbelt.
- Secure zip mesh pocket with key clip.
- Hydration bladder fits the front stretch pocket.
Attachments
- Side compression gear cords for tripods, mats and poles.
- Removable reflective gear attachment cords on the front.
- Gear loops all over for extra attachment points.
- MOLLE webbing point on the waistbelt.
Care
- Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not machine wash, tumble dry, or dry clean.
- Air dry fully before storing, away from direct heat.
- Store unpacked in a dry place; long-term compression can mark the foam panels.
- Rinse zippers with fresh water after use in salt or sand, then dry open.
- The detachable rain cover can be rinsed and air dried separately.
Warranty
- Covered by a 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
- Wear from normal use, accidental damage, and modifications are not covered.
- Full terms and the returns process: Returns & Warranty
Probably the Lightest
1300 g for 40 litres, lighter than a 1.5 L bottle of water. Built to carry your kit further.
Full Rear Access
The back panel opens fully for a complete view of your kit, with the straps out of the way.
A Real Frame
A T6-6061 aluminium frame and air mesh on every contact point keep heavy kit comfortable all day.
A Superb Travel Bag
40 litres for a weekend away, a 16" laptop sleeve and stretch pockets for everything close at hand.