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Kiboko 16L+ Camera Backpack

Designed for mirrorless camera systems

112 total reviews

Carry a surprising amount of gear with our smallest backpack. The 16L Kiboko fits Sony and Fuji kits as well as Canon R5 and Nikon Z8.

Weighs 3 lbs

Holds 2 mirrorless cameras with lenses, up to 200mm.

Premium water-resistant  X-Pac® VX-21 shell - Carbon Neutral

Patented dual compartment system protects your gear and provides efficient access

14 different organizational compartments and sleeves

REACH Compliant - minimal impact on human health and the environment

Regular price
$299.95
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    Measurements

    Interior Dimensions
    11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

    Exterior Dimensions
    12.6 x 16.54 x 5.91" / 32 x 42 x 15 cm

    Lightweight: 3.0 lbs

    Designed to Carry

    • Mirrorless Systems

    • Up to a 15.75" (40cm) Lens + Body combo

  • Sailcloth Material

  • Warning Blue Lining

  • Extra Dividers

  • Carry-On Size

We've made our bag from sails. Sail cloth that is, using the 100% climate neutral VX-21 X-Pac materials. Providing maximum protection while maintaining its ultra lightweight portability.

Built in high visibility blue lining, never forget to zip up again! The Kiboko Backpack line adds an extra layer of protection with this visual cue.

Our bags are infinitely configurable and come with plenty of extra divider types to accomodate any setup imaginable. Our dividers are also made out of Artillion Foam which is the same stuff used in motorcycle helmets. High impact protection, low weight and profile.

The Kiboko 16L stays within international flight carry-on size regulations. The bag comes in at only 3lbs freeing up weight to bring extra gear instead of extra bag on your next trip.

Customer Reviews

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Linda R
Have Sony 600 prime on one side, 2 cameras and 2 lens on other, plus batteries, chargers, etc.

I wear this onto airplanes for international trips and have had no complaints from attendants. I have it completely full. My 2nd carryon is a Bagsmart with wheels 16-inch underseat model. The many pockets in the Bagsmart, have my laptop, my laptop and cell phone charger, sensor cleaning stuff, lighted magnifier for sensor cleaning, rocket blower, lens wipes, cable release, and all the other crazy stuff needed for cameras, like 1 extra lens cap, etc.

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Ron Duckworth
Perfect Bag for Kenyan Photo Safari in 2026

I already had the Kibokio 30L but not the one with the laptop sleeve. In order to pare down my needed bags and keep the weight down I bought the 30L+ for the forthcoming trip to Africa. This bag is perfect for trasnporting my big glass, a pair of camera bodies, and additional lenses with my laptop in a single bag.

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Azkay
Colors unavailable

Still awaiting green. Now you like the below but can’t physically “buy” anything but black “Sahara and Slate Available Now; additional Forest Green available mid-Decembe”…. Discouraging since I tried reaching out but lack of response is unsettling to even move forward. - is the bag a 5? Could be but I’m not utilizing my funds on a bag color I don’t want. Customer service appears to be lackluster. Having limited stock is not a 4 or 5 star either.

Comparison Chart

  • Kiboko 16L  

    Kiboko 16L

    Designed to carry
    Mirrorless systems

    Body and Lens Capacity
    • 2 mirrorless cameras and 3 lenses
    • 2 Mirrorless cameras and 4 lenses, 70-200mm

    Laptop Capacity
    Up to a 14" laptop

    Exterior Dimensions
    12.6 x 16.54 x 5.91" / 32 x 42 x 15 cm

    Interior Dimensions
    11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

    Weight
    3 lb / 1.36 kg

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  • Kiboko 22L  

    Kiboko 22L

    Designed to carry
    DSLRs or mirrorless cameras with grips

    Body and Lens Capacity
    • 2 DSLRs and 6 Lenses.
    • Holds 2 DSLRs & 300mm f/2.8 Lens
    • Unattached up to 400mm lens

    Laptop Capacity
    Thin 15” laptop

    Exterior Dimensions
    13.39 x 18.11 x 5.91" / 34 x 46 x 15 cm

    Interior Dimensions
    13.39 x 17.32 x 4.72" / 34 x 44 x 12 cm

    Weight
    3.7 lb / 1.68 kg

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  • Kiboko 30L or 30L+  

    Kiboko 30L or 30L+

    Designed to carry
    Pro-sized DSLRs
    and Super-Telephoto Lenses

    Body and Lens Capacity
    Holds 2 DSLRs, 7 Lenses
    or Medium Format Kit. Also Holds a DSLR with
    an attached 400mm f/2.8 Lens. Unattached up to 800mm lens

    Laptop Capacity 30L REG
    No Laptop Compartment 30L or

    Laptop Capacity 30L+ Laptop Compartment Included with 30L+

    Exterior Dimensions
    12.6 x 20.47 x 6.69" / 32 x 52 x 17 cm

    Interior Dimensions 30L REG
    11.81 x 20.08 x 5.91" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

    Interior Dimensions 30L+

    11.81 x 20.08 x 5.5" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

    Weight
    3.9 lb / 1.77 kg

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X-Pac VX-21

In all of our gear we use X-Pac VX-21, a sailcloth-inspired laminated rip-stop nylon. This is the gold standard in materials for bags. Even after years of abuse it holds up as a durable, water resistant, and utlra lightweight material. Some of our legacy users are still using their original Kibokos from 10 years ago.

Main Compartments

Main Compartments

Our signature Butterfly style duel front access allows you to access the contents of your bag quickly and without exposing everything to the elements. Pack different variations in each side for maximum organization. There are also webbed zipper pockets on the outside panel of the main compartment for small misc items. The webbed design allows you to see the contents.

Interior Dimensions 11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

Ultra Lightweight

X-PAC® VX-21 by Dimension Polyant is the most light-weight and durable fabric ever for ultimate protection from the elements. We were the first to implement this material into camera bag design. The bag comes in at 3.7lbs / 1.68kg making it one of the lightest bags in its size class without compromising durability.

Front Accessories Pockets

At the exterior of the two front panels are the bags accessory pockets. Loaded with zipper pockets, a key ring, places for pens, and enough space collectively to put a wind breaker jacket inside. The zipper pockets inside feature a webbed style so you can see the contents of the pockets.

  • Butterfly Style

    Butterfly Style

    Our signature butterfly style access allows you easy access to your gear.

  • Capacity

    Capacity

    The Kiboko 16L holds 2 Mirrorless Cameras and 3 Lenses. Also Holds 2 Mirrorless Cameras and 4 Lenses, 70-200mm.

  • Comfort

    Comfort

    Designed to keep you comfortable while on the go, the 3D mesh back panel creates a soft and breathable surface against your back with airflow channels to keep persperation at a minimum. A sternum strap helps distribute the weight of your gear and is easily removeable.

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Top Handle

A firm and generous handle makes grabbing your bag secure and easy. While you do the shuffle in line at the airport or if you need to get your gear up to an overhead shelf, these beefy handles allow you to grab and go.

  • Side pockets

    Side pockets

    There are side pockets located on either side of the backpack. The base is reinforced for lasting strength and an adjustible clip is available to secure the tripod in place. Fits a large waterbottle, rolled up jacket or whatever you may bring on your journeys.

  • Laptop Sleeve

    Laptop Sleeve

    A padded and well protected laptop sleeve rests against your back, fitting a 15" laptop.

  • Weather Cover

    Weather Cover

    All Kiboko 2.0. bags include a rain cover that is held in a small pocket on the backpack. Available and easy to slip over when the weather gets really torrential.

Against the Elements.

X-PAC VX-21's waffle like design shows it's stength and it feels far from cheap. Whether you are riding in a zodiac in antarctica or facing the trials and tribulations of daily life VX-21 holds strong.

Our History

Solving for a critical need: Weight

Co-founders Trevor Peterson and renowned wildlife photographer Andy Biggs created Gura Gear to answer a problem critical to traveling to extreme locations: weight limits on photo gear.

En-route independently to East Africa, both Andy and Trevor got into some trouble with the carryon restrictions at Schiphol airport in Amsterdam. “I had packed two Nikon Pro DSLR bodies and 200-400mm f/4, 70-200mm f/2.8, & 24-70mm f/2.8 lenses, putting me past the weight limits. It took some convincing to get in the air, "-Trevor.

Talking over the campfire after a long day of photographing wildlife, Andy and Trevor discussed what the perfect camera bag would be. Literally on the back of napkin, the Kiboko backpack was sketched out. 

Over two years of development, eight rounds of prototypes, and one patent application later (and one very frustrated factory manager), the Kiboko camera backpack was launched. 

What fits

  • Canon

  • Nikon

  • Sony

  • Olympus

  • Fuji

Bodies:

Most Canon Bodies including R5, R6, R6, R8

Lenses (up to):

Canon Ef 200-400mm

Canon Ef 300mm F4

Canon Ef 400mm F4

*up too 5.5" diameter lenses fit with some give lip of the bag

Bodies:

Most Nikon Bodies including Z5, Z6, Z7, Z8

Lenses (up to):

Nikon 200-500mm f3.5-5.6

Nikon 300mm f4

Nikon 500mm f4

Nikkor Z 600mm f6.3

*up too 5.5" diameter lenses fit with some give lip of the bag

All Sony Camera Bodies

Lenses (up to):

Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6

Up to 4.5" (150mm) lens diameter

*up too 5.5" diameter lenses fit with some give lip of the bag

Bodies:

All Olympus Bodies

Lenses (up to):

OM 100-400mm

OM SYSTEM 150-400mm f/4.5

Up to 4.5" Diameter Lens

*up too 5.5" diameter lenses fit with some give lip of the bag

Bodies:

All Fuji Bodies

Lenses (up to):

All Fuji Lenses