Review of the Niko Camera Backpack by Chrome Industries

Always in search of the perfect camera bag, we invite you to discover a bag unknown to photographers, the Niko Pack from the Chrome Industries brand.

Chrome Industries is an essential reference for cyclists, and more particularly bicycle couriers, for their “Commuter” bags whose reputation is well established. The American brand now offers a version of their bags for photographers, available in 3 simple models, the Niko Pack (backpack), the Niko Messenger (shoulder bag) and the Niko Sling (hybrid / compact shoulder bag as well).

Once on the back, we realize that it does not take up as much “space” as one might imagine, because it has a particular geometry, we will come back to that. With its empty weight of 1.5kg, the Niko is relatively light for its characteristics. It will allow you to transport equipment without having to worry too much about the base weight of the bag.

The bag has a large top pocket in which you can put all your personal items. Its opening gives access to the compartment reserved for a laptop computer up to 15 inches in size. In reality, a 13-inch computer will be much more easily housed.

SUMMARY

+ Excellent construction, fully waterproof
+ Lifetime warranty
++ Double Sling access
+ Doesn’t look like a camera bag
+ Multiple configurations
+ Keeping the bag upright
+ Comfort
– Non-detachable rib cage straps
– A style of his own, which pleases or displeases