{"product_id":"alta-sky-airzero-42","title":"AirZERO 42 : The Lightest Camera Backpack In The World","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eALTA AirZERO 42\u003c\/strong\u003e is the smallest and \u003cstrong\u003elightest backpack\u003c\/strong\u003e in the world, let alone the Alta Series, designed to carry a full frame camera with easy access for up to a 150-600mm lens (and some 200-800mm lenses) attached, and an additional 4 lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1986 Vanguard has been designing and manufacturing camera bags, and four decades of research and development has resulted in a new reinforced nylon bubble wrap inspired \u003cstrong\u003e1680D Ballistic NyLITE® material\u003c\/strong\u003e, that is filled with the lightest \u003cstrong\u003eGrade 6 Helium-3 (3He)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1680D Ballistic NyLITE®\u003c\/strong\u003e material is just 5.845mm thick with a titanium frame that ensures that the bag can cope with the rigours of the outdoors, backed up with exceptional rip, abrasion and weather resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material is designed to contain the rarest \u003cstrong\u003eGrade 6 Helium-3 (3He)\u003c\/strong\u003e atoms which measure just 0.2 nanometres, and this ultra-light helium option offsets the limited weight of the 1680D Ballistic NyLITE® material, frame and harness, ensuring that the Alta Sky AirZero 42 weighs \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: DengXian; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e-1.04g, making it \u003cstrong\u003elighter than air\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the \u003cstrong\u003e1680D Ballistic NyLITE®\u003c\/strong\u003e material is transparent, the Alta AirZero includes an orange and grey 0.14mm thick 1400D rip-stop polyester inner lining. This hides the valuable contents, while adding colour and style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alta AirZERO 42 is ideal for lenses such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCANON RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCANON RF 600mm F11 IS STM\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCANON RF 200-800 f\/6.3-9 IS USM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFUJI XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNIKON Z 400mm F\/4.5 VR S\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNIKON Z 600mm F\/6.3 VR S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOM ED 100-400mm F5-6.3 IS II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOM MZUIKO ED 150-600mm F5-6.3\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOM SYSTEM ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOM SYSTEM ED 50-200mm F2.8 PRO\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSIGMA 150-600 F5-6.3 DG OS S SNY\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSIGMA 150-600mm F\/5-6.3 C DG OS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 S SONY\u003cbr\u003eSONY 100-400mm F4.5 GM OOS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSONY 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSONY FE 200-600mm f\/5.6-6.3 G OSS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSONY FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTAMRON 150-500mm f\/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD for NIKON Z\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTAMRON 150-500MM F5-6.7 III for SONY\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTAMRON 50-400mm f\/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD for NIKON Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere Jeremy from Vanguard demonstrates this with a Canon RF 200-800mm lens with hood extended on the original \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Click here to see the Alta Sky 42 backpack for your long lens\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vanguardworld.co.uk\/products\/alta-sky-42\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAlta Sky 42\u003c\/a\u003e to illustrate the space:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mek-_fwCXlE?si=3bPVH7s5e3BmaPbx\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith external dimensions of \u003cspan\u003e 27 x 24 x 50.5cm, this has the advantage of falling within the IATA hand luggage guidelines, though airlines rules vary, so please check with your preferred airline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also comes with a removable sleeve that is designed to be used to offer additional protection to a long lens, or to carry a spotting scope securely, making it ideal for birdwatchers too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull access to your kit is through the rear of the backpack, with quick top access to your chosen camera\/lens combo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secure rear compartment includes a pouch that can carry up to a 12.9\" tablet (compartment is 235 x 25 x 380mm), while on the front is a pocket for accessories such as cables and SD cards, with expandable neoprene pockets on either side for water bottles and another items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is a light, bright orange that allows you to clearly see the contents of the bag, even in low light conditions. Or in the event of an emergency on your trek, can help you attract attention by making you more visible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alta Sky AirZERO 42 can also carry a tripod in the centre for optimal balance, with a tuck away tripod foot if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed to be tough and weatherproof with a mix of 1000D and 600D polyester, and a total coverage rain cover for the wettest days, the Alta Sky Series is designed to protect your valuable kit in the most arduous conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the most rugged terrain with an advanced ergonomic back and harness system features a well-padded breathable 3D back, uniquely shaped easily to adjust shoulder straps that perfectly contour to your back and torso, adjustable sternum strap and waist belt that can be folded away when not needed. All these join together to promise a ‘never-tire’ user experience!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"embed-container\"\u003eSo if you're looking to carry a 150-600mm lens or some 200-800mm lenses across rugged terrain without feeling the weight, check out the Alta AirZERO 42.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e Airlines all have different rules and these can change without warning so we always recommend you check with your preferred airline or a site like \u003ca title=\"Clock here to see a comparison of airline hand luggage requirements from Skyscanner\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skyscanner.net\/news\/cabin-luggage-guide-hand-baggage-sizes-and-weight-restrictions\"\u003eSkyscanner\u003c\/a\u003e that compares airlines\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"April Fool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56986687930741,"sku":"APRFL_AirZERO42","price":1420.26,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/0025\/0970\/files\/Alta_Sky_AirZERO_42_Front.png?v=1774255760","url":"https:\/\/www.vanguardworld.co.uk\/products\/alta-sky-airzero-42","provider":"Vanguard World UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}