Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) vs. Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L)
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 55.9×35.6×22.9 cm |
| Airline fit | 45% |
| Price | $250 |
Feature by feature
| Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) | Feature | Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior | Tarpaulin material |
Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×35×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 46% |
| Price | $400 |
Key differences between the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) and Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack
- Compression straps: No on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); Yes on the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); Yes on the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
- Hip belt: Optional on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); Removable on the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); Yes on the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); No on the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); 2 on the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
Both have: passport pocket, luggage passthrough, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 85 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L), and 1 accept only the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack.
Only the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack fits
Caribbean Airlines.
Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) vs. Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack: which should you pack?
The Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) carries 5L more than the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack (40L vs. 35L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack fits 46% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); if you want to travel lighter, the Nomatic Mckinnon Camera Pack is the better call.