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product_id: 77643639
title: "National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack"
brand: "national geographic"
price: "RM75"
currency: MYR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/77643639-national-geographic-ng-5160-earth-explorer-medium-backpack
store_origin: MY
region: Malaysia
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# Explorer-inspired design Protective carrying technology Medium size for versatile use National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack

**Brand:** national geographic
**Price:** RM75
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Gear Up for Adventure with Style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack by national geographic
- **How much does it cost?** RM75 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.my](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/77643639-national-geographic-ng-5160-earth-explorer-medium-backpack)

## Best For

- national geographic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted national geographic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Secure Storage:** Solid brass buckles ensure your belongings are safe and sound.
- • **Timeless Style:** A classic look that never goes out of fashion.
- • **Adventure Awaits:** Embrace the explorer in you with a stylish yet functional design.
- • **Durable Materials:** Crafted from high-quality materials for long-lasting use.
- • **Versatile Carrying:** Perfect for both urban adventures and outdoor escapades.

## Overview

The National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack combines modern protective technology with a classic explorer aesthetic, featuring durable materials and secure brass buckles for all your adventures.

## Description

The EARTH EXPLORER Photo Bag collection reflects National Geographic's dedication to exploration and conservation. The bags are an ideal blend of today's protective carrying technology and a traditional 'explorer' look and feel. Each bag in the EARTH EXPLORER collection has solid brass buckles with an antique finish. The Earth Explorer NG 5160 Medium Backpack can carry all your essentials while keeping your photographic and video gear, as well as a laptop, safe and secure, plus it allows ample room for personal effects. External Dimensions 17.72 x 13.39 x 8.27 inches. Internal Dimensions 9.06 x 11.02 x 4.33 inches. Weight 3.37 lbs.

## Features

- ideal blend of today's protective carrying technology and a traditional 'explorer' look and feel
- solid brass buckles
- manufactured from a variety of materials

## Images

![National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wLQO2m1fL.jpg)
![National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71A3xPxb21L.jpg)
![National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qsheHtZnL.jpg)
![National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NUOWCuMYL.jpg)
![National Geographic NG 5160 Earth Explorer Medium Backpack - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Zox4pUbXL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the inside of the lining on the camera compartment have the world map printing as shown in the pictures?**
A: Yes, it does. But the map seems a bit different from the picture.

**Q: can you connect the two compartments together? and could i fit a saqure 12.5"x12.5" album book in the main compartment? not laptop**
A: You can remove all the partetions and make it one compartment For 12.5x12.5 album you can put it but check the thicknees

**Q: Dose this bag have straps on the bottom for a tripod or sleeping bag?**
A: You can put a tripod on the side of the bag.  The feet of the tripod go into a bag that comes out of the side and then there are straps on the top side.  No place for a sleeping bag

**Q: Can it fit a 15.4" laptop?**
A: The laptop pouch is  10 1/2 " wide at the top and 16" length my 15.4 laptop is 10 " by 15" and it fits perfect.....I've taken my gear in this to Scotland, Costa Rica, Colombia, as a carrier on and fits perfect under the seat as well as the overhead stuffed with camera gear and the laptop....should have bought one of these long time ago....

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic
*by A***E on January 1, 2013*

I bought this backpack for my boyfriend as a Christmas present. He'd been looking for a good medium sized backpack that he could use for day hikes for months, and he is fastidious when it comes to his gear. This turned out to be perfect.For a smaller backpack, it's very spacious. There's a multitude of various sized pockets to choose from, the lower section that would normally hold camera lenses and the like can be adjusted per equipment size or even removed entirely for more space, the material is durable, it's comfortable to carry even when filled, and the entire thing is very attractive. From the price standpoint, I'd also say it's a strong rival to the other hiking backpacks I looked into while shopping around. I saw several bags at a higher price that didn't have anywhere near the storage capabilities that this bag has.I'm happy with how this purchase turned out, and I'm glad to say that my picky boyfriend is thrilled with his new backpack. I may just have to get myself a matching one in the future!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful, durable bag with design flaws -not suitable for larger-bodied cameras with portrait grips.
*by J***P on January 5, 2015*

I just completed a three-week trip to India, Malaysia, and Singapore with this pack. There wasn't a day where it wasn't on my back so I got to know its strengths and weaknesses pretty well.Pros:-I love the look -no one guessed it was a camera bag.-I like the number of pockets and compartments.-I like the two side pockets which can hold either a tripod or 1L water bottles. I became the pack mule on more than one occasion.-Top outer pocket is perfectly sized for travel documents and boarding passes.-I like the number of loops -plenty of space to toss on carabiners or other items with clips (hand sanitizer, insect repellent, etc...).Cons:-The thing that was most bothersome is the weight distribution. Fully loaded with a 15" MBP, MBP power supply, iPad, iPod, 5D mk3, 70-300mm L-series lens, 35mm L-series prime, and 28-105mm lens, charger, etc... this bag got heavy quickly. Not sure if it's because the chest strap is too high or that there's no belt strap or frame or what but after hiking with it for a few minutes, you really feel it. Even when I had the luxury to leave the non-essentials in a hotel room and just go with camera+lenses, the bag still felt heavy on my back.-This is NOT a fast bag. What I mean is that to do anything with this bag takes longer than it should. The chest strap engages with friction loops rather than a clip which means taking the bag off takes five-to-ten seconds. That doesn't sound like much until you have to deal with multiple trips through airport and transit security or are hopping from rickshaw to rickshaw. The main (non-camera) storage compartment is zippered (which is fine) but has an extra top that is connected with snap buttons. If you want anything out of there (say the iPad or your chewing gum) you have to zip AND button...-Rigidity of the pack relies on main compartments being fastened.The snap buttons and zippers are essential to the rigidity of the pack so you can't leave them open if you want to reliably use the top handle. That's really annoying when you just want to move the bag a few feet.-Does not truly fit cameras with portrait grips. I mean, my 5D+grip DID fit but it was really tight. I wouldn't expect the zippers to last long term with the amount of stretch that is required of them to fit a camera with a portrait grip. So, I wouldn't actually recommend this bag for anyone who has a camera outfitted that way.-Bottom padding. This is mentioned in another review but I'll repeat it: It should have more than what's there.And just FYI - the A2560RC rain cover (purchased separately) doesn't really fit this backpack well.All-in-all, it's a GREAT looking bag that is functional for someone who is working with regular-sized DSLRs and isn't really going to be hiking for long stretches. I will keep it around for my day or weekend trips but for my next long excursion, I will probably look at alternatives like the Thule Perspektiv or something from the Manfrotto Professional line.-UPDATE- March 2015As I expected, the stitching of the camera compartment zippers is beginning to tear and this is only after sending it on one more safari to Guatemala. It is definitely not suitable for larger-bodied cameras with portrait grips.-UPDATE- November 2016After nearly two years of having this pack, I have to say it's grown on me. I'm upgrading the stars to four (from three) and this is the result of switching to non-portrait grip bodies. Aside from the minuscule tearing I mentioned above, the pack has remained in nearly the same condition as when I started using it in 2014. The sheer number of loops has lent it a versatility I didn't think I needed when I first purchased it -and yet, I have attached all manner of lenses, bounces, camping bags, water bottles, etc... Through it all, the bag's construction remains solid and wear is much, much slower than I've experienced with any other bag I've owned. All my above complaints remain but I'm already ruing the day I have to buy a new bag. Finding as versatile & durable a bag that also addresses the weaknesses is going to be difficult, to say the least.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Used to be awesome, lost its advantages vs other bags
*by S***R on July 2, 2018*

I bought the older version of this bagpack few years ago and ordered this new model as replacement due to broken zippers. Such a great bag (and still is for durability and its additional pockets and spaces). But very disappointed to see the shoulder straps are much narrower now by a full inch (see picture). It makes a huge difference on long hikes when carrying heavy camera gears, tripod and other items. With these new straps It is guaranteed that it is going to hurt!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-08*