Modern Dayfarer DAYFARER Backpack 18L vs Nomatic Luma Camera Pack 18L
The Modern Dayfarer DAYFARER Backpack 18L is 18L and 1.18kg2.6lb; the Nomatic Luma Camera Pack 18L is 18L and 1.18kg2.6lb. They weigh the same. The Modern Dayfarer DAYFARER Backpack 18L costs $20.99000000000001 less. The Modern Dayfarer DAYFARER Backpack 18L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Nomatic Luma Camera Pack 18L fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 1 of 26.
| Spec | Modern Dayfarer DAYFARER Backpack 18L | Nomatic Luma Camera Pack 18L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $209Best | $229.99 |
| Volume | 18L | 18L |
| Weight | 1.18kg2.6lb | 1.18kg2.6lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27%Best | 4% |
| Dimensions | 44×29×16cm17.5×11.5×6.5in | 45.7×29.2×17.8cm18×11.5×7in |
| Laptop | 16" | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 1 |
| Opening | Clamshell, full clamshell main compartment, laptop sleeve, quick-access pockets | Panel access, back, side and top access |
| Warranty | n/a | 5 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | Yes |
| Material | 100% recycled high-tenacity 420D Velocity nylon with PU backing, Fidlock V-Buckle, YKK AquaGuard zippers, Hypalon zipper pulls | 900D poly ox |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Modern Dayfarer DAYFARER Backpack 18L | Nomatic Luma Camera Pack 18L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| British Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| easyJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.