4.9 / 5.0 based on 1000+ Photographers

THE TOP SHELF

$303.00

~~$379.00~~

~~$379.00~~ $303.00

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Stable Platform for Making Lens Changes

Customizable Dividers

Durable and Secure

Water Resistant & Bonus Rain Cover

Advanced Bag With A Quick Learning Curve - Built For Creators Who Demand More From Their Gear

Lifetime Warranty

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Global Shipping Available

90 days return

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Top Shelf Review

Size

The dimensions are as follows:

Interior: 18 x 11 x 5 inches / 46 x 28 x 13 cm

Exterior: 19 x 12 x 7 inches / 48 x 30.5 x 18 cm

Weight: 4.4 LBS / 1.9 KGS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why do I need the Top Shelf?+

Instant access to all of your gear with the push of a button

Acts as a tabletop to change lenses, SD cards, batteries, etc.

Seamlessly change from a sling bag to backpack

Fits most cameras (refer to the FAQ section for dims)

Hidden tripod holder

What's the material?+

The bag is made of 500D Kodra Carbonate Coating PUX2, which is a high-quality water-resistant fabric. The bag also comes with a rain jacket for extra protection.

Weight and dimensions+

SIZE:
Interior 18 x 11 x 5 inches / 46 x 28 x 13 cm
Exterior 19 x 12 x 7 inches / 48 x 30.5 x 18 cm
WEIGHT: 4.4 LBS / 1.9 KGS

Gear Configuration Examples

*Most cameras with battery grips will not fit, however, it is possible to fit a such a camera if laid flat without the lens attached

Are the zippers waterproof?+

Typically, the rubber seals on waterproof zippers wear out quickly and will no longer function properly. Additionally, that type of zipper is more difficult to open due to higher friction, therefore, we decided to go with buttery smooth YKK non-waterproof zippers and included a rain jacket for wet weather.

What size laptop does it hold?+

The Top Shelf has a dedicated pouch that will accommodate most laptops up to 15” in length.

Does it hold a tripod?+

Yes. There are two hidden tripod straps and a pouch for the feet of the tripod. See the main page for further details.

What’s in the box?+

Top Shelf includes 11 dividers and a rain jacket.

Shipping, taxes, duties, policy, etc.+

In some cases, shipping is not included. Furthermore, import duties, sales tax, or VAT may apply depending on your country of residence. We recommend that potential customers check their country's import fees and tax policies, as well as the corresponding brokerage fees of FedEx/UPS since we are not liable for these charges.

For customers in the United States: Import duties are included in the shipping price. No additional duty charges will apply upon delivery.

For International customers: Import duties, taxes, and brokerage fees may still apply depending on your country of residence. These charges are the responsibility of the customer and are not included in the product or shipping price.

We do not offer shipping to India, Russia, Mexico, or South America, at the moment. If you do not see your country listed on the shipping information page, please send us a message.

In cases where a package is returned to us due to an incorrect address, or inadequate communication with the courier to arrange a delivery time, a re-shipping fee will be charged. In addition, packages marked delivered but reported missing may be subject to a re-shipping fee. In light of this, we highly recommend customers reach out to us to make special delivery arrangements before ordering in certain circumstances (e.g., will be away, previous incidents of theft, packages typically dropped off in plain sight). In any event, we would highly recommend that customers keep a close eye on their order once they have received a tracking number.

How it works+

For instructional videos on how the bag functions, please refer to our tutorial section.

Return & warranty policy+

Warranty/Return page

For instructional videos on how the bag functions, please refer to our tutorial section.

Customer Reviews

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Manj Bains

Great travel backpack
Hi I’m Manj (@manjbainsphotography ) I work at an airline . So I have travel a lot , I have probably gone throw 10 backs that didn’t work with all the camera stuff I take on trips . I bought the top shelf backpack when it first came out . And it was the best decision I made it was great for traveling. Perfect size for taking it on a plane . I take it on all my shoots Will hopefully be taking it on a trip to Japan hopefully in a week ,

Manj

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Troy Krebs

We'll worth the money
Do not hesitate. Buy the top shelf bag now. You will not be disappointed. I have had mine for several years now and absolutely love it. It goes everywhere with me. I have 2 full body Canon cameras and 2 smaller body cameras plus batteries GoPro's, and misc triggers and chargers. Plenty of room for everything.

Hi Troy,

This made our day — thank you! 🙌

We love hearing from long-time users who’ve really put The Top Shelf to work. It’s awesome to know it’s still going strong after years of adventures. We built it to be a true workhorse for creators like you — durable, accessible, and ready for anything.

Thanks for being part of the BEVISGEAR family! 💪

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Bryan Minear

I didn’t have high expectations when I bought this. In fact, as an owner of MANY bag, I felt the novelty of it would wear off quickly. But boy was I wrong. This has become my preferred daily carry bag. It’s the perfect size, and the access sling makes it the most functional camera bag I’ve ever used. If only I still photographed weddings, this would be the perfect bag to work out of.

My only complaint is that though it’s a perfect size and holds way more than you would expect, I’d love for the front pockets to allow a bit more room for extras. When the bag is packed out with gear and laptop, these pockets get real tight. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for bevisgear!

Hi Bryan,

Thank you for the awesome review!

And we totally get what you mean about the front pockets — they’re designed slim on purpose to keep the bag’s shape clean and balanced when fully packed. They’re best for quick-grab items like batteries, filters, lens caps or cables.

We love hearing feedback like this though — it helps shape what’s next for BEVISGEAR!

We apprecaite you ;)

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Peter I A.

This camera case if built like a tank. I was able to fit all my favorite lenses and my Sony A1 II in this case and I still have room for some little miscellaneous things. I love it and recommend you to give it a try.

Love hearing this! 💪 We definitely built The Top Shelf to be tough enough for any adventure — glad it’s earning that “built like a tank” title!

Appreciate the support and the recommendation — it means a lot! 🙌

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Dave M.

Big fan of this bag. Would like it a hair bigger because of the medium format gear I use, and more fabric style options.
Still a winner of a bag though.

Dave
Los Angeles

Thanks so much for the love! 🙌

We’re stoked to hear you’re a big fan of The Top Shelf. Totally understand wanting a bit more room for that medium format setup — and noted on the fabric options too! We’re always exploring ways to expand the lineup, so feedback like this really helps shape what’s next. Appreciate you being part of the Bevisgear community!

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