The Large DSLR Core Unit v3, your perfect companion for the Action X40, X50, Explore 35 backpacks, and more! With its seamless integration into the side access of these backpacks, you'll have quick and convenient camera access whenever you need it. Plus, it's compatible with the X70 backpack, Carry-On, and DV rollers, ensuring versatility for all your adventures. Maximize your storage capacity with the Large Core Unit. Designed to fit perfectly in the Action X40, X50, Explore 35, and Carry-On Roller, it provides ample space for all your gear. Enjoy the benefits of EVA laminated dividers and sidewalls, a removable skin that's lightweight and versatile, and an internal frame that adds rigidity and support. Say goodbye to worries about fitting your mirrorless and DSLR cameras! The DSLR depth of the Large Core Unit accommodates cameras up to 16 cm (6.3 in) tall, including gripped bodies. It's the ultimate solution for carrying multiple bodies and long lenses, ensuring you capture every shot with ease.
The Large DSLR Core Unit v3, your perfect companion for the Action X40, X50, Explore 35 backpacks, and more! With its seamless integration into the side access of these backpacks, you'll have quick and convenient camera access whenever you need it. Plus, it's compatible with the X70 backpack, Carry-On, and DV rollers, ensuring versatility for all your adventures. Maximize your storage capacity with the Large Core Unit. Designed to fit perfectly in the Action X40, X50, Explore 35, and Carry-On Roller, it provides ample space for all your gear. Enjoy the benefits of EVA laminated dividers and sidewalls, a removable skin that's lightweight and versatile, and an internal frame that adds rigidity and support. Say goodbye to worries about fitting your mirrorless and DSLR cameras! The DSLR depth of the Large Core Unit accommodates cameras up to 16 cm (6.3 in) tall, including gripped bodies. It's the ultimate solution for carrying multiple bodies and long lenses, ensuring you capture every shot with ease.
The Large DSLR Core Unit v3, your perfect companion for the Action X40, X50, Explore 35 backpacks, and more! With its seamless integration into the side access of these backpacks, you'll have quick and convenient camera access whenever you need it. Plus, it's compatible with the X70 backpack, Carry-On, and DV rollers, ensuring versatility for all your adventures. Maximize your storage capacity with the Large Core Unit. Designed to fit perfectly in the Action X40, X50, Explore 35, and Carry-On Roller, it provides ample space for all your gear. Enjoy the benefits of EVA laminated dividers and sidewalls, a removable skin that's lightweight and versatile, and an internal frame that adds rigidity and support. Say goodbye to worries about fitting your mirrorless and DSLR cameras! The DSLR depth of the Large Core Unit accommodates cameras up to 16 cm (6.3 in) tall, including gripped bodies. It's the ultimate solution for carrying multiple bodies and long lenses, ensuring you capture every shot with ease.
The Large DSLR Core Unit v3, your perfect companion for the Action X40, X50, Explore 35 backpacks, and more! With its seamless integration into the side access of these backpacks, you'll have quick and convenient camera access whenever you need it. Plus, it's compatible with the X70 backpack, Carry-On, and DV rollers, ensuring versatility for all your adventures. Maximize your storage capacity with the Large Core Unit. Designed to fit perfectly in the Action X40, X50, Explore 35, and Carry-On Roller, it provides ample space for all your gear. Enjoy the benefits of EVA laminated dividers and sidewalls, a removable skin that's lightweight and versatile, and an internal frame that adds rigidity and support. Say goodbye to worries about fitting your mirrorless and DSLR cameras! The DSLR depth of the Large Core Unit accommodates cameras up to 16 cm (6.3 in) tall, including gripped bodies. It's the ultimate solution for carrying multiple bodies and long lenses, ensuring you capture every shot with ease.
Last updated at 06/23/2026 11:05:46
Shimoda Core Unit Small for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras (520-091)
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Shimoda DSLR Core Unit - Small
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
Ive read some very critical reviews on this insert and I agree with none of them. Im used to f-stop products and I own two of their ICUs, serving the same purpose. BTW, the Shimoda fits perfectly in an f-stop bag like mine. It also fits perfectly in a couple of my non-photo backpacks, which I sometimes prefer to use for a light solution either on hiking or touring a city as a tourist. This insert can easily protect very adequately 4 to 5 lenses (Sony E-mount) at the bottom of those non-photo backpacks. Well manufactured & light. Better quality than f-stop ICUs - thinner yet sturdier walls and separations - and thinner does not mean less protection.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
When used in conjunction with the Shimoda Explorer V2 30 backpack- it allows me to include a number of additional small manual lenses I like to use with my Sony A7RV. So it is a nice addition. My only issue is that I plan to use my Shimoda with the large core unit and then this insert cannot be used in this particular bag.
originally posted on adorama.com
I use two of these in my Shinoda Explore 60. It's really meant for the Shimoda system. I've also got a Manfrotto medium size backpack and this doesn't fit in it -- too deep. Got the small unit because two of them allows for the most configuration options in a Shimoda bag. Great quality and trim wall parts. Strong velcro. Waterproof on its own which is nice to have.
| Closure Method | Zipper |
| Interior Dimensions | 26.5 x 28.0 x 16.0 cm |
| Exterior Dimensions | 29 x 13 x 17 cm |
Shimoda Core Unit Small for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras (520-091)
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Shimoda DSLR Core Unit - Small
Delivery $9.90
Shimoda DSLR Core Unit - Small
Delivery $15
Shimoda Core Unit Small - Parisian Night
Delivery $9.95
Shimoda Core Unit Small - Parisian Night
Delivery $10
Ive read some very critical reviews on this insert and I agree with none of them. Im used to f-stop products and I own two of their ICUs, serving the same purpose. BTW, the Shimoda fits perfectly in an f-stop bag like mine. It also fits perfectly in a couple of my non-photo backpacks, which I sometimes prefer to use for a light solution either on hiking or touring a city as a tourist. This insert can easily protect very adequately 4 to 5 lenses (Sony E-mount) at the bottom of those non-photo backpacks. Well manufactured & light. Better quality than f-stop ICUs - thinner yet sturdier walls and separations - and thinner does not mean less protection.
When used in conjunction with the Shimoda Explorer V2 30 backpack- it allows me to include a number of additional small manual lenses I like to use with my Sony A7RV. So it is a nice addition. My only issue is that I plan to use my Shimoda with the large core unit and then this insert cannot be used in this particular bag.
I use two of these in my Shinoda Explore 60. It's really meant for the Shimoda system. I've also got a Manfrotto medium size backpack and this doesn't fit in it -- too deep. Got the small unit because two of them allows for the most configuration options in a Shimoda bag. Great quality and trim wall parts. Strong velcro. Waterproof on its own which is nice to have.
I have the Shimoda Action X50 starter kit camera bag. I thought the small core unit would give me additional storage capacity for my lenses. But it is too hard to get at when placed above the medium DSLR core unit that came with the pack. It also intrudes into the roll-top area which reduces that space for packing extra clothing. Something to keep in mind when considering a purchase of this product.
Perfect addition to my Shimoda X-50 Backpack. Excellent quality, well built and fits perfectly into the pack. One of the things I like the most that I can put this on top of my clothes inside the pack and open it from the top to get my camera & lens without having to unzip the back from the back. Or can put this unit on top of my existing core unit. Either way, it's a win, win. Well worth the price.
I've read rave reviews about the comfort of Shimoda's backpacks, and I see no reason to doubt them; it seems that their harnesses and a couple other noteworthy features deserve accolades. Before purchasing one of these inserts, however, please see the reviews of the medium core unit by Shimoda as well; I don't see them as being on the same high level as the packs themselves.This insert does not allow for much customization in layout, and seems to provide less padding than a typical insert with softer padding (such as inserts from F-Stop Gear and others). The impression is that the padding is quite robust, but, because of its density, not particularly cushioned. High-frequency vibrations such as those encountered in airplanes and road vehicles seem to be ... MoreI've read rave reviews about the comfort of Shimoda's backpacks, and I see no reason to doubt them; it seems that their harnesses and a couple other noteworthy features deserve accolades. Before purchasing one of these inserts, however, please see the reviews of the medium core unit by Shimoda as well; I don't see them as being on the same high level as the packs themselves.This insert does not allow for much customization in layout, and seems to provide less padding than a typical insert with softer padding (such as inserts from F-Stop Gear and others). The impression is that the padding is quite robust, but, because of its density, not particularly cushioned. High-frequency vibrations such as those encountered in airplanes and road vehicles seem to be transmitted to the enclosed equipment, whereas thicker padding seems far likelier to dampen those vibrations.In addition, as some other reviewers have stated, even wide lenses with a 77 mm filter size don't fit particularly well into the individual lens bays, and an inordinate amount of customization is needed to compensate for this--customization that may not be possible without ordering additional dividers for the unit or supplying your own ones cannibalized from other systems.Sadly, after purchasing this, it generally doesn't see use. I instead resort to utilizing one or more from F-Stop Gear that suit my purposes better. Were it not for the fact that my Shimoda unit clearly shows signs of my use, I would have sought to return it.Full Disclosure: I used this insert inside an F-Stop Sukha bag (hoping in the future to purchase a Shimoda bag, which still is part of my plan), and it fit fine. The issue was not at all how the insert fits into a bag that it wasn't intended for, but rather the design and padding of the insert itself.
I had hoped that a third core unit would enable me to stabilize my go-to setup: Canon R5 with RF 100-500mm lens attached. Unfortunately, that combination doesn't quite fit into the core unit. The setup does fit crosswise without the unit, so I'll continue that way.
I bought these to use on my Shimoda 30 backpack. I found them to be ok. I wish they were slightly longer but not entirely the designers fault. The bigger issue is they dont have a strapping system to strap it to the inside of the backpack if youre not using two of them. One of them will fly around loosely unless you have two of them exerting pressure on each other. Would still recommend for the Shimoda backpacks and the overall system works well.
I bought this to add to my medium mirrorless core unit in my Shimoda Action X30 backpack. The small unit fits in the backpack with the medium unit and still leaves room to add additional stuff on the top even without utilizing the backpacks roll top expansion. It will allow me to add a 70-200 mm f2.8 lens to my gear. The small unit is well constructed just like the medium unit.
The other guy Todd totally nailed the review. Please read his as it's everything I would like to communicate about this small ICU as well as the medium shimoda insert. I would like to add that this small insert is even worse than the medium as far as functionality. The dimensions make no sense as it's too big for even a full frame dslr, yet too small for dividing something smaller like an APSC or mirrorless camera. I don't know what this small insert was even made for. It will in fact, hold a mavic drone with the remote carelessly laid on top. I don't carry my drone always and it also doesn't do a great job at it so I have to say this is a worthless piece in my collection of worthless ICUs by Shimoda. Get an FStop ICU instead. The dimensions will fit inside this ... MoreThe other guy Todd totally nailed the review. Please read his as it's everything I would like to communicate about this small ICU as well as the medium shimoda insert. I would like to add that this small insert is even worse than the medium as far as functionality. The dimensions make no sense as it's too big for even a full frame dslr, yet too small for dividing something smaller like an APSC or mirrorless camera. I don't know what this small insert was even made for. It will in fact, hold a mavic drone with the remote carelessly laid on top. I don't carry my drone always and it also doesn't do a great job at it so I have to say this is a worthless piece in my collection of worthless ICUs by Shimoda. Get an FStop ICU instead. The dimensions will fit inside this bag. Ideally the medium pro FStop icu will fit in here with room for a few articles of clothing above it. I believe the large pro FStop will also fit, but will not leave any extra space in the main top compartment. Any of these will offer superior protection, configuration and fitment to your gear. Do not waste your money with this.
| Closure Method | Zipper |
| Interior Dimensions | 26.5 x 28.0 x 16.0 cm |
| Exterior Dimensions | 29 x 13 x 17 cm |
