Top 10 Camera Slings for Minimal Creators & Travelers

1. Everything Sling 4L

Best For: Photo walks, street photography, or a day out on the town.

This bag adapts seamlessly to different carry modes and body positions. You can switch shoulders, wear it on the front or back, and pack it super easily.

The removable divider organizes the main compartment for personal items or a compact camera. A molded foam slip pocket protects your Nintendo Switch. Made with high-density micro ripstop nylon and YKK reverse coil zippers, it’s tough enough for rugged outdoor use and rainy days. Inside, there’s space for your phone, passport, wallet, and cash. The main pocket fits smaller mirrorless cameras, the top pocket holds keys or snacks, and the front pocket is perfect for sunglasses and filters.

Built for photo walks and city exploration, it fits a compact camera like the X-T50 with a pancake lens, no bulky backpack required. The 1.5” seatbelt-style strap ensures all-day comfort, even with a tank top.

2. Long Weekend Monterey Sling

Best For: Weekend warriors who love film and good design.

It's a super cute spin on Long Weekend's compact cross-body sling. Boasting 2L of capacity, this tiny sidekick will accommodate your film camera, point-and-shoot camera, plus-sized phone, and other everyday necessities. Its classic shape, combined with the adjustable strap, makes it comfortable and suitable to wear either around your waist or across your body. Furthermore, its external zip pockets and cargo spaces are ideal for quick access items such as additional rolls of film. Inside, you'll find an easy-to-use slip pocket, perfect for stowing away larger phones in an organized fashion.

3. Moment Everything Sling 2L

Best For: Everyday carry, all-day sightseeing, and festivals.

This versatile fanny sling is perfect for your daily carry needs. Not only is it adjustable and comfortable, but it can expand up to 4 inches to fit a windbreaker while still being able to shrink down for minimal carry. Its size is legally compatible with outdoor festivals and concerts, fitting everything you need from keys, wallets, phones, and even 35mm cameras.

Built with recycled materials and a double waterproof coating, this pack ensures optimal protection against the weather and comfort against your body. Reverse coil zippers add an extra layer of security during rainstorms, allowing you to wear the pack for hours with various gear and size combinations.

3. Nomatic McKinnon Camera Sling

Best For: All-day wear, on the plane, or weekend photoshoots.

You get the charm and waterproof capabilities of the McKinnon 25L backpack but in a compact camera sling. With an 8L capacity, it's perfect for carrying essentials without the bulk. The sling features a rigid wireframe opening for quick, full-view access on the move and a quick-latching system for one-handed gear retrieval. Inside, you'll find an elastic zippered mesh pocket and dedicated slots for memory cards and camera batteries. Carry a tripod on the bottom or longer shoot-days or solo vlog scenes.

The best part is it's actually super comfortable to sport all day, no matter where the day takes you, thanks to the padded and cinched straps with sweat-wicking materials.

4. Rugged Camera Sling 10L

Best For: Adventurers or those who like wet climates.

This multipurpose camera sling is designed to protect your equipment and keep you organized, no matter where you may be. Constructed from solid bomber materials and padded for extra durability, this rectangular bag can fit a plethora of items.

Inside are several pockets, customizable dividers, and a "Stability Strap" to keep it tight when you're in motion. The bag's ergonomic design allows it to be used comfortably by right — or left-handed shooters, and its rugged construction guarantees it will withstand any gnarly outdoor conditions.

5. Peak Design Everyday Sling 6L

Best For: Everyday outings or photo walks.

Designed with the minimalist creative, the Everyday Sling is a versatile and stylish way to carry the goods – whether for an everyday errand or for carrying your photography equipment. This bag can easily be worn cross-body as a sling or around the waist. And it looks anything but a camera bag.

The outer material of the sling is designed to maintain its fresh look after wear and tear from traveling and is made from water-repellent materials, so it won't be ruined if you get caught in the rain. The main strap is also adjustable, so you can cinch it tightly when biking or hiking.

5. WANDRD D1 Fanny Pack V2

Best For: Everyday outings, music festivals, or morning walks.

The D1 Fanny Pack is a super sexy-looking sling, great for any activity and comfortable for all-day wear. Whether you prefer to sling it over your shoulder or to cinch it around your waist, this badass bag provides dedicated organization for carrying the essentials, such as your phone, keys, and wallet, with additional room for a small camera like the X100VI.

Featuring the same incredible exterior texture found on the popular PRVKE bags, the D1 Fanny Pack is made to last a lifetime and will resist damage from daily wear and tear. Plus, it's an insanely good-looking addition to your everyday outfit.

7. Rennen X-Pac Crossbody Sling 2.5L

Best For: Rugged hikes for a small point-and-shoot and a beer can.

From mountain tops to mountain trails, the Rennen X-Pac Crossbody keeps you moving while feeling sleek. This lightweight, waterproof bag features USA-made, triple-layer laminated X-Pac construction that fuses futuristic design with amazing functionality. Secure zippered compartments and stash pockets organize your keys and wallet, while a padded back pocket keeps your phone safe and accessible. Lash points inside and on the strap wings allow for extra attachments, and built-in webbing keepers prevent dangling straps.

Inside, you'll find dual back-wall pockets for organizing a small point-and-shoot and a small front-wall zipper pocket for tiny items. And a full-size zipped pocket on the back panel offers fast access to your phone.

9. Nomatic Navigator Sling

Best For: Larger shoots or larger carry for commutes.

The Navigator Sling is built for people who move fast and don’t have time for junk gear. It’s 20% lighter than the original, made from tough, water-resistant 400D Nylon and 330 Poly that toughs out rain and spills.

Inside, you’ve got a spot for your 13” laptop or tablet, a mess of mesh pockets for cords and loose bits, pen slots, elastic catches, and a cord pass-through so you can charge without digging like a fool. Outside, there’s a hideaway water bottle pocket, a quick-draw card slot on the strap for subway scrambles, a cushy foam back panel to keep the sweat off, and a luggage handle pass-through when it’s time to skip town. Built to work hard and keep you moving.

The Sling comes in two sizes: a 10L if you need the extra room for a laptop, or a 6L if you’re rolling lighter with just an 11" tablet. The 6L ditches the luggage pass-through but keeps the same no-nonsense toughness. Pick your size and get out there.

10. Peak Design Outdoor Sling

Best For: Downpours, hikes, trailblazers, etc.

The Peak Design Outdoor Sling is built for people who don't know where the day’s going but want to be ready for it anyway. It’s sleek, tough, and so damn light you’ll forget it's there until you need it. The padded shoulder strap with custom glass-reinforced nylon hardware lets you sling it cross-body or around the waist, and if you’re hopping on a bike or running full tilt.

The shell is 210D ripstop nylon made from 100% recycled material, coated to laugh off rain, mud, and anything else you might get into. A padded magnetic phone pocket, a quick-access outer zip pocket, and eight internal mesh pockets keep your gear from turning into a junk drawer. Fair Trade Certified, 100% carbon neutral, and tougher than it looks.