The New Stuff
Before we discuss the beauty of the Everything line as a whole, we have to address the new kids on the block: the 2L and 4L slings. These things are RAD.
I was immediately struck by the quality of these slings the moment I pulled them out of the box. The hand feel of the micro-ripstop fabric, the YKK zippers, the interior lining and padding, and the metal buckles throughout all feel very premium. The padded main compartment of the 4L sling has the same sturdiness as the dividers we often use in camera backpacks and camera cubes.
Speaking of, I was thrilled to discover that my current favorite digital camera, the Sony A7CII, could easily fit into the main compartment of the 4L. I paired it with my Sony GM 50mm 1.4 on the body and still had room to spare to bring my Sony G 20mm 1.8. This has quickly become my favorite way to carry my camera kit cross-body, especially because I can still squeeze in a VND and some wireless mics and have everything I need to make videos on the go. And if I’m not carrying a camera, I can just detach that internal divider, throw in my Switch, a book, a pair of headphones, and enjoy the afternoon at a coffee shop.
The 2L is no slouch, either. While I personally like to carry a slightly larger sling, this option would be excellent for smaller camera setups or as a simple, elegant solution to carrying your phone, keys, wallet, and other EDC essentials.
As you might have guessed, the real winner for me is the 4L sling. The Everything line really needed a sling in the lineup, and I think the size, form factor, user experience, and versatility of the 4L is just fantastic. In my opinion, it’s a perfect encapsulation of what makes the Everything line so great.