Hmmm in my opinion, i guess its pretty subjective to your needs bah. Slingbag quicker access. But i have a customary barge, the monster size version of the sinking barge. But i love it because on travelling, i can use it as an all in one bag especially hiking and trekking. Thick padding, laptop slots, solid tripod holder, can put 2 cams at the bottom, and the top can put jacket, food, knife and stuff. plus got rain cover. so its really see your own needs. Like some pple wear boxers, some wear briefs like that lol