Antler Icon Mini Messenger vs Nomatic McKinnon Camera Sling 5L
The Antler Icon Mini Messenger is 5L and 0.53kg1.2lb; the Nomatic McKinnon Camera Sling 5L is 5L and 0.59kg1.3lb. The Antler Icon Mini Messenger is 0.06kg0.1lb lighter. The Antler Icon Mini Messenger costs $19.99000000000001 less. The Antler Icon Mini Messenger fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Nomatic McKinnon Camera Sling 5L fits 36; under the seat, 23 and 23 of 26.
| Spec | Antler Icon Mini Messenger | Nomatic McKinnon Camera Sling 5L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $120Best | $139.99 |
| Volume | 5L | 5L |
| Weight | 0.53kg1.2lbBest | 0.59kg1.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 88% | 88% |
| Dimensions | 16×30×11cm6.5×12×4.5in | 17.8×27.9×14cm7×11×5.5in |
| Laptop | n/a | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | n/a | quick-latch wireframe lid |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 5 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | Yes |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | Yes |
| Material | 100% recycled material in a bespoke weave, water-resistant finish | 75% nylon, 25% polyethylene |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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