After seven years of close to fixed journey, that is the equipment I carry and why it really works higher for me than any influencer-driven packing lists. I’m not a gear obsessive and, if I’m brutally trustworthy, most digital camera evaluations go away me chilly, apologies to my esteemed comrades who write them.
The countless query I get of what digital camera I exploit misses the purpose. Nonetheless, I do care deeply about instruments. I exploit one of the best tools I can afford as a result of picture high quality issues whenever you make massive gallery prints. Weight issues too. I stroll cities for hours, and each gram counts. My purpose is easy. Neglect the equipment rapidly and concentrate on trying.
That mentioned, since most individuals ask the query, so that is what I pack and why. It really works for me.
Fujifilm GFX100RF
For me, the last word journey digital camera (thus far). Medium format high quality in a compact physique with stunning tone and color. I’ve spent 30 years fascinated by the best journey digital camera, and this comes closest. Sometimes, I miss an extended attain lens, however total, it’s spot on.
Artisan & Artist silk digital camera strap (pink)
Probably an indulgence, however the silk is so versatile, snug and versatile. It wraps across the hand, works cross-body and may be shortened with a fast knot for shoulder carry.
Fujifilm X100V (backup)
My backup digital camera. It hardly ever comes out, however I like realizing it’s there.
Godox V1 flashgun
The best way I journey offers me little management over time, mild or when and the place I’m. I’ve to react to what I get. Flash provides consistency, however greater than that, I just like the aesthetic of robust fill flash.
Godox XPro wi-fi flash set off
Helpful in concept for serving to me ‘form’ mild. In follow, it’s unreliable and drives me nuts. If a easy cable existed, I might use that as a substitute.
Wandrd PRVKE Lite digital camera backpack
Nicely-made, slick and classy. Primarily used to get a equipment by airports and all the opposite hurdles related to long-haul journey. I solely work from it when mountain climbing. On metropolis streets, it stays put.
Billingham shoulder bag
Almost 30 years previous and nonetheless going robust. Good dimension for the Fujifilm GFX100RF and equipment. Initially purchased for a Contax G1 system. The advantages of a shoulder bag are quite a few, however fast entry and with the ability to swing it to the entrance of my physique swiftly are essentially the most essential causes, particularly in crowded cities.
Gitzo Traveller journey tripod (typically)
Packed sometimes and used hardly ever. Airport safety may be suspicious, so it typically goes in checked baggage.
Manfrotto pocket tripod (at all times)
Used primarily to carry my iPhone for behind-the-scenes footage. However it’ll maintain the Fujfilm GFX100RF simply.
iPhone 17 Professional
A vital software for notes, distant triggering and capturing broadcast-quality behind-the-scenes video. It’s additionally a fairly spectacular images software in its personal proper.
Rode tieclip microphones
Small, efficient and primarily used with my iPhone for good clear audio.
LaCie Rugged moveable SSD
Important for backing up on the transfer. Dependable and difficult. I will again up as quickly as I get again to my room. I don’t format playing cards till I’m again within the UK, in order that anytime I at all times have at the least two copies of all information.
SD playing cards
Round twelve 128 GB Lexar playing cards. I work slowly and intentionally, so pace is just not important.
SD card instances x2
One for full playing cards, one for formatted playing cards prepared to make use of.
Spare batteries
At the very least one totally charged spare for the digital camera and flash. Sufficient for a full day.
MacBook Professional M4
For backing up and enhancing on the go, and nearly every thing else wanted to work as a contract artistic on the go, I can not fairly convey myself to say ‘digital nomad’, however you get the drift.
Cables and chargers
Most of my equipment is now USB-C, which simplifies life massively. I additionally carry a number of world journey adapters.
A roll {of electrical} tape
I by no means go away residence with out it, and nor ought to another self-respecting photographer. Gaffer tape is sweet too, however too massive to journey with. I do not assume there’s been a visit once I have not used electrical tape for one thing.
Pocket book and pencil
I want I have been a greater journaler or diarist, however I’m not. Nevertheless, a pocket book is beneficial, particularly for making a notice of the names or individuals I {photograph} together with their contact particulars. I additionally carry enterprise playing cards to provide to individuals I {photograph}.