Beyond the Lens: My Everyday Essential Camera Gear
I decided to share my basic camera gear in case this information can be useful to someone starting out who has no idea where to begin.
A quick note to remember before you embark on your photography journey, the gear doesn’t make the photographer. That being said, the technology these days is quite impressive and if you know you’ll be shooting more indoor events with darkly lit rooms or at nighttime, investing in a camera that has the best ISO is the way to go. The best piece of advice I’ve received countless times over the years: invest in the best quality you can afford if it will make your job easier, more effective, and run more smoothly.
CAMERA BODY
For the last five years I have been shooting on Sony. I was originally a Canon girl but when Sony announced the creation of full frame mirrorless, I needed the upgrade and Canon had yet to produce a mirrorless camera. For me I was searching for lightweight and vibrant colors and Sony was the best option at the time. I shoot on The A7ii which is considered a relic these days but it’s my trusty body and I love the way it photographs. I recommend going with The A7iii or A7IV as these models are sharper, have touch screens, and have more dynamic range.
LENS
I use my 24-70 mm GM FE lens daily. It’s a great versatile lens that works wonders for portraits and landscapes.
I also love the f/ 1.4 FE 85 mm lens for portraits. This is a great lens that does very well in low light but also allows me to stand at a further distance t events and still get beautiful crip images.
LIGHTING
My main camera flash is the Profoto A1X for Sony. The A1x is incredibly easy to use and syncs with my camera pretty quickly. I also use the A1 Profoto Soft Bounce for those extra dark rooms that need more light. All the attachments are magnetic which makes things simple while connecting different flash accessories.
For my backup flash I went with Godox V1 TTL Flash and XProS Flash Trigger for Sony
STORAGE
Western Digital external hard drives are great for image storing. I opt for portable ones with plenty of space.
ACCESSORIES
I really love my camera strap for everyday use, it doesn’t pull or strain my neck. If I am photographing an event I prefer to use this crossbody strap. Both straps are durable, and I never worry about my camera falling. When I have my flash attached to my camera, I like my strap to have a bit more support and movement that’s why I opt for a cross body camera strap.
Finally, I would be lost without my Brevite Backpack. It fits all my everyday gear and I never have to worry about anything getting damaged. The water-resistant materials keep my mind at ease when I’m outside shooting.
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