What's In My Bag?
Updated: Sep 21, 2020
After taking a break, B Bold Blog is back!! Back with some more photography information and insight. Whether your a fellow photography, a newbie, a perspective client, or just curious, I think that there is something in here for everyone!
So, I have put together a detailed list of what I always have in my camera bag. I shoot with Canon; so, as you can see, much of my equipment is Canon. In bold, you will see what I typically Always have on my camera.
Lights
Canon 580EXII Speedlite
PT-DFLEXT1C External Flash
LP-MICRO LITEPANEL
Camera
Canon 5D Mark II Full Frame Body
Canon 24-105mm L-Series Lens (Primary)
Canon 70-200mm L-Series Image Stabilizer Lens
Canon 28-135mm Lens
Canon Battery Grip BG-E6
Canon Battery Charger
HDMI Cord
CF Cards
CF Card Readers
(Cleaning the Camera)
Lens Q-tips
Air Puffer for Lens
Commander Lens Cleaner
Lens Cleaning Cloths (One attached to my camera at all times)
Action
Band-Aids
Bobby Pins
Small Hair Rubber Bands
Standard Hairbands
Notepad and Pen
Feminine Care Products
AA & AAA Batteries
And it all comes in...
Amazonbasics camera bag with a rain cover
I believe in order to create quality images, it is important to have quality equipment and knowledge. I have invested in quality equipment and a quality education in photography to be able to prepare me to create memories for myself and others.
I have multiple external light sources that I only use when I absolutely need to. I am not personally a fan of using artificial light nor do I care for the look of it in the final image. However, desperate times call for it and I like to make sure I am prepared.
Along with that quality equipment, I make sure I have what I need to keep it in good shape. I make sure to never be rough on my lenses. I always have lens caps on when I am not shooting. When I am transferring lenses, I always make sure to do so quickly, safely, and in a clean environment. I also have tools to keep my equipment clean throughout a shoot. Some added bonuses of my camera bag are that it rolls, it can turn into a backpack, and it has a rain jacket of its own! All of this helps insure that my equipment is safe inside.
In making sure I have the best shoot possible, I like to make sure I am prepared in every way possible. That means being prepared for any cuts, scrapes, accidents, or even just fashion needs. I am ready for my clients and myself.
So, that is what I have in my bag. What do you have in yours? What do you think I should add? Let me know!
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