The best camera you posses is the one at your disposal.
Below, I’ve listed the tools and equipment I rely on daily for my photography. Alongside these tools, I've curated a selection of recommended photography books, documentaries, and TV shows that have been invaluable in shaping my creative journey.
It's essential to note that while these tools enhance my craft, they’re not necessary for capturing compelling images. As a beginner photographer, remember that the best camera you possess is the one at your disposal. With consistent practice, dedication, and gradual improvements, you can consider investing in advanced equipment.
If you have any questions about what camera gear you should buy, it would be quite challenging for me to provide a specific answer without fully understanding your unique needs and the particular genre of photography you’re interested in. However, exploring the equipment I use and dedicating time to thorough research can help you make an informed decision that aligns with your requirements and preferences.
Photography Essentials
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Canon R5 Mark II
Primary Camera
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Canon EOS R5 & R6
Secondary & Backup Camera
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Canon Battery Pack
LP-E6P
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Holy Trinity of Lenses
Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 USM Lens
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 USM Lens
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 USM Lens
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Moment CineBloom VND
77mm & 82mm
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Camera / Lens Rainsleeve
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PGYTECH CreateMate CFexpress Type B/SD Card Reader Case
Moss Green
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Sony UHS-II Memory Card
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Sony CFexpress Type B Memory Card
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Peak Design Slide Lite Camera Strap
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Neewer 43" Light Reflector 5-in-1
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SMALLRIG Folding Tool Set
POV Essentials
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DJI Osmo Action Chest Mount
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DJI Osmo Action 6
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DJI Mic 3
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SanDisk Extreme PRO mircoSDXC Memory Card
Mobile Essentials
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iPhone 15 Pro Max
Natural Titanium
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Moment Lenses
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AirPods Pro 3
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Anker MagGo Power Bank
Travel Essentials
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Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III
Point & Shoot Camera
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Sony Wireless Headphones
WH1000XM6
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14" MacBook Pro
Space Black
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Apple Watch Ultra 3
Natural
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AirTags
4-Pack
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Pelican Case
1506 Air
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Peak Design Travel Tripod
Carbon Fiber
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Tactical Knife
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Baby Milo Backpack
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Peak Design Camera Clip V3
Hardware & Software Essentials
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Uplift Standing Desk
Rubberwood
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Dell 27" 4K Monitor
U2723QE
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Mac Studio
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Keychron Mechanical Keyboard
C2 Pro QMK
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Logitech MX Master 4
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Synology DiskStation
DS1823xs+
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Apple iPad Pro 11"
Space Black
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Apple Pencil Pro
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Apple Creator Studio
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Motion Array
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Musicbed
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Adobe Creative Cloud
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Professional Photographers of America
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Backblaze Cloud Backup
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Skillshare
Books
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The Polaroid Book
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Magnum Contact Sheets
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Bystander: A History of Street Photography
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Back In The Days
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The Last Sunday In June
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A Time Before Crack
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Seconds of My Life
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Sights in the City: New York Street Photographs
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Gordon Parks: The New Tide: Early Work 1940–1950
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The Americans
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Helen Levitt
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Diane Arbus: An Aperture Monograph: Fortieth-Anniversary Edition
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Lisette Model
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The Pillar
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Fred Herzog: Modern Color
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Lauren Greenfield: Generation Wealth
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Annie Leibovitz: Portraits 2005-2016
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Aftermath
Documentaries & TV Shows
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The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman's Portrait Photography
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Finding Vivian Maier
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Everybody Street
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Jamel Shabazz Street Photographer
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Bill Cunningham New York
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Master of Photography
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Top Photographer with Nigel Barker
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Photographer
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Abstract: Art of Design
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Tales by Light
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The Last Year of Polaroid Film
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War Photographer
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Exposure