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Microstock Photography Forum - General => Photography Equipment => Cameras / Lenses => Topic started by: leaf on November 05, 2010, 08:44
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I am wondering what you take along on a shoot in terms of gear that isn't a camera, lens or memory card.
I made a little wishlist on BHphoto for all my favorite items
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/wl/39D3EAC766?BI=1878&KW=&KBID=2528 (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/wl/39D3EAC766?BI=1878&KW=&KBID=2528)
I have three things (so far) I always like to take on a shoot.
52" reflector (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/220480-REG/Westcott_1036_Illuminator_Reflector_4_in_1.html?BI=1878&KW=&KBID=2528). Great for outdoor shoots, indoor shoots.. anything. A reflector really has to be the cheapest and simplest lighting method yet. I am sure any brand would work just as well but I have been impressed by the westcott reflectors.
Giottos Rocket Air Blower (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/259157-REG/Giottos_AA1900_Rocket_Air_Blower.html?BI=1878&KW=&KBID=2528) - a quick and effective way to clean the sensor .. or anything else dusty
ColorChecker Passport (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/651253-REG/X_Rite_MSCCPP.html?BI=1878&KW=&KBID=2528) - I was a little skeptical if I would really use this, but I bought it in the hopes that it would help with getting good color balance in my shots. It now comes along on every shoot and when I remember to use it :) I am very happy with the results.
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Gaffa tape and clamps/crocodile clips.
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Rechargeable batteries and charger for my flashes. Why is anyone still using regular batteries instead of rechargeables? ???
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Rechargeable batteries and charger for my flashes.
Thats it right there. Need to find my trigger batteries in a rechargeable form. Those are the only disposable type batteries I buy.
Beyond that.. Gasoline and Cigarettes.
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Yeah.... rechargable batteries. Spot on. Plus light modifiers - some professional (Lastolite - I like the one with the handle - it reduces hand fatigue) and some more basic (cuts of white card, small mirrors etc).
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I don't do people, so my camera bag has a hot shoe spirit level, a graduated ND filter and an intervalometer to do timelapses. My MP3 player and headphones are also essential, so I don't have to hear people saying "why are you taking photos of that?". Now I do video and timelapses, I reluctantly take a tripod everywhere but still don't use it much for stills.
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Can't remember life before the Pocket Wizards.
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My wife. I need adult supervision. ;D
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My anglefinder + knee-protectors - I like a VERY low angle, but I hate lying on my belly.
Collapsable reflector, Cokin filter set (ND grads mostly), tripod, fingerless gloves in winter.
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My wife. I need adult supervision. ;D
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nobody mentioned a light meter by the way?? maybe it's too old-fashioned stuff....
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My Geometr GPS unit for my D700. Comes in handy when doing image tagging, I can use the info tagged on the image in Google Earth so I can get the correct names of the surrounding land features on my landscape type shots. Also great just look at where you were for the shoot via the satellite image.
-Don
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MR's
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My Geometr GPS unit for my D700. Comes in handy when doing image tagging, I can use the info tagged on the image in Google Earth so I can get the correct names of the surrounding land features on my landscape type shots. Also great just look at where you were for the shoot via the satellite image.
-Don
That does sound useful. Is it an add on or standard equipment?
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Most of my favorites are covered already. Great list!
For me it's:
Husband/lighting assistant/extra model/production assistent :D,
Model releases,
5 in 1 reflector/diffuser,
Pocket wizards,
and Tramadol for when my back ache sets in halfway through the shoot ;)
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I am a large person, so standing for long periods of time aggravates my back. One essential piece of equipment for me is a portable stool:
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Walkstool-Basic-Stools/746565.uts?rid=0123456789 (http://www.cabelas.com/product/Walkstool-Basic-Stools/746565.uts?rid=0123456789)
For white/color balance, I bought these on eBay and they're fantastic:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Pro-Photo-18-Gray-Cards-White-Balance-card-CMY-3-LOT-/150498472349 (http://cgi.ebay.com/Pro-Photo-18-Gray-Cards-White-Balance-card-CMY-3-LOT-/150498472349)
Since I mostly record video, I have a Zoom H1 audio recorder, a shotgun microphone, a lav mic, and a Fader ND filter. I also always keep a fresh bottle of gatorade in one of the outer pockets of my camera bag.
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My Gitzo traveller CF tripod and ballhead with QR plate always goes with me. I also always have a Giottos retractable lens brush to get rid of any unwanted particles of dust. I have a couple small 12" reflectors; one aluminum/white and one gold/white that I like using in macro photography if I'm doing that.
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two of everything ;D
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I guess this list is for non-studio shooters, but I'll throw in my list for studio work. Aside from the obvious- good lights, sturdy tripod or studio stand, these are the things i can't live without:
C-stands; A-clamps; 30x40 silver/white cards; funtak; gaffer tape; little blocks for holding stuff up ( childcraft deluxe maple blocks), scissors; and diet pepsi.
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My Geometr GPS unit for my D700. Comes in handy when doing image tagging, I can use the info tagged on the image in Google Earth so I can get the correct names of the surrounding land features on my landscape type shots. Also great just look at where you were for the shoot via the satellite image.
-Don
That does sound useful. Is it an add on or standard equipment?
Hi Warren,
Its an add-on and has worked really well..........here is a link to Amazon so you check the specs if you like.
http://www.amazon.com/Geometr-Receiver-Nikon-Realtime-Geotag/dp/B0019T236A (http://www.amazon.com/Geometr-Receiver-Nikon-Realtime-Geotag/dp/B0019T236A)
It plugs into the ten pin port and comes with an adapter that slides into the hot shoe w/velcro on top and on the back of the GPS unit and sticks on there. Powers up and aquires a signal fairly quick.
Regards,
Don
You can also see your current GPS location and altitude via a menu option on the D700
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Tripod
Hiking Boots
Diet Dr Pepper....
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- lens tissue
- mini tripod (it's always in my bag)
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I am wondering what you take along on a shoot in terms of gear that isn't a camera, lens or memory card.
Flash (SB 800)
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My Geometr GPS unit for my D700. Comes in handy when doing image tagging, I can use the info tagged on the image in Google Earth so I can get the correct names of the surrounding land features on my landscape type shots. Also great just look at where you were for the shoot via the satellite image.
-Don
That does sound useful. Is it an add on or standard equipment?
Hi Warren,
Its an add-on and has worked really well..........here is a link to Amazon so you check the specs if you like.
[url]http://www.amazon.com/Geometr-Receiver-Nikon-Realtime-Geotag/dp/B0019T236A[/url] ([url]http://www.amazon.com/Geometr-Receiver-Nikon-Realtime-Geotag/dp/B0019T236A[/url])
It plugs into the ten pin port and comes with an adapter that slides into the hot shoe w/velcro on top and on the back of the GPS unit and sticks on there. Powers up and aquires a signal fairly quick.
Regards,
Don
You can also see your current GPS location and altitude via a menu option on the D700
I wish Canon would get on board and get a GPS solution that is a little less bulky. Currently you need a wireless wifi controller ($800) and a gps unit which is both expensive and bulky :(
I have just been logging GPS on a separate unit then merging the pictures to the gps log later. That works but it is a bit of a work around and not easy to remember to do.
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iPhone, receipt book, extra pen, couple hundred bucks in assorted bills, business cards, and some Tylenol
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Sandwiches...
Accessory wise it has to be a notebook and pen if I'm outdoors....I seem to come up with my best ideas for future work when I'm roaming the woods.