My Essential Camera Gear And Accessories. Here's Why

I’m so happy to see another Asian woman on YouTube talking about photography! You’re my inspiration ❤ I love that you’re discussing what you actually used, instead of what you packed, which is much more meaningful and real. Thank you for sharing!!

Would love if you could do a video on filters

For Sony E, check out the Tamron lenses. Much smaller, lighter and less expensive than Sony counterparts. IMO too much equipment, too much detail and 1 camera brand would do the same job, but everyone can make their own choice on how much to carry in their travels.

Thank you for such an excellent presentation!

Thank you for sharing your useful tips along with your munificent pictures. You are the most organized interpreter and photographer I have ever encountered.

Want much more videos. Very useful. ❤️ Thank you.

I like the fact that you also give info on how to still take photos with kids and while traveling which can be challenging. Real life can’t be stopped, so looking forward to seeing more of this in your videos. On the best way to do this given travel and so much going on. I don’t like my family waiting while I am trying to get a shot so much appreciated.

Just got recommended this video and I’m glad I did. You have such a good eye for great photos. I especially loved the desert photo. Look forward to more videos.

Hello! I love your videos, thank you so much 😊

17:24 I would urge everyone out there considering “upgrading” their camera gear because they think they will make better photos, to heed this advice. Thanks for sharing this wonderfully generous video! Cheers.

Thank you for the video it was very informative. Your photos are amazing!

I’m planning a vacation to Italy nest month with a Canon R8 with just a 24-105 stm lens. The system is feather weight, and I tested the system in low light and other light conditions and got very satisfying results.

Beautiful photos ❤

Thank you. Your videos are both informative and entertaining. Your photos are amazing. This weekend I am going to use my ND filter on my walkabout and open up the aperture. I am excited to see the results. The Blue Bonnets are in full bloom here in Texas.

Excellent advise!

Like you, I also love shooting with a longer and faster telephoto lens. I shoot Sony and used to have the 70-200 f/2.8 lens but ended up selling that to get a 100-400. Now I don't bring the 100-400 lens when the majority of my trip involves cities so I ended up also buying a Tamron 70-180 f/2.8 as it was half the price of the Sony and maybe 1/3 lighter and smaller and I absolutely love that lens for travel. It was amazing to use in Istanbul, which was my most recent trip.

Totally agree with your advise, Belinda, especially about the versatility of the 24-70mm f/2.8 for travel. On my recent road and bush walking trip to the South Island of NZ, the 24-70mm f/2.8 was my go to lense, producing great portrait, scenery and trip detail pics. In hindsight, I should have also brought along a 14-30mm f/4 for capturing the gorgeous scenery that was the South Island, NZ. I would chose an f/4 over an f/2.8 (for the 14-30mm) because the compactness and lightness was my prime consideration on the long 3 -5 hour bush/ trail walks I did.

I’m planning a trip in July and came to a similar conclusion for lenses. 24-70 for everyday shots. 70-200 for distances. But I’m likely to include a lightweight macro as well. I need a tripod, but that may add too much weight to my pack. Thank you for your insights and experience.

Excellent Advise!😊

I am up for a trip to Boracay this May 2024, just as a local tourist, watching your video, I appreciate the practical tips, despite having a different camera brand, what to pack aside from the clothes I'll be wearing. Thank you very much. BTW, I've subscribed to "ALL" of your videos and hope to find and follow you on Facebook.