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As a photographer, I carefully select my gear depending on the situation.
Whether I’m shooting a commercial portrait or just out documenting my own life, my camera bag is always ready.
I’ve sorted my lenses into two categories: work and leisure. Let me walk you through what’s in my bag for both.
When it comes to work, I don’t compromise.
What do I look for?
1) Quality: Sharpness, bokeh and color accuracy.
2) Reliability: fast focusing, durability
The last thing to concern about is
1) The price
Quality and reliability are my top priorities, and I invest in high-end equipment that ensures the best results for my clients.
After all, the final images and the impact they have on my business are what matter most.
You don’t need a lot of lenses for work, just the right ones. I only have one quality lens for each focal length.
This is the powerhouse behind my photos. Its full-frame sensor and impressive capabilities make it a dream camera for both portraits and commercial work.
My go-to lens for family portraits. I love using this lens for those dreamy, butter-soft backgrounds that this lens give offers. The F1.2 aperture ensures my subjects stand out with incredible sharpness and soft backgrounds.
My go-to lens for portraits.
Its optical compression, sharpness and smooth bokeh create stunning images with beautiful subject isolation, it also helps simplify my composition in challenging situations. This lens never leaves my side on portrait sessions.
Left: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 at 70mm
Right: Canon RF 85mm F1.2
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A wide angle lens is for my OCF fashion photoshoots as I need to capture both the model and the context.
An off-camera flash is often used with the wide angle lens to balance the ambient and the subject exposures.
When I’m not working, my requirements shift. For leisure, it’s all about convenience and weight. I opt for lighter gears that are easy to carry and more budget-friendly, but still allow me to capture great moments.
What do I look for?
1) Price
2) Convenience: it is better to carry an all-in-once lens that covers a wide range of focal lengths when I travel (except for photography trips)
3) Weight
Smaller and way more lightweight than my R5, the R50 is perfect for when I don’t need all the bells and whistles but still want excellent image quality for photography and videography.
It comes with a kit lens, the Canon RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3, which is my go-to travel lens. It’s versatile enough to capture a range of scenes, from landscapes to street photos, making it an ideal all-rounder when I’m on the move.
At the same time, I agree that this kit lens isn't the best for low light conditions, so I often carry together another lens, the RF 50mm F1.8.
I love using this lens for everyday life, especially when snapping portraits of my dog, Max. It’s light and affordable, but delivers beautiful images with soft bokeh.
When I’m out shooting street photography, this wide-angle lens helps me capture the energy and vibe of the environment.
My new baby.
This lens is a must for wildlife and nature, especially when I’m bird-watching or shooting the landscape from the top of the hill. It gives me the reach I need without being too heavy, and the price point is perfect for a telephoto leisure lens.
While it’s not part of my standard work or leisure kit, I often turn to the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 Macro lens when I’m photographing subjects that require fine detail—like flowers, bugs, food, or products. This lens lets me get up close and personal, capturing intricate textures and details that wouldn’t be possible with other lenses.
It’s my go-to for macro photography and perfect for those moments when I want to explore the small wonders of the world.
At the same time, I treat this lens as a regular 100mm telephoto lens when I don't need to shoot macro images.
Some macro lenses can only be used for close-up shots and won't focus at infinity, but the RF 100mm F2.8 Macro has the flexibility of being both a macro and telephoto lens, and I am enjoying the benefits that it offers from both worlds!
That’s a look inside my camera bag and the gear I rely on for both work and leisure.
Whether I’m capturing portraits, exploring macro photography, or documenting my travels, each lens serves a unique purpose. Now, I’d love to hear from you—what’s in your camera bag? Do you have any must-have lenses or favorite gear that you can’t live without? Let’s chat in the comments!