BWCAW Photography Gear Loadout Video
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I often get asked about what photography gear I bring to the Boundary Waters or on paddling trips. To answer that question, I’ve created a new video. The video covers all the gear that I usually bring on a canoe trip. It also shows how I pack that gear into one bag. If you like photography content, consider subscribing to my YouTube channel.
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8 Comments
Chuck Andrews
Thanks Brian!
Very informative. You really capture some remarkable shots.
I have a question which is gonna make you roll your eyes, but here goes anyway.
Up until now, I have done all my photography on my Samsung Galaxy S9. Since I have not been aspiring to award winning shots, it has done a creditable job for me . I would like to start accumulating photo and video content for use in a blog and eventually a Youtube channel. I paddle solo and tandem on flatwater and white water and do a lot of camping out of the canoe.
So here is the question:
If I could only own one camera for still and video work, what would your recommendation be? I know that is a bit like someone asking you ” What is the best canoe to own? “, ( I own 3 and a WW Kayak ) but humor me .
Thanks for your input!
Chuck Andrews
Bryan Hansel
The best you can afford. There are so many variables that it’s almost impossible to answer this question. The answer is literally the best you can afford.
Chuck Andrews
10.4 on “The best you can afford” but since I am not at all familiar with current photography equipment, and I assume that “Best” is not always measured by price I suppose what I am asking would be better phrased. What sort of camera would be “most suitable to capture still and video content in the paddling / camping environment might be the question I am putting out there. WIth a budget in the $500-700 range and knowing that I will need at least a few key accesssories. (Tripod , Selfie stick etc. ) , should I be looking at a Go Pro, a weather resistant point and shoot, or should I simply wait until I can afford a Nikon , Canon , Pentax or some other quality camera body and lenses?
Bryan Hansel
If you want to capture quality stills, then you’re going to want a interchangeable lens camera system. The Nikon Z 50 would be a good entry level camera with the two kit lenses to get you started. You’d probably want a 3-stop ND grad. A quality tripod with a ballhead. As far as video content, it shoots video. I’m not a video expert. This video was shot with a Nikon Z 6. I’m not at all familiar with weather resistant point and shoots. I just know the one I have. While action cameras can work for video and stills, you are stuck with one look for stills. I wouldn’t recommend Pentax — who knows when/if they are going to go under. Stick with Nikon, Sony, Canon or Panasonic.
Bryan Hansel
I should note that there may be point-and-shoots out there that might fit your needs depending on what you mean by quality stills (if you mean to the standard I accept that might be different). I’m just not familiar with that market, because it isn’t my interest or my clients interests.
Chuck Andrews
Thanks Bryan! Very helpful info!
Chuck Andrews
Thanks Bryan! Very helpful info!
Alexis Linder
I always enjoy your presentations. You are very generous in sharing your knowledge and I thank you.