Here is the gear that I use for Photo/Video
None of the items listed below were given, gifted or loaned to me and all purchased with my own money unless noted.
Obviously all of this is not needed but has been gathered over the years to fit my needs or wants. For weddings I have enough to get the job done without any unforeseen issues and extra if they do occur and in case my 2nd shooter has an issue as well. As a wedding photographer lead it is your job to make sure everything is captured on the day and if something breaks or stops working then something else to take its place.
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I shoot with all Nikon cameras and Lenses and a variety of other gear to accomplish the goals of the job. No matter the brand of camera/lens/lightning as long as it is of good quality from the last few years it will do the job just fine as long as you learn it and practice with it.
Below you will find a list of the equipment related to the needs I have had over the years. Some I use every time and some may only come out once a year but has had it’s place where needed. Not everything is needed for every event or session but is there in case it may solve an issue we are having or is a better choice than what I have picked initially. Everyone is slightly different in what they use and are comfortable with and this is just what I have used over the years. Other items are not Wedding/Event/Portrait related but serve me for landscape and wildlife that I enjoy in my spare time.
Cameras & Lenses
Nikon Z8- https://amzn.to/3uWE3ud
Nikon Z9- https://amzn.to/3IjHWwo
Nikon Z14-24 2.8 Lens- https://amzn.to/3IlHIor
Nikon Z24-70 2.8 Lens- https://amzn.to/3uXLvp1
Nikon Z24-70 4.0 Lens- https://amzn.to/432sQou
Nikon Z70-200 2.8 Lens-https://amzn.to/3P3HdDk
Nikon Z50 1.2 Lens- https://amzn.to/3T3LmIy
Nikon Z85 1.2 Lens- https://amzn.to/3uL4D9L
Nikon 105 2.8 Macro- https://amzn.to/436Tfl5
Nikon Z135 1.8 Lens- https://amzn.to/3Tg5kkF
Nikon 200 F2 Lens- https://amzn.to/3VjGAJZ
Nikon Z180-600 Lens- https://amzn.to/3uMnUYq
Nikon 600 F4 VR II Lens- https://amzn.to/3IjoShE
Nikon 1.4E III Teleconverter (F-Mount)- https://amzn.to/436Tfl5
Cards/Readers- https://amzn.to/3uXl172
I use ProGrade Cfexpress/SD cards and their card readers. I have had several other brands in all of my Z cameras in the past and have had issues with them all getting hot card warnings except the ProGrade ones so I stick with these. They have been flawless so far and have had 0 issues and 0 Hot card warnings.
Lighting
Godox(Flashpoint)
AD 200 Flash - https://amzn.to/3InvMCE
AD 600 Flash - https://amzn.to/3P7alK5
V860III Flash - https://amzn.to/3InT23x
Xpro Flash Trigger - https://amzn.to/4c47Phx
32x32 Foldable Softbox (great small option) - https://amzn.to/49SAkg2
Magmod - https://amzn.to/3Ta7LEm
Pro kit 2-Used for my on camera flashes mainly for weddings for fill light
I have also bought the extra accessory pack for added grids and gels
Rotolight- https://amzn.to/3TkTZQf
I have the Neo II's and the Aeos (first gen) that I use here and there. They are expensive and have their use case and place. Mostly I use the Neos for any macro shots and the Aeos for easy fill light in tight spaces where a softbox is just not possible or would block the view of guests say at a wedding.
Bags/Cases
Think Tank- Great Bags. After having several cheaper ones these have outlasted all of them. Buy a good bag as it will actually save you money.
Photo Airport Commuter Backpack - https://amzn.to/42ZlVwt
Production Manager 50 V2 (I have the V1 and its great) - https://amzn.to/3Io0Xhi
Pelican -If you have the extra funds the TrekPak system is a great addition to them
1510 Hard Case (I have 2 and they are great for storage or travel) - https://amzn.to/431IyAg
Vault V300 Hard Case- https://amzn.to/432GJTK
MISC
3 Legged Thing Tripods/Monopods- https://amzn.to/49T00t2
We have 2 of their Tripods and 2 Monopods. 1 Carbon Fiber and 1 aluminum each.
Smallrig- https://amzn.to/3V1k8or
Each Z camera has a Smallrig cage and I have a bunch of Smallrig accessories in a case. Their products are great and cost effective for tons of uses
DJI Drone- https://amzn.to/432WSs9
I have the Mini 3 Pro. It was a good choice for me for my first drone.
Softboxes- I have a few from Flashpoint (Adorama house brand) that range from 20in to 40in. Godox also makes them in similar sizes and shapes. Look into what you need and the use case. Most of these 2 brands will be fine for general use.
Light Stands- I have a few brands. Flashpoint, Cheetah Stand, Neewer and a noname brand. Have enough for all the flashes you might use and at least one extra. Always an extra. One of mine broke at a wedding where I had to have a stand and I had to get my extra one out. I usually put up 4 lights around a reception room and have 6 stands with me now.