What's in Our Camera Bag?

We've had a lot of people ask us what's in our camera bag, (okay, like two or three people) and that got me thinking about how I always find it interesting to know what type of equipment other photographers use to capture their images, and how, often, they're getting these amazing photos on older equipment, "Pro-sumer" equipment, and with some badass non L-series lenses. That inspires me. It reminds me that getting that great picture isn't just about equipment, it isn't just about how much you spent to outfit yourself as a photographer, it's about heart. It's about vision. It's about creativity! 

I'm about to tell you what camera equipment helps me get the shot, but keep in mind, some of my favorite photos of mine have been taken on my iPhone. Yep, the iPhone. I know it's not trendy as a photographer to admit that, but it's true. Again, it's not about the equipment per se, and don't get me wrong, good equipment makes it easier, but having the creative spirit to find the beauty in every day objects and to see the loveliness that is the human condition, that's what really makes the photograph! 

So, here goes! 

Sam and Rob's Camera Bag: 

Canon 7D SLR - Love, love, LOVE this camera! Particularly for low-light photography.

Canon 85mm 1.8f - I find this lens a little too cropped in on the 7D for general use, but for head shots, or portraits of one or two people, the results are amazing! 

Canon 24-70mm 2.8f L Series Lens - My all-purpose go-to lens, particularly for weddings. 

Canon 50mm 1.4f - This lens is one of my favorites, though due to an unfortunate accident, mine is currently in need of repair. Know a good camera repair place? 

Canon 28mm 1.8f - This lens is also a great walk-around lens, and more versatile than you would think for its wide angle. 

Canon 100-300mm 4-5.6f - I'm not entirely sure why I still own this lens... But, if you're into bird watching, it doubles as a great telescope! 

Canon 28-135mm 3.5-5.6f - This is Rob's go-to lens for weddings. What it lacks in low light capability it makes up for in versatility! 

Canon 580EX Shoe-Mount Flash - Flashes are boring and I generally don't talk much about them, not the way I do lenses and camera bodies, but, as far as external flashes go, this one has served me well. We use this in conjunction with a flash battery pack during wedding receptions (when needed) to make sure we're not spending all of our time switching out batteries. 

There are other pieces of equipment of course, but even I'm not nerdy enough to want to go into my preferred brand of tripod (unless you beg me!) Perhaps in another post, I'll delve a bit more into what it's like being a professional photographer in the age of Instagram, but for now, I'm off to dream lovely dreams about lenses and f-stops and shoe-mounts, oh my!