Every so often, I’m asked about the camera equipment I use to capture the images and video you see on this website, so I figured I’d write a post about it. I don’t use every piece of equipment on this list every time I travel, but each one serves a purpose.

Each listing links back to Amazon (in which I’m an affiliate) and if you use those links to make a purchase, Amazon pays me a small percentage for referring you (this doesn’t cost you anything extra, by the way).

While I always appreciate it when my readers take my recommendations, don’t purchase one just because I say so. A lot of this stuff is expensive, but if you think they’ll enhance your travels/photography, then by all means. Thank you in advance for your support.

If you’re interested in any of my recommendations, simply click or tap its image to be taken to the Amazon listing. This will be an ongoing list as I’m always upgrading and adding to my repertoire, so feel free to come back to it every now and then.

Cameras & Lenses

Nikon D750

This is my tried and true. Roughly 90% of the photos you’ve seen on this website were taken with this camera. I highly recommend it if you’re already familiar with DSLRs.

*If you’re looking for a great beginner DSLR, this is one I started with.

Nikon 24 - 70mm f/2.8

This lens never leaves my camera as it’s my walk-around. I rarely need a longer focal length than 70mm and the wide end suffices for most situations.

Nikon 14 - 24mm f/2.8

While the lens above is the one I use most of the time, there are moments when I need to get wider. That’s where this lens comes in.

Sony A7III Mirrorless

I love my Nikon, but hiking with it can get cumbersome. Sony makes fantastic mirrorless cameras that are small and light, which makes them easier to hike with.

GoPro Hero 11

My GoPro 5 was my first foray into the world of photography. While I’ve upgraded since then and don’t use it as often as I used to, there’s usually a reason to use this awesome, compact camera.

DJI Magic Air 2

I’ve captured some crazy cool photos and video with this drone. Unfortunately, I can’t take it everywhere because in most places I go, they’re banned. When I can take it, though, I always love the content it produces.

Camera Accessories

DJI Ronin 3 Gimbal

When you’re taking video with a DSLR or mirrorless and you want it smooth as butter, this Gimbal will be your best friend.

Peak Design Travel Tripod

This is the most versatile travel tripod on the market (in my humble opinion). It isn’t cheap, but you can do virtually anything with it and it’s easy to both travel and hike with.

*There are plenty of beginner friendly tripods that won’t break the bank…like this one

Peak Design Capture Camera Clip

This nifty, solid clip has made hiking with my camera much easier. It clamps to your backpack strap and securely holds your camera in place for whenever you’re ready to shoot.

Cotton Carrier Skout G2 Sling

For longer hikes, I prefer slings like this over the clip. Both are great for holding your camera in place, but this one is slightly more comfortable for longer hikes or urban walks.

K&F Concept 82mm ND Filter

This filter, in combination with the tripod above, is how I attain those photos where waterfalls look like flowing silk. To get those images, you usually need to be in a low-light situation but this filter makes it possible to get them in broad daylight.

Amazon Basics UV Protection Filter

The main purpose of UV filters is to reduce the glare of the sun and cut out that bluish cast in your photos. It also protects your lens from dirt, scratches and dust. No need to go overboard with expensive UV filters. This one by Amazon Basics has served me well.

Battery Grip

Battery grips give your camera extra juice by enabling you to run on two batteries at once. It also makes vertical shooting a bit less awkward with a vertical grip and shutter button.

GoPro Volta

GoPros are notorious for their, shall we say, less than stellar battery performance. If you're lucky, you’ll get about an hour out them. This acts as a handler while also giving your GoPro a full day of performance.

GoPro Max Lens Mod

This lens add-on makes your footage hyper smooth, enables you to get ultra-wide shots and locks the horizontal axis on your sensor (even if the camera rotates a full 360 degrees).

GoPro Media Mod

The Media Mod encases your GoPro and has a built-in, directional mic that reduces ambient noises while highlighting voice audio.

GoPro Duel Battery Charger & Spare Batteries

As stated above, battery power has always been an issue with GoPros, necessitating the need for spares.

Storage & Editing

Nanuk 935 Waterproof Hard Case

I love this case. I often drive on bumpy roads in the mountains and through airports where baggage employees don’t always handle your bags with care. This hard case protects my equipment from drops, falls, liquids and more.

Nanuk 925 Waterproof Hard Case for Drone

Another great Nanuk hard case. This one, though, is specifically for my DJI Mavik Air 2. Even more specifically for the “fly more” bundle. The inserts are pre-cut, making it hassle free.

Lexar Professional 256gb Memory Card

I take A LOT of photos and video. When it comes to memory cards, I need space and reliability. Lexar cards are the ones I’ve always used and they’ve never given me any problems.

Nomatic McKinnon Camera Bag

This is a great (albeit expensive) bag to carry your equipment in. It holds just about everything I use. This isn’t a bag I would go hiking with, though.

*If you’re looking for a more affordable bag, here’s the one I used to use

Toshiba External Hard Drive

If you take the amount of photos and video that I do, you’ll need to store them somewhere and for me, this hard drive fits the bill. I have the 2TB but they have up to a 4TB available.

Apple MacBook Pro Laptop

Photo/video editing, research, writing; you name it, I use my MacBook for it. If you like laptops that just work right out of the box, this is the one for you.