What’s in my camera bag? My favorite photography gear

I’ve finally collected a fair amount of camera and photo gear over the last decade as a wedding photographer! I’m sharing what’s in my camera bag that I use regularly for weddings and photo sessions.

My Camera Bodies

I started with my first Canon Rebel from Goodwill in 2008. I’ve since stayed with Canon as it feels most comfortable in my hands! Every time I go to upgrade my camera body, I’ll rent the cameras to compare. I found that Sony just doesn’t feel comfortable in my hands and I don’t like where the buttons are on a Nikon. That’s just a personal preference so try renting a few different cameras to see what feels most comfortable in your hands and then take it for a test drive.

My Camera Accessories

CANON SPEEDLITE 600EX II-RT (3)

Sony Tough SD MEMORY CARD

Choosing what memory cards you get matters! There are many cheap memory cards out there, but I recommend reliable and fast memory cards. The cameras listed above have huge files that not only take up lots of space but have lots of data that takes time to write.

Lexar CF MEMORY CARD

Rechargeable AA Batteries for flash

Switching to rechargeable batteries was a game-changer and has saved me so much money! I ended up buying a ton and using them all over my house.

Leather camera straps

An essential for any session or wedding! I love that I can access and use two cameras so quickly.

Memory card case

An essential for my camera bag! I have multiples of these. I love that my memory cards feel safe and sound while I’m at a session.

Nat Geo Travel Camera Bag

If I’m doing a smaller session, or need to blend in a little more, I’ll wear my backpack! I usually can fit my two cameras with (smaller) lenses as well as my accessories in the compartment up top! It has a spot for my laptop as well. It’s been great for travel, but I’m ready to upgrade soon to something more comfortable for hiking and not as hot.

Camera Suitcase

For wedding days or bigger photoshoots, my ThinkTank suitcase is my main camera bag! I’ll store ALL of my gear in there.

Clear umbrellas

Not necessarily in my camera bag, but I have these with my in my car for every session. Great in case of rain or wild weather! They never leave my car.

An emergency kit

A great thing to keep on hand with tape, scissors, sunscreen, tide pens, tissue, electrolyte packages, dog bags, sewing kit, safety pins, mints or gum, bandaids, hand sanitizer, hair ties, food bars. The list goes on. These are normal things that come up on a wedding day or session!