gear

Updated on Fri 08 August 2025

Body

My main camera is currently the excellent Sony a7R V, which I upgraded to recently after using the Sony a7 IV for many years. I love how modern full-frame mirrorless cameras combine the same footprint as my very fast APS-C camera (Pentax K-30) with massively improved low-light performance, dynamic range and resolution.

Lens

I've collected quite a few lenses over the years, but my favourite and daily driver is undoubtedly the Tamron 28-200mm F2.8-5.6. Compact package with amazing range, reliably weather sealing and great optical performance. If I can only bring one lens when I travel, it's always this one.

For wildlife, I love the Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM. Great reach and crystal clear even at super high resolution, yet still light enough to carry all day. I sometimes pair it with the [Sony 1.4x TC] if I want a little bit extra reach, but this is rarely necessary.

For landscape, night skies and low-light in general I have a Sony 24mm F1.4 GM. Not as versatile as the Tamron, but I love how fast and lightweight it is.

In an attempt to get more into street photography I got a Sony 50mm F1.4 GM. Lovely lens, but I still need to get used to it more. Let me know your tips for this focal range!

I also own a Samyang AF 85mm F1.4, but I haven't gotten much use out of it - the 85mm focal length is not my favourite, I usually want either something wider for more context, or something longer for more reach and detail. The Bokeh is great though.

Accessories

I'm a big fan of Peak Design gear - I use their Travel Tripod, Capture Clip, Messenger Bag and Roller Pro, as well as smaller cubes. Incredibly well thought out (I was once asked for feedback for more than one hour in their SF store), a dedication to getting the design right that is rare these days.

For power, my preferred brand is Anker - their compact 100W Prime charger is the only charger I bring when I travel, enough to charge my laptop, camera, phone and whatever other devices I have. Tip: instead of a bulky universal travel adapter, get a cheap and tiny one for just the region you are traveling too. The Nano Power Bank is hard to beat for emergency charging - it's light enough to always carry in my bag, and big enough that I've never run out.