As a beginner photographer and environmental scientist, I’ve built a small but versatile kit that helps me document wildlife, fieldwork, and everyday life. This gear supports everything from handheld nature walks to tripod-mounted shots and on-the-go field photography.
Most of it was chosen with portability, affordability, and learning in mind, and every piece has a role in helping me grow as a photographer. Here's what I use and why.
My Current setup
Core Gear
This is the stuff I use most often for fieldwork and everyday photography:
• Camera Body: Canon EOS R10
Lightweight, fast, and perfect for beginners in wildlife and general photography.
• Lenses:
My go-to lens for casual walks, landscapes, and wide-angle shots.
Great for capturing wildlife from a distance, especially birds and other skittish animals.
Support Gear
These tools help stabilize my shots, carry my equipment, and keep me mobile in the field:
• Tripod: JOILCAN 74" Heavy-Duty Tripod
Sturdy and tall enough for uneven terrain, and ideal for long exposures.
• Camera Bag: Cwatcun Camera Shoulder Bag
A stylish crossbody bag with a tripod holder that fits my camera, lenses, and other accessories.
• Ruggard Memory Card Case for 4 SD Cards
A compact, durable case that keeps my SD cards safe, dry, and easy to find in the field, especially useful for organizing backups during long shooting days.
Protection & Care
Keeping my gear clean and safe is essential, especially during fieldwork.
Keeps the back of my lenses protected from dust and debris.
• 2-Pack 49mm Front Lens Caps with Cap Keepers
Helps prevent scratches and keeps caps from getting lost.
• JJC 49mm UV Filter (for 18-45mm lens)
Basic lens protection and slight haze/glare reduction.
• JJC 67 mm UV Filter (for 100-400mm lens)
Protects the lens and improves clarity in bright sunlight.
• 18-in-1 Professional Cleaning Kit
Includes blower, brushes, gloves, and solution, and everything needed to clean my gear safely.
Super soft microfiber and perfect for quick, smudge-free lens cleaning in the field.
Other Tools
These accessories assist with lighting, image transfer, and other functions.
• JJC Professional 49mm Circular Polarizer Polarizing Filter (for 18-45mm lens)
Enhances contrast, deepens blue skies, and cuts through glare, which is perfect for landscapes and scenes with water or glass.
• JJC Professional 67mm Circular Polarizer Polarizing Filter (for 100-400mm lens)
Helpful in removing glare on glass, water reflections, or shiny shells when shooting in bright or reflective environments.
Small, portable, and great for filling shadows during low-light shoots
• NEEWER 22"/56cm Light Reflector with Handle, 5 in 1 Collapsible Disc Light Diffuser
These lightweight, portable reflectors help control natural light during outdoor shoots.
• SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-II SDXC Memory Card (2-Pack)
High-speed, high-capacity cards compatible with my Canon EOS R10, ideal for fast burst shooting, 4K video, and reliable storage during fieldwork.
• SD Card Reader for iPhone & iPad
Plug-and-play, letting me review and back up photos quickly in the field without a laptop.
An extra battery for longer shooting sessions or backup in remote locations.