Whether you’re here thinking, “How do I even kick off a career as a photographer?” or you’re just scoping out photography must-haves, this blog is totally for you! So, let’s get into what’s in your camera bag from a New Mexico wedding photographer.

Just a heads up: this blog post includes links to products I use and love. If you decide to purchase through the links, I may earn a small commission. Happy reading!

2024 Photography Gear List 

My Canon Camera Bag: Wandrd Camera Bag

• I could go on and on about the Wandrd Camera Bag, but I’ll spare you the details. Here are my top highlights: 
• Your purchase comes with a lifetime warranty!
• Super versatile! I use this bag all the time when I travel. The back sling makes it super convenient for navigating airports.
• For the elopement photographers, it’s weather resistant, keeping your gear safe no matter the weather.
• The photography bundle is honestly a steal! 

My Photographer Fanny Pack + Harness

Kindly Camera Bags

This fanny pack is a game changer for photographers! Unlike most fanny packs, which can’t stretch to fit a lens, this one was designed with us in mind. I can fit an extra lens and flash, and even attach my camera body, so everything is in one place.

Coiro Harness

Photography equipment is heavy! After hours on your feet and contorting into awkward positions to get the perfect shot, it can really take a toll. This harness has great padding that makes the job so much easier on your back and neck!

My Favorite Camera Accessories for Destination Wedding and Elopement Photography

Canon R6 Mark ii

This camera (in my opinion) is essential if you want to get into wedding photography. It’s best for clients and has 2 sd card readers. The battery life on this camera is amazing, can go about 6 hours into a wedding day until I need a second one! The low light capabilities and the colors are more true to color I would say!  

My Go-To Lens and Flash for my Canon Camera

RF 28-70 mm 2.8 Lens

This lens is my ride or die on wedding days!!  Although I still love prime lenses for having the ability to have lower aperture settings giving you a nice creamy background. Which is something you usually are not able to get with zoom lenses, but with this one it has a 2.8 f which still gives you a nice creamy background! This lens allows me to be able to stay farther back on wedding days and still be able to get those closer shots. It truly is universal and I bring it along with me to almost every session!!! 

RF 35mm 1.8 Lens

Just like everyone else, photographers have to start somewhere. For me, it was with this lens. It’s affordable, making it a great starter lens, and the quality is a major win!

Sigma Art Lens 

This lens is perfect for taking your artistic expression to the next level! The photos created with this lens are so creamy!! 

Good V1 Flash for Canon

Listen up, photographers—flash isn’t going anywhere. In fact, clients are requesting it more and more (and for good reason). My personal favorite flash includes a rechargeable battery. The icing on the cake? It lasts me through two whole weddings before needing a recharge!

Must Have Photography Essentials

Sandisk Hard Drive

The most important thing to me is freezing moments in time for my clients so they can cherish those memories for a lifetime. That’s why having a reliable drive is crucial. This Sandisk hard drive has never once failed me when saving all of my clients’ RAW files.

Sandisk 64GB Memory Card

I love using a 64GB memory card for wedding days. Pro tip: I usually switch them out twice to keep all the images safe!

Canon Batteries

These LP-E6NH batteries are my go-to! A new battery lasts me up to 6 hours of coverage on wedding days. You can also find them used on KEH for a little cheaper. 

Apps That I Love and Cannot Live Without

Okay, that may be an exaggeration, but you get the point. 

Unscripted

I absolutely love this app, especially when I first got started in photography. This app allows you to look up any type of session to get inspiration for your upcoming sessions. It’s basically Pinterest for Photographers. I also love that you can share your own work here and potentially get featured. 

You can save $20 on your subscription with my offer code: QueannaLynn20

Honeybook

The CRM that literally keeps me sane. A CRM is a Client Relationship Management program that keeps everything in one place. While there are so many options that you can use, I have personally loved my experience with Honeybook. Not only does it keep all of my client information organized, but also my taxes! 

You can save 25% on your first year with my offer code, here!

Let’s be honest, starting out as a photographer can be pricey, but I saved money by buying used products from companies like KEH. I’ve bought so many things from there that I love, and they have a great customer service team. You can even set up Zoom meetings with them if you’re trying to sell your used gear!

Want to stay connected? Come say hi on my Instagram, I would love to support you in your photography journey! 

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