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These are the pieces of gear I use the most. If you are new to my work or just want the short version, start here.

Leica M11

I have a bit of a love hate relationship with Leica because of reliability issues, but I feel like I will always own some version of an M camera. It is the best camera in your hands, and I genuinely love Leica glass. I mainly use it for personal projects and street photography, and occasionally for editorial assignments when it makes sense.
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Sony A1

My primary camera for commercial work. When reliability, speed, and flexibility matter, this is the system I trust on set.
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Wotancraft Pilot Series 10L

My most used bag. Practical, durable, and flexible depending on the shoot.
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DJI Osmo Pocket 3

One of my favorite purchases. Compact, fast, and easy to use for travel and quick video.
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Beton Cire Docker Hats

Do not call it a beanie. If you buy one, tell them I sent you.
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Marriott Bonvoy & Chase Marriott Bonvoy Card

The hotel rewards system I use the most paired with the Chase Bonvoy Card. Simple, reliable, and works globally when paired with the Bonvoy card for hotel bookings.
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Editorial Gear

This is the gear I reach for when I want a more personal and deliberate way of working. I switch between the Sony and Leica kit depending on the type of assignments I doing. Basically, if I'm rushed I use Sony if I have more time I use Leica. 

Leica M11

I have a bit of a love hate relationship with Leica because of reliability issues, but I feel like I will always own some version of an M camera. It is the best camera in your hands, and I genuinely love Leica glass. I mainly use it for personal projects and street photography, and occasionally for editorial assignments when it makes sense.
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Leica 35mm Summilux ASPH

My go to lens. Compact, fast, and incredibly sharp, especially wide open. It is the lens I reach for most of the time.
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Leica 50mm Summilux ASPH V2

Added for its closer focusing ability, ideal for portraits and detail work.
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Voigtländer 75mm f1.5 Nokton

Lightweight, sharp, and affordable.
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Sony A1

When I need speed, autofocus, or a bit more flexibility, I bring the A1 into my editorial kit. It complements the Leica system well when the assignment calls for it.
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Sony 35mm f1.4 GM

A reliable all around focal length that fits naturally into my editorial workflow.
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Sony 50mm f1.4 GM

My go to fifty for editorial work when using Sony.
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Sony 85mm f1.4 GM

Great for portraits and isolating subjects when needed.
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Sony 28-70mm f2 GM

When I want flexibility over speed, this gives me a full range in one lens.
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Bags and Carry

I use different bags depending on the assignment, but these are the ones I come back to the most. They are practical, durable, and flexible enough to handle everything from quick street shooting to full editorial days.

Wotancraft Pilot Series 10L

My most used bag.
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Wotancraft Lightning Rider 12L

My favorite everyday bag.
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Wotancraft 3.5L

Lightweight and discreet.
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Billingham Hadley Pro 2020

Classic and beautifully built.
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Shimoda Carry On Roller

Great for larger kits and travel jobs.
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Pelican 1535 Air

Durable and perfect for carry on.
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Commercial Cameras

For commercial work, reliability and flexibility matter more than anything else. These are the cameras we trust when the pressure is on and there is no room for failure.

Sony A1

Our primary camera for commercial work. Reliable, fast, and built for professional environments where there is no room for error.
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Sony A7R V

Our B camera for stills. Great performance and strong value.
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Sony A7V

Backup and utility camera for stills, video, and time lapse.
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Sony FX3

Our main video camera for hotel films and documentary work.
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Sony RX100 VII Compact Camera
I use this as my cycling, pocket, and scouting camera. It is a bit outdated, but still incredibly capable for its size.
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Lenses

Sony 35mm f1.4 GM

One of our most used lenses on set.
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Sony 50mm f1.4 GM

Our go to fifty for both photo and video.
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Sony 85mm f1.4 GM

Used heavily for portraits and subject separation.
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Sony 28-70mm f2 GM

Extremely versatile and often used when we need speed and flexibility.
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Sony 20mm f1.8 G

Great for interiors and wide environmental shots.
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Sony 24mm f1.4 GM

A favorite for large spaces and establishing shots.
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Sigma 14mm f1.4 DG DN

Used when ultra wide perspectives are needed.
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Sigma 70-200mm f2.8

Used occasionally when we need additional reach.
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YouTube

This is the setup I use to film my YouTube content. It is simple, reliable, and built around speed so I can focus more on the ideas than the gear.

Panasonic Lumix S5IIX

My main YouTube camera.
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Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 ASPH. Lens (L-Mount)

 Lives on the Lumix camera, overkill for YouTube, bought for when I also had an SL2-S.

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Shure SM7DB

Great audio.
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DJI Osmo Pocket 3

One of my favorite purchases, perfect for YT B-Roll, shorts, and reels.
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Travel and Lifestyle

A lot of my work happens on the road, so these are the non camera essentials that I rely on for travel and everyday use.

Beton Cire Docker Hats

Do not call it a beanie. If you buy one, tell them I sent you.
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Rimowa Aluminum Luggage

Built to last.
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Porter Yoshida Bags

Incredible quality.
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Billingham Travel Bags

Classic and durable.
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Misc

The best of the rest, rewards programs, accessories, memory, and all that fun stuff.

Marriott Bonvoy & Chase Marriott Bonvoy Card

The hotel rewards system I use the most paired with the Chase Bonvoy Card. Simple, reliable, and works globally when paired with the Bonvoy card for hotel bookings.
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Printique

My go-to for printing images and photo books. Affordable, reliable, and easy to use.
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ProGrade Memory Cards and Readers

Reliable storage I trust on assignments. Fast, consistent, and built for heavy use.
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Samsung T7 SSD

Compact, fast, and dependable for backups and travel. Paired with a quality cable, it just works.
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AER Tech Pouches

Clean, durable organizers for cables and small gear. Keeps everything simple and accessible.
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Anker Chargers and Cables

Dependable power solutions I use daily. Great for travel and keeping everything charged without hassle.
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Aesop Deodorant and Cologne

Simple, clean scents that work well for everyday use without being overpowering.
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Photo Mechanic

Essential for fast culling and tagging. Saves me time on every shoot.
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Canva

What I use for PDFs, thumbnails, and simple graphic design. Fast and easy to work with.
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DaVinci Resolve

My primary video editing software. Powerful, reliable, and constantly improving.
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Final Thoughts

This is not a list of what you should buy. It is simply what I use.

Every piece of gear on this page has earned its place through real assignments, travel, and day to day use. I am not interested in owning more gear, I am interested in using the right gear.

If you are building your own kit, focus on what you actually need. Most photographers already have more than enough to do meaningful work.

I also strongly recommend buying used when you can and looking at gear that is one generation behind. Most people do not need the latest release, and there is incredible value in secondhand and older equipment.

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