My Gear

Some of my gear that I use when out exploring and creating.

I like to get a lot of my gear from WEX, they stock literally everything when it comes to photography and video making, and they also have a whole range of optical equipment from standard binoculars to telescopes as well as camera hides and outdoor accessories. Not only do they stock a huge range of new equipment, you can also get your hands on some awesome used gear and save yourself some £££.

Another company that I use a lot for second hand gear is MPB (you can also trade in old gear for cash). You get a 6-month warranty on all purchase plus a 14-day return window. If you are interested in saving £££ and purchasing second hand here are some helpful links:

MPB UK, MPB France, MPB Europe, MPB Germany, MPB USA

As well as all the camera gear I bring with me, my most used thing is the OS Maps app from Ordinance Surveys. This app is blooming marvellous! Not only can easily pan your own routes with the planner and see your route length and elevation, you can also find routes shared by other users, and you can also download your route for use in areas where there is no mobile phone signal = essential when in Wales!

Sony A7iv

Cameras

My main camera that I absolutely LOVE! This camera is ideal for me for my hybrid style of photography and video on one body.
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Sony A7iv

GoPro Hero 9

Awesome action camera for capturing BTS and POV content.
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GoPro Hero 9

DJI Mini 2

Great lightweight drone, ideal for capturing images and videos from a completely different prospective.
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DJI Mini 2 Drone

My phone and ideal pocket camera for when I am out exploring as it is always with me. Also, handy for filming when I am using my main camera.
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Sony Xperia 5 V

Ideal camera for filming yourself, as you can reframe your video in post, allowing you to focus on the wildlife.
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Insta360 X3

Lenses

Sony 24-70 lens

Sony 24-70 mm f2.8 GM ii

My walk about lens and main one used to create videos. Love this lens for landscapes as well as product photography and some top down doggy photos
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My favourite lens EVER!! This is what I use when photographing Skylar and sports. The wide aperture allows for some super bokeh and the AF is amazing.
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Sony 70-200 mm f2.8 GM ii

Sony 2x tele converter

Sometimes 200 mm isn’t enough, that is where this 2x teleconverter comes in. using this takes my lens to 140-400mm and allows me to get a bit closer to my subject. This is a cheaper and lighter option than getting a longer lens that I wouldn’t use that often.
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Sony 2X Teleconverter

Mindshiftgear backlight 18l

Accessories

My favourite bag for carrying all my gear! This bag isn’t too big (I am 5ft 3”) and features a hip strap to help with fatigue and a handy rain cover.
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Mindshift Gear Backlight 18L

Peak Design Cuff

Peak Design Wrist Cuff

When I feel I need a little extra security on my camera to make sure I don’t lose it - like when hanging over the edge of the boat …
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Mantispod Pro

Great mini tripod for filming myself. Acts as a selfy stick and tripod for my videos and can even hang off gates and fences.
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PGY Tech MantisPod Pro

Polar Pro VND

When filming outside this is a must to keep my shutter speed at an ideal speed for filming.
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Polar Pro VND 2-5 Stop 82 mm

Peak design slide

Peak Design Slide Neck Strap

Sometimes I like to just go out with my camera, that is where this strap comes in. It is super comfortable and easy to adjust. It can be used as a dog lead if needed.
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Travis Tripod

For Long exposure photography and when I need something a bit sturdier for filming this is my go-to tripod.
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3 Legged Thing Punks Travis

Dji Mic

Wireless mic kit that has excellent sound quality and can be used up to 100 m away and on its own with internal recording. Makes me feel like I am on Countyfile …
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DJI Mic

Capture Clip

My favourite accessory I own! Attached to my camera bag 24/7 and allows me quick access to my camera on walks.
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Peak Design Capture Clip

Rode VideoMic NTG

Superb on camera shotgun mic and can be used via USBc for voice overs and for use with my phone when I want to look cool …
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RODE Videomic NTG

Kase 10 Stop ND

When I want to get that smooth water effect you see in images, this is what I use. This is a magnetic 10 stop ND filter allowing me to really slow down my shutter speed.
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Kase Revolution ND1000 82mm

Kase CPL

A circular polariser used to help reduce reflections in images and also adds contrast. This is also magnetic which is really handy for quickly attaching to my lens.
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Kase Revolution CPL 82mm

Lexar UHS-ii V90 SD Card

Fast cards are a must when shooting 4k video and these are my go to. Reliable and fast, I have 4 of these to make sure I can keep filming all day long.
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Lexar CFExpress Type A

I use this superfast and reliable card in slot 1 of my Sony A7iv.
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Lexar CFExpress Type A

Sony Battery

When you are out in the field spare batteries are a must! I have 3 of these which allow me to keep filming and photographing all day.
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Spare Sony NPFZ100 Batteries

Sony Card Reader

If you have fast cards, you need a fast card reader. UHS-ii and CFExpress type A compatible this is my card reader of choice.
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Sony MRW-G2 Card Reader

Samsung SSD

For reliable storage of my media, I use this Samsung Rugged T7 2TB portable SSD drive.
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Awesome affordable gimbal head, great for taking the weight of the lens and allowing you to get stable footage and images.
Kentfaith
(use code joheard for 17% off sitewide)
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Kentfaith Gimbal Tripod Head

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