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The post Essential Travel Photography Gear: 11 Must-Have Items<\/a> appeared first on Digital Photography School<\/a>. It was authored by Christina N Dickson<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re struggling to choose the right travel photography<\/a> gear, you\u2019ve come to the right place. <\/p>\n

You see, new travel photographers are always asking me about the equipment they should buy. And over time, I\u2019ve developed a standard set of items that every travel shooter must own, from the absolute beginner to the serious professional.<\/p>\n

Below, I share my list of essentials; it features all of the basics, including camera, lens, and accessory recommendations.<\/p>\n

(By the way, a quick piece of advice before we start: Get adequate insurance to cover your camera and accessories. Accidents and thefts can \u2013 and will \u2013 happen. Be prepared!)<\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re ready to put together a top-notch travel photography kit, then let\u2019s dive right in, starting with the most important gear item of all:<\/p>\n

1. A camera<\/h2>\n
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Needless to say, every travel photographer needs at least one <\/em>camera (and if you\u2019re serious about travel photography, I\u2019d really recommend you carry two: a main body and a backup). <\/p>\n

What travel photography camera<\/a> is best? Honestly, there are so many different choices, plenty of which are capable of great images, so the only way to really <\/em>know what\u2019s right is for you to think about your shooting preferences, then do some serious research.<\/p>\n

But I do have a few pieces of advice. <\/p>\n

For one, make sure that your camera is portable enough to carry all around the world, yet offers strong enough image quality to create stunning prints. It might sound like a tall order, but you can find entry-level mirrorless cameras, DSLRs, and even point-and-shoot models that are small, lightweight, and take great pictures (they won\u2019t break the bank, either).<\/p>\n

Of course, there are also pro-level cameras that fit the bill, but they\u2019re far pricier. Professional travel photographers tend to use high-end mirrorless and DSLR cameras, which range from around $1,500 to $5,000 USD. One advantage of these cameras, in addition to the insane low-light capabilities and high megapixel counts, is the (often) robust weather sealing. If you plan to shoot in rain, snow, blowing sand, or sea spray, weather sealing is hugely beneficial. It might even be a must-have feature.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re not sure whether a specific camera is right for you, I highly recommend renting before you buy. There are plenty of great online rental companies (and you can find in-person rental companies locally, too). Grab the camera for a day or three, go out and take some photos, and see what you think. You may end up frustrated or you may fall in love \u2013 but after a few hours, you\u2019ll know whether it\u2019s a camera worth buying.<\/p>\n

By the way, when you\u2019re ready to purchase, shop around. Don\u2019t forget that you can always buy secondhand cameras; these cost half as much but are often in outstanding condition.<\/p>\n

2. Lenses<\/h2>\n
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Usually, cameras come with just one low-quality lens, or they might come \u201cbody only,\u201d which means that you\u2019ll need to purchase a lens separately. <\/p>\n

Lenses do make a major difference, so I recommend you think about your travel photography lens choice<\/a> very carefully. Wide-angle lenses, for instance, will get you completely different results from telephoto lenses. And wide-aperture lenses will let you shoot in very low light, though you\u2019ll pay for it in money, size, and weight. <\/p>\n

To start, you\u2019ll need a workhorse lens, which you can use for most of your travel photography. It should offer a good range of focal lengths, should be relatively lightweight, and should offer decent optical quality. I\u2019d recommend looking into 24-70mm lenses, which are great for everything from landscapes to travel portraits<\/a>. (In fact, you could get away with only <\/em>purchasing a 24-70mm lens; they really are that versatile!)<\/p>\n

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If your budget allows it, however, I do recommend you add a telephoto lens to complement your workhorse lens. A 70-200mm lens, for instance, is great for tighter landscapes, architectural details, and even large (or tame) wildlife. <\/p>\n

Over time, you can always build up your lens collection further by adding macro or prime lenses, but if you can start with a 24-70mm lens and a 70-200mm lens, or even just a 24-70mm lens, you\u2019ll be in great shape.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s my basic list of lenses, which I carry on every trip:<\/p>\n