As part of my photography journey from hobbyist to skilled photographer, I've carefully selected gear that supports my learning goals. This equipment enables me to explore different techniques, from mastering aperture priority mode to understanding exposure triangle fundamentals.
Each piece of equipment here has been tested through hundreds of shots in various conditions. I share honest experiences, including limitations and specific use cases I've discovered.
My main mirrorless camera that I use for all my photography projects. Full-frame sensor with excellent image quality and compact size perfect for travel and street photography. I particularly love its performance in aperture priority mode.
My daily driver lens that never leaves my camera. Sharp wide-open performance at f/1.8 makes it perfect for portraits and low-light situations. Compact size ideal for street photography and travel. 90% of my photos are taken with this lens.
Telephoto lens for portraits, sports, and wildlife photography. The f/4 constant aperture provides excellent compression and background separation. Weather-sealed L-series build quality with fast, accurate autofocus. Perfect for isolating subjects at distance.
Ultra-wide angle lens essential for landscape and architectural photography. L-series optical quality with minimal distortion. The 17mm wide end captures expansive scenes while 40mm provides versatility for group shots. Excellent for leading lines composition work.