Photographers carry kit

WondringLisa · 10-14-2019, 05:55 AM

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I recently watched an interesting video on the 'Modern Rogue' youtube channel where they talked about what they would have in an everyday carry kit, packed into a small Bag like this (amazon.com : ZJtech Tactical Molle Pouch Compact EDC Tools Utility Gadget Pouch : Sports & Outdoors?tag=pentaxforums-20&). That got me thinking, what would people put into a photographers equivalent?

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**aslyfox** · 10-14-2019, 06:16 AM

at a minimum

extra SD card ( s )

extra confirmed charged battery ( s )

lens cloth

this tool: PMG multi tool Photographers Multi-Tool 4mm Allen Wrench and Flat-Head Key Chain-Tool

Read more at: PMG multi tool Photographers Multi-Tool 4mm Allen Wrench and Flat-Head Key Chain-Tool reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

https://www.promediagear.com/Photographers-Multi-Tool-532-4mm-Allen-Wrench-H...ool_p_397.html

plastic bags

WondringLisa · 10-14-2019, 06:23 AM

Oh damn that pmg tool looks really handy. I'd also add in a cleaning pen Hama Lens Cleaning Pen - For Camera Lenses and Filters: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo. A compact and high lumen maglight. Maybe an elasticated/draw string in case you lose a lens cap to keep a bag in place over the lens.

**aslyfox** · 10-14-2019, 06:31 AM

Originally posted by WondringLisa

Oh damn that pmg tool looks really handy. I'd also add in a cleaning pen Hama Lens Cleaning Pen - For Camera Lenses and Filters: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo. A compact and high lumen maglight. Maybe an elasticated/draw string in case you lose a lens cap to keep a bag in place over the lens.

good additions

remember this is a carry kit that is supposed to be small so it can't have every thing

personally I might carry a multi pocketed vest, it gives you places to store such items and more such as lenses

the problem is that they get heavy real fast if you are not careful

I had to replace one that was 25 or more years old recently

I chose this one

Humvee by CampCo Safari Photo Vest

**aslyfox** · 10-14-2019, 06:35 AM

Originally posted by WondringLisa

Oh damn that pmg tool looks really handy. . . . .

check the internet for the tool

https://smile.amazon.com/Photographers-Multi-Tool-Allen-Wrench-Chain/dp/B07G...1060169&sr=8-1

ERNR · 11-07-2019, 11:57 AM

Agree with cleaning cloth, spare battery, spare card.
I frequently also carry an SD-to-lightning card reader, as the Eye-Fi cards I used to use are becoming rather unreliable and my cameras are not of the era to have their own wireless communication ability.

RoxnDox · 11-07-2019, 05:39 PM

Spare batts, spare SD card, rocket blower and a lens pen, and the 70-300 glass in the bag. Plus some other assorted stuff most of the time.

TeeJay · 11-08-2019, 07:46 AM

The best penlight I have ever owned, I carry it and use it every day: TerraLUX/LightStar LS-90 Penlight|Battery Junction

**aslyfox** · 11-08-2019, 07:54 AM

put your info:

name

address

cell phone number in the carry kit

if you lost the carry kit, perhaps the person who finds it will contact you

timb64 · 11-08-2019, 06:07 PM - **1 Like**

Add to the above a small reel of electrical tape.

Liney · 12-03-2019, 04:32 AM

I have a small "fanny pack" as you Americans would describe it, but the rest of us call it a "bum bag" even though it is worn at the front. In it I put spare SD cards, lens pen, blower, cleaning cloths and a small bottle of IPA. In addition I carry a roll of electrical tape, a big wad of blutac, and a nice little pocket LED torch. These are the basics that would go in here, and there is still space left for a spare lens. If I need to I also carry my Leatherman, but that goes on my trouser belt.

I tend to also carry an old Lowe camera case that hooks on the belt of the bum bag, so my camera body and one lens goes in there and my hands are free.

timb64 · 12-03-2019, 10:23 AM

....a small bottle of IPA?I’m assuming that’s not India Pale Ale for refreshment purposes

Liney · 12-04-2019, 01:12 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by timb64

....a small bottle of IPA?I’m assuming that’s not India Pale Ale for refreshment purposes

No the hip flask of Port covers the refreshments, in this case IPA is Iso Propyl Alcohol which I use to clean glass

edri · 12-21-2019, 05:41 AM

Originally posted by TeeJay

The best penlight I have ever owned, I carry it and use it every day: TerraLUX/LightStar LS-90 Penlight|Battery Junction

Why is this penlight the best?

kadajawi · 12-26-2019, 07:36 PM

Spare battery, cleaning cloth, SD card, powerbank and cables, ND filter. If I'm on the go for longer, I'll also bring a charger along that I can power up using the powerbank.

10-14-2019, 06:35 AM	#5
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by WondringLisa Oh damn that pmg tool looks really handy. . . . . check the internet for the tool https://smile.amazon.com/Photographers-Multi-Tool-Allen-Wrench-Chain/dp/B07G...1060169&sr=8-1 Last edited by aslyfox; 10-14-2019 at 07:04 AM.

11-08-2019, 07:46 AM	#8
TeeJay Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 42	The best penlight I have ever owned, I carry it and use it every day: TerraLUX/LightStar LS-90 Penlight\|Battery Junction Last edited by TeeJay; 11-08-2019 at 07:47 AM. Reason: added image

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10-14-2019, 06:16 AM	#2
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	at a minimum extra SD card ( s ) extra confirmed charged battery ( s ) lens cloth this tool: PMG multi tool Photographers Multi-Tool 4mm Allen Wrench and Flat-Head Key Chain-Tool Read more at: PMG multi tool Photographers Multi-Tool 4mm Allen Wrench and Flat-Head Key Chain-Tool reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database https://www.promediagear.com/Photographers-Multi-Tool-532-4mm-Allen-Wrench-H...ool_p_397.html plastic bags

10-14-2019, 06:23 AM	#3
WondringLisa Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Posts: 77 Original Poster	Oh damn that pmg tool looks really handy. I'd also add in a cleaning pen Hama Lens Cleaning Pen - For Camera Lenses and Filters: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo. A compact and high lumen maglight. Maybe an elasticated/draw string in case you lose a lens cap to keep a bag in place over the lens.

10-14-2019, 06:31 AM	#4
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by WondringLisa Oh damn that pmg tool looks really handy. I'd also add in a cleaning pen Hama Lens Cleaning Pen - For Camera Lenses and Filters: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo. A compact and high lumen maglight. Maybe an elasticated/draw string in case you lose a lens cap to keep a bag in place over the lens. good additions remember this is a carry kit that is supposed to be small so it can't have every thing personally I might carry a multi pocketed vest, it gives you places to store such items and more such as lenses the problem is that they get heavy real fast if you are not careful I had to replace one that was 25 or more years old recently I chose this one Humvee by CampCo Safari Photo Vest

11-07-2019, 11:57 AM	#6
ERNR Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Photos: Albums Posts: 185	Agree with cleaning cloth, spare battery, spare card. I frequently also carry an SD-to-lightning card reader, as the Eye-Fi cards I used to use are becoming rather unreliable and my cameras are not of the era to have their own wireless communication ability.

11-07-2019, 05:39 PM	#7
RoxnDox Pentaxian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gig Harbor, Washington, USA, Terra Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,494	Spare batts, spare SD card, rocket blower and a lens pen, and the 70-300 glass in the bag. Plus some other assorted stuff most of the time.

11-08-2019, 07:54 AM	#9
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	put your info: name address cell phone number in the carry kit if you lost the carry kit, perhaps the person who finds it will contact you

11-08-2019, 06:07 PM - 1 Like	#10
timb64 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: /Situation : Doing my best to avoid idiots! Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,510	Add to the above a small reel of electrical tape.

12-03-2019, 04:32 AM	#11
Liney Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 1,237	I have a small "fanny pack" as you Americans would describe it, but the rest of us call it a "bum bag" even though it is worn at the front. In it I put spare SD cards, lens pen, blower, cleaning cloths and a small bottle of IPA. In addition I carry a roll of electrical tape, a big wad of blutac, and a nice little pocket LED torch. These are the basics that would go in here, and there is still space left for a spare lens. If I need to I also carry my Leatherman, but that goes on my trouser belt. I tend to also carry an old Lowe camera case that hooks on the belt of the bum bag, so my camera body and one lens goes in there and my hands are free.

12-03-2019, 10:23 AM	#12
timb64 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: /Situation : Doing my best to avoid idiots! Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,510	....a small bottle of IPA?I’m assuming that’s not India Pale Ale for refreshment purposes

12-04-2019, 01:12 AM - 1 Like	#13
Liney Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 1,237	Originally posted by timb64 ....a small bottle of IPA?I’m assuming that’s not India Pale Ale for refreshment purposes No the hip flask of Port covers the refreshments, in this case IPA is Iso Propyl Alcohol which I use to clean glass

12-21-2019, 05:41 AM	#14
edri Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: walking in the air Posts: 1,315	Originally posted by TeeJay The best penlight I have ever owned, I carry it and use it every day: TerraLUX/LightStar LS-90 Penlight\|Battery Junction Why is this penlight the best?

12-26-2019, 07:36 PM	#15
kadajawi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 2,799	Spare battery, cleaning cloth, SD card, powerbank and cables, ND filter. If I'm on the go for longer, I'll also bring a charger along that I can power up using the powerbank.