It's time for the holidays. Taking your photo gear? Of course!
To help you organise, I've written
an article on what to take. And what not to take. The blog post includes lots of details, recommendations and tips, plus photos.
But here's a quick ten point checklist I hope you'll find handy.
1. Body
2. Power
a) batteries (3 sets)
b) battery charger (universal)
c) prong adapters
3. Media
a) sufficient film and/or memory cards
b) SD card pouch
4. Backup
a) portable USB hard drive
b) blank DVDs or upload site
c) card reader
5. Support
a) mini-tripod
b) full tripod
c) monopod
6. Remote
a) cabled release
b) wireless remote
7. Cleaning
a) lens pen or cloth
b) Arctic Butterfly
8. Storage
a) camera bag
b) general purpose bag with bubble wrap
9. Lighting
a) flash
b) remote triggers
10. Lenses
... a whole article in itself!
Let me know if I've forgotten anything.