Camera Bag Hack | Essential Gear for Day Hikes

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6 жыл бұрын

Today, I share a simple and easy way to convert a day hiking backpack into a camera bag - my own camera bag hack, if you will. This is my go-to setup for most day hikes doing landscape photography. I reveal all of my essential camera gear for a day on the trail as I unpack the bag with you. Links to all of the gear are provided below.
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GEAR I RECOMMEND FROM THIS VIDEO:
Backpack setup:
Osprey Stratos 34L Backpack: amzn.to/2J6ZsEv
MindShift Rotation 180 Pro Photo Insert: amzn.to/2GGHABO
Camera gear:
Nikon D810 DSLR Camera: amzn.to/2phHzua
Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 Lens: amzn.to/2pjHpT3
Nikon AF-P Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.4 Lens: amzn.to/2FKSTsQ
Sigma 50-500mm f4.5-6.3 APO DG OS HSM SLD Ultra Telephoto Lens: amzn.to/2Ihpeoj
Kenko N-AF 1.4x Teleconverter (for Nikon): amzn.to/2Izg5YO
Gitzo GT1545T Traveler Series 1 Tripod: amzn.to/2IuoYmC
Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ballhead: amzn.to/2GCgbi1
Camera Accessories:
3 Legged Thing L-bracket: amzn.to/2tV8X69
3 Legged Thing Multi-tool: amzn.to/2pkv3tT
Peak Design Camera Leash: amzn.to/2IzolrN
MindShift Filter Hive: amzn.to/2plhF93
Vello Freewave Plus Remote Shutter Release (check compatibility with your camera): amzn.to/2IxlSON
Rocket blower: amzn.to/2DBUj2X
Movo Motorized Panoramic Timelapse Head: amzn.to/2IyaYIC
Absorbent Microfiber Cloths: amzn.to/2FHZBzT
Lens Cloths: amzn.to/2IwKZRR
Zeiss Alcohol Lens Wipes: amzn.to/2Hat96Y
Ruggard Rain Cover: amzn.to/2HGqxN0
Other Accessories:
Outdoor Research Helium II Rain Jacket: amzn.to/2uvYHBB
DeLorme InReach SE Satellite Tracker: amzn.to/2J6P8w6
Eagle Creek Quarter Cube: amzn.to/2FRwF4L
Handwarmers: amzn.to/2FHnyHQ
Kahtoola Microspikes: amzn.to/2HEcnw4
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@antonioquiroz4 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy for your success and I am so dam happy to have found your platform. The hyper-focal lesson is slowly making sense - but again, I'm so grateful of all your content. Thumbs UP!! Way WAY UP!

@DennisTheBearLoyaocrockclimber 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. I am an avid outdoors person. Photography is very new to me and your videos are a great resource.

@matthewwilson3673 3 жыл бұрын

cool pack, I like all the gear. love the orange plate/bracket on your camera, l plates and filters are weirdly my favorite camera gear

@allanmoral3867 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid Brenda! Thank you.

@charlenenagel7962 6 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Brenda! Great information! Love the orange L-bracket too!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Charlene!

@nigelbedrock5044 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. Very informative. As someone who doesn’t particularly like camera backpacks it was great to see your solution with the Osprey.

@brendazozaya263 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Brenda, As always, your videos are highly informative, and thoughtful . Thank you!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! : )

@mitymous1 6 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying your videos. They both aggravate and soothe my homesickness! We just moved from NH to WI last fall, and I really really miss hiking and shooting in New England.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad I can show you a bit of "home" to help with the homesickness! I'm hoping to do more photography in NH this summer, so stay tuned.

@PeterWestlakeWebb 6 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the 1000 subs, well deserved. Nice to see someone who uses minimal gear, I started out as a gear junkie but now realise I don’t use 75% of it. It’s all going and I’m using the proceeds to actually get out/travel and take photos🤗

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Peter! It's been an exciting road so far! :) Good plan about trading in some gear for more time outside! I like it!

@JonA-zl3uu 2 жыл бұрын

Stumbled upon this video as I'm researching a camera backpack that I can take trail running. Love the video and sure gave me some insight on things to consider. I am debating on whether or not to bring a tripod since it might be a little bulky to go running with.

@rexplorer.official 2 жыл бұрын

Woahhhhh! I never thought to even buy camera filter holder. I just use the cases they came in. 👍👍.

@suhailzubaid9192 4 жыл бұрын

I got my inspiration from this video and have created a similar solution with all the gear and bag options I have available, instead of buying a new camera bag. Thank you for sharing this video!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

Great! I'm glad you found something that works!

@rosaliebischof1171 5 жыл бұрын

I hope you and your family are well. Happy to have come across your channel! I’ve been trying to adapt my Osprey backpack w not much sucess. I think mine is a 26 in size. I just can’t use my Lowepro camera back pack anymore because of back & hip issues. Yours is the only video I’ve ever seen on this topic! I’m also a Vermonter! I’m heading to Iceland this May for 6 solo days of shooting! And I ain’t talked no guns!

@ceilihmcgrady4125 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I've been looking at bags recently and your system looks like a great alternative.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@joaobispoaragao991 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Brenda, I'm Brazilian and I really like your videos, you're direct and leave no doubts. I look forward to the next video. Big hug!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Joao! Big hug back! : )

@carloshernandez7874 2 жыл бұрын

This is perfect! I was going to shell out $ for a new pack and found this just in time. Plus I have the same Osprey backpack but in burnt orange (your color!). Cheers!

@outdoortechtrekguy1029 3 жыл бұрын

What great idea i am a keen mountaineer /hiker and take my photography seriously this is a perfect solution. I can use the bag is a daypack. Sold.

@neilsparks.4447 6 жыл бұрын

Grat kit bag idea, i was just thinking of my next bag as my kit is expanding, i might try using my big hike bag, thanks for the advice Brenda, keep up the great vlogs!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks, Neil!

@jeffreyrosato6340 6 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Brenda, I'm so glad I found your channel. Your videos are so interesting and Informative. Thank you.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Jeffery! Glad you enjoy them.

@andyjamesmciver 6 жыл бұрын

That is pretty much my set up on day hikes. Use a peak designs everyday backpack if I'm doing city photography!! I love that you use circular filters... makes it more relatable for me at least, all other photography channels use the drop in style, which is well out of my budget! Lens purchases definitely take priority!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Andy - I use the Peak Design everyday backpack for city photography too! I do like that bag a lot, but unfortunately, I don't find it comfortable to hike with. The drop in filters have been out of my budget as well, although I am hoping to get some soon. The circular ones are tough to separate from the adapters with cold fingers! That said, I think I'll keep the circular ones. I think they would be handy when needing to use a lens hood.

@utahvisen1023 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@MikePageKaltenberg 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thought you were cool anyway and then you go and out yourself as a fellow Osprey fan! I love my Stratos 36! Plus I'm a biochemist.

@jennyyipcy 6 жыл бұрын

Love your vlogs. Keep going with your passion.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Jenny! :)

@PatOutdoorify 6 жыл бұрын

Great video and tip on the multi tool. Just ordered one. Keep the good video's comming! Greetings from Belgium. .

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks and hello from across the ocean! :)

@totoroutes5389 5 жыл бұрын

Nice kit. I use the Gitzo GT1551T tripod with Markins Q3i ballhead. My tripod weight is the best since i’m usually on-foot whether in country or in the city, but I would like to start using a 62” systematic tripod for its height and extra stability.

@josephcruz7959 6 жыл бұрын

Ciao Brenda, another great video! Many thanks. :)

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joseph! :)

@zoltandobany962 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Understandable, short, to the point. Nice lights, Brenda !!! Sincerely, Dr. Zoltán Dobány, Hungary

@carlosvanvegas 4 жыл бұрын

Think I'm going to watch more of these video's I know this is almost a couple years ago, but there's really useful tips and ideas here that still hold true even now nice 👍

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Carl! I'm glad the info was helpful.

@angelguzman8737 4 жыл бұрын

I’m watching it right now 😀

@Nat.ImagesLarge.F.Photographer 5 жыл бұрын

Great equipment,really nice video!

@iamleek 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. SUch a helpful video!! Thank you.

@JoshBenBernales 6 жыл бұрын

Great vid, Brenda! That little Movo head looks really cool. I like the idea of using a hiking bag, I've been looking into getting a new camera bag but maybe I'll just look into inserts for another really nice bag I already own :)

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Josh! I've found this setup to be the most comfortable option so far. And I was glad to use a bag that I already had on hand. I do wish I had a camera backpack that I could lay flat and open up the belly (rather than top load), but really, it's a minor detail.

@DominikSobieniak 6 жыл бұрын

I do use the same backpack for my photography hikes. Only diference is that i adopted the bottom compartment for my photo gear. Tripod on one side of backpack and top compartment has a lot room for clothing etc.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Good to know about other ways to arrange things and make more room for hiking/clothing gear. Thanks!

@scotty4418 6 жыл бұрын

Great to see your channel growing Brenda and interesting to see how you set up you day hike gear. Was wondering if you also take some first aid items as given places where you go, there must be some instances where you could suffer minor injuries. Keep up the great content

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Scotty! You are absolutely right. I usually do have a small first aid kit on hand, mostly for summer hiking, to take care of minor cuts, scrapes, bites, blisters. Thanks for the reminder to get it back into my bag now that we're changing seasons! :)

@vccnapa 6 жыл бұрын

Great video... and thanks for that... I just ordered the insert...

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Great! I hope it works out well for you.

@rvertv 6 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for the flat screen TV to come out haha great info and video...keep them coming

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

RVerTV Ha! Now that would have been something! ;). Thanks!

@timetodestination9538 6 жыл бұрын

Good content. Very informative. Just add on, when I hike and do landscape, I always brings first kit aid and headlamp with me. Better safe than sorry. And since I am in California, bear spray is always in my pack too.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent additions! Thanks!

@BackFocus11 6 жыл бұрын

Keep up the videos Brenda!! Love em!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@gibsonshuffles3651 5 жыл бұрын

Yooo. I like how it has that breathing room. I had SO much back sweat during the Summer. I'm switching to a messenger or sling for my needs, but if I ever need a backpack - I might consider this one. :D

@bilfoto Жыл бұрын

TARION PB-01 Professional Camera Bag is the perfect backpack for you. What is important is that it can be adjusted according to the person's height. So, you wouldn't have the problem you mentioned at the beginning of the video. I have been using it for over a year and the backpack is amazing.

@LynetteP150 2 ай бұрын

I just found your channel! Great stuff!

@Photomeike 6 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on passing 1k subs!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Pretty exciting.

@rationalcapitalist 2 жыл бұрын

I used to have a very similar setup with almost the same exact Osprey bag. Instead of the camera cube, I carried the camera and main lens on the shoulder strap with a Peak Design Capture Clip (I had the rain cover to protect the camera in case of bad weather), and carried 2 extra lenses inside a lens pouch in the bag. I also carried the tripod on the bottom straps like you do. Overall, this worked well because it left me ample room for for actual hiking gear. The downside was that getting to the extra lenses was a bit of a pain, and not very organized. I recently purchased the Atlas Packs Athlete bag instead. It has a built-in camera cube, but leaves space in front of the cube and above for a good amount of hiking gear. I also chose the waist strap that normally comes with their bigger Adventure bag. With this, I actually find the Atlas bag more comfortable than my Osprey bag was, and it's much easier to access the extra lenses since it opens from the back like a typical camera bag does. Their bags also have a unique design they call "origami" that allows you to quickly expand or contract the size of the camera cube so you can customize it based on your hiking gear/camera gear ratio.

@steveh1273 6 жыл бұрын

I just bought a Mammut Nirvana Pro 35L for plane travel and shorter hikes. I love the way it opens either on the back or front panels similar to the F Stop bags which I have in a larger version. I noticed a hint that you may be changing cameras soon, I still use the D800E, and there needs to be more advances or an advanced Nikon mirrorless in order for me to purchase another.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve - I'll have to check out the Mammut Nirvana. I've had my eye on an F-stop bag for a larger setup for overnight backpacking, but I haven't tried them out yet. I'm totally with you on Nikon. My D810 isn't old enough yet for me to justify trading it in for the D850, although it looks like an incredible camera! I'm hopeful that Nikon comes out with a mirrorless system that uses their F-mount lenses. I think that will be my next camera body IF it has the capability of the D850 and may be a tad lighter. The Nikons are heavy...

@michaelmckeag960 4 жыл бұрын

I see you too took this approach until you discovered F-Stop photography packs. I’ve been using an F-Stop for a couple years now. It is the most comfortable pack I have ever carried, and accessing photography gear through the front panel makes it the most efficient pack to work from I’ve ever used. Tied below a relatively light carbon fiber tripod it serves as stabilizing ballast and held upright becomes a convenient gear cupboard at my feet. Recently discovered your tutorial videos; delightful and informative.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Michael! You are right to observe that I now mostly use the F-Stop pack. For my body type, it's not as comfortable as the Osprey pack setup here, but it is far more convenient for accessing gear and for carrying more. I chose the setup based on whether I'm prioritizing comfort over photography or vice versa.

@karn3094 6 жыл бұрын

I’m enjoying your podcasts, Brenda! I also struggle to find the right bag - I have tried so many, for backpacking/skiing and some dedicated photo bags. I have similar issues. I just happened to hop on to REI’s website to take advantage of the 20% sale (ends tomorrow) and use coupons, etc - it turns out this pack is available (S/M only) for $119 (not counting coupons!). I decided to jump on it and try it out. I also ordered what appears to be the last mindshift 180 inserts :D I’ll let you know how it goes! Please keep up your inspiring videos, and thanks SO much for sharing. You are are really great at this!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Karen! :) That is so exciting that you got some deals on the pack setup! I really hope it works out for you. Let me know how it goes!

@rgs455atw 4 жыл бұрын

Lots of good hints, thanks

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@EricAlainDufresne 5 жыл бұрын

Great video.

@billythekid6728 6 жыл бұрын

Great arrangement!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Billy!

@candaedomkowski6569 6 жыл бұрын

Congrats on 1k+ subscribers!! Great video again. I have a different camera insert, but like yours better, so will have to look for it :)

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Candae! :) What insert do you use currently?

@candaedomkowski6569 6 жыл бұрын

I use the Tenba BYOB DSLR Backpack Insert, which opens more from the side than the top. I find it more cumbersome to pull the camera in/out quickly, which is why I'd rather have the opening at the top :) Btw, I just ordered a USB hand warmer after seeing my friend use it on our trip, which really helped her... who knew these things existed! www.amazon.com/EnergyFlux-Ellipse-Rechargeable-5200mAh-Portable/dp/B00AYASBP2/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1522796142&sr=8-7&keywords=usb+hand+warmers&dpID=41rXyJfCigL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Candae Domkowski Nice! The rechargeable ones would definitely cut down on waste!

@drmel94 6 жыл бұрын

Interesting to see other people's solutions. I got an Osprey Porter 30 bag for general use, since I've been working internationally and need something that's a good carry-on size. Over the winter I got a Mountainsmith cube to hold my camera body & lens, along with some gear, and got a few other cases to hold filters, additional accessories, etc. What I have not yet figured out is how best to strap my tripod on. I've got an Induro carbon fiber & ball head that's pretty hefty, which is good for stability but a little unwieldy for hiking. Since I'm about to go from a job that pays really well but doesn't give me opportunities for photography to possibly unemployed, I expect I'm going to have to learn to work with what I've got for a while.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Mel - Could you strap the tripod to the front of the Osprey Porter pack? It looks like there are straps there. One little hack I came up with for needing to attach a water bottle or tripod to a pack that didn't have a side pocket is to use a rock climber chalk bag like this one: amzn.to/2JwEjUa and attach it to my bag with a carabiner and then use the cinch straps to hold the tripod in place. Not sure if that would solve your problem. Good luck on the job front! I hope you end up doing more photography!

@montanaylago 6 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the first 1000 benchmark!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It blows me away, but I'm really excited! :)

@vntrgirl Жыл бұрын

Girl!!!!!! You have no idea the amount of hours I have spent searching for a female perspective that was similar to mine so I didn't waste my time and money on packs that just aren't quite right but still 300.00! Thank you so much! For the record, I still haven't decided what to do 🤣 but after trying on my better halfs lowepro aw 400 and feeling like "fat guy in a little coat" because I couldn't pull my arms forward due to the straps being so stiff (there is zero chance I could bike or hike with that and not hate every minute) and the hip belt wasn't big enough for me to help offset the should straps i went in search of other camera style hiking bags or hiking style camera bags but they are highly male perspective and now that I see so many men love that lowepro aw 400 and trying that on myself I no longer can rely on that feedback (not hating on men here im happy they have many options 😁). Once I heard you say...they are boxy and the straps weren't comfortable I was hooked! I have been looking at a gregory plus size pack (I've never owned a plus size pack, everything is always just a little tight and I'm too damn old to keep living that way) but my fiance is concerned about wear and tear of the pack and camera gear and keeps suggesting like shimoda or lowepro so I was starting to think my smaller bags wouldn't be enough protection in a hiking pack. Then there was you....a light in the gloomy night! 📸. Thank you for the review and to anyone who painstakingly reads my ramble. Have a blessed day!

@MeAMuse 6 жыл бұрын

Good video. Going to check some more of your stuff out. My bag approach is the same as yours and I am always looking for tweaks for better usability. Some of the differences are as follows: I use just a little insert from Ape Case (I also surround that with a sea to summit dry bag for extra wet weather protection). This only works if you don't have huge lenses though. Bag wise I love osprey. I use the Manta for hiking (just preferred the layout to the Stratos), and the Tropos for travel (it is better for fitting laptops etc - but sacrifices hip pockets, and requires me to borrow the rain cover from the Manta). I use the peak design capture clip so my camera is always accessible, and then use a 6.5L Sea to summit stuff sack on a carabiner to cover the camera when raining. I just wish L brackets worked well with the peak design capture clip.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Dean Hey Dean - thanks for sharing your setup too. I love Osprey. I’m glad to hear that their other bags work well for you too for camera gear. I also have used a 30L dry bag on the inside of my Stratos for paddling trips. It doesn’t make the gear easy to access, but at least I know it will be dry if I flip the boat!

@bobswezey7452 6 жыл бұрын

we enjoyed your video's, good Info. Thank's :)

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bob!

@roblawrence3325 6 жыл бұрын

I am also a fan of the peak design products!!!! good tube on simple but practical gear I use an Aarn Pack (made in NZ) with photo pouches that hold the D500 with a 70-200 and the D810 with the 24-70 both of those are Tamron g2 series makes for quick access cheers Well done in 1k subs as well

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for sharing your bag choice - it's always fun to learn about other manufacturers and other neat ways to comfortably carry camera gear.

@rlhydn3438 5 жыл бұрын

Terrific hack. I am about to convert to the same. A camera hiking pack to actually carry stuff (other than camera kit) just doesn't seem to exist!

@user-md7zm3xq6e 5 жыл бұрын

such a helpful video! I'm a weakend photographer and I've learned so much from this video. Thank you. So much practical tips and information densed in under 10 minutes, every beginning hiking photographers should watch this video.

@madcat1007 2 жыл бұрын

How did you become weakend?

@akirahojo2 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting - what other hiking gears have you got in the bag? Would be good to know what else you can fit into that hiking bag beside ur camera gears. Cheers.

@angelguzman8737 4 жыл бұрын

I usually carry a smaller camera bag and stick it inside my day pack, I got the osprey atmos 50L pack. I usually bring my camera 18-35mm Lens and my 70-200 lens. I also bring my mavic pro or air.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Sounds like you can fit a lot!

@lafite1964 5 жыл бұрын

Nice one Brenda, I thought about getting the osprey farpoint 40 and with the insert that should be perfect, what do you think?

@michaelreed649 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. You just got another sub.

@andyytube484 6 жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable channel,great presentation skills

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Andy!

@SeamusHarper1234 6 жыл бұрын

This is what i do: Take a regular backpack and stuff all your photography gear in. Dedicated photo backpacks always have these super-thick and bulky protective hulls that feel like total overkill to me.... Although i do have a OM-D, which is a lot smaller. Bonus points for Peak Design, they have awesome stuff =) I really like their Capture Clip.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Good solution! Yeah, I really like Peak Design too. I have their Capture Clip as well, although I don't use it as often as I should...

@davidgrandy4681 3 жыл бұрын

I always thought that it was kind of romantic to use a camera backpack. The whole get back to the earth, walk ten KM into the bush and then shoot. Then I bought one (and then another sigh ...) and discovered that while they are great for transporting gear, they really sucked when I tried to work out of one. Unlike her's mine were Lowepro and they were side loading. Once I reached my shooting spot I'd take out what gear I needed, assemble it and then would take the shot. All good. The problem came when I wanted to move the stuff 50 metres away. I'd have to pack up everything - and pack it up carefully - or it would fall out. Gravity was my enemy. I'd have to do this every time I moved. Very quickly I found myself mentally turning down opportunities to shoot as the unpack/pack up was such a pain in the butt. As I say the backpack model is great for transporting and her top load solves some of the problems. I think that a real answer here would be if that inner gear module had a shoulder strap. I'd use the backpack to haul the stuff, set up a base, and then I'd just use the inner bag to move around a 200 metre area (100 metres in any direction). If you don't do the hikes in the woods thing then in my opinion is that you would be better served with a regular top load camera bag like a Domke or Lowepro. I think that I'd also be looking to synch up the tripod vertically. The horizontal position looks to me like it would get snagged on things pretty quickly.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experiences! It seems like there is no one perfect solution - definitely a challenge. I don't love the top loading aspect of my "hack" in this video, but I do find this setup the most comfortable on my back/hips for a long day of hiking. I have other camera backpacks that I use if I need to bring more gear, but I find them very uncomfortable.

@DarrenKnightPhoto 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Brenda, Another very informative video 👍 I’m currently in the Peak District in the UK and planned to shoot and Vlog, but the weather here has been shocking all weekend. I’ll have to start packing the micro Fiber cloths. I don’t think they would have saved this weekend, but they would have helped.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Darren!

@clmjn146 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video! I'm currently looking for a camera backpack but now am considering using the pack I have .... my question is, when you want to get at your camera, isn't it a pain to access?

@davidmedeiros7572 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a little late on this video but thought I'd mention my setup as it's a a similar custom setup. None of the regular camera day bags suited my gear and shooting style (simple MFT set up, one lens, a few filters, compact tripod and typical hiking essentials). Most dedicated bags devoted too much space to the camera and lenses and not enough to the other gear. Also most way overpriced for their apparent level of quality. Having a smaller system meant I could easily adapt any daypack but I found a really great solution in the SOG Scout 24L bag and a small multi pouch from Kinesis Gear. The Kineses pouch has a modular attachment system similar to MOLLE/PALS if you're familiar with that (straps that fit into a webbing panel). And the Scout has MOLLE webbing both inside and outside the bag. I've attached my camera pouch at the top of the internal webbing which makes pulling the camera in and out of bag easy w out having to rifle through my other items. I keep my filters in a small pouch at the bottom of the bag but it clips onto my tripod when I set up. The bag can be opened from the side as well as the top so if I need gear from below by camera pouch its easy to get to. There's webbing on the back of the bag and belt so I can add more pouches for expanding storage or to make some items easier to get to. The bag has a water bladder pouch but no integrated bottle holders. I can strap my tripod to once side of the bag using the load tightener straps, or add a foot pouch and use the webbing on the back panel. I wish the bag was a little larger (like maybe 28L instead of 24L) but it beats most of the other stuff I found. If I move up to a larger camera or add another lens I'll have to switch bags but will try to use the same basic system.

@robgerety 2 жыл бұрын

Curious where you traveled in the Yukon. I paddled a river in the Werneke Mountains in 2016. Gorgeous country.

@anniebooo 6 жыл бұрын

Congrats for passing 1000! Small question: where did you get that plastic bag/camera rain jacket from? Really looks good, my problem here is more of the blowing whipping sand type issue, and I've tee tried a few solutions. Thanks

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Annie! Here is a link to the rain jacket: Ruggard Rain Cover: amzn.to/2HGqxN0. I believe you can also find it at B&H Photo. I bet it would work well for protecting against sand too.

@ju2705s 5 жыл бұрын

You are the sweetest female photographer on YT ever! 😍

@Guenounovitch 5 жыл бұрын

Looks like an entire pack of new gear, take a good care of the tripod at the bottom

@brianhayes7415 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video as usual Brenda! I shuffle my camera gear between a camera bag, back pack and I also have a rolling camera bag for when I travel. A lot of the time I'll have both my full frame and crop frame Nikons and assorted lenses, tripod and the usual stuff so the weight just kills me. My question is, does the waist strap like your bag has help by taking some of the weight off your shoulders?

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian - I totally understand! That is a lot of gear. The kit I showed in the video (not including the Sigma beast) is around 20lbs. I try to keep it less than that otherwise my knees complain ;). I do find that the padded waist strap on this bag gives a lot of support. One trick is to loosen the waist strap and shoulder straps (top and bottom), and then clip and tighten the waist strap first - this makes sure that it is on your hips in a good position. Then adjust the shoulder straps. I find that adjusting the upper cinch straps on the shoulder straps makes a huge difference for helping transfer the weight more to my hips. Hope that helps!

@brianhayes7415 6 жыл бұрын

Great tip, I will give it a go and let you know.Thanks!

@Angies-adventures 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Brenda! Great video...question: the little plastic bag that fits over your camera for rain/moisture protection is called what? Thanks & keep the videos coming!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Angie - glad you liked the video! The little rain thingy is the Ruggard Rain Cover. It's about $5-10 and super lightweight/easy to use.

@snappiness 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the helpful video. I had independently narrowed down the Stratos 34 as a potential camera bag conversion with the idea of the tripod where the sleeping bag goes and a camera insert, but was struggling to visualize how it would work - so this was perfect!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

Great minds think alike! ;)

5 жыл бұрын

I'm curious to know much weight is all that gear. What would be optimal in your opinion?

@markmuller3086 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Brenda I may have missed it or maybe you discuss it in another of your videos, but do you use specialty photography gloves for the cold? With the finger openings maybe? Slots for hand warmers? I figure you for sure have lots of experience with that, given your location! Thanks!

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark! I have been using the Hestra waffle liner glove for cold weather photography. Unfortunately, I just looked and it doesn't appear that they make them any longer. They aren't the warmest liner glove, but I have decent dexterity with them and they're very comfortable. I find that a lot of gloves are too thick or the seams are too thick to be able to work my camera. When it's really chilly out, I just put some handwarmers in my pockets and hold them when I'm not fiddling with the camera. Many photographers love the Freehands Thinsulate Glove, which has magnetic fingers that fold back. I've tried them and find that they cut off my finger circulation, so they are actually worse than not wearing any gloves. I must have fat fingers ;P. Hope that helps!

@Sasa_Ka 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, did you choose the size s/m or m/l? Thanks

@joefrat 6 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 1k subscribers. Note: we are not short, we are vertically challenged.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

I like it!

@randydietmeyer5883 6 жыл бұрын

Good video. As someone who subscribes to about 2/3rds photography channels and the other 1/3rd to bushcraft/prepper/survival types, I have found that there is virtually no photography-centric bag that has worked for me. I even blew a lot of money on a Mindshift bag that quite a few channels were raving about last year, and immediately found that it had no place for my knives/firestarter/1st Aid/etc, stuff. LOL We live in Arizona so water and water filtration is VERY important when hiking. Right now, I use a Condor Day pack which houses all the 'survival kit' items as well as the basic photo supplies like spare batteries, Ziess lens wipes, mem cards, and usually one spare lens -and usually always have the camera itself (5D mark IV) around a neck on my shoulder.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you have a great setup! And thanks for the reminder about taking a first aid kit. I do usually have one on hand while hiking, and forgot to include that in this video. Always better safe than sorry!

@adamaj74 6 жыл бұрын

I stopped using alcohol to clean my lenses after reading a comment saying it could damage the coating(s), dry out the seals, etc. After spending entirely too much time googling around I couldn't find a definitive answer either way. Someone would say, "Oh, I've been using alcohol for 20 years and it hasn't damaged my lenses.", and then right below that comment, "That's because those old lenses don't have the coatings of newer lenses. I had to have the front element replaced on my 600 f/4 because I used alcohol on it.", and back and forth and back and forth. So I decided to err on the side of caution and use Zeiss non-alcoholic lens wipes.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

That's really interesting, Adam, I hadn't heard that about the alcohol wipes and the coatings. Thanks for the heads up! I agree, it's better to safe than sorry.

@ZarzoHd 4 жыл бұрын

How much stuff are you able to fit inside where the camera insert is? I need a bag for my trip to Austria and were wondering if this would be good enough. I will need space for a jacket, some gloves, some extra pants maybe. And Im not sure if it will all fit inside but hope it will

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

I can't fit too much outside of camera gear inside the insert, but can fit some clothing items in the bottom of the pack (separate zipper area) and in the top zippered areas. I strap my tripod and an extra jacket to the outside. It suits me well for a day hike. When I need to pack more, I use the F-Stop Loka bag.

@ZarzoHd 4 жыл бұрын

@@outdoorphotographyschool7366 thank you. I think the 36 might be a better fit for me then as I will need space for clothes and food etc. But thanks for your reply

@ungavaproductions 5 жыл бұрын

I'd like to get details about your satellite communicator. Could you please come back on this ? Thanks to share

@AleksandrY2K 4 жыл бұрын

Sigma release 60-600 lens "the new Bigma" that replaces the 50-500 that you show on this video. Would you or Have you replace it for this new option?

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

I haven't replaced it, mostly because I'm very happy with the 50-500. It's super sharp and the optical stabilization is excellent. It would be nice to have more reach, however, with the 60-600.

@AleksandrY2K 4 жыл бұрын

@@outdoorphotographyschool7366 thanks for responding. It would be material for a vlog if someone lends you that model perhaps even make a comparison with your current one. I really like your channel, it feels real and the way you explain is refreshing. Keep on the good work.

@ldstirling 6 жыл бұрын

Is your 70-300mm lens the Nikon AF-S ED VR f/4.5-5.6? I have that lens and I've not been too happy with it beyond 200mm when shooting wide-open. As you primarily shoot landscape, I'm sure you've got it stopped down to f/8 or more where it does improve things a little. It's a longer lens and a bit heavier, but I would urge to you look at the Nikon 70-200mm f/4 lens. This is my go-to telephoto lens and it's wonderful for hand-holding and super sharp.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Yep - you guessed it - that is the Nikon 70-300mm that I have. I agree that it is soft above 200-250mm. I usually only use it if I don't think I'm going to be doing any wildlife photography or anything where I really want to get more reach. For that, I use a Sigma 50-500mm - also a beast of a lens, but super sharp and it has excellent optical stabilization. Thanks for the recommendation on the Nikon 70-200mm!

@ldstirling 6 жыл бұрын

Just curious Brenda, what made you choose the Sigma 50-500mm lens? In the last couple years all the reviews and articles have been about the Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary and Sport lenses, 150-600mm G1 and G2 from Tamron, and the Nikon 200-500mm. I don't think I've ever heard about the 50-500mm lens.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

ldstirling You’re right - it’s not that common of a lens. The reason I have it is really just because I was able to get an amazing deal on it. The next telephoto purchase I’ll likely make will be a 150-600mm either Tamron or Sigma. The Nikons are out of my budget for now! Although the 50-500 is an odd telephoto range, it actually is a good travel lens if you might be shooting in less than ideal conditions (like dust) and would like to avoid changing lenses. So, in a pinch it could double as a landscape and wildlife lens.

@socandyman 6 жыл бұрын

You do not have a wide lens ?

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

I have a 14mm prime for astrophotography and an 11-20mm for my crop sensor camera (so effectively a 16-30mm), but I find that I rarely shoot at those low focal lengths. Perhaps it's because the majority of my photography is done in Vermont, which doesn't really have wide, long range vistas (most of our mountains are covered with trees). I usually just do a stitched panorama if I need to get wider. Some day I may invest in a "real" wide angle. :)

@someofthem 6 жыл бұрын

Alcool on lenses??

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 6 жыл бұрын

Yep - the ones I use are from Zeiss and are rated to be safe on coated camera lenses. I haven't had any issues.

@garvinkelly Жыл бұрын

what is the total weight?

@Rabixter 2 жыл бұрын

Alcohol wipes are not ideal for cleaning lenses as they can remove the coatings which are applied by the manufacturer. Better to use those lens cleaning solutions (comes in little spray bottles) along with a microfibre cloth.

@demetriosjoannou 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Brenda, just stubled across you channel! Really enjoying the video's so far! I am trying to get my KZfaq up and running, so feel free to check it out. Keep em coming! Take care

@DawidhabdArup_N7 3 жыл бұрын

Since this has been a while you done this video, there are many other bags are now available and the best one I think that *_@petermckinnon_* introduced last year I think or earlier this year. That looks pretty sturdy and lightweight, with many options. If you updated as such please let us know. Check out my channel and let me know if you like any of my contents and how can I improve my channel contents. Due to my disabilities, I am not regular as much as I would like. One of friends says *_Our World is a Shared Experience_* and what I say, *_Life is Short, so Live Long and Prosper_* Look after yourself and each other and Stay Safe...

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I do use other bags as option depending on what I am doing and need my gear for. I still use the setup in this video for when I'm mostly hiking and am prioritizing comfort over carrying lots of gear. I don't find many camera backpacks to be comfortable for several hours of hiking. Others may feel differently!

@old4004 5 жыл бұрын

Notice that you are above 9K subscribers now, Brenda, so our "best kept secret" is no more. Great!! Be careful on those solo trips.

@robertpendergast2620 6 жыл бұрын

If you hike alone, no firearm?

@taniadina32 4 жыл бұрын

Check the Shimoda explorer, they even offer womens'strap.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

I've heard that since making this video. Have you tried it out?

@taniadina32 4 жыл бұрын

Not yet, but heard good things.

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

@@taniadina32 That's good to hear!

@KGi4 4 жыл бұрын

Half of the stuff is necessary. If you done your planning you already know angle you will be shooting and what to expect. By having shot planning it's easy for you and your back, but if you are carrying all your gear and rest of necessary gear your day trip will be painful and less enjoyable. Unless you are one of those photographers who is shooting everything ...

@outdoorphotographyschool7366 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, if you know exactly what you will be shooting, but if you want to keep your options open for whatever subjects you may find on a hike, this setup will cover your bases. It's not for everyone or every style of shooting.