This takes me back to 1973 and joining the army…. One piece of advice was “any damn fool can be uncomfortable” and “take what you need, not what you won’t”. As always, great update and loving my Kase system. 👍👏

I did it, I pushed the button and finally made my choice on upgrades to my camera and lenses. Chose the Nikon Z7ii together with the Nikkor z 24-120 f/4 s and the NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8. Once I finish paying for those over this year, then I will add the NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S and possibly the NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S. I’m so incredibly excited. Nigel, your valuable input with your reviews and comparisons were so important in my decision making. this is the first major upgrade I’ve made in more than 20 years, and it is most definitely a major upgrade going from a D5000 to full frame and Mirrorless with top quality glass (a first for me).

Spent 12 months touring the UK a few years ago and kept 2 nikon bodies running on each hip all the time. One had the 14-24 and the other 70-200. In my backpack I had a 50, 300 and 105 micro. This worked very well for me.

Most of us enjoy 'what's in my bag' videos, thanks for sharing this!

Your pour back! Yes, gear videos are fun. You never know when you'll get a great idea. Thank you!

Nothing boring about these videos Nigel. I often find some very useful items, gadgets, what have you, in these videos. I've been dropping my bag in the sand and dirt for a while and never once thought to get a nice little collapsible bag like your orange one to set it in. Inexpensive and a great little idea to keep the gear clean!

Thanks! Great for me who is just getting started!

The most interesting thing about these "what's in my bag" video's is to learn about all the non-camera stuff that is useful when out and about in the field! A bunch of micro fiber clothes to take with me is definitely a good idea, I do have an old piece of cloth with me to dry things up but when I really need it, it's never enough! 😅

I love the idea of having a massive bag to protect your camera bag. 👏🏾

This was so interesting, seeing a different aspect to your photography. I enjoyed having an insight into how you bring us these consistently great videos. It’s good to know, I found it interesting and had very useful hints and tips on your equipment. Well done, much appreciated! Thank you Nigel.

Thanks Nigel, what a great project you've been doing over the past month and of course the weekly updates are appreciated. I've used MPB for many years and can't fault them on quality or the service they give, even to replacing a lens for me at a holiday address with 24hrs !

What do you pack when you're going on a hike? Where do you keep the water you need?

I love seeing what decisions people make for situations I may also face. I have a small set of field cleaning gear in my shooting vest and a larger home-based set for more difficult tasks. We are headed to the Outer Banks of North Carolina next month and your comments reminded me to pack that larger set as well.

Very interesting. I have watched a few "What's in my bag" videos, but they are typically about their camera gear for a particular session or trip. Including the equipment required for the videos was great. I certainly have a whole new appreciation for the effort and dedication you put into your videos. Thank you for sharing.

Your GXP-SS doubles as a panorama head by flipping the camera connection to the opposite side of the head. I have used this head for over 10 years on wilderness backpacking trips. I am not kind to it. No doubt it is built to last a lifetime. Thanks for showing us what's in your bag.

Ithink i might’ve mentioned this before, but as shower cap option I use an old ski jacket hood (goretex), it don’t break and protects outside in Sun, Cold, Snow, Blizzards, Rain… Is more robust than fragile show cap.

I always use the Kase-Filters and I'm very lucky with them and the size. I use just one size, 82mm, with magnetic stepup-rings, so that I can use it on any of my lenses!

I picked up a Tenba Solstice 24L bag and I like it a lot. Great features and holds all my gear perfectly. Very well made. Great choice! 👍

Thanks for sharing an overview of your gear. I always like to see what others are packing in their bags. For me it's all about reducing any unnecessary weight these days as well. I have a 30 liter pack and try to only take only what I absolutely need. Cheers!

Thanks for posting this and for your time, Nigel. I like this type of video in the mix. Good to change things up once in awhile. I also like to know what people are actually using. I know from my musical interests that there are a lot of gear offerings, but I want to know what the bands are taking on the road and using at gigs; what they are relying on.

Yes .. surprisingly quite interesting and insightful .. thank you Nigel 😊😊

Excellent video. It was extremely helpful to see what cleaning equipment you use. And yep, I'd love a branded microfiber towel!

Another great video! I have to say that since I bought a Nikon Z 24-200mm F4-6.5 lens a while ago my 70 to 200 lens has stayed at home a lot. I know it's more "HiFi" but the weight difference is a big deal. The Kase polarising filter and the adaptor rings are the best accessories I've ever bought. Thanks Nigel. I'll have some microfiber cloths!....

loved seeing you pull out that swab with the torn packaging, i do exactly the same 😅 and love the idea of the branded microfibre cloth!

I've had the Acratech pano head without the lever arm, for 5-6 months, it's built like a tank and very useful.

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I have started using Riedel Microfiber Polishing Cloth. They are typically used for glassware but are perfect for my gear and lenses. I also use them for my glasses and sunglasses.

Great video and info.

"Massive bag" haha love it!

Great video Nigel, I also carry a first aid kit & recently added a small blanked for a just in case to keep warm. Hope it’s never used.

awesome live this morning Nigel, more please :)

Great video! Vary logical choices! I do wish you could show us how you pack your bag. Thank you

Nice insight. I just bought the pro cube charger for Sony. My Sony A7iii came only with the option to charge in-camera. Was looking for a good charger, but it relative expensive. It was on sale, so lucky me.

I do love that larger size of microfiber cloth. I need to find some that size.

A great set up and whether we are amateurs or working pros it’s something to aspire to owning the gear you have Nigel, easily £20k plus in value there, but it’s the small things, we have the same memory card case :) that’s a win in my book, looking forward to seeing the end result of your time in Luskentyre, it’s some location.

Really interesting. I fancy one of those sensor cheaning brushes

I love my Arcatech heads! Easy to clean and the knobs work perfectly! No slide…..

Tenba - great quality stuff and I have an ~expensive carry-on roller from them. Does not look like photo gear case, and strong enough for a 6'1" man to sit on - ideal for incognito (air) travel. Would you mind us putting this bag in the plane's belly and upgrade you? Not at all - please do. The interior options are a bit limited. One carrying case manufacturer had adapters to turn a carry-on case in to a backpack and that actually would work for me with this Tenba case (but it's not available AFAIK). All sorts of concepts I have experience with. Nikon, in the 1970s, had a camera case for two F2 bodies (one with lens) and a metal bottom plate with three lens bayonets that kept the lenses in place. That was a favourite for a long time. Think Tank had a "harness" (a set of separately sold belts) that you turn into a belt with suspenders that you then can hang two cameras off at their own height and then they had lens pouches that you could clip on the belt. This looked rather commando, but really works well, fast. I bought it, but it is least used of the alternatives in da house. The best, IMO, from the gear point of view, is the Peli(can) 1510 (or its newer lighter weight alternative) with TrekPak interior. Not cheap again, but Tenba is not either, and waterproof. Falling into water - no big deal. Problem is empty weight is already heavy. The 1510 has carry-on size with "tiny" wheels and Peli(can) had "off road" wheels too. You would need the latter certainly to go places where Nigel goes and still run into terrain that doesn't welcome you dragging that case behind you. (Or these climb-over-a-fence-or-wall situations in Britain's "public footpaths".) I have a 1560 too for my flash kit and again, empty weight is already a problem for a somewhat old man. Lugging that around I can skip going to the gym next day as I had my fitness exercise already. Some airports separate the 1510 in bringing your case back up on arrival because (prejudice) these cases hold expensive gear. Which sends you on a quest for the conveyor belt that was indicated nowhere. For compact missions, the best I have is a camera with lens and either two more lenses or a lens and a speedlight bag with a shoulder strap AND a hip belt that takes the weight off your shoulders (Think Tank Speedster - not sure they still make it.) Biggest nuisance with "cloth/fabric" cases is the need for a separate raincoat (bag).

As an amateur I doubt I'll ever take a 30-day photo trip even though I seriously love my hobby. Even so, there were some very useful tips in this video. Think I'll get me one of those charging cubes and I've been wondering how well that Nikon wireless remote would work with my Z7II....wonder no more! I would definitely purchase a Nigel Danson microfiber cloth. Besides, what better way to remind myself who inspires me to go out and shoot in bad weather! Would also purchase and use the ND sensor brush as a way to support one of my favorite photographers.

A great watch. Thank you. Can I ask do you use filters on the wide angle much? Looking to get some.

While I'm waiting to save up for my Nikon Z 100-400 to complete my Z lens suite, I discovered that I could adapt my old but very satisfactory Canon FD 200 mm f/4 lens to my Z7ii. That lens also has a fine Canon 2x tele-extender. This combination is, of course, manual focusing but with my Z7ii I have full IBIS and auto exposure combined with focus peaking. Not a bad addition to my kit bag for only a $45 investment for the Vello lens adapter. The Canon lenses are so old that their resale values are virtually worthless. But their performances are anything but worthless to me. I'm having a lot of fun with them and my other Canon film lenses that adapt very nicely to my Z7ii.

Interesting to see what you ended up taking with you - and that you’ve effectively dropped the 70-200 in favour of the 100 - 400. Out of interest what head do you use with the Mach 3?

Hi Daniel! Useful video as usual. I wonder how you connected the Bluetooth ML L7 remote control on your Z7? I can not find the option in the menu. Best regards Cristian

Hi Nigel - It's always interesting to see what others pack in their camera bags as there's always a better idea for something. For instance, I thought the 'massive bag' was a great idea for protecting your camera bag in wet and muddy areas. I'm curious what your thoughts are regarding just using the largest filter size you need for any of your lenses, and then just using step-up rings to attach them to lenses with smaller filter sizes. For instance, you said you didn't like to bring both your 95mm and 112mm filters with you to save space/weight. Why not just bring the 112mm filters and bring a 77 and/or 82-112mm step up ring? I also own the 14-24mm so I bought a set of Kase 112mm magnetic filters and that's all I use. That way I save money on buying filters for my 77 and 82mm filter sized lenses. Yes, they're really large on a smaller lens, but so what? It wouldn't be any different than using 100mm square filters. Any downside?

Nice rundown. That's still a lot of stuff. Add that to what Rick carries, and you'll need a support vehicle to follow you around. 😜 Carry on! 👍🥂

Great video.. .how do you have any room for clothing? Lol...do you "carry on" all the photo equipment, or is some in your checked luggage bag? I'm Always worried about putting anything into the checked bag

Very intersting video. Esp.that Hahnel procube2 looks interesting. What's the net weight of it, ready to use with 220V socket? I'd like to compare that to my 2x geniune Nikon chargers and cables.🤗

Are those magnetically attached filters with the 14-24mm lens hood? I didn't know that was an option. I haven't had a lot of trouble focusing using the 100-400mm and 2x teleconverter, but I do find that I need to use the focus limiter switch on the lens. My problem with using the teleconverter is that you lose 2 entire stops of aperture so it really needs to be good daylight to use it.

Nigel, great video can you tell me what brand your SD card and CF Express card holder is? I have been looking for one that hold both but can't seem to find one on Amazon. Thank you for your help.

You specified how large your bag is (24 liters), but how much does it weigh fully-loaded for a typical photo outing? My bag is about 18 lbs (body, 2 lenses, a few filters, chargers, flash, cleaning supplies, cables). Perhaps the heaviest single item is the 70-200mm f/2.8 VR Nikon.

Hi Nigel...good stuff. (I also enjoy these 'what's in my bag videos for some reason ) For someone who's looking to get into the Nikon FF mirrorless system...any real advantage of the Z7ii over the original Z7, image quality wise? I can get a used Z7 for a lot less....

Thanks Nigel. What sort of Bag do you use?. I am downsising by bag from Lowepro 650 aw t as it is heavy and big..Not sure which bag to get for landscape photography. .

Very useful and helpful, while I have similar things still a couple of things I can add. Cheers.

What is the Benro tripod head you also use? The blue one?

Nigel, I have watched this and the the three part 30 day beach trip, but I can’t figure out what you use on the hot shoe that has a blue top, is that a wireless remote? And if it is what brand? Thank you

I have the peak design strap you mentioned but I am concerned about packing camera in bag with it due to the metal release clips and possible scratching. Any concern?

Whats the filter sizes you got in the Kase Filter bag? 95 and ?

Loved watching the video Nigel. Actually just ordered a Peak Design Slide camera strap last night for exactly the same reason you mention in the video. Regretting a little that I did not get the DJI Pocket because it really beats using a Gimbal in combination with your iPhone (current setup)...... ceratinly when you need your phone to fly the DJI mini 2.... oh well, money only goes so far.... Cheers

@cristibaluta

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btw, attaching one clip to the tripod plate will give much better stability, the camera and lens will be close to your body

@andywesselsphotographyart

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@@cristibaluta I assume you mean using the screw-in accessory from Peak Design that comes with the Slide? I may be a little hesitant to use that (for the same reason I am not 100% confident with the attachment of the Black Rapid sling to my Nikkor 200-500 on D500 body)

I’d be interested in the microfiber cloth.

Where's the lightsaber in your kit bag?! 😂

How do you find using a drone in the UK? Recently picked up a Mini Pro 3, but a bit reticent to actually use it due to the negative attention. Have you ever had some aggro from others and if so, how do you deal with it

@NigelDanson

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Never - I always try and fly away from others

HI What charger you use?

Not boring at all! I think you've got all bases covered there - thanks for sharing!

You forgot if you were flying .. Did you take it on board as hand luggage

i have been looking for a remote control for z cameras. Didnt know they existed. But i have the z7 mk1 så probably have to upgrade to get it to work then

Hi my name is Marcus just need a bit of help I have a Nikon d850 and only two lenses I have a sigma 60-600 and a Nikon 105 macro and need some more lenses I need a landscape lens Something like 14mmx200mm and a 60mmx200 f2.8 it can be sigma or Tamron or Nikon lens can you help in finding some lens that are well made but get excellent results can you help please many thanks Marcus

Tripod head. Photographers always have the wrong: (1) tripod/head, (2) carrying case, (3) light modifier, etc.. I have three tripods, Nigel said, and that is the right attitude, at least if they are meant for different use cases. Its the same in all these "wrong" walks of photography life. So what a landscape photographer REALLY NEEDS in a tripod head: panorama rotation in the top plate. As Nigel's tripod head that he shows in the video doesn't have that, I would never buy it. As I started with a Manfrotto ballhead - lightweight magnesium - that did not have it either, I (fingers crossed) DIY modified that and fortunately it worked. Now I only need to bring my 3D panorama head for multi row panorama shots: almost never. The problem is in the levelling that needs to happen in the rotation plane and levelling the tripod itself? Good luck with that.

you forgot to mention two mules

Why Sensor Brush not shipping to Israel?? i thought we are in the 21 centuries😪

Yeah, we all go on 30 day photo trips

I don't mean this in a negative way, do you wonder sometimes if you've got G.A.S (as in Gear Acquisition Syndrome). I've had to stop emails from the likes of Wex and others, to stop myself adding evermore items to a "I want it" list 😁

@NigelDanson

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Yeah - I love gear a lot. I am less worried about it now as know it makes almost zero difference to my photography.

Oh, I like wimb videos. Now, you can't tell me you can get all, or even most of that equipment in a 24 litter bag, can you?

No way all this fits a 24L bag. Only the cleaning bag will take a lot of space

@Renzsu

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That’s what he takes on the trip, not what he brings out with him each day. The cleaning stuff you can leave at the house for example.

Nice kit, but do you really need ALL of that. Why not just stick to two bodies and a Holy trinity.

Filters are a waste of money

Yet another, what’s in my bag video. Sorry doesn’t interest me. Will be back for your next video

How many what’s in my bag ! Can photography KZreadrs do !!! Pointless content