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What's in My Camera Bag for Paid Photography Shoots

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✅ Check out MPB to buy or sell used camera gear: https://bit.ly/4oZoRCN (Ad) In this video I walk you through every little thing in my photography backpack that I take on my paid clients shoots as a working full-time photographer. Every piece of camera equipment, every gadget and accessory has a specific purpose that I explain in detail so hopefully you can get some inspiration for your own photography bags and what to bring for a portrait shoot or a commercial shoot. ❏All the items I mentioned❏: Compagnon Element Backpack 20L: https://compagnon-bags.com/en/products/element-backpack-20l-black Nikon Z7ii: https://www.mpb.com/de-de/produkt/nikon-z7-ii Nikon Nikorr 50mm F1.4: https://amzn.to/4adLq2B Fujifilm XT4: https://www.mpb.com/de-de/produkt/fujifilm-x-t4/sku-3521353 Fujinon 35mm F2 Sekonik Lightmeter: https://amzn.to/4pz9dPa Lint Roller: https://amzn.to/4pbBATq Profezzion SD Card Holder Case: https://amzn.to/3LX4x7a SanDisk SD Card: https://amzn.to/4ikCcDF SanDisk 1TB portable ssd harddrive: https://amzn.to/4inVZlR Bosch Professional Foldable Knife: https://amzn.to/49WZq0P Vaseline Petroleum Jelly: https://amzn.to/3XhvlBw Artdeco Oil Control Paper: https://amzn.to/3Xh0mp2 Hama Microfibre Cloth: https://amzn.to/3M5Q9JD Dodocool Portable Steamer 180ml Leightweight umbrella: https://amzn.to/4inWpIX Notebook A5 Leuchtturm 1917: https://amzn.to/4pwtZyS tesa Universal Masking Tape: https://amzn.to/4pvhK5w Neewer 5 in 1 Reflector: https://amzn.to/3K8Oi6o Godox V1 Flash: https://amzn.to/3K5AZDN Godox X Pro ii Flash Trigger: https://amzn.to/4oi74pV FOTYRIG Camera Speedlite Mount Flash Stand ----------------------------------------- ❏ SOCIALS ❏ ➫ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katjafeldmeier/ ➫ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katja-feldmeier/ ➫ Book 1:1 Coaching with me: https://tinyurl.com/y8bdvj5z ------------------------------------------ ❐ ABOUT ❏ Hey, I’m Katja! 🧑‍🎨 I’m a photographer & YouTuber who’s passionate about helping people grow their creative businesses. I live and work in Berlin, Germany, but like to travel to sunny places. After discovering my love for photography and turning it into a business, I’m now on a mission to inspire and teach others how to do the same. I always love to chat to you in the comments section. ------------------------------------------ Business inquiries: teamkatjafeldmeier@gmail.com

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In this video I’m literally emptying my photography backpack and showing you what I bring to paid client shoots as a full-time photographer. I go through every item in my bag—cameras, lenses, light tools, storage, and all the “boring” little accessories that honestly save a shoot when something unexpected happens. The point isn’t to flex gear; it’s to explain the purpose of each piece so you can build a kit that matches the kind of portraits or commercial jobs you’re doing. You’ll see the backbone of my setup (my backpack, main camera body, and a simple lens choice), plus the practical stuff that makes me feel prepared and professional on set: a light meter, SD card organization, portable SSD backups, cleaning tools, and even things like a lint roller and oil control sheets—because clients notice details. I also talk about small utility items like tape, a reflector, and flash gear for when I need to shape light fast without overcomplicating the shoot. If you’re building your own “paid shoot” camera bag, this is meant to give you a realistic checklist and help you spend money where it actually improves your workflow.

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