I cannot live without so many clever pieces of software to run my business and make my life run with simplicity.
Here are some quick links for you to take a look at what I use in my business. I only share links to the things I have tried and tested and then implemented into the way we do things here at Peary HQ. Full disclosure, these links are affiliate links.
What you see here are my most favourite pieces of software. I can wholeheartedly recommend them all.
I ❤️ CANON
Canon EOS IV MARK3
I'm a Canon Girl forever and always. When I need diverse capabilities and something reliable, I reach for this model.
Steady cam for your phone
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 4 3 Axis Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer
I love using this with my crew on a session so we can all have fun and capture really easy smooth phone film footage. EVERYONE on my team no matter how non-techie can get to grips with how this lil beauty works. LOVE IT!
Steady cam for your phone
SONY A6000
If I need something a little lighter and smaller in my kit I will be shooting with this.
The ONLY Portrait Pancake
Canon EF 50mm f1.8 STM Lens
Love this pancake lens for crisp close-ups when shooting closer up portraits on a wide aperture.
Ultra Wide
Canon EF 17-40 mm f/4.0 L USM Ultra-Wide Angle Canon EF Zoom Lens - Black
Ultra-Wide crops require an ultra-wide lens. Surprisingly effective given its quite dinky size.
Steady All-Rounder
Canon EF-M 28 mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM Lens- Black
Shooting really close up is not something I do a lot of. But when the occasion calls for it this lil' beauty NEVER lets me down.
Power Up
Canon Battery Pack LP-E6N
Powering up the Canon.
A Tripod The Protects Your Spine
Portable Tripod K&F Concept 70"/177cm
Nicely lightweight tripod with the security of proper support at a wide range of heights.
Power Up
Sony Battery NP-FW50
Powering up the Sony.
Rapid Image File Transfer
Delkin USB 3.0 Dual Slot SD UHS-II / CF Card Reader
It's important to me to back up image files AS SOON AS possible. I use this card reader to make it an easy task when shooting out on location.
Be The Pap
Canon EF 70-200mm f4L IS II USM
A great telephoto lens for shooting from long distances. Great stabilisation too.
Steady All-Rounder
Sony Full Frame 28-70 mm F3.5-5.6
The versatility from this lens when I need a real compact kit is ideal.
Back Em Up
SanDisk Extreme 32 GB UDMA7 CompactFlash Card - Black/Gold
Mega-reliable and able to store at least a couple of shoots in one place.
Back Em Up
SanDisk Extreme Pro 128 GB
Mega-reliable and able to store at least a few shoots in one place.
The Best lens Insurance & control UV
Hoya 72mm Pro1 Digital UV Filter
I use these on all of my lenses. I have saved hundreds over the years by having this as an extra protective barrier to lenses being knocked around. It also does the job on the tin and helps to filter UV light.
Save Your Spine
Kata Pro-Light PL-3N1-25 Sling Backpack for DSLR Camera
Such a reliable bag. You can mix up the internal storage compartments to safely accommodate different kit's.
Testing Sound On Location
Sephia SP1050 Noise Isolating in-ear Earphones Headphones
I need to check the sound quality when I'm out on location recording a quick testimonial after I've shot a headshots session. I'm often in a loud place, or we have a noisy crew on set. I can keep this nifty lil' pack in my kitbag and pull it out to check sound recording levels are right on a microphone with a great cancelling of the effect of the rest of the noise on set.
This is perfect and I really love the cute little bag. I also have tiny earholes. The selection of attachments to get 100% noise-cancelling is perfect for me!
An outdoor lighting kit you can fit under 1 arm
Lastolite Collapsible Reflector 95cm - Sunlite / Soft Silver
I cannot live without my beautiful Rosie the Reflector! Perfect for making the most from natural light when out on shoots.
Max Out a Hot Shoe Flash Head
The Gary Fong Kit
I bought this when I was in a bind once in NYC. The folks at B&H on 1st Ave really helped me solve a photoshoot planning problem and in the years since buying it, this kit has come in handy SO MANY TIMES!.
The different attachments in this compact kit turn that awful tacky look you associate with a hot shoe flash and make it into much more sophisticated lighting.
Flashgun
Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT
Powerful and reliable.
If you've ever been caught out and in DESPERATE need of a pop of extra light, then you know just how important this kit is.
This lil beauty never lets me down.
General Photography Equipment
WEX - Warehouse Express UK
The first place I go to when hunting for new equipment is Warehouse Express, a really friendly company based in Norwich. They have such a nice team, they do trade in's and you can buy a wealth of good quality second hand too.
This takes you to my Mention Me account with WEX so you can get £20 off your next order.