Real talk, I took a screen shot of this comment to look back on one day! Lol Hopefully the day will come that I reach a few more people and we'll look back on this! Until then I'm pumped to have the subscribers that I have! I honestly can't believe it , I've haven't been on RUclips (as a creator) for a super long time yet, but I'm having a BLAST making these vids! Thank you SO much for the comment and the vote of confidence! Pumped to have you here!
This was awesome and I especially like the bell graph that shows what is actually essential. The graph gave me an idea to have a few multi-use sections for different loadout needs I have. My biggest loadout need is actually just for my standard remote job and includes adapters, elgato streamdeck (for macros I use often) and basic lighting and mic for my video conferences to look good. Then, I have my video/photography setup in which I replace the elgato with my DJI drone, my adapter area with my gimbal et cetera. So, it's really easy to keep my pockets the same but to switch loadouts in seconds.
Thank you!! That means a lot! :) I probably spent a year "waiting" to start a channel because I wanted to have a "cool" background, lol! (a poor excuse) So the day finally came where I decided to just roll with what was here in studio and I'd figure out the background along the way! I shoot a lot of commercial work in the construction industry, hence all the tools, etc... Long story short, I'm pumped to hear that you like it! That was a real point of concern of mine! Thanks again! Glad to have you in the comments!
Thanks Alejandro, I appreciate that more than you know! I hope you're right!! I'm having a blast making these videos, I could talk about camera related stuff all day long! Lol!:)
@@TroyMairs I can only imagine how hard is to be just yourself in front of a camera with no one around and act like there is an audience..yet...you look very natural and articulated. Keep it going man...can't wait for the next one!
Oh... Such a big topic Thanks Everything that mentioned in acimments a relevant And on the same time you always have to have your backpack And someting on a weels with a handle ifyou need this extra... Tripid, c-stand,light,boom..stands ) And a bag with a totall completed camera setup is must have to go to for the documentary shooting thats true (But with a place to hol another gear somhere at the moment.thsts true too) But back to traditional backpak setup How to fid the balance of amount if package and soft shockless material and an ability to pack everything Some small grip, nano clamps, magic arms, camera, lebses, wires , sound wires of all kind, usb wires if all kind, mics , tapes, zip,ties,rooes, cards,ssds, batteries, npf970,npf50,AA,18650,chargers for everything, multitools,some deffusion, minu lights, powerbanks for them, wires , righing, some gels and defusdions , just electricity cords How the hell is to pack it all ) I dont drive... So got to keep it all on the shoulders ) to catch a bus with that and so on ) Few camers , pair of tripods ...light ..on the back )) Anyway you try to pack it . Ir on opposite side whant to use a lot of "foam" or any soft padding... A plastic bags for everything to protect it from dust or water Selica gel to protect everything from moisture and changinging if temperature from -20 C outside and plus 25 inside Ans so on
I'll state something really obvious but might help others in my position. If you are already doing photography regularly, as a job, or as a student, it makes organizing your bag SO much easier than a hobbyist (like me) who doesn't know what he'll be shooting. I bought some new bodies/lenses and now have the ability to shoot: medium format film, Digital infrared, full frame and an aps-c mirrorless... and lots of lenses, lights and modifiers too. I shoot portraits, street/creative, and wildlife. There is some overlap. I have big bags, small bags, medium, and backpacks. I am done buying gear. However, I don't know how to organize it because I don't know what I'm going to do day to day. I have a full time non-photography job and family. So, being able to get out and take photos is an ad hoc adventure. Finding people that allow me to photograph them is near impossible. The weather might look great for birding, so I'll do that, or maybe walk on the beach and see if anyone wants some photos... Or go into town and see if there's anything interesting to shoot... I have no idea. I really need to define projects for myself... or find a job that gives me projects. So.. I'd say the first step in packing a bag, is devoting yourself to a project.. that way you know what you need for that project. I do OK when I know I'm going to find birds. There is really only 1 lens for that (R6 w/200-800). However, I also have an R10 with 100-400; and that works great. I can also put the 200-800 on the R10 for small birds. I also have battery driven lights so I can take them on location as well. I did professional photography in the early 90's and it's been a passion my whole life. However, life is really getting in the way at the moment. It's a painful place to be.. kind of preparing for the time you will get.... My advice for people like me, use your phone, maybe an RX100, but then stop there until you have hours per day to dedicate to it. ;)
Thanks for sharing your insight! That makes for a really interesting perspective. Having a defined "goal" for the gear in the bag would certainly help pair down what needs to go in it!
Great insight- thanks for this! For those of us (like me) who don’t do a ton of flying and are mostly taking autos to and from jobs, I have to put in my 2 cents for my recent acquisition- the Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0. It’s a modular system with rugged wheels and s built in hand cart design that is waterproof, holds a ton and is built to last. Plus, it’s technically not “video gear”, so it’s a good 30% cheaper than I imagine a similar camera brand might charge! 😂 Check it out, the organization and overall mobility has been really life changing for me, hope it can help someone else!
And here I thought I had tried every method of transporting camera gear! Lol! What an innovative idea, thanks for the insight! That thought is definitely going to live in my head for a while.... I LOVE organized gear and that provides a lot of opportunity for it! I'll drop a link at the end of this comment for anyone else that reads this and finds it worth considering! And you're right, not being "camera gear" HAS to help the price out! Haha! Thanks again for sharing the idea, glad to have you in the conversation! www.dewalt.com/systems/toughsystem?gclid=CjwKCAjwzY2bBhB6EiwAPpUpZjeWNvAYSIYDtYZ72r0lfh3eHPdsv1zuyPFauRPczBgITKx5oR-q2RoCIYMQAvD_BwE#storage
Hey Troy, only came across your vids today: impressive:) And really like the way you think about being efficient, compact, mobile etc( I watched the C70 rig video which was excellent) I’ve been using the C300mk2 for the last 4 years. Great camera but I’m planning on minimizing my gear: so quite a change/challenge. Anyway I’m wondering what is your Bcam ? The R5? What do you think about the R62? Thanks again
Hey, thanks! Glad you enjoyed the vid, I could talk about camera stuff all day! :) Truthfully, I haven't found the "perfect" B-cam yet to my C70. I'm currently using the R7 actually! I got it as a "temporary" solution until the right body came along, but I haven't hated it! I pretty well dismissed the R5/R6 when they were overheating on everybody, I'd never be comfortable relying on them because of that. R5C has the battery issue. So yea! The R62 would probably be my go to if I had to pick from what was available today, I'm holding out yet to see what NAB has in store for the R cinema line, internal ND's carry a lot of weight in my decision!
Thanks for sharing! I often have trouble packing, because I’m always trying to be prepared for everything. Not too proud of that . What’s been your experience with Dr. bags? I hear they’re good from r keeping your camera 90%rigged up.
Thanks for joining in Ben! Glad to have you here! I think Dr Bags are a GREAT solution as well! Most notably if most of your work has you in and out of the car at different locations or some variation of that. It also addresses that point of being able to pull your camera out and be ready to shoot in as few steps as possible. So +1 point there! If I had to justify why I’ve opted for a traditional shoulder bag I would say I like that my hands are free to be able to carry/do other things. I also have a little bit harder time security packing a full rig. It’s a bit of a balancing act between speed and security when it comes to packing👍 Great question! Thanks again for joining the conversation!
No joke dude but you are undersubscribed asf, you deserve so much more! Good job on your work :D
Real talk, I took a screen shot of this comment to look back on one day! Lol
Hopefully the day will come that I reach a few more people and we'll look back on this! Until then I'm pumped to have the subscribers that I have! I honestly can't believe it , I've haven't been on RUclips (as a creator) for a super long time yet, but I'm having a BLAST making these vids!
Thank you SO much for the comment and the vote of confidence! Pumped to have you here!
This is a wicked video. You just made me re organize my camera bag. SUBSCRIBED
Ayy thanks, Davey! Pumped to have you along for the ride and I'm glad this helped a bit! I LOVE camera bags and organization😂
@@TroyMairs Me too! I’m obsessed with bags and organization
Agree with everyone else. Severely underrated! Kept it straight to the point, added some humor, and some real world relatable knowledge.
I appreciate you saying that! Thank you!
I love adapt and over come yes I need this yes I set my bag up ridiculously 😂😂
Lol! My wife is always making fun of me for packing and repacking bags all the time. I love the process! Thanks for checking out the vid!
This was awesome and I especially like the bell graph that shows what is actually essential. The graph gave me an idea to have a few multi-use sections for different loadout needs I have. My biggest loadout need is actually just for my standard remote job and includes adapters, elgato streamdeck (for macros I use often) and basic lighting and mic for my video conferences to look good. Then, I have my video/photography setup in which I replace the elgato with my DJI drone, my adapter area with my gimbal et cetera. So, it's really easy to keep my pockets the same but to switch loadouts in seconds.
Love it! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I appreciate you sharing your comment! :)
I've noticed that you maintain running lists: I appreciate that; helps me keep track of the overall structure.
Hope you'll keep doing that. :)
I'll take note of that, thanks for the feedback! :) I love a good list (as well as Pro/Cons if you haven't noticed) lol. Thanks again!
Could not agree more with these methods. Also like how you included the military insight
Thanks for checking out the video! If nothing else, the Army can atleast teach you how to pack a bag! Lol
Your studio setup is awesome! Love the lighting and design
Thank you!! That means a lot! :) I probably spent a year "waiting" to start a channel because I wanted to have a "cool" background, lol! (a poor excuse) So the day finally came where I decided to just roll with what was here in studio and I'd figure out the background along the way! I shoot a lot of commercial work in the construction industry, hence all the tools, etc...
Long story short, I'm pumped to hear that you like it! That was a real point of concern of mine!
Thanks again! Glad to have you in the comments!
Those Atlas Athlete backpacks are awesome.
Yes they are! :)
Great video man! I can see this channel growing pretty fast!
Thanks Alejandro, I appreciate that more than you know! I hope you're right!! I'm having a blast making these videos, I could talk about camera related stuff all day long! Lol!:)
@@TroyMairs I can only imagine how hard is to be just yourself in front of a camera with no one around and act like there is an audience..yet...you look very natural and articulated. Keep it going man...can't wait for the next one!
You're the actual best, thanks Alejandro! I thought the Internet was supposed to be full of rude and nasty commenters, thanks for being the opposite!
Oh... Such a big topic
Thanks
Everything that mentioned in acimments a relevant
And on the same time you always have to have your backpack
And someting on a weels with a handle ifyou need this extra... Tripid, c-stand,light,boom..stands )
And a bag with a totall completed camera setup is must have to go to for the documentary shooting thats true
(But with a place to hol another gear somhere at the moment.thsts true too)
But back to traditional backpak setup
How to fid the balance of amount if package and soft shockless material and an ability to pack everything
Some small grip, nano clamps, magic arms, camera, lebses, wires , sound wires of all kind, usb wires if all kind, mics , tapes, zip,ties,rooes, cards,ssds, batteries, npf970,npf50,AA,18650,chargers for everything, multitools,some deffusion, minu lights, powerbanks for them, wires , righing, some gels and defusdions , just electricity cords
How the hell is to pack it all )
I dont drive... So got to keep it all on the shoulders ) to catch a bus with that and so on )
Few camers , pair of tripods ...light ..on the back ))
Anyway you try to pack it .
Ir on opposite side whant to use a lot of "foam" or any soft padding... A plastic bags for everything to protect it from dust or water
Selica gel to protect everything from moisture and changinging if temperature from -20 C outside and plus 25 inside
Ans so on
"How to pack at it all" - THAT is absolutely the struggle! :) The perfect solution probably doesn't exist, but its fun trying to find it!
I'll state something really obvious but might help others in my position.
If you are already doing photography regularly, as a job, or as a student, it makes organizing your bag SO much easier than a hobbyist (like me) who doesn't know what he'll be shooting. I bought some new bodies/lenses and now have the ability to shoot: medium format film, Digital infrared, full frame and an aps-c mirrorless... and lots of lenses, lights and modifiers too. I shoot portraits, street/creative, and wildlife. There is some overlap. I have big bags, small bags, medium, and backpacks. I am done buying gear. However, I don't know how to organize it because I don't know what I'm going to do day to day. I have a full time non-photography job and family. So, being able to get out and take photos is an ad hoc adventure. Finding people that allow me to photograph them is near impossible. The weather might look great for birding, so I'll do that, or maybe walk on the beach and see if anyone wants some photos... Or go into town and see if there's anything interesting to shoot... I have no idea. I really need to define projects for myself... or find a job that gives me projects.
So.. I'd say the first step in packing a bag, is devoting yourself to a project.. that way you know what you need for that project. I do OK when I know I'm going to find birds. There is really only 1 lens for that (R6 w/200-800). However, I also have an R10 with 100-400; and that works great. I can also put the 200-800 on the R10 for small birds.
I also have battery driven lights so I can take them on location as well. I did professional photography in the early 90's and it's been a passion my whole life. However, life is really getting in the way at the moment. It's a painful place to be.. kind of preparing for the time you will get.... My advice for people like me, use your phone, maybe an RX100, but then stop there until you have hours per day to dedicate to it. ;)
Thanks for sharing your insight! That makes for a really interesting perspective. Having a defined "goal" for the gear in the bag would certainly help pair down what needs to go in it!
Great insight- thanks for this! For those of us (like me) who don’t do a ton of flying and are mostly taking autos to and from jobs, I have to put in my 2 cents for my recent acquisition- the Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0. It’s a modular system with rugged wheels and s built in hand cart design that is waterproof, holds a ton and is built to last. Plus, it’s technically not “video gear”, so it’s a good 30% cheaper than I imagine a similar camera brand might charge! 😂 Check it out, the organization and overall mobility has been really life changing for me, hope it can help someone else!
And here I thought I had tried every method of transporting camera gear! Lol! What an innovative idea, thanks for the insight! That thought is definitely going to live in my head for a while.... I LOVE organized gear and that provides a lot of opportunity for it!
I'll drop a link at the end of this comment for anyone else that reads this and finds it worth considering! And you're right, not being "camera gear" HAS to help the price out! Haha! Thanks again for sharing the idea, glad to have you in the conversation!
www.dewalt.com/systems/toughsystem?gclid=CjwKCAjwzY2bBhB6EiwAPpUpZjeWNvAYSIYDtYZ72r0lfh3eHPdsv1zuyPFauRPczBgITKx5oR-q2RoCIYMQAvD_BwE#storage
Hey Troy, only came across your vids today: impressive:) And really like the way you think about being efficient, compact, mobile etc( I watched the C70 rig video which was excellent)
I’ve been using the C300mk2 for the last 4 years. Great camera but I’m planning on minimizing my gear: so quite a change/challenge. Anyway I’m wondering what is your Bcam ? The R5? What do you think about the R62?
Thanks again
Hey, thanks! Glad you enjoyed the vid, I could talk about camera stuff all day! :) Truthfully, I haven't found the "perfect" B-cam yet to my C70. I'm currently using the R7 actually! I got it as a "temporary" solution until the right body came along, but I haven't hated it!
I pretty well dismissed the R5/R6 when they were overheating on everybody, I'd never be comfortable relying on them because of that. R5C has the battery issue.
So yea! The R62 would probably be my go to if I had to pick from what was available today, I'm holding out yet to see what NAB has in store for the R cinema line, internal ND's carry a lot of weight in my decision!
Thanks for sharing! I often have trouble packing, because I’m always trying to be prepared for everything. Not too proud of that . What’s been your experience with Dr. bags? I hear they’re good from r keeping your camera 90%rigged up.
Thanks for joining in Ben! Glad to have you here!
I think Dr Bags are a GREAT solution as well! Most notably if most of your work has you in and out of the car at different locations or some variation of that. It also addresses that point of being able to pull your camera out and be ready to shoot in as few steps as possible. So +1 point there!
If I had to justify why I’ve opted for a traditional shoulder bag I would say I like that my hands are free to be able to carry/do other things. I also have a little bit harder time security packing a full rig. It’s a bit of a balancing act between speed and security when it comes to packing👍
Great question! Thanks again for joining the conversation!
I don't hate this guy
Cheers to not being hated 👍