OVERKILL or PERFECT?! What’s In MY Camera Bag - 2024 African Photo Safari Edition (R1 or a1 II or…?)

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  • Опубликовано: 21 дек 2024

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  • @froknowsphoto
    @froknowsphoto  11 дней назад +25

    2:04 🍑

    • @mrbob581
      @mrbob581 11 дней назад +1

      Was going to say something cheeky…

    • @HMFIC1
      @HMFIC1 11 дней назад +1

      Missing the Nikon at the top of the bag. But that’s just a personal preference. 😊

    • @abrahamtomahawk
      @abrahamtomahawk 11 дней назад

      That's Asda price!

  • @EricSnydereasphotography
    @EricSnydereasphotography 10 дней назад +9

    I took two camera bodies, Nikon Z9 and Nikon Z8, and just TWO lenses, my 180-600 and the 24-120, laptop, batteries, cards and GoPro 10.

  • @Matt.2024
    @Matt.2024 11 дней назад +32

    Time flies. I swear I just watched last years video last week.

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  11 дней назад +6

      been almost exactly a year to the day

  • @adminggroup5737
    @adminggroup5737 11 дней назад +43

    As a pro, you are carrying more gears than Star Wars camera team.

    • @grahamstretch6863
      @grahamstretch6863 11 дней назад +1

      😂😂

    • @BarneyGumbl3
      @BarneyGumbl3 9 дней назад +1

      Yeah he does say that some of it is for the opportunity to test the gear, and some of it is to loan to friends. This isn't all for him out of what he sees as necessity

  • @grahamtowers5513
    @grahamtowers5513 11 дней назад +16

    Bloody hell Jarod, don't go without me!!!!! We were there in 2010, it was fantastic! I see Manny is going with you!! He's a photographer!

  • @bretcschapman
    @bretcschapman 11 дней назад +20

    Not a pro, not even an amateur. I am headed to Tanzania for 3 weeks. Taking R5 Mark II, 100-500, 24-105, 50 mm 1.4 if it arrives. Dji RS 4, Falcam Treeroot, Prograde 4 TB.

    • @lindsaydonald7743
      @lindsaydonald7743 10 дней назад +1

      The tripod is pretty useless on safari, leave it behind. A monopod can work but I generally don't even bother with that. Take a second body in case the first one craps out. Borrow one if needed but absolutely take 2 bodies. Not sure what you will need the 50mm for.......landscapes are better with 24-70mm.

    • @Lukemasonmedia
      @Lukemasonmedia 9 дней назад +1

      Dropping 4-5K on a body not even being an amateur is a bit wild but if you got the money send it ig

  • @jhirse3547
    @jhirse3547 11 дней назад +3

    So as an amateur, I'd be well equipped bringing my Sony a6700 and 70-350mm?! That's good to know 😅

  • @kennethwilliamsinc
    @kennethwilliamsinc 11 дней назад +5

    Jared, who do you use for equipment insurance?

  • @rudyreimer302
    @rudyreimer302 8 дней назад

    Yup, good call on all this. I went on a feildschool safari way back in 1994. I packed only 2 sets of clothes as I got custom made clothes (cheap!) when I went through Egypt, snacks are great to have as they also offer comfort and of course camera gear!

  • @HMFIC1
    @HMFIC1 11 дней назад +3

    Really appreciate your content, hard work and reviews. I am currently perusing my passion making photography my main job. Keep it up beautiful work!

  • @jameshopkins1919
    @jameshopkins1919 10 дней назад +5

    I can just see your friends at airport security… “sir do you know what’s in your bag”, “well um, I think, um - that man over there packed it - yeah the one with the BIG FRO… his shirt says I SHOOT…”

  • @Meth0z
    @Meth0z 10 дней назад +1

    Woohooo i can't believe Jared uses the same air rocket blower that i do!! i feel better now.. i dont have any of the other stuff but at least i got something right!!

  • @janbeatrix8589
    @janbeatrix8589 10 дней назад +1

    What laptop are you taking? And do you edit on the go or do you just save all your images on ext drives and edit later at home?

  • @buzzj89
    @buzzj89 11 дней назад +1

    Have a great trip Jared! Can't wait to see the images you create this year and watch all the upcoming video's

  • @abrahamtomahawk
    @abrahamtomahawk 11 дней назад +1

    Got a trip upcoming to Kenya. Just ordered myself a Canon R6 mark 2 as I want an upgrade to my old 7D (mark1) Swithering over getting the 100-500mm or 200-800mm as I've still got my old 100-400mm 5.6. So I guess I'll see how it goes with the new body and make a decision after that.

  • @timhughes4259
    @timhughes4259 11 дней назад +1

    Looks epic! For the photos taken with the 100-300 2.8, what focal length were you using? Across the range or mostly one end or the other?

  • @NASA-Shill
    @NASA-Shill 11 дней назад +1

    I've been on 2 safaris out in Tanzania, took just my Sony A1 and Sony 100-400mm and got great shots myself.

  • @SamW604
    @SamW604 10 дней назад

    Is the RF100-500 L lens fast enough during the early morning hours just before sunrise?

  • @Jon99stl
    @Jon99stl 8 дней назад

    Salient point, take what works for you and covers the range which gives the best opportunity for intended shots and more importantly the totally unexpected shot.

  • @briansilcox5720
    @briansilcox5720 11 дней назад +1

    Do you pack a laptop to do your file backup, or something else? Thx.

  • @Hegemonix08
    @Hegemonix08 10 дней назад

    Have a safe and wonderful journey, Jared

  • @stevenwaldstein2249
    @stevenwaldstein2249 11 дней назад

    Great video to watch. Thank you. I’m really going to have to decide whether I keep shooting with Canon RF and my current R5 or with Sony A1’s. Either way will probably upgrade one of these to get pre-capture. Listening to your weekly podcasts and always enjoy them. Take care and have a fun trip.

    • @renestaempfli1071
      @renestaempfli1071 11 дней назад

      If you go for precapture, go for SONY. Far better implementation.

  • @timbelber7342
    @timbelber7342 11 дней назад

    What are your thoughts on taking a tele extender? 1.4X?

    • @grahamstretch6863
      @grahamstretch6863 11 дней назад +3

      Have you not watched Jared for very long?
      He’s made it patently clear that he really doesn’t like tele converters.

  • @vashahunt2077
    @vashahunt2077 10 дней назад

    I’d be tempted to ditch the 400 and take teleconverters and the 100-300, especially if I was going without an army of friends/lens-sherpas. Hope you have a great trip!

  • @mikehdvm
    @mikehdvm 11 дней назад

    Great video! Appreciate the explanations. Do you use a laptop to backup files to the external drives or is there another way to do that without having to drag along a larger laptop?

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  11 дней назад +2

      I used the prograde digital 8tb ssd and another 4tb option as a third backup. First copy are the cards that I didn’t reformat.

  • @breadandcircuses5644
    @breadandcircuses5644 10 дней назад

    Thank for this amazing video... again.
    I want to go on Safari in 2026. I have the Sony a6700 and want to buy the Sony 100-400 GM as my main wildlife lens .
    For Game drives at dusk and dawn though, I was wondering if I should get a f/1.4 prime lens (e.g. 85mm) or rather a not so bright zoom lens (e.g. Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8).
    What du you think?

  • @k.t.momoktm7863
    @k.t.momoktm7863 11 дней назад +2

    Jered I think I saw you here in Kenya two weeks ago, at Amboseli park

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  11 дней назад +2

      You did, I was there about 8 days ago

  • @reggiekoch187
    @reggiekoch187 8 дней назад

    So Jared, how much does the Africa trip cost? Tell me how that works. Looks like it would be an educational experience.

  • @Galeidan
    @Galeidan 11 дней назад

    My safari kit was:
    Canon R5 and R7
    15-35mm f 2.8, 28-70mm f 2, 70-200mm f 2.8 and 100-500mm f 4.5-7.1
    A tripod, extra batteries and cleaning kit. Got everything I needed and took some nice photos.

  • @John_1033
    @John_1033 11 дней назад

    Thanks for the video Jared. Any mosquito repellent?

  • @mark.payton
    @mark.payton 9 дней назад

    Sweet setup! Hope you’re bringing a Sherpa to help pack it around.

  • @buzbragdon9282
    @buzbragdon9282 9 дней назад

    What do you think of Rick Sammon using a smartphone instead of a regular camera for close shots on safari?

  • @manfriendlychurch
    @manfriendlychurch 11 дней назад

    I know what you mean by don't want to lose everything. When I went on Safari many years ago I bought a second hand Fuji AX3 to replace my STX1 camera and trusted the warranty from the shop so didn't test first. BIG MISTAKE. Shot many films and realised when I got them back from processing that the shutter was faulty. Had about 3 photos come out OK.

  • @bbq-man3058
    @bbq-man3058 9 дней назад

    u dont use Cleanig Stuff for Sensor and Lens ??

  • @SilenceNate
    @SilenceNate 11 дней назад

    Anythoughts on the Canon 200-800??

  • @mike_s_media
    @mike_s_media 10 дней назад

    Haven't gone to Africa yet but I do have an Alaska trip in the works that I'm planning on taking both my a1 and a7SIII with the holy trinity plus the 200-600. So two bodies and four lenses with the Atomos Ninja V, batteries, MBP, blah blah blah and all the things. I'm only taking one tripod, it's a manfrotto oss with the mhxpro-bhq2 (definitely didn't remember that, it's just sitting next to me!). Also taking a couple of GoPro's. Should be a good test run though since we'll be on foot most of the way!

  • @72Webber
    @72Webber 11 дней назад

    Great video! look forward to seeing the images from the trip 👍

  • @Aneliuse
    @Aneliuse 9 дней назад

    I hope your voice gets better soon! 😊

  • @BrandonBB4
    @BrandonBB4 11 дней назад +2

    Hi Jared, I might be the only person interested in this, but how did you ship all of that gear to Kenya? Also 2:04 those squats are really paying off!

    • @anthonyc1883
      @anthonyc1883 11 дней назад

      ?? He explains that in the video.

  • @user-hg8jn6oz9g
    @user-hg8jn6oz9g 10 дней назад

    2X R6Mark II, 200-400 F4 with built in 1.4 extender, RF adapter, 24-105 f4 and a 16MM 2.8.

  • @GB-AK
    @GB-AK 11 дней назад +1

    Looks like the Canon money truck was early this year. With only the one body Sony looks to slacking off.

    • @mbismbismb
      @mbismbismb 6 дней назад

      Yeah canon is currently reign the japan camera market share at yodobashi all r1 on the top and r5ii in the top 5

  • @adamrubinstein1479
    @adamrubinstein1479 11 дней назад

    How does one sign up on the Friends of Jared list?

  • @Leo_Visions
    @Leo_Visions 11 дней назад

    Can I go on the Safari and so far with my R1 compared to my R3 the joystick is just a tad smaller and when I have the camera to my eye, finding it with my thumb just does not feel the same most people probably won’t notice it, but as much as I shoot my R3 that’s the only thing so far that I don’t like about the R1oh, and the right button down at the bottom next to the play in the magnifying button I wish I could get rid of that

  • @ZToT
    @ZToT 8 дней назад

    Why the 400 instead of 600?

    • @mbismbismb
      @mbismbismb 6 дней назад

      Too big, just bring a teleconverter

  • @muthengimbuvi
    @muthengimbuvi 11 дней назад

    Karibu Kenya
    hope to bump into you in one of the parks. After the safari you can choose to donate the canon r3 and the100-500 combo to me. Currently shooting wildlife on an r7. Can’t wait to see the magical photos from your safaris

  • @thegodxxxx
    @thegodxxxx 11 дней назад

    What's the total cost of all those gears going with u?... 😅

  • @stephencurah1059
    @stephencurah1059 11 дней назад

    Nice pants lol , I love your sense of humor

  • @thebbros123
    @thebbros123 11 дней назад +52

    I see a problem.... No nikon 😢

    • @Dieguitofnaf
      @Dieguitofnaf 11 дней назад +4

      Too much weight!

    • @alphaandomega2709
      @alphaandomega2709 10 дней назад +5

      Single point autofocus only is old technology. Move on try a Sony or Canon or Panasonic, best autofocus systems to date.

    • @BarneyGumbl3
      @BarneyGumbl3 9 дней назад +2

      I have always been a Nikon man, but in the age of mirrorless they have fallen way behind unfortunately. I am going to make the switch to Canon in the next 12 months unless Nikon can catch up on autofocus performance. I really don't want to, but it's the logical choice with the state of Nikon these days. If I'm going to switch from a Nikon DSLR F mount to Z mount and change all my glass, I may as well switch to Canon, they are leading the industry at the moment. Staying with Nikon these days is just fanboy cope, even though I hate to admit that.

    • @Moy_308-fm3ss
      @Moy_308-fm3ss 9 дней назад

      @@alphaandomega2709tell me you haven’t tried a new Nikon without telling me 😂

    • @Throwaway-ix2pe
      @Throwaway-ix2pe 8 дней назад +1

      @@BarneyGumbl3Are you talking about the Z9 and Z8? I own a Z8 and the autofocus is pretty good especially if we’re talking wildlife and in the middle of the day at 1/32000 and under it’s really easy to capture pretty much anything

  • @Louis-dr8kq
    @Louis-dr8kq 11 дней назад

    I love my Canon ef 400 mm f2.8 is usm mark II . I'm using a Canon R7, and it works great . I bought it used from B&H photo in great shape. Lou

  • @chrislognshot
    @chrislognshot 11 дней назад

    so thanks for sharing all gear for someone try to find you. but nice setup dude

  • @NihasLaurito
    @NihasLaurito 5 дней назад

    One of my rich neighbors collects kislux bags, but because she’s so well groomed from head-to-toe, no one would ever think her bags were fake!

  • @mrrexy4151
    @mrrexy4151 11 дней назад +2

    I wish you a great time and lot of wild photos! Try to capture lion's smile 😀

  • @mvp_kryptonite
    @mvp_kryptonite 10 дней назад

    Don’t forget the R5 II “POWER, Power, power…” (in the L Mount alliance tone) batteries
    Enjoy, say high to Vanessa and Manny!

  • @prestoncooksey5925
    @prestoncooksey5925 11 дней назад +3

    Richard Simmons Vibes at 1:40

  • @lumenspaul
    @lumenspaul 10 дней назад

    Only one sony lens? that sony 28-70mm would be nice to see also ,enjoyed your view on last years safari and the unique cheat views with camera on a stick for low angle which everyone copies now,

  • @dryaldibread2327
    @dryaldibread2327 10 дней назад

    Looks heavy😮‍💨

  • @billvinson7859
    @billvinson7859 11 дней назад

    Stay safe and we’ll. ❤

  • @menchsito32
    @menchsito32 10 дней назад

    I took my t7 kit lens. The most important my girl friend. 🎉 ❤❤

  • @johnr193
    @johnr193 11 дней назад +4

    Went on safari in May 2024. Brought R5 with 100-500, 24-105 and 14-35 (and 2x teleconverter). Didn't use the 14-35 much. Used the 24-105 in town and non-game drive shots. 100-500 was used mostly. Got some great shots.

    • @larrycoonrod5563
      @larrycoonrod5563 11 дней назад

      That’s my standard lens load out for the R6II. Covers everything. I seldom take the 70-200 2.8 since I got the 100-500

  • @wira8811
    @wira8811 8 дней назад

    Its never overkill, its never enough, but its never perfect either. 🤣🤣

  • @tc9778
    @tc9778 11 дней назад

    It would be a awesome trip ❤

  • @GB-AK
    @GB-AK 11 дней назад

    And the total cost for all that stuff?

    • @sgpork
      @sgpork 11 дней назад

      He did mention those gear in the video. You can google and you’lll know the price/cost. But that doesnt matter. Use what you can afford and what other people bring shouldnt concern you. You’ll use your own gear.

    • @GB-AK
      @GB-AK 11 дней назад

      @@sgpork I do use what I have. Just curious the total cost but too lazy to do the math.

    • @pentagramyt417
      @pentagramyt417 11 дней назад

      @@GB-AK 100k $, sth around.

  • @carriebrandt9027
    @carriebrandt9027 6 дней назад

    Nikon !!!! You should take a Nikon 😊

  • @mathu_stans
    @mathu_stans 10 дней назад

    this Country of ours is slowly gon be famous

  • @GemmaHentsch
    @GemmaHentsch 11 дней назад

    Definitely nice, just would pack a drone for preference.

  • @kjbkjkjkjsgdh
    @kjbkjkjkjsgdh 9 дней назад

    Canon R1 seems to have a triple standard ISO in video mode
    Hope to receive verification🤗

  • @gallerysanjaya
    @gallerysanjaya 11 дней назад

    Hey, I really want to go with you guys next year

  • @PaulNewberyPhotography
    @PaulNewberyPhotography 11 дней назад

    Wow looks like total overkill, having said that i dont know much about wildlife or safari photography. Looks like an amazing trip. I want to do an Antarctica photography trip but i can only dream to do that, maybe one day.

  • @idol031808
    @idol031808 11 дней назад +3

    I took SONY 200-600 with 1.4 tc and 24-105 (perfect for hot air balloon). Bring some sort of plastic cover for lens/camera due to constant dust layer. You can buy large bags of local nuts in Nairobi airport for cheap. Bring empty bean bag which your guide will fill for you. Sneakers, long light weight pants, long sleeves, hoodies, layer up. Cool nights/ mornings. Rare if any mosquitos, but staying covered is a good bet.

  • @SpiderDem0n
    @SpiderDem0n 11 дней назад

    Have fun safe travels and great images

  • @bartsimps5601
    @bartsimps5601 11 дней назад

    I ould lovve an r5 mmkII and a 100-400 2.8

  • @MrGirbes
    @MrGirbes 11 дней назад

    I normaly take a (old) sigma 120-400 f4.5-5.6 and a sigma 28-70 f2.8 and I sneak in a 50mm macro.

  • @travislucas7483
    @travislucas7483 11 дней назад

    Paralysis by analysis my man

  • @buning_sensations5437
    @buning_sensations5437 11 дней назад +1

    i am waiting for post trip sniff test!

  • @goldenstasgs
    @goldenstasgs 6 дней назад

    Jared what’s with your voice? 😮 Take care! We need you healthy and happy❤

  • @Larken42
    @Larken42 6 дней назад

    I think camera bag should probably see an upgrade to camera _trunk_

  • @producerbenford
    @producerbenford 11 дней назад

    Man I’ve been the homie since 2018 - Where’s my camera and safari trip!!!??? 😂😂😂

  • @yuqin405
    @yuqin405 9 дней назад

    I am here to see you say I was wrong 😂

  • @awesomeheavendac
    @awesomeheavendac 11 дней назад

    Awesomeness.

  • @MVP-LABAN
    @MVP-LABAN 11 дней назад

    Great, I'm Kenyan and wish to meet you

  • @thisguy7201
    @thisguy7201 11 дней назад +2

    0:04 Is Jared sick? That "Fro-knows photo" was kinda low pitch 😂😢

  • @jameslong1540
    @jameslong1540 11 дней назад +3

    poor Vanessa Joy she does have much padding for her seat in the truck.

  • @briansilcox5720
    @briansilcox5720 11 дней назад

    Do you keep lenses mounted to one body after arrival to limit dust exposure?

  • @thefourthquarter7429
    @thefourthquarter7429 11 дней назад

    Where's the Sherpa?

  • @ey870
    @ey870 10 дней назад +1

    But you are ultimately a Canon fanboi ;)

  • @pat_diesel
    @pat_diesel 11 дней назад

    Blue clothing attracts flies bro

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  11 дней назад

      Good thing I didn’t bring anything blue.

  • @rustystuff
    @rustystuff 11 дней назад

    Did you ever get around to organising a safari trip for us subscribers? 🙌

  • @edwardmorton7246
    @edwardmorton7246 10 дней назад

    Goofy guy but good for him!! Have fun.

  • @harshvardhanrane198
    @harshvardhanrane198 11 дней назад

    looking forward

  • @edwardcollins3560
    @edwardcollins3560 11 дней назад

    You sound wonderful.

  • @jamestaylor954
    @jamestaylor954 11 дней назад

    Wish I had friends like that haha.

  • @tarjei99
    @tarjei99 10 дней назад

    Jared Polin has friends?!?!!!???
    I would have brought an OM-1 mark ii with some nice lenses just to annoy him.

  • @craigmontour9906
    @craigmontour9906 11 дней назад

    Canon money truck comes through again!

  • @WuanderTomasi
    @WuanderTomasi 5 дней назад

    I love the design, but I don't have the budget. So I bought the kislux bag. From now on I never want to buy any luxury goods.

  • @d-zone
    @d-zone 11 дней назад

    did that all fit in your hand luggage 🤣

  • @RomanMcClaine
    @RomanMcClaine 11 дней назад

    The pink pills are great but you really should take Ivermectin as well (or just get it in Africa at a pharmacy). The locals take it weekly to ward off parasitic and viral stuff. Works for the out-of-towners as well.

  • @Meth0z
    @Meth0z 10 дней назад

    6 shirts would EASILY last me 3 weeks!! lol

  • @okaro6595
    @okaro6595 11 дней назад +1

    One of those lenses weighs and costs more than my entire gear.

  • @WAPhoto
    @WAPhoto 10 дней назад

    I was all water weight😂

  • @ChrisThe1
    @ChrisThe1 11 дней назад

    Honestly massively surprised you're happy with 400mm. I had a 600mm of safari and while it was a little tight sometimes, most of the time it was great, or i could've used even more reach.
    Edit: I'd switch the r5 and r1. Zoom lets you get perfect framing, r5 lets you crop in a pinch.