The Essential Equipment for Street Photography
1. Versatile and Discreet Camera
Why? The key is discretion to capture spontaneous moments.
Options: Mirrorless or advanced compact cameras are ideal due to their size and performance.
PROJECT CONCEPT
2. Luminous and Versatile Objective
Why? A bright lens allows you to capture sharp images even in low light conditions and with a shallow depth of field to isolate subjects.
Options: A 35mm or 50mm with a wide aperture (f/1.8 or f/1.4) is an excellent choice.
3. Extra Battery and Memory Card
Why? You don’t want to miss a moment due to running out of battery or storage space.
4. Backpack or Discreet Bag
Why? To transport your equipment safely and organized.
5. Comfortable Footwear
Why? You’ll be walking a lot, so make sure you have comfortable, appropriate footwear for exploring the city.
6. Other Accessories (Optional)
ND Filter: To control the amount of light entering the sensor and create creative effects such as motion blurs.
Headlamp: Useful for photographing in low light conditions or in poorly lit places.
Lens Cleaner: To keep your lenses clean and smudge-free.