Photography

Digital

Nikon digital cameras for now, but I have used and enjoyed Canon and Fuji. If I were shooting professionally, I would probably upgrade to Z8s, and if I wanted something even smaller, I would get a Fuji system. I'm also eyeing a Ricoh GR3.

Nikon Z6 is my main "real" camera when the iPhone doesn't cut it. It's a killer deal used, has 4K30, decent auto focus, and is relatively compact for full-frame.

Nikon D600 I had 2 of these when I was shooting weddings on the weekends after graduating from school. I kept one because it's worth more keeping it than selling it.

Nikon Z 24-120 f4 is the main lens. It covers a very useful focal range with a consistent f4. Lighter weight and good value compared to the 2.8 zoom.

Nikon Z 40 f2 this lens replaced my very amazing Z 50 1.8. It's not as sharp, but it's lighter, smaller, cheaper, and has decent character. I also prefer the slightly wider 40mm as an everyday lens. And it's a whole stop faster than any 2.8 zoom.

Nikon Z 28 f2.8 is paired with the 40mm, especially when I leave the 24-120 behind. Great for street photography.

Nikon F 70-200 f4 is a great lens for landscapes and general telephoto.

Nikon F 200-500 f5.6 is so good for the value. Enough range for most things... I pretty much use it in the 400-500mm range. I bought this lens once, sold it, and now have another copy thanks to a gift from a good friend.

Film

Nikon FE2 is so satisfying to use. It's bulletproof, has an insanely huge viewfinder compared to anything digital, and just needs a tiny battery to run the meter and shutter for years. Sure, you need to buy and develop film, but it's a camera that will outlast me. I bought this for $89 in 2008.

Yashica MAT is a twin lens reflex medium format camera. 6x6 film is expensive but so forgiving and natural looking. I've mostly shot Velvia 50 with this for vivid landscapes and street, but also some Ilford HP5 B&W film. I bought this for $76 in 2008.