Below is almost everything I use and I shall try my best to keep on top of it.
I have included links to all of my kit, some of the links are affiliate links which means if you choose to purchase an item, I may get a small commission.
Gear that Regularly Appears on my Channel
My Tripod
My Video Camera (Also Use for stills)
My Camera Bags. Save 10% with HEATON10
My Jackery Power Bank
Fresh Water Storage in Van
Photography Gear
Nikon Z8 – This is now my main photography camera. Here is a video about why.
Fuji X-T4 – I have 2 of these cameras. One is dedicated to video recording and the other to lightweight photography trips such as my 100 Miles on Skye adventure. It delivers beautiful video and is a capable stills camera. the main benefit of this camera over the X-T3 is the in-body image stabilisation and improved battery life.
Fuji XT3 + 18-55 & 55-200 lenses – This is a fantastic, lightweight and compact camera which I have now converted to Infrared. Here’s a video on the process.
Fuji 35mm f2 R WR Lens – Used on my smaller X series cameras, this lens is a great focal length for intimate landscape photography and really narrowing down on your subject. It has a large aperture which is great for subject separation and is incredibly small and lightweight.
I recently switched to Kase filters. This system suits my workflow perfectly. They are tough, high quality and attach with an intuitive, easy to use magnetic system. Kase were able to offer me a 5% discount code to give out. Use: HEATON at https://kasefilters.com
This is my Hasselblad 501cm film camera from 1996. It shoots 6×6 square format images and I find it a joy to use. When it comes to simplifying the landscape, I find nothing helps with composition more than a square frame.
This is my FUJI GX 617 film camera w/90mm lens. It shoots 6×17 panoramic format images on 120 roll film. This is a monster of a camera, however having the ability to shoot medium format panoramic images is incredibly exciting for me as a landscape photographer.
Video Gear
Fuji X-T4 – I use this exclusively for video, however it is reassuring to know that it will also serve as a backup if my main stills camera fails. It has excellent colours and a great “Look” straight out of camera, it performs very well in low light, the 4k footage looks superb, it has a flip out screen, in body stabilisation and the battery life is excellent. It is not perfect though; the auto focus is nowhere near as reliable as Canon’s system.
Fuji X-T3 – This is both a stills camera and a video camera for me. The video quality is incredible and offers the best performance on the market for the price. It can handle low light, the colours are great and it can shoot super slow mo. I would use this as my main vlogging camera if it were not for the lack of flippy screen, so I use it in situations that require a little higher video quality to the M50.
Samyang 12mm ƒ2 Lens – This manual focus lens was purchased for the fuji as a way to boost it’s low light performance even more. I primarily use this lens when filming in my campervan as it is wide and lets in lots of light.
Go Pro Hero 7 Waterproof Camera – My current ‘mini’ camera. Far more reliable than the DJI Osmo action that I previously tried. Great image quality and super portable.
GoPro Windslayer – GoPro’s are known for their poor audio in windy conditions. This is the best solution I have found and it works great.
Insta 360 One X – A 360º camera that delivers fantastic image quality and offers endless creative possibilities.
Rode Video Micro – This little mic offers amazing quality when plugged in to any of my cameras. It is small, cheap, reliable and delivers superb audio.
Rode Video Mic X – This is an expensive microphone, especially when you can pick up a Video Micro for £50, however the quality of this mic is superb and there is no better solution for recording the ambient sounds of the landscape.
DJI Mavic Air 2 – This is a huge upgrade from the Mavic air 1. I fly this thing with 100% confidence knowing it will behave as it should. Not once have I had to do the drone dance whilst calibrating the compass, the image quality is much improved and even the stills are incredibly usable. For a one man video creator, this has to be a contender for best drone on the market.
Bags
Osprey Seral 7 Bum Bag – This was an impulse purchase for a different adventure, however after testing the fit with my Fuji X-T4 and lenses, I decided to use this on my trip across Skye. This is so handy for hiking photography trips where instant camera access is vital. I must stress though, this bag is not designed for photography and has no padding or protection.
My Shimoda Action X Camera Bag – Save 10%: HEATON10 – This bag is incredibly well built, comfortable and holds EVERYTHING! Whilst being able to carry all i need for filming, camping and photography, it also packs down to aeroplane cabin size. A great bag for the photography vlogger or those who like an adventure.
My Osprey Exos 38 – This was the bag used on my photography hiking trip in Nepal. It is a good size, comfortable and extremely lightweight. It is not a camera bag, but works well when used with an insert.
My Osprey Kestrel 68 – This is a large hiking pack for multiday adventures when a camerabag simply will not hold everything needed. It’s dependable and comfortable.
Photography & Video Accessories
L-Bracket for Canon 5D MK IV – This allows me to instantly rotate my camera 90º and is one of those accessories: Once you have it, you’ll never be without it. Here is my far more stylish L-Bracket for my Fuji XT3.
Acratech Tripod Head – This is sturdy, lightweight and works in conjunction with my bowl head tripod. This setup allows for fast and accurate panoramic photography as well as single shots.
My Bowl Head Tripod – This is a new piece of kit for me, but it has been hoilding up well. It is tall, lightweight and has the all important bowl head which allows for rapid set up for panoramic photography.
Rode Smart Lav – This small mic clips on the my shirt and allows me to record audio separately from the camera. Very good for working on location and in the outdoors.
Zoom1 Audio Recorder – This is what the mic plugs in to. Small, good quality and a battery life that lasts forever.
Adapter – Annoyingly the Rode Smart Lav requires this small adapter to work with the Zoom1.
Camera Slider – This is a very portable and extremely intelligent device which adds a very subtle cinematic feel to video work. That being said, it is very expensive.
Post Production & Editing in my Office
My Photography Monitor – I use this monitor in conjunction with my iMac as it gives a far more accurate representation of how my images will look in print.
Sandisk SSD Drive – This holds all of my media, Lightroom Catalogs and Adobe Premier Project files. This system allows me to seamlessly switch from laptop to desktop without ever having to sync folders or re-edit images.
Adobe Photoshop – I don’t need to say much about this.
Adobe Lightroom – Used to edit and organise my library of images.
Adobe Premiere Pro – A great piece of editing software. I probably utilise about 3% of what it is capable of.
Photo Printer – I use a Canon Pixma Pro 1000. This produces amazing quality prints, up to A2 size. Most of my Ltd Edition prints come from this machine.
Stabilo Watercolour Effect Pencil – Not very exciting but its one of the best tools for the job for signing prints. Recommended by a viewer and it was certainly worth it as it works on all surfaces!
Quilted Soundproofing – Perfect to prevent bounce back of my voice and echo in my office.
BenQ SW271 Monitor – This works perfect in my dual monitor set up that I always wanted. Can flip to both horizontal and vertical easily which is fantastic for editing and viewing photographs. I use it exclusively when preparing prints as the colour and detail is so accurate.
Studio Lights – My hair lights are mounted on a boom pole allowing them to cast a light right over me where I want it.
Camera Rig Clamps – Easy to adjust and lets me mount my gear easily without having tripod legs all over the shop.
Camera Power Supply
Mic Stand – In use with the mic below this allows easy access and use during videos. Easily swings back and forth.
Voice Over Mic
SSD Drive – Admittedly very expensive but its my lifeline to store all my documents. I can migrate working from my iMac to my laptop seamlessly using this drive. Super fast and super reliable.
The Great Outdoors
GPS Watch – My Garmin Fenix 3 is a real life saver. I always have it with me, I can plot routes, find my exact GPS location and cross ref with my map and I can navigate back to safety.
Hand Held GPS – This GPS relies on AA batteries, so I can always have spares and it has built in maps, so if I get lost, I can rely on this to get me back to civilisation.
Thermarest Neo Air X-Lite – Expensive, but a purchase you will not regret. Small, super light, incredibly comfortable and warm; this camping mat is better than most beds.
Camping Pillow – Wait, don’t go anywhere! This is my most important piece of camping kit. I am one of those people who can’t sleep without a good pillow. Nothing cut the mustard until I found this. It really does tick all of the boxes.
Leatherman Skeletool – Well made, lightweight and incredibly handy when away from civilisation. You should always carry a tool with you when enjoying the outdoors.
I have also made a Youtube video talking through my specific winter clothing selection. Below are the articles that featured in the video.
My Photography Gloves
My Down Jacket
My Hiking Boots
My Waterproof Socks
My Softshell Trousers
My Rab Mid Layer Jacket
My Waterproof Trousers