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THE BASICS
SETTING UP ON LOCATION
The Basics
• Camera
• Lenses
• Flash
• Small ashlight (to help you nd things
in the bag)
• Tripod
Transporting and Caring for Your
Equipment
Going on location requires portability for your
equipment. To keep your gear safe and free of dirt,
you must nd the proper mode of transport for it.
For smaller location shoots, like a family portrait
session in the park, you most likely need only a
backpack of gear and a tripod in hand. However,
if you’re shooting an event that requires a lot more
equipment, you don’t want to put a heavy pack on
your back and then lay everything on the ground.
For shoots with more e