Five essential gadgets to shoot like a pro
(All the gadgets below are suggested by Abin Bho as his experiences.)
- Insta360 ONE X
For Bho, the device expands a camera’s possibilities and he loves it so far.
“It enables me to view a perspective I would never get to see otherwise,” says Bho, taking the camera out of its pouch. He bought it for Rs 50,000 at Oliz Store, Kathmandu.
- Small HD Focus 1080p
He ordered the gadget from the US through his friend for Rs 55,000, and has been using it for the past year.
- Sony a7S II
Although Bho prefers the camera for its portability and better visual performance, the battery life, he says, is a drag. Due to its low battery life, Bho owns five batteries, which approximately lasts 90 minutes each.
“Especially when I travel to cold places, it drains even more,” says Bho.
For young photographers, Bho recommends the use of Sony cameras—especially for videos—rather than other brands, for their compact yet powerful visual performance. One key piece of advice from Bho is to always “check the battery and SD card.”
- Giant Zhiyun Crane 2
“During my many trips, I have dropped it multiple times,” says Bho. “Yet it is in good shape so far and works well.”
Sometimes Bho feels it’s an “invincible” piece kit, but he also realises he should be more careful with it.
- Sigma 24mm and 35mm F1.4
However, it took him some time to find lenses that suited his taste. He suggests people spend some time and experiment with whatever lens they have—it’s as necessary for shooters to connect with the lens as it is with the camera, he says.
Another lens Bho recommends is Canon's 50mm with F1.8 aperture which he bought for Rs 12,000 in New Road, Kathmandu. It’s comparatively cheaper than other lenses and provides beautiful shots.
Source:Kathmandu Post
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