Gear
Kit & thoughts
The kit
I shoot on the Lumix system — full frame, excellent colour science, and compact enough that I actually take it out. Below is everything currently in the bag, with honest notes on how I use each piece.
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Lenses
Prime · Full Frame
Lumix 24mm f/1.8
My go-to for street and travel. Sharp wide open, small enough to forget about.
Prime · Full Frame
Lumix 50mm f/1.8
The classic perspective. Great for portraits and slower, more considered shooting.
Zoom · APS-C
Sigma 18-70mm f/2.8
Versatile and fast. A solid one-lens option when I want flexibility without compromise.
Prime · Full Frame
Sigma 35mm f/1.4
A character lens. Wide enough for context, fast enough for any light.
Prime · Full Frame
Sigma 85mm f/1.4
For portraits that breathe. Beautifully compressed backgrounds, creamy bokeh.
Prime · Full Frame
Sigma 45mm f/2.8
The sleeper of the kit. Tiny, sharp, and underrated for documentary-style shooting.
Zoom · Full Frame
Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8
When I need reach. Events, sport, and anything that won't sit still.
Watch
Lumix S5 II Review
Sigma 18-70 Review
Software & tools
Photo Editing
Adobe Lightroom
Still the gold standard for culling and colour grading. Desktop and mobile.
Video Editing
DaVinci Resolve
Free, powerful, and now my primary video editor. The colour tools are unmatched.
Film Emulation
Dehancer Pro
Adds genuine film grain and colour response to digital footage. The difference is real.
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Lightroom Presets
Made.In.Presets
My own preset pack — 14 handcrafted looks inspired by Brighton light and film photography.
Buy & sell used
MPB
Where I buy and sell used camera gear. The condition grading is honest, prices are fair, and it's a far better option than eBay for anything serious.
If you're building a kit on a budget — or selling gear you've outgrown — MPB is where I'd start.
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