My favorite camera bag

When I used to work as an Event Photographer I would carry camera gears with me to variety of locations and sometimes for a long period of time. And because I like compact, multipurpose bags I chose Brevite backpack with lens compartments. Especially if the events are planned out of town, I can pack everything I need for shooting and editing in one bag. It has separate laptop …., water bottle, and more importantly it has straps to carry tripods! Since I use lite tripod it works great for me, one downside would be that after all the loading the backpack will be heavy, but I consider it as small exercise šŸ™‚

If you have a favorite gear bag, please share in the comments, I’m always interested to hear about great products!

Polaroid vs Instax mini

A quick comparison and tips of using Polaroid and Instax cameras.

Ease of use

Instax is easier to use because there are no settings to adjust, point to the subject, click and shoot. The printed photo doesn’t need to be put in the dark, it can be developed in few minutes. Polaroid film needs to be put in the dark right after it has printed, I usually put in the pocket. It also takes longer to develop 10-15min.

Polaroid camera has more settings, such as +-, Portrait or Landscape mode, Bluetooth connection to your phone app and also double exposure.

Price

Instax is cheaper overall. Polaroid film is $16 for 8 films, whereas Instax film is …. . I usually buy in bulk, a pack of Polaroid films for $8.. and pack of Instax film for $64.

Verdict

Instax is easier, faster, cheaper to use.

Polaroid is more complicated, more expensive, but has more ways to play with the exposure.