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DJI Mini 3 Pro w/ DJI RC

Available at dji.com

Fujifilm X100V

$1,399

Moment CineBloom 10% Filter Available at shopmoment.com

$59

This is a super common add on for cameras like this that are looking to accomplish a film look. 10% is a nice option that accentuates highlights and takes off a little bit of that digital edge. It’s also great for shooting at night when you want neon signs, street lights, etc to have a little more oomph.

Out of stock everywhere

This camera has become a great personal shooter or everyday carry. Many of the pics you’ll see from our distro day photo dumps are shot on this, with photos being posted with zero edits straight out of camera. That’s thanks to the sweet film simulations that come stock or can be customized afterwards. This is a great starter camera or an excellent personal camera for professional photographers who need a break from a big body and lens. If you can find one, that is.

Canon EOS R6

Available at usa.canon.com/shop/p/refurbished-eos-r6-body

$1,699 (Refurbished from Canon)

$2,399

If you’re searching for one lens to pair with your Canon R6, this is it. The lens barely leaves the body and is the go to for everything from portraits to food to interiors. Of course the RF 70-200 F2.8 and RF 15-35 F2.8 might also be on your list, but we’re surprised at how often we keep the 24-70 on for most of our needs. It’s currently out of stock as the refurbished option, but if you can find it on Canon we would recommend that route.

Often overshadowed by the Canon R5, the R6 is (in our biased opinion) one of the best professional cameras you can buy for the money. Especially considering you can get it refurbished from Canon for $1,699. Whether you are looking to make the leap to mirrorless from your current setup or want to break into professional gear in general, this is one you don’t want to sleep on, even with the newly release Mark II. We have been super impressed with the image and video capabilities as it’s been the workhorse for most shoots over the last couple years.

Polarpro DJI Mini 3 Pro Filters Available at polarpro.com

$79.99

The aperture on the DJI Mini 3 Pro is not adjustable (they do a good job of not mentioning this), so you are going to want to get some filters for video to keep your shutter speed at an ideal spot. We went with the Vivid collection that includes the ND8/PL, ND16/PL, ND32/PL filters. There might be some scenarios where you would like an ND64, but chances are you can adjust your settings to compensate and get away with this setup for the most part.

The capabilities of this drone are insane for the size and price. It’s regulation friendly weight (under 250 grams), 4k/60 video (w/ D-Cinilike color profile) and 48 MP still capabilities make it a great option to throw in your bag while taking up minimal space. But the real selling point for us was the rotating gimbal for vertical shooting, because...phones. We would also highly recommend the DJI RC (remote controller) so you aren’t trying to read text messages while you’re mid flight along with the fly more kit for extra batteries.

Pelican 1535 Air Carry-On Case

Available at pelican.com

$377.95 w/ padded dividers

$409.95 w/ TrekPak Divider System

We have been using Pelican products for years and their reputation speaks for itself. But there is one issue when they are loaded up, the weight. That’s where the Pelican™ Air cases come into play. This model is the largest allowable for size for a carry on, so you never have to part with your gear and it also nearly 40% lighter than its counterpart. It’s waterproof, crushproof, can be wheeled around or lifted with a side handle, has a limited lifetime warranty and is made in the USA.