Photography is not just about equipment but then where would we be without the incredible cameras at our disposal? Features such as lightning-quick frame rates, excellent image quality even at sky-high ISO speeds and super-responsive, subject-detect AF grab the headlines, but our cameras are blessed with many features that don’t get the attention they deserve. We’re probably all guilty of not exploiting our kit more fully, so we’re going put that right in this feature.
Let’s kick off with the basics and how you carry your camera. If you use the logo-emblazoned strap that came with the camera, now’s the time to ditch it and consider other solutions. For instance, if you enjoy street shooting then a wrist strap or an across-the-body ‘pap’ strap makes sense. Straps that convert from one carrying method to another with a quick release system are a great all-round alternative, while if you need to use two cameras a dual strap is more practical. Brands to look out for include B-Grip, Black Rapid, Novo, Optech and Peak Design.
If you enjoy taking a walk around the local nature reserve, consider the Peak Design Capture Clip V3 (£69) or B-Grip UNO belt holster (£40) which lets you attach the camera to the backpack strap or belt where it sits securely and comfortably.
Stay up to date
How up-to-date is your camera? Many photographers follow rumour and news sites and are quick to spot a new firmware release; others are much more relaxed. Somewhere between the two is a good place to be. An update might be ‘buggy’ so it
