Below is the photography gear Im currently using for both 35mm film and digital landscape photography, I do tend to suffer from GAS so this page will be updated fairly often.

This is not a list of the “best” cameras or lenses, just the equipment I actually use, why I use it, and how it fits into the way I shoot. I have included some links to some blogs which aren’t in-depth reviews but will give some insight on how I use the gear here within.

Cameras

Nikon Zf

The Nikon Zf is my main digital camera for landscape photography. It balances modern performance with a shooting experience that feels closer an old school camera, it's the full frame that fuji won’t make! It’s reliable, flexible, and pairs well with zoom lenses when I want a simple, all-in-one setup.

Have a look at my post on its versatility here

Fujifilm X100VI

The Fujifilm X100VI is my everyday camera. It’s small, unobtrusive, and perfect for carrying around without thinking too much about it. The fixed lens forces a more considered approach to each shot, which I tend to prefer but it’s ideal for casual shooting and travel.

Read my blog post on taking the Fujfilm X100vi up Snowdon here

Leica M6

The Leica M6 is where everything slows down. Shooting 35mm film changes the way I approach photography completely. Fewer shots, more intention. It’s not the most practical camera, but that’s kind of the point.

Lenses

Nikon 24-120mm f/4 S

This is my main landscape lens. The range from 24mm to 120mm means I don’t need to switch lenses, and it covers everything from wide scenes to tighter compositions. It’s sharp, consistent, and doesn’t feel overly heavy, it's the best all round lens I have ever owned!

Leica 50mm f/2.8 Elmar-M

A simple 50mm that fits perfectly with the Leica M6. It’s small and doesn’t get in the way. I am currently trying to decide whether I keep this lens or trade it in for something more modern. I find this lens is best used at 5.6 onwards.

Leica 90mm f/2.8 Elmar-M

The 90mm gives a bit more reach when I want to isolate subjects or compress a scene. It’s not something I use all the time, but when I do, it adds a different perspective compared to the 50mm.

Film Stocks (Most Used)

Cinestill 800T

Used mainly for night photography and low-light scenes. It has a distinctive cinematic look, especially around artificial light, I like using this film if I am going to be in cities or urban environments, having ISO 800 makes it a lot easier to get sharper photo’s with my 50mm lens as I can keep the aperture higher.

Read my blog post on Cinestill 800T here

Kodak Portra 400

A reliable all-round film. It handles a wide range of lighting conditions and produces consistent results, This film is fairly expensive so I don’t tend to shoot it all time.

Kodak Gold 200

Slightly warmer tones and a more nostalgic look. It’s not as flexible as Portra, but it has a character that works well for certain scenes, especially in good light.

Other Gear

Benro Tortoise TTOR35C Tripod

A solid, reliable tripod for landscape work. Nothing complicated, just something stable enough for long exposures and shooting in low light. This replaced a Mandfrotto Befree carbon fibre tripod, the main reason for changing was the Benro’s ability to get right to the floor as it lacks a centre column.

Filters (Fujifilm X100VI)

• Tiffen 49mm Circular Polariser

• Haoge LAR-X52B Filter Adapter

Used mainly to control reflections and contrast when shooting outdoors.

Filters (Nikon Setup)

K&F Concept Magnetic Filters (77mm):

• ND8

• ND64

• ND1000

• CPL

These filters are a game changer after years of using screw in filters, the magnetic adapter stays on my 24-120 at all times and it is easy to put on and take these filters off.

Bags

Shimoda Urban Explore 25 litre

This is my take all my gear bag and normally accompanies me on Holiday’s aboard

Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L

As the name suggests this is my everyday bag and it fits the Fujifilm X100VI and the Leica nicely along with a power bank

Billingham Hadley One Shoulder Bag

Long weekends or day trips with the Nikon, I’ve had this bag for years and it will still be with me in years to come it’s amazingly well put together.

PhotoSport Outdoor Backpack BP 15L AW III

This is my adventure bag for long hikes or up in the mountains, it doesn’t have the most room for camera gear so I am restricted as to what I can bring along but it has room for a water bottle, snacks spare clothes and some handy attachments for hiking poles.

DJI Mini 5 Pro

I use the DJI Mini 5 Pro occasionally for aerial shots, mainly to explore compositions that aren’t possible from the ground. It’s not something I rely on heavily, but it adds a different perspective when a scene feels too familiar at eye level.

What stands out most is how capable it is for something so small. The 1-inch sensor makes a noticeable difference, especially in lower light, and the overall image quality feels much closer to a “proper” camera than older drones.

That said, for landscapes it can open up compositions that just aren’t possible otherwise, especially when trying to understand how a location looks from above rather than within it.

You can read my initial thoughts on the DJI Mini 5 Pro Here

Gear I’ve Used (But Moved On From)

Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S

A fantastically sharp and capable lens, but I ended up not using this lens as much as I thought I would, I ultimately sold this for the 20mm below.

Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S

Great for ultra-wide scenes and astrophotography, but in practice I didn’t use it enough to justify keeping it at this price point. The wider end of the 24-120mm covered most of what I needed. I will definitely look to add a cheaper third party wide angle for astrophotography back into my kit in the future.