What's In The Bag // Landscape Photography Gear

Its time for a What's in the Bag video. My entire setup has changed since my last WITB and it was time. Bellow are links to all of the gear I mention in the video. As close as I could get them anyway.
Camera Bag - bhpho.to/3oP2xTn
Accessories:
Filters - mavenfilters.c...
Headlamp - amzn.to/3MT0ghO
wireless release - amzn.to/3N1WRgF
L Bracket - bhpho.to/3Nnb09y
Leave it Better Hats - www.nickpageph...
Puffy Jacket - enlightenedequ...
Microfiber Towel - amzn.to/43xM5pw
lens cloths - amzn.to/3NpxwyN
Kimtech lens wipes - amzn.to/3PblKcF
Multi tool - amzn.to/3P3UWuy
Tripods:
Medium Tripod - bhpho.to/3P5QnjC
Medium ballhead - bhpho.to/45OWPkO
Small video tripod - bhpho.to/3WXDWbx
Camera Gear:
Main Camera - bhpho.to/3qDFqvz
Video / Backup Camera - bhpho.to/3CrpAGE
Wide Lens - bhpho.to/3qwekpP
Medium Lens - bhpho.to/3CnUqjO
Telephoto Lens - bhpho.to/3P68aHj
Main video Lens - bhpho.to/3WWFWRj
Faster Video/astro lens - bhpho.to/43RhaUP
Microphones:
Stereo Mic - bhpho.to/3J6u7SQ
Wireless Lavs - bhpho.to/3P4hBXK

[@NickPage]

Update: in the video, I mentioned I have the shimoda 35L, you will find that there’s not actually a 35L lol …..I have the 40L

[@TurbArg]

I was wondering how you shoved a large DSLR core units into a 35L, lol. Have you flown with the 40L? Looking at the dimensions, it should work fine as a carry-on bag, how is it in practice?

[@NickPage]

@@TurbArg no I have not yet, but I’ve flown with the 50 many times as my carry-on although never try to slide it under a seat it’s always my big carry-on that goes in the overhead compartment

[@rogalaphotography]

@@TurbArg Actually the Large DSLR core unit fits in the Explorer V2 35L so it will DEFINITELY fit in the action X. Ian Miller did a video about it!

[@TurbArg]

@@rogalaphotography ohhhh... that's very interesting! Because ideally I want the depth from the DSLR core units, but I want a shorter pack so I dont have to worry about air travel.

[@rogalaphotography]

@@TurbArg I have both the Action x50 and Explorer v2 35l and I use the medium DSLR core with the small core…this equals the size of the large DSLR core v2…it gives me the space of the large but versatility of the medium…I do want the new v3 large DSLR core though for the top access…

[@Stop-All-War]

Yellow Photography Bag = a.k.a _'Thief magnet'_ ⚠️

[@alanm.6096]

Thanks Nick. Great summary. I showed our camera club your video about conversion from Sony....and a lot of people changed their minds !!!

[@AmorLucisPhotography]

Great to see you back, Nick. We've missed you. As ever, I get something useful from your videos - multi-tool now purchased.

[@rockymountainmike3133]

Love ya, Nick!! 8 years with American Airlines here. It’s “gate agent”. 😀 Headed to Iceland in 24 days, 6 hours, 46 minutes and 55 seconds.😀

[@NickPage]

I would be a very poor man if I owed someone a nickel every time I miss spoke! Lol to be fair flight attendants can glare as well :-)

[@rockymountainmike3133]

@@NickPage Yes, I get that. And flying all those years as a “non-revenue” employee, I sometimes got the impression that gate agents particularly waited for you to take out all the frustration they had built up from dealing with paying passengers. 😀 Anyway, I owe you a lot for the tips I’ve picked up the past 6 months from your channel. You do this for 30 years and you think you know it all, and along comes someone to gently set you straight.😀

[@Berry_N]

Just caught up with a few of your podcast episodes on the way home from a trip and lo and behold come home and see the new video. Good to see you, enjoyed the video!

[@rdbimages]

Nick, nice video. I applaud your attitude towards sponsorships. Very refreshing. I really hope to see more content coming from you. I am fairly new to your channel and have found your presentation style quite comfortable. Please produce more content on Photoshop. I am trying to make better use of it and would like to consider switching from LrC to a PS only workflow (keeping it simple vs multiple programs.) Take care.

[@KGi4]

curious about new video of whats in the bag 2024-2025, also havent seen Nick in a long time :)

[@paulvalerio3887]

Glad to see you Nick!! Watching your vid the night before I travel… Great Info!!

[@bigbigsquid]

Excellent Sunday morning video. 🙏😀

[@DaveBerthiaume]

That offset L-Bracket looks interesting. I don't have a flip-out screen, but I could see this allowing easier access to the side ports on my Nikon. And I love my Mavens!

[@GARY1951A]

Thanks for the video, Nick! I always look forward to your videos and I am so glad to see you on this one! Looking forward to the next one! hope you are doing well!

[@LeeRatcliffe]

Good to hear from you Nick, but...... You don't have to go anywhere particular or special. Just Vlog your photo outings.... The ones which aren't buttery smooth & perfectly put together can also be the Vlogs where we feel like we are actually out in the field with you and are the best by far!!

[@johannelaporte8057]

Thank you for sharing, always looking for idea..and bags that won't be checked 😊

[@davidroberts6766]

On your recommendation, I got the Shimoda bag a few years ago (well, my lovely wife bought it as a Xmas present for me, but I digress). No regrets! Great bag! While I shoot Nikon, I too recommend the f4 glass. Lighter and does the job! In the nikon ecosystem, the 24-120mm f4 is fabulous….so versatile! Those filters….hmmmmm

[@JohnEboyee]

That lens skin is super sleek with the zoom coverage! Mind sharing how you sourced the stock? Glad to see you're doing well and I'm loving the rolling hills photos. It amazes me how you control the transition of light to dark while expressing a feeling of softness yet maintaining tack sharpness. Thank you for continuing to share your vision of our beautiful planet as inspiration for other photographers like myself to continue the journey.

[@NickPage]

I got it off of Amazon, it’s made by Mossey oak it’s essentially just a vinyl wrap

[@tejraju]

The new bag looks cool. I bought the explore v2 after seeing your video on it more than a year ago, love it!

[@gr8_22-15]

Good to see ya! It's been one year since the last trip and man do I miss that time. As always, just when I think yea I like photography, but I love the processing more, I take another trip with Nick and I realize just how much I love the adventure aspect of it easily just as much. Anyone on the fence about doing a workshop, take the leap because they are great times and great memories. NIck is the epitome of what it is to be a photographer from in the field, to hanging out talking shop, to processing it. He gives the full experience and it is truly appreciated. MIss ya my friend! Wish i lived closer.

[@srodigital]

Looking forward to your future videos Nick. Take care.

[@cristibaluta]

The magnetic filters are killer, 15y of photography and never used them even if sometimes i had them. Now i got a polarizing filter and use it every single time i need one because it's so easy to put on

[@haroldcarlson2775]

I'm glad shimoda came out with the yellow color. I think it will be pretty popular since it stands out more for visibility.

[@RyanMenseWildlife]

Dang that's a good idea with the filter stack. I didn't really understand the point of the back cap they sell until now. Kit is looking good, Nick!

[@rogalaphotography]

Those filters look great but $500!!!

[@RyanMenseWildlife]

@@rogalaphotography sadly I’ve probably paid well above that by now since I bought a few of the filters piece by piece rather than the starter kit. My last order was almost $100 just for three of the front caps since generic plastic ones don’t really clip in like I was hoping 😭

[@pathogan4854]

Great to see you Nick !!

[@adventurelifewithbob2960]

Enjoyed your video! Gave me some great ideas on what to put in my camera bag.

[@craigmantle5362]

That’s a super clean set up Nick!

[@Ericbjohnston5150]

we need more in the field vids.

[@NickPage]

I agree, I miss putting them together

[@kalagianphotography545]

Love that L bracket!! Need to get me one of those.

[@PatriciaDavidsonPhotography]

Love my two Shimoda bags! Always fun to see what is in a photographer's bag. I love the new yellow color but I see it as getting dirty for me. Would love hear your thoughts on that color bag down the road after a lot of use.

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Always like your gear review videos, great bag and nice kit thanks for sharing Nick.

[@benjaminbjacobsen]

Thanks for the usb-c headlamp link!

[@RodneyDugmore]

The thing that catches you out travelling down here in Australasia is not so much the size of the bag but the weight limit 7kg is painful when the attendant gets out the scales! That setup you got there has got to be 6.3kg even without spare batteries and a laptop etc?

[@mlevesque33]

Thx to you I just learn about ProMediaGear and I'll will be getting an L braket from them for my R6 Mark II. I also checked their gimble heads. Quite pricey but very interesting. I'll probably get one in the future. 😀

[@larrykay6606]

Thanks for the updated gear carry video. I've been looking for a better L bracket solution because of the flip screen interference and needing to keep the side door open for my intervalometer cable when in portrait mode for astro!

[@rhodesia1578]

Welcome back Nick and thanks for sharing what’s in your bag .. question please sir .. where did you get the camouflage kit for the 100-500mm lens ? Lens Coat I know make them but not sure if theirs can cover the main lens tube that retracts into the lens ? Stay well , and looking forward to your next outing !

[@scooter5193]

Great video - and your looking fantastic, first thing I noticed!

[@tompetersphotography]

Nice video buddy, awesome to see you making content again👍🏻 miss your regular videos, hope your well 😊

[@jaysonaquino9541]

I didn't know you went back tp Canon Nick! In any case, happy shooting and keep them coming!

[@blivieriphoto]

Great video Nick! Im loving that headlamp. I hate having to wear a oirce if elastic ir rubber around my head in the heat we have here in FL. Ill be looking to get one. Thanks!!

[@mikehardy8247]

I'm going to check out the jacket. Your obviously aware of Pro media gear. I far prefer there Tripods over RRS. weight, height both extended and collapsed I have the 72" one. Can shoot video over people's heads, and a pound lighter than competition. Basically same high price, made due south of me in USA!

[@ihavevitiligo]

Super cool.

[@guykerr8111]

Thanks young fella.......

[@svgstephen]

The action x is an amazing bag, but probably good to disclaim not sponsored but did receive for free as with all yellow bag wearing you tubers ;)

[@seantomlinson3320]

I want that bag! Still waiting for it from the Shimoda site.

[@martyd5819]

Informative. I like that bag. Always fun to watch your vids Nick. I seldom take the 100-500 off of my R6m2. Nice piece of kit IMO. Hope all is well with you.

[@ericerickson6537]

Nice video, I have a think tank bag but may switch bags.

[@williams1075]

Seems like all the landscape photographers in your old crew got the same new bag. So you will have plenty of support if there is any issues ;)

[@patmurray9199]

When you are travelling by air, do you use the Shimoda for your gear plus another carryon for necessary personal items that you would need if the airline "lost"' your checked bags? Do you travel with the tripod attached or in checked baggage?? Thanks for your channel - one of the best around!

[@NickPage]

When I travel by air, my camera bag is my carry-on and all of my clothing and such as in my checked bag

[@davidroberts5535]

The bag looks awesome, that color though. Not grooving on the yellow.

[@jz4492]

Nick - Thanks! Looking forward to more videos soon! What did you use for your camo lens cover? Looks thinner than the usual neoprene ones. Thanks

[@andrewwordsworth5364]

Thanks Nick. Do you carry anything like a first aid kit in your bags, for a just in case

[@rogalaphotography]

The promedia gear L brackets are nice but their customer support isn’t the best. Two of the screws stripped on my Lbracket for the battery grip and I had to fight with them to send me more screws. They wanted to charge me $20 for replacements! I had to threaten to make a video about how easily the screws stripped before they would send them to me!!! Needless to say I ended up switching to the Falcam Cage for my R5 which basically doubles as an L Bracket. They finally got smart and made the side of the cage cable of vertical mounting on a tripod! It’s an amazing cage and product line by Ulanzi!!!

[@LaurisBergs]

Thanks Nick for review. I have question is this Canon EOS R5 is better than Sony A7 IV? What are the pros in your opinion? Maybe in near future you can make a video comparison with photo samples Canon R5 vs Sony A7 IV? I am planning to buy myself one of these cameras so your review would be valuable. I also recommend you to make a photo course for beginners in photography that could be purchased in your website premium tutorials.

[@NickPage]

I appreciate the kind words. Thank you! Image quality wise. They are very similar with the R5 having a bit more resolution, but the Sony has a bit more dynamic range. For me, the biggest difference is the user experience and the weathersealing and durability. My Sony gear just didn’t hold up well in the elements that I put my camera gear through. I struggled a lot with a hotshoe, getting wet and constantly fighting there. This accessory not supported error. The biggest difference for me is just the enjoyment of use. I enjoy using the canon, a whole lot more because of the quality of the screens, touchscreen, the feeling of the buttons feeling of the camera and the menu system because I learned on Canon it was like going back to something old and familiar.

[@SebastianBevanPhotography]

Great stuff Nick, great to see more of you, Can I pick your brains, I also shoot with the Canon RF 14-35, Is it advisable to go up a filter thread size because of vignetting , Im looking into getting the Maven filters, cheers chap

[@NickPage]

My current set up I adapt up to an 82 mm and don’t have any vignetting but I’ve never tried it with just a 77 mm. So I can’t say for certain.

[@SebastianBevanPhotography]

@@NickPage that’s good enough for me, thank you mate, much appreciated, I use Lee Filters at the minute, amazing quality but big and the polariser can be a nightmare to get on and off 😃👍

[@jamesjin8839]

I'm quite surprised you choose to travel with that tripod. I thought you'd treat you 100-500 with beefier options in your collection. I own an EF 100-400 L II and travel tripods like peak design or similar will just not damp and provide the adequate stiffness for these long zooms especially at the longer end(Yes, even with center column collapsed all the way in they're still pretty springy). I splashed big and got myself a TFC 34 and now I have to figure it out how to travel with it on flights. I mean, it's not hard to see that its pricey to be put in the checked luggage and there's always a possibility of misplaced baggage, but it's also pretty heavy and long when folded up for carry on(on the brink of too long to be allowed almost).

[@craigoxley5475]

Have you thought about the Silence Corner Atoll bracket instead of an L-Bracket? The bracket doesn't get in the way of the screen or doors and has a much smaller footprint

[@NickPage]

I considered it, but I wasn’t sure how well it would work with telephoto lenses with tripod collars like the 100 and 500. Plus, I like the added protection added by a L bracket it saved me more than once.

[@craigoxley5475]

@@NickPage so i fid contact them and they say with the telephotos you are best to use the lens collars (do just rotate the atoll out the way) and not an issue. For the smaller lenses its great as I have an issue with the Sony flippy screen and the door on the side. The added protection i can understand.

[@romiemiller7876]

That bag is great, but I'd need a wheel barrel to carry it! Mine weighs 16 pounds, and at 76 years old, that & a tripod is about all I can manage,

[@PatrickLantz]

Love the video and update on your gear, but one thing I’m wondering with you going lighter with the 14-35f4 instead of the 15-35f2.8 is what you do for any Astro you might still shoot? Are you using the f4 or are you using the 16f2.8? I have the 16 and it’s decent for Milky Way but when I rented the 15-35 I noticed a huge difference. I’m in the market for my wide zoom and would love to save weight with the f4 but also do maybe 10% of my landscape photography at night and the 16mm does leave a bit to be desired despite taking no room and costing very little. Thanks as always for being such a great teacher and so generous with information!

[@NickPage]

I have both a 16 and a 24 mm prime for the little bit of Astro I do which isn’t a ton these days. If I have an asked her photography specific trip I’ve been renting a Sigma 14 mm F1.8 but I’m holding out, hoping that canon comes out with a fast prime.

[@kurtmaloney8950]

Thanks!

[@NickPage]

Thank you!

[@GavinVella]

Hey Nick, I know it’s 8 months old this vid now, but I’m hoping to get one of these bags over the weekend and I’m wondering, do you think the X35 with the large mirrorless core, would fit a Canon 300 2.8 ii or 400 DO ii? Either are my go to lens for wildlife, and as much as I’d prefer to hike with a 100-500, those faster primes play a big roll for me and I’d hate to get this bag to find out they won’t fit. The large DSLR core unit only fits in the X40 apparently.. which may be too large for me. The lens hood is 6” wide, and the large mirrorless core is saying 4.7” Depth, but if there’s extra space in the bag it may still fit?

[@R.Hogarth]

Thanks for sharing Nick. The last one of these that I saw you do, you were shooting an A7R4 as your primary camera. I am in the process of migrating away from Sony right now. I really liked my A7R3, and I LOVED my 14mm f/1.8 GM lens, but I am just so impressed with what I have heard, read, and seen of the the Nikon Z8 that I am switching. I have heard great things about the R5! I am curious, how long ago did you switch to Canon, and what was the single biggest item or feature that made you switch? Thanks again for the update

[@NickPage]

I switched back to canon back last fall, the main reasons were durability, weathersealing, and simply just enjoying using the camera more. I love the quality of the screens, the RF adapter allows me to use all the older EF lenses.

[@matej.mlakar]

Keep the Sony 14mm GM and get Megadap TZE21 adapter. Sony lenses work on Nikon Z bodies like native Z glass with all the functions. Tested and highly recomend!

[@ShoebSaiyad]

Nick , image quality of 14-35 better than 15-35 ? I will go with the 14-35 as you are using it . Thanks

[@davemenard5089]

When did he switch back to canon? Haha predictable and I did when he went with those sony machines 😂 Happy Hunting Nick. Canon is the best brand REALLY lol

[@NickPage]

I switched back last fall. I had a video about it, but there was so much heat that flowed in. I took it down.

[@davemenard5089]

@@NickPage that’s a bummer about the heat you took. I wanted to switch too back when canon was dragging their heels intentionally. Still waiting for the high rez R

[@stephenschmid492]

Nick, I've often read that because Canon cameras have an anti-aliasing filter, the images will not be as sharp as cameras without one, for example the Sony that you used to use. Have you noticed any difference in sharpness because of that? I was always curious if that was something really visible in real world practice.

[@NickPage]

Honestly, I’ve never noticed the difference. The 70 files are definitely slightly higher in resolution perhaps a little bit of that as the aliasing filter or the lack there of. Perhaps it’s just the fact that it’s got a few more megapixels, but the canon files are totally suitable for professional use.

[@stephenschmid492]

@@NickPage Thanks!

[@lancebryson9013]

I don't see Action X V2 in a 35L on the website. Is your bag a 30L?

[@kellygreen3708]

They dont make a 35L in the acrtion x V2. Did you mean the 40L?

[@RogerJones-mountfield]

Nick where did you get the camo for the RF 100-500, it looks better than the type I’m using, thanks 🙏

[@danielschmaderer]

I’m curious how you like the 100-500 for wildlife. I’m moving over to Canon soon and that was one lens I was looking to get, along with the 14-35

[@maxsmirnoff8200]

Shimoda must have dropped the X35 V2, because I could only find X30 and X40 when I looked a month ago. Had to get X40 as the other X30e has inserts that are too shallow to fit the camera sideways.

[@NickPage]

I misspoke this was the 40L

[@peterdyndiuk6648]

I have a very similar setup, but I generally take the RF 70-200 F4 rather than the RF 100-500 - its just too heavy for backpacking for me. Just curious; which lens do you find you use the most?

[@mikecastles]

Just wondering if I missed something, can't find a 35L version of the Action X II, can find 25L, 30L and 40L. Thanks

[@NickPage]

This was the 40 L, I miss spoke in the video

[@1958zed]

Did you coordinate this with Gavin Hardcastle??? 😂

[@es0terra]

Nick - does this bag fit is those smaller Alaska Air propellor planes with those tiny small overhead bins?

[@NickPage]

Easily, the 50 L used to fit, so this one will fit even easier

[@dogsmadefamous2951]

New to your channel . . . In heaven so far. Looking through your videos I was looking for any setup advice for shooting action. We are Dog Photographers and would love to find some pointers. We both shoot with the A7riv. We are generally using 100- 400 GMaster, 70 - 200 2.8 GMaster, 24 -70 2.8 and I love the 85 prime GMaster. FYI - The tip you gave on turning off the DRO was the bomb. Thank you for that.

[@robertspaulding2905]

Could you add a link for the camera bag please?

[@rogermoles9138]

Hi would love to meet up with you, Im from Silverton Oregon I do go up to Hood River once in a while, They did fire work last night for New Year they were firing off in the fog I miss that shot I think my Cousin got a few with her smart phone oh well can't get them all.

[@cloudrippr]

So how are we going to tell you apart from Heaton & Hardcastle?

[@NickPage]

I will be the one with no accent:)

[@anthonyjonas4991]

Hey nick im Zane’s old friend from Dayton just saying hi 👋

[@NickPage]

Hey Anthony! Zane talks about you a lot. You guys should get together sometime.

[@anthonyjonas4991]

@@NickPage yeah we should that would be cool.

[@cameraprepper7938]

Where are the prime Lenses ???

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

I have a Lenscoat cover on my own 100-500. Yours is much sleeker and I assume it doesn't slip around over the controls or focus ring. What make is it?

[@NickPage]

I just bought a vinyl wrap made by Mossey oak, and trimmed it myself. It’s definitely not perfect but it’s way thinner than the expensive lens coats and they don’t move around.

[@j16m02]

So, did you and Gavin get a 2 for 1 deal on those bags?😄

[@cristibaluta]

My PD tripod is heavier than my entire travel gear and don't know how to get it to 500g or something but still be tall enough

[@deanimator]

Curious to know why you switched from the Kase Filters

[@NickPage]

I have a full video about it

[@hotenloslentes4342]

What do you miss about Sony ?

[@NickPage]

they’re small, fast, primes, and their wireless Bluetooth remote

[@jeanfernandez6063]

I just followed your link to BH Photo for the L-Bracket…says it’s no longer available!!

[@NickPage]

Damn! Try the Promediagear website

[@GeorgeLoch]

No drone? How is this a 2023 bag? ;)

[@davehallock3102]

Nick, did you say the bag was and action x 35? I don't see 35 on their website, just 25, 30, 40, and 70.

[@NickPage]

I miss spoke I have the 40

[@davehallock3102]

@@NickPage Thanks Nick.

[@alansarpy]

Is that RRS Tripod nice and compact for flying??? Thanks Nick!

[@NickPage]

It’s a nice medium size for flying. Definitely no issues leaving it attached to the bag when carrying on.

[@alansarpy]

@@NickPage awesome! I'm gonna pick one up then ! Can't beat RRS!

[@jeremygarretson5482]

You go through cameras like I used to go through women. I'm married now, thank god.

[@reallukx]

Nick I don't think there is action 35 v2 . You meant 30 or 40 ?

[@NickPage]

I misspoke again lol I have the 40L

[@pradippatel9345]

Do you feel that butter colored bag will get dirty more quickly? I have the black one.

[@NickPage]

I was wondering that as well, I got this color more as an experiment than anything, but it actually hides the dirt better than my black bag simply because it’s in the brown spectrum. I think the green bag hides it best, but the black shows the dirt, the worst. The color of the bag is actually growing on me.

[@harishgupta46]

Where did the Peter Mckinon EDC pouch go?

[@NickPage]

Stopped backing it a while ago

[@stevemeier7876]

is there something going on that both you and gavin have the same colour bags ???

[@NickPage]

I think you’re going to see a ton of these bags out there

[@bobbyburtonphotography]

Would this bag work for Iceland Air?

[@NickPage]

Yep no problem

[@grmrtnz]

Nick I believe we agreed that will send me that set of filters since you give away anything you evaluate. Did you misplaced my address????

[@21lottel]

How do you like your magnetic filters?

[@NickPage]

I absolutely love them. By far the best filters I’ve ever owned.

[@21lottel]

Do you have any vignetting at 14 mm?

[@NickHansonPhotography]

There is no 35 litre, there's a 30, 40 and 50 - which one do you have? Also, unusually for you, the audio was pretty bad in this video.

[@NickPage]

As I said, in the pinned comment, I have a 40 L I miss spoke

[@NickHansonPhotography]

@@NickPage I didn't read that comment, hence why I asked ; ) Thanks for the clarification.

[@ssechskies]

he said dodo, god im so mature

[@maxmillion4216]

You're to late with the bag review Nick. It's been done by Gavin and Sarah Lindsay have already done it.

[@NickPage]

It’s not so much a bag review as it is I was in the bag video

[@glenwratt7814]

If you're looking for some to donate your old bag to ..

[@richardhurst1969]

Seems all KZbin photographers are showing off the new Shimoda bags they received 😂

[@NickPage]

That’s because they’re the best bags on the market