Travel Essentials with Chris Burkard

[@jjballantyne874]

I love how everything you have is worth its weight in gold.

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

Jj Ballantyne haha, well that's debatable.

[@MikeHallman]

Loving these geek-out, tech-y videos. Makes me want to pack a bag and get out there! Keep 'em coming!

[@kimberlyconde2034]

Fun video! I love your work! All time favorite photographer.

[@Duts82]

Thanks so much for sharing this, and loved the TED talk as well. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@itsAutumnleaves]

You inspire me so much..

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

AutumnFeels Thanks! Sick to hear!

[@naturemha]

Definitely agree with that. I open up some photos in your website to inspire me when I am down.

[@officechrisburkardstudio4625]

+M.Hamza Arslan Thanks :)

[@kylepilkey]

awesome video, between this and your TED talk you got me stoked to pack my camera gear into the woods again. thanks for the inspiration keep up the good work

[@officechrisburkardstudio4625]

Kyle Pilkey Hey Kyle! Rad Man! SToked to hear it

[@acamilop]

Thanks so much for this! The detail is awesome.

[@danbriere9514]

Chris, any travel plans for this upcoming December? Your work is incredibly inspiring, and I would greatly enjoy meeting and collaborating.

[@kschoeck]

I can't believe all the stuff he pulled out of that bag

[@Jamalrwilliams]

Great video. Is it still up-to-date or have you made any big changes to what you bring or bags to use?

[@clancebelnap6208]

Your the coolest guy. For serious

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+RADVENTURES thanks man!

[@theninja291]

Howdy there Chris, Just wondering if you can make a video on how you started out and how you've grown to be an inspirational photographer. Iv'e been working for almost a year at place that won't benefit me to be a travel photographer. Sometimes I feel like quieting my job and heading out, even though i have not enough money. I want to know how you made it? Because I'm here sitting down asking for help.

[@aniketchavan04]

A good marketing guy.. Marketing all those products..especially wearing jacket indoor...!!!!

[@cityslickerf1507]

would love to work with you some day. PCH has a special place in my heart. more than willing to travel from san diego. cheers!

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Julio Perez thanks for reaching out. I'm always open to collaborations. Just send am email to [e-mail] and we might be able to work something out.

[@FK-we1dp]

this is crucial

[@TheSascha551]

Hey Chris, I wanted to say that you've really been a role model for me to get into photography and make it my future career and I just wanted to say that because of you i've decided to fly to Iceland in November over my birthday and then to the north of Norway after on photography trip to try and build up my Instagram/portfolio and go on a adventure. Any tips on where I should go in Iceland? I've been to Norway a few times so that isn't a problem but looking at your photography/videos I was speechless as to how beautiful it looked and I was curious as to where those places were.

[@iamkarljones]

Fx

[@JamesDuguid]

Thanks Chris! I love getting out and about to shoot and hope to do plenty of hiking/camping over the Aussie supper so this is super helpful. What kind of tent do you go for during your trips (California weather)?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

James Duguid I usually use a Nemo Equipment Ultralight Backpacking tent! Super light and easy to set up.

[@JamesDuguid]

Thanks mate I'll check it out (*summer not supper, glad you got past the dodgy autocorrect :P )

[@noobie1890]

check out the MSR Hubba tent. Its a nice 1 person tent with plenty of room and its freestanding. You can even purchase attachments for it and overall its a reliable company that always pulls through. It packs down quite small too so there's more room for other gear

[@theartofcolor]

Great Video. Thanks! Which Straps do you use for the a7?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+TheArtOfColor I use Peak Design straps for all my cameras.

[@mattdelaney744]

Huge fan of your photography! What first lens would you recommend to a beginner looking to take landscape or travel shots?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Matt Delaney 30mm is an epic focal length for that!

[@lav3nd3r09]

Hi Chris, I'd love to see more videos like this. You're an inspiration! You're workstation is a macbook air, right? I'm planning to get a macbook soon as my primary workstation for travel photography and film. The macbook air is lighter and more travel friendly, but I'm just wondering if it's also powerful enough for video editing. Since I shoot travel photos and videos, would you recommend the macbook air or the macbook pro? I never owned an apple laptop before so an advice from a professional and experienced travel photographer would be a great help. Thank you, and more great adventures to come!

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

Tyrone Daroca I just use the air for on the road edits. I use an iMac at my studio!

[@lav3nd3r09]

Chris Burkard Studio thank you! You're awesome! You're a living inspiration to me.

[@ryanmills2689]

Have always dreamed of shooting skiing and surfing full time but never really knew we're to start. Any suggestions?

[@Thefellowmanable]

What do you think of the Patagonia Synchilla Duck Bill Hat? It's mouthful, but I think I have seen a couple of pictures of you wearing one.

[@officechrisburkardstudio4625]

+Stefan Campbell It's awesome! super comfy and keeps you warm.

[@ryanfox7135]

How much does your f-stop backpacking pack weigh? Also would you still suggest the A7 for someone who is backpacking and wants a super light weight pack?

[@rsstnnr76]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing. Just curious why you go with Sony instead of Canon or Nikon?

[@vagalvideos]

Russ Tanner because he is sponsored by Sony.

[@rsstnnr76]

That would make sense. Thanks!

[@ryanclinetv]

I know this thread is ancient, but Sonys camera technology is years ahead of anything nikon or canon. the price range and features sony a7 line has is ridiculous... canon and nikon don't offer half the features sony has integrated already into the camera! Small, lightweight, not expensive, the future is sony.

[@rsstnnr76]

+Ryan Cline what features are you referring to that are so far ahead of Canon and Nikon?

[@TaraTanaka]

Great info - thanks! Is that case you use for your external drive made by Pelican - I can't find it on the web. Thanks!

[@alimkassim]

Tara Tanaka Western Digital makes one. Found it at local BBuy; works great had couple of them for few years.

[@JMackUK]

Chris, original A7 in 2017? still worth using as a primary camera?

[@jeffmcc93]

I want to buy that pack but there isn't much info on it. I want to put in a small pro ICU and about a week's worth of clothes.

[@naturemha]

Chris Burkard Studio, what lenses do you think the sony a57 needs as good starter? I would like your valuable opinions to plan ahead to improve my lenses for such adventure photography.

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+M.Hamza Arslan A good lens to start with would be preferably a zoom ranging anywhere from 18mm up would be great. The benefit of a zoom is you'll get practice taking both wide and portrait photos!

[@TheHellaBent]

Hello Chris, my whole life I have been using a handheld ight for any outdoor activity. I am now realizing how important and useful a headlamp is, what headlamps do you recommend checking out? Thanks chris

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+TheHellaBent I use a Petzal or a Black Diamond Storm

[@eperdumence]

I have the same bag and I wonder if it is possible to take it in the cabin during a flight? Thanks !

[@eperdumence]

(F-Stop Tilopa)

[@benborosch3636]

Chris Burkard Studio, do you think the sony a6000 is a good starter camera

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Ben Borosch Absolutely! It's one of the best mirrorless cameras to shoot action with! Super fast and the image quality is amazing.

[@johnmk6148]

how many batteris do you have for the a7?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

John MK Quite a few! I end up charging them more often then not though.

[@johnmk6148]

Thank you! Chris Burkard Studio and also just wanted to let you know that you inspire all of us (including me) thank you, keep on doing what your doing

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

John MK Thanks for the encouragement!

[@justinbrown2044]

what brand is that side pouch attached to the backpack?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+justin brown What's the timecode? If it's what I'm thinking of it's just a pouch that comes with the bag!

[@Daguigoz]

Hey Chris! How do you charge your gear when you are off the grid?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

Hey Laurent Truong! I use Goal Zero gear for almost all of my equipment when I'm on the road.

[@Daguigoz]

What is your Goal Zero set-up?

[@fedvoxavoxa]

please take me with you

[@tylerfukuda]

You still into the SLR type sony's?

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Tyler Fukuda yes sir!

[@tylerfukuda]

was thinking about maybe trading up the a6000 for the a77ii, what do you think? maybe a6300? Was kinda also wondering if the 16-35/24-70 are the best all around lenses you'd recommend..

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Tyler Fukuda The a6300 is insane. I think it's an awesome camera with how small and transportable it is. I'd say the 24-70 is my most used lens for sure.

[@alpy1720]

don't you also carry an a6000

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Nils Paillard I do!

[@ricktheis9006]

Chris can you list out the actual products? The closed captioning does not correspond to what you are saying, it's actually quite hilarious.

[@ChrisburkardStudio]

+Rick Theis There is a list of the products in the description, bud.

[@ricktheis9006]

+Chris Burkard Studio Oh my bad, thanks man!

[@Jeffrey_Young]

Love your stuff man! Being a traveling photographer is my dream job! www.jyphotography.info

[@clancebelnap6208]

Your the coolest guy. For serious