What's in my camera bag for real estate photography in 2020.

[@careyrook5364]

I'm a little late to the party as it seems, but I just wanted to say thank you for your videos that you do. I'm new to RE photography and can use all the help I can get. There's no better way to learn than from a pro. Thank you!

[@joshlunetta5670]

Rich really is the Bob Ross of real estate photography.

[@RichBaum]

I’ve been told that before

[@nicholasspackman]

Thanks for the great video, I ordered the umbrella. I have recently moved from a GH5 to an A7iii. I had an issue with bracketed shots not aligning perfectly and requiring photoshop to align them. I have now discovered the issue is "steady shot". I have now turned it off and the bracketed shots are perfectly aligned.

[@RichBaum]

Great tip?

[@rektorpwr2006]

Rich, I really like your videos. It's great that you are still using the equipment from many years ago and you are aware of its value. In an age when people throw away huge amounts of efficient equipment every year it is very important that you present your approach to others. Thank you!

[@RichBaum]

Some things just work for me. Over many years I’ve narrowed down what works for me. But don’t get me wrong, I spend way too much on gear every year. I love gear 😜

[@rektorpwr2006]

@@RichBaum Mee too :D I feel U bro ;)

[@_HMCB_]

Good video. Loved your easy going nature. I’m just new to photography and do a decent job on interior shoots but I’m subscribing because I know you’ll have a wealth of knowledge I can use. Hello from the Midwest!

[@RichBaum]

And hello to you, thank you so much for joining me for my video, I’m so happy I can be of help

[@darylnd]

I just made a San Jose-Oakland round-trip to pick up a 3046 I found on Craigslist: it came with two heads, since the seller had mounted a #234 monopod head atop the #3063 fluid head. They're scarcer and more expensive these days. I have several other tripods--a couple of tabletop tripods, a couple of carbon fiber travel tripods, even an original, Marchioni Bros. Tiltall--but I've been thinking of a geared center column for precision work. I'll be swapping the fluid head for a geared unit.

[@RichBaum]

Enjoy the 3046

[@Robert-ug5hx]

I have the same light stands 4 1051's and a couple 1004's ,most of the time the small stands are just fine, I also use a umbrella to see display better, the manfrotto 475b is my tripod and 2 051's which double as light stands I used manfrotto 234 monopod tilt heads instead of the 323 ,it give a touch more flexibility I can get the speedlites centered easier

[@RichBaum]

Sounds like you have a good setup.

[@Robert-ug5hx]

Thank you many years of getting what works for me right

[@kennypringle4580]

Great video. You taught me a few things. Thanks neighbor👋🏻

[@RichBaum]

Happy I can be of help

[@matsenko]

Rich, such a great job... Thank you for all your afford for doing this for us.

[@RichBaum]

My pleasure!

[@luciadiane6682]

Thank you Sir! That was a video full of gold nuggets and I will repay you by purchasing my future gear from your links, truly grateful I found you.

[@RichBaum]

You are so kind in your reply. I’m happy I can help you towards success

[@mikeege7643]

Thanks for sharing Rich!!!!!

[@RichBaum]

You bet!

[@AllergicToMyself]

I swear by the Arca Swiss D4. I baulked at the idea of spending so much money but it is a dream to use, so perfectly engineered. Hope it lasts as long as your tripod. Thanks for all the great vids Rich. Have been using a few techniques recently and feel it's made a big improvement to my photos

[@RichBaum]

Thank you for your kind words.. I agree the D4 is one of the best things I have ever bought.. if mine was lost i would replace it with the same tomorrow at any cost.

[@jenniferdurham2782]

Omg, Rich! I live in Seattle (moves here from LA).. I just ordered an umbrella hat!! How did I not know about this? Thanks!

[@RichBaum]

It’s saved my Butt several times.

[@davidenglund]

Lot's of good advice Rich! Thanks. And love that personal touch, "Don't even go there." ;-)

[@RichBaum]

Thank you for the kind words. I’m just trying to do my part to help people be more successful.

[@highlandvideo5313]

Great video Rich. Would love one about using the tilt shift. Cheers

[@RichBaum]

Coming soon!

[@funkyboogiee]

I've got that sony a6400 and rokinon 12mm as well. good combo for many things. I ordered the Fuji XT4 a couple months ago and it should arrive any day now. I'm seriously considering the fuji 10-24mm instead of the rokinon version for fuji mount. also lookin fwd to seein what the in body Fuji HDR system is all about!

[@RichBaum]

Sounds great good luck

[@hopeforthefuturesg]

awesome video...I just got into real estate. you got all the right gear.i see you been doing it a whileee..awsome. I have the ad600 pro..yes very heavy to handhold and im 39 yrs old..lol. I have the 24-70 2.8 g for nikon and 14mm sigma art prime 1.8. its getting me by for now..lol.. also 3 Speedlights and ad200 pro. same trigger too. I really want the arca Swiss d4..how can you get me that deal with the rrs plate?

[@RichBaum]

The deal is over, sorry

[@stardrone]

Thanks for the video, wonder what that yellow truck was thinking when it stopped behind you ?

[@RichBaum]

This happens all the time making videos.

[@forrestgalt2832]

Great videos! Thank you! Say what is the difference between Canon TS 24 vs TS24 II? Is the old version acceptable?

[@RichBaum]

I don’t really know first hand. Sorry

[@luisl6628]

Thanks Rich, here from Portugal

[@RichBaum]

Welcome! Hope your doing will with Covid... Hopefully you are back to more normal.

[@jamesgarcia1680]

Great information, thank you for sharing!

[@RichBaum]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dpixvid]

Would love a reference on Sony white balance problem solves? Also don't understand how you can mount a Nikon R2 trigger on a Sony Multi-shoe, won't that crush the pins? Thanks.

[@RichBaum]

I use the Nikon version so the camera doesn't know there is a trigger attached and try to adjust for WB.. Works great, no issues, just no TTL

[@dpixvid]

@@RichBaum Okay thanks... I'll give it a try!

[@neerajnegi5987]

Wow there is so much to learn in this video... Thank you so much...Sir can we use godox v1 flash for real estate...

[@RichBaum]

Yes you can, you can use any flash but you might want to think about adding a more powerful flash along side your Speedlight

[@neerajnegi5987]

Thanks for your feedback...

[@johndonnelly3596]

Wow, so much good advice! I am looking to enter into the realestate photography space and its good to see what experienced photographers like yourself are using. Thank you for sharing. The Arca Swiss D4 looks great, something i might have to save up for though. I cant see too many Manfrotto 3046 tripods for sale, are there any other make and/or models that work similar to the 3046? Thanks, JD from AU

[@RichBaum]

Only the 3046 for me. If you keep looking you will eventually get one in great shape for low price. Stick with it as it’s worth it.

[@tytlyf]

Wear the blastpack on your belt. Get hook on belt to hold flash. 2 yongnuos

[@RichBaum]

No thanks but if that works for you then go for it

[@dronevantages-aerialimager2929]

Hi Mr. Baum, I’m thinking seriously about transitioning to mirrorless. I was intrigued by your videos where you raved about the a6000 & 12 mm prime combination. I was thinking about pairing a Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 to a A7ii for a full frame take on your ever-focused real estate camera. However, the added flexibility of the Sony 16-35 f/4 makes me second guess this idea. I’d love to hear your thoughts about this bubble I’m on. Also, Is the 18mm on FF wide enough for most situations in RE?

[@RichBaum]

I suggest the a7III as it’s far superior to a7II I also suggest the 16-35 GM if you can afford it. Far superior lens.

[@dronevantages-aerialimager2929]

Rich Baum - thanks for taking the time!

[@loudandclearmedia]

@@RichBaum having both the 16-35GM and Batis 18, I disagree. Yes, the zoom is much more versatile, but the Batis is a REALLY nice, light, sharp, contrasty lens with a cool OLED distance scale on the top of it. Definitely better, and more well corrected, than the GM at 18mm.

[@jugodenaranja2010]

Hey! Great video, a lot of information. One question regarding that issue with the white balance and the Godox xPro Trigger (or your Flashpoint version). I heard from you here and other people that they just buy a version for another camera brand because it is missing the pin connector that causes this problem. So, my question is, can I instead of buying a new one for another brand, just modify the one I have? Like braking the pin connector that is missing in the other brands version? Anyway, it is a good advice to have 2 triggers, so I can get a second one for Nikon, and keep the other one as a back up one. But it would be great if I can modify it. Thanks!

[@RichBaum]

I use a Nikon version on my Sony cameras.

[@brucebusch5211]

Rich, thanks so much for all the work you put into these videos. I am thinking of upgrading to the ad200's from my Yongnuo's. If you aren't using the CamRanger to trigger your shutter any longer, how are you accomplishing that? I am wondering if using the X1T in the hot shoe, with my RF603 from Yongnuo on top connected to the Canon, would trigger the shutter and the combination of ad200's and yongnuos?

[@RichBaum]

I tether with the Sony Imaging Edge App and built in WiFi.. For you as your Canon I suggest the Camranger, much better for Canon & Nikon than Sony.. And I hope you will use my Adorama Link if you buy an eVolv 200 (same as the ad200 but better warentee)

[@frankgreco4292]

Thanks Rich!! Your videos have helped me so much!! I love your teaching style and was wondering if you do private lessons? I live right up the hill from you in So Lake Tahoe. Thanks again! Frank

[@RichBaum]

Yes I do! Send me an E Mail to [e-mail].. Right now I only do Coaching via Zoom because of Covid 19 but that cab really help you

[@smcarmel]

I really want to get my 3046, with that head and plate. How do I go about that?

[@RichBaum]

E Bay

[@robiken3280]

Rich, as always a great informative video, thanks for sharing. Follow up question for you on the XProN trigger, or adorama equivalent, on a Sony. I have noticed using the XProS trigger an issue with the white balance being warmer then it should be, which is annoying and takes time to post correct or create a custm WB setting w/i my Sony bodies. Based on what you use the XProN version, does that eliminate the problem from what you see? I know Nathan Cool talks about using a dead trigger or shoe for Nikon, but have not been able to make that approach work on my Sony. If the xProN trigger works I would just swap out my current triggers and save me some post production editing time. If you're not sure I'll just pick up the XProN and do a comparison and let you know what I find. Thanks again Rich!

[@RichBaum]

Rob, yes my solution is to use a Nikon trigger so the camera doesn't know there is a trigger.. and it does solve the issue about 80% of the time but every now and then I get a really warm exposure.. on a shoot yesterday I think I only got 2 out of 100 frames..

[@loudandclearmedia]

@@RichBaum That's what I do too, but with a Canon trigger on my Sony bodies. Typically I'll still hit the auto white balance in LR on my flash layer, but it does get closer than the Sony/Godox triggers.

[@johnvillalovos]

What is going on with the strange aspect ratio?

[@RichBaum]

John Villalovos I shot in the wrong aspect.

[@sadafotografix]

Hello, Thank you for your amazing videos. Can you please give other alternative for tripods. For instance other Manfrotto Tripods that works best & have the option to change it later with arca swiss. Also can you please let me know What Canon Tilt shift lens is good for Real Estate Photography. Thank you again.

[@RichBaum]

I always say my favorite tripod for this type of photography is always a Manfrotto 3046. You can find them all the time on E Bay for about $100 in perfect condition.. and I suggest the Canon 17mm tilt shift for real estate photography.

[@sadafotografix]

Thank you so much.

[@vletrmx21]

Thanks for the video Rich, still in lock down here in France and not sure when the gigs will be coming back in. What would you consider more important for someone six months into the job, an AD600 or a backup a6000 and lens like yours? Currently using an ad200 and a Sony a7r, can count 3- times where I'd like to have had the bigger light so far but got by with some touched up ambient shots.

[@RichBaum]

I suggest a eVolv 200 first, then a 360, then a 600

[@michaelderr9736]

Hi Rich - thanks for the video! I'm just getting started in shooting real estate, so your insight is very helpful. Was there a particular reason you switched from a crop sensor to full frame? I shoot with a D500 and a Tokina 11-16 mm and Nikkor 17-55 mm. So far, I've had no problems with this set up, but I often wonder if I'm sacrificing something by using the crop sensor. Thanks!

[@RichBaum]

I still shoot my crop all the time and there is no real reason to go full frame for Real Estate.. I have full frame for Weddings and sports but I also use if for RE

[@aliciawashington4866]

Why did you choose to use lenses with f/2.8 over f/4?

[@RichBaum]

Alicia, I think if you can afford 2.8 then go for it. For me I don’t need 2.8 for real estate photography but I need it for sports, weddings portraits and astral photography.

[@merylmorante262]

Hi Rich, How are you? I have been watching your videos for real eatate photography. I'm a not professional photographer infact I only have my nikon D3400 and a wide lens. Fortunately for me my mom in law and husband are both realtors. They let me take photos of all the property they handle and list it on MLS. But I'm not satisfied with my work and I have a lot to learn especially editing. Through watching your videos I understand I have to invest in lightroom and Photoshop as well as speedlight to advance in this profession. Can you please recommend a budget friendly speedlight that I can use that's do the job and compatible with my nikon? I hope you read this! Thanks for your videos. I'm learning so much from it. #StaySafe

[@RichBaum]

I can suggest private one on one coaching which can really help you get up to speed.. We do a zoom session and I show you how to do everything step by step including what gear to get and this can really save money as I really work with you to get so your not waisting your money on the wrong gear.... if your interested just send me an e mail to [e-mail]

[@Garbid]

Nice video! How do you think, if I will get a godox ad400 instead of ad600 as a main light and one li-ion speedlite will it be enough for all scenarios in term of power? Or ad600 is must have?

[@RichBaum]

I suggest the eVolv 200 and a Streaklight 360.. the 400 is really heavy and I would choose the 600 over the 400 any day. I have both and the 400 stays homer and the 600 stays in my car, but if I need it I got it.

[@Garbid]

@@RichBaum Thank you! Ad600 and ad200

[@RichBaum]

Here’s the deal for me. I love my ad600 because it was really cheap and though it’s big and heavy it’s there when I need it. The 400 is a fantastic light but it’s a lot of $$ and also it has lots of features like TTL but for RE we don’t need TTL so why spend extra $200-$300 for that? Now if you plan to use it in the studio that’s a different thing. I still say my 360 is my favorite light. Cheap flexible and really powerful. Sure it has an external battery but that’s not a big deal.

[@Garbid]

@@RichBaum Thanks for your advice.

[@jagid123]

Dear Rich, great Video- lots of good info. I'm just starting out in RE photography but I'm experienced in Adobe LR and PS, and AI. As I'm a jeweler so I've been taking product shots-So the editing is not much of an issue for me. I just bought a Sony A6300 and I love it. Question: if your shooting "detail " works at the house is there ever a time you would need Macro? Ie: like flowers or? So would I need an adaptor for my Samyang lens if so?

[@RichBaum]

I personally would not use a Macro lens but you could and I really don't know about an adapter.

[@scotlandtexas]

Your videos are excellent. I am learning a lot. For the window pulls, I see that Flashpoint just came out with the AD300, any thoughts if this would be good enough? I see in the comments you would recommend the AD200 first, Could the AD300 be a substitute?

[@RichBaum]

I just got a 300 and it is "Hands Down" the best flash I have ever used.. it's small and compact, very well built and a pleasure to use.. It will be replacing my 360 and I will be releasing a video review comparing the 200, 300, 360, 400 and 600

[@scotlandtexas]

@@RichBaum Excellent, can't wait, I'll keep my spending until your video comes out. Also will your video have an affiliate link. Thank you

[@andromedaliszt6943]

Dear Rich, I just want to let you know all I can afford currently is your amazing anti-rain head-umbrella.. So sorry can't help ya with the affiliate links just yet but I swear I wish you a great day and tons of thanks for sharing this with us. Also, I swear I didn't laugh on you AT ALL at that 30:26.. I swear. Cheers from Indonesia!

[@RichBaum]

I am glad people got the lens cap joke..

[@davidsanderson5466]

That cop driving by is eyeballing you, he thinks your a terrorist with all those cameras. LOL!

[@RichBaum]

I didn’t get arrested. 😉

[@Data_Pedia]

love it, thank you :)

[@RichBaum]

So glad!

[@SeanP7195]

I kept sitting my speed light down at a huge job today (110 year old home, 12 bedroom student housing) and kept running back to pick it up and forgetting it. I woke up with a bad cramp in my leg :). Rich, what are you using to tie off your speed light on your tripod? Is that something you fastened yourself or did you purchase it?

[@SeanP7195]

My speed light cases have no place to put a fastener or a clip.

[@RichBaum]

When we buy a speedlight they all come with a pouch so all I do is to zip tie the pouch to the leg of my tripod... it works great

[@PaulMrPKcom]

Hi Rich how are you ? My clients are asking these days beside photo for "virtual walk" or video walk through and want me to offer them making blue prints of those real estates/apartments. Is it same for you ? Did yo uplan maybe to offer video as well ?

[@RichBaum]

Check Out Cubi Casa, Great floorplans and super easy / fast

[@PaulMrPKcom]

@@RichBaum Thank you! Yes looks great, worth paying for. Thanks Rich!

[@funkyboogiee]

i been lookin into the Westcott FJ400

[@RichBaum]

Good for you, hope it works out

[@jonathanskeele854]

Wow - every lens in your kit; 2 Grand, 2 Grand, 2 Grand..... and finally that little 12mm Samyang $200. Yep - That's the lens for me! :-)

[@RichBaum]

Exactly! I also use and love the $500 Sony 85mm 1.8 which is the sharpest lens in my lineup

[@jeffrey3205]

Who's this man with this beard? lol

[@RichBaum]

Jeffrey Rockin the Covid 19 Beard ( or trying to LOL )

[@ronaldov09]

Good grief that's a lot of gear!! Glad it works for you but that's ridiculous for real estate. You must be getting paid a lot of money per shoot to justify all that...and the effort and time to carry all that gear and move it around. Im all about efficiency.

[@RichBaum]

I don't carry that on every shoot and most times I only bring in a camera and 2 lights. As far as efficiency, well I am pretty fast