What's in Your Bag with John Lehmann

'The best way to know a man is to see what he carries everyday'. Is this a real saying? I don't know, but it's going to be for this and future episodes in this series. I want to get to know my guests by looking at what they carry in their daily camera bags when out shooting. My first guest for this series is award winning photo journalist John Lehmann of the Globe and Mail. John shares with us what he carries while working, and why he carries certain items. Thank you so much for watching and for your support with your likes and subscribing to my channel.
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Thanks for watching and happy shooting...

[@unclemonkey4699]

John Lehmann is the master. Used to moonlight working sports and news for a weekly. Getting back into news coverage now that I transition into career 2.0 his process and gear bag review was fantastic. Thank you 8 years later.

[@etjernlund]

I don't usually write comments and never on KZbin material, but I just find Take's videos so delightful. Happy, enthusiastic and nice, but informative and fun to watch. Such a nice break from all the cranky (mostly) men reviewing photography gear. Also, so interesting and fun to hear Mr Lehmann talk about photography as a professional-how gear is important, but as tools. Thank you for these great videos Take.

[@bigheadtaco]

+etjernlund thanks for watching and I appreciate your kind words for both myself and John. Yes, John is the man!

[@larrymccormick3226]

Completely agree with Eric , all your videos are great. Never miss them because they're fun and very informative. I'm a fuji nut and am hoping for a true monochrome from Fuji because I believe they would whoop everyone and in much better retro style. Thanks Take, LarryMac

[@ressikanflute]

Oh man... takes me back to the days working the sideline and dugouts with all that gear. I miss those days.

[@newone757]

John is so awesome

[@jorgegoncalves8417]

This video summs it all up; there are two kinds of photographers, the photographers like the one on the left and the photographers like the one on the right.

[@bigheadtaco]

thank-you for your wisdom. And where do you land between these two types?

[@xjoexedge]

So crazy. So cool to see what's johns bag! Looking forward to seeing others on this in your bag series

[@WMSMr]

John, you need to invite Take along on one of your local assignments. You riff so well together. It would be great to follow you on one of these and hear you guys discussing technique, methodology and kit along the way. Keep 'em coming.

[@JohnLehmannPhoto]

We're hoping to make this happen very soon! Cheers

[@WMSMr]

+John Lehmann Great - thanks, John. Look forward to it.

[@PauloFurtadoi]

That was great, guys! Very informative, down to earth (well, for photography lovers and geeks, at least, he he), so easy to follow. Thank you so much for sharing, not just the gear, but the simple fact that you're wonderful nice people. Hope to see John again soon on the show, I guess we all look up to him in a way, for the brilliant professional that he is. So again, thank you :)

[@WASRT001]

I love watching your work with John Lehmann. Such a professional -- every video is a big learning experience. Thanks so much for taking time to show us the tools of your trade.

[@bigheadtaco]

yes he's great.

[@WASRT001]

You're pretty darn awesome too.....

[@bigheadtaco]

ha ha, thanks!

[@christopherjones6846]

great video. I want John's job. more with him please. Really really good.

[@scrivphoto]

John Lehmann comes over as really nice guy as well as a great photographer.

[@Monkeyshaman]

Excellent.

[@Traveljournalist]

great video, and very good idea to show the pictures of John as an introduction to discover his work.

[@inptn5204]

That was good stuff Take and John! Thanks guys! I've had a Filson coat for years and it's so incredibly tough and durable. I didn't actually know they made bags!

[@mattdayphoto]

Also, another great video, Take.

[@bigheadtaco]

+Matt Day Photo Just checked out your channel. Great stuff too!

[@mattdayphoto]

Thank you so much! I'm flattered to hear that from you!

[@Conversus]

+Matt Day Photo Get a room you two! :p

[@jinuseanfanboy]

Loving the videos recently! Lehmann is great in these too, keep em coming! Thinking about one of those silk straps for my X100T, seem comfy...

[@bigheadtaco]

+jinuseanfanboy the silk strap by Artisan and Artist is just right for the size and weight of the X100T

[@davidb9682]

Great interview. Really interesting content, perfect pace, level of detail and formality. Awesome.

[@namourfilho3101]

I love your videos BHT. You are very good on doing this. Congrats.

[@bigheadtaco]

ha ha, thanks. It's a lot of fun

[@fi5ke]

Great video!

[@PaulMoorhousehankooks]

brilliant information from john.

[@FilmFactry]

You do a very nice show! You are a very good presenter!

[@weizenobstmusli8232]

Great video. Thanks..

[@willparsons32]

BC - Awesome - Vancouver - better still! From BC myself! Great to see "close to home" footage like this on the TUBE. Keep up the great Work! just wondering why he doesn't put his lens caps back on the higher end camera lenses?

[@mattdayphoto]

Love my Filson products. Made to last.

[@MrZombs123]

+Matt Day id like to get one myself.. if they ever got the dang otter green back in stock.. -____-

[@lenkiewitcz]

+Matt Day Didn't like the fact it had no handle like the Hadley Pro but nice materials...

[@richarddelasota1812]

The red shirt is a Filson wool shirt as well. Might as well have the best.

[@lescobrandon3047]

Matt Day - when I was shooting professionally, I settled on numerous Think Tank bags and harnesses. Quality inspired by professional photographers, not snapshooters.

[@crazymankelly]

Lens caps & filter very important protects the glass especially using expensive glass

[@GBO76]

I usually don't really like What's in my bag video, unless the photographer impresses me. And John really is. I really like him. You : it aint cheap. John : I don't know You : what's the pro name of Nikon lenses ? John : I don't know, they're very sharp You : O you're still using the oldest CF cards, because there is a new card... John : (thinking) "I don't know and probably don't care" You : you forgot your lens cap John : I don't use lens cap (pretty sure he doesn't use UV filter either) Plus, John has Filson bags. Thanks BHT. :)

[@stumpycatvm7115]

at 21min taco says, john has geeky flash, john slaps him

[@hahahapao]

i find the "click, click" with his voice intro a bit weird haha

[@AlbertSantoso]

Fun video. I'm a new fan. By the way, I also carry a tablet as backup, with Google Hangout, you can make/receive calls on your iPad via Wifi. :)

[@reed9307]

Wowww, it's so cool, and I like filson!

[@lenkiewitcz]

We need an annual update of both your bags....

[@bigheadtaco]

Good idea. Been planning to meet up with John for a while.....

[@lenkiewitcz]

Would be brilliant, I find it fascinating. On another note you mentioned cycling being another passion. Mine to...would like to hear more, maybe in a vid.

[@DrFearCo]

Hey Take, if you are still looking for a sexy notebook. Take a look at the Midori Travellers Notebook. Pricey but nice and it will fit nicely in your back pocket. You can even put your passport in it when you travel. It's a modular design.

[@bigheadtaco]

always looking to blow money on awesome stationary. I'll take a look, thanks!

[@canturgan]

I don't carry a bag, just the GR around my neck and under my left arm ready and waiting to be maneuvered into position. Spare battery in my pocket, 32GB card. Job done (and no hats). The picture with the cross was very nice.

[@thomashadley4924]

No hats?

[@michaelhinz2389]

What Brand are the Camera Straps that John uses? there used to be a video where John talks about them, but i dont find it anymore... maybe someone can help?

[@romiemiller2485]

Nice bags! I like them. I'm using a Low Pro backpack now, but I'm about to outgrow it with gear. I'd like to find something that'll carry more gear & my 17" laptop.

[@bigheadtaco]

maybe the larger Everyday Backpack 30l will be the right size for your needs?

[@romiemiller2485]

@@bigheadtaco Maybe I'll check.

[@markhou]

Good video! I would swap the d750 with a d500

[@mamboferido4741]

Man, 3 bodies!

[@joashtsw1]

What flash unit is that on your Leica?

[@w44nne]

Which lens is that on your Leica please? Needless to say, a very enjoyable video as always 👍

[@bigheadtaco]

+Wayne G the Minolta M-Rokkor 40mm f/2. It's basically the same as the Leica 40mm f/2 Summicron, both made for the collaboration Minolta CLE and Leica CL rangefinder cameras, both M mount cameras. The major advantage of the Minolta is that the lens is multi-coated, which also became a disadvantage as some models had hazing over time. It's a great lens that is way underpriced for what it can do. I think Japan Camera Hunter listed it in his top 10 unique M-mount lenses. Thanks for watching.

[@WayneGoodmanPhotography]

+bigheadtaco Thanks for the info... Sounds like a very interesting lens; something I didn't realise existed. I picked up an M Monochrom recently and it looks like it suits it very well. My search just turned up a gold plated CLE but at £2.5k, I might leave that :-D The lens alone does look very well priced though so I'm going to try and find one, because, you know, I really need yet another lens :-D Have a great Xmas and new year!

[@Serolf001]

where did he get the pen/card holder for the moleskin??

[@leoleoo9089]

Hi, may i know where can buy bag like you bigheadtaco?

[@bigheadtaco]

It's from Japan by a brand called Baggy Port. I bought it 5 years ago so I don't think it's available anymore.

[@kittyjewel]

he dont use any lighting?

[@PaulMoorhousehankooks]

john means seconds for the discounted bags. stay safe you two.

[@williamying1637]

Please do not talk more than your guest.

[@kevykev555]

They are friends, this was just a flowy fun conversation/interview. I don't feel like Take talked substantially more....

[@MrPhotographerDude]

How comfortable are those cord like straps?

[@bigheadtaco]

some hate them, like John, but I like them....

[@ToddB987]

Cool Vid.. I have a Rolleiflex 3.5f and a Leica M3 with Summicron 50mm DR in my bag right now.

[@renulien]

hi, does anyone kno the brand of strap on the D4s? thanks

[@CeedFX]

John mentioned the brand at 27:01 , it's called upstrap

[@JohnLehmannPhotojournalist]

Up Strap www.upstrap-pro.com

[@gingerkitty4]

lol I still shoot with 2GB iI can only shoot JPG so sad.

[@azizulzulzaha]

gooder! lol

[@huckmoses]

wait, is this..... the dude?

[@knownaigm]

Take is talking a lot because, as a good host, he is asking all the questions we the viewers would probably want to ask. This keeps the interview from trailing off into pure banter. I appreciate what he is doing because I got a lot of information out of it and a lot of questions answered that I wouldn't have if he had just let John tell you what everything is and be done with it. Also, Filson makes killer gear.

[@bigheadtaco]

+no name thanks for the comment. Yes, people do not see the background talk before any interview begins. Some are really talkative and I have to steer conversation back on subject. Other times my guests freeze up and I assure them that I'll do most of the talking. Other times parts are edited out (which my producer does sometimes) and it looks like I'm doing all the talking but I'm not. And yes, other times I talk too much! Ha ha. But thanks for commenting and thanks for watching.

[@thingsnearandfar7123]

"klingon" 😋

[@ts0ngk0]

Be

[@NN-uu9qo]

eyespad.....ipad....eyespad

[@jarrodtabuada7203]

This comment is way too late, but next time please let your guest talk.

[@ronstar7027]

Jeez. What awful video! Who shoots against a bright window as a background???????????

[@lenkiewitcz]

British are pretentious?

[@bigheadtaco]

+Travy Gumbo ha ha, just a light tease. I love the Brits :-)

[@lenkiewitcz]

+bigheadtaco Ha, yeh i guessed it was tongue in cheek...Really enjoying your videos, only just found you so lot's of catching up to do ;)

[@bigheadtaco]

Travy Gumbo thanks for checking out my channel!