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Re: Nx1 Wedding photography setup
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Milondon15 wrote:
I'm trying to get into wedding photography and wanted to see if my current setup is sufficient for it. Currently I have Nx1, 16-50s, 45mm, Yn560iii and wireless tigger.
do I need more? I know the 50-150 would useful but I'm hoping to get that abit later. Also, I'm thinking the 85mm might be handy to have.
Is there any other must have lens or equipment?
Have you given any thought to becoming a trainer of lions and tigers
The wedding business is very different from what it was even 4 or 5 years ago. The reason: The Smarphone.
Why: Everyone thinks they are a photographer and many will try to get their shot without regard to anyone else, even a paid wedding photographer.
Being prepared for this will help you at many points during the day's shoot. Problems arise upon arrival to the church, walking down the aisle, during the procession out of the church, entry into the reception hall, etc., etc., etc.
I rely on my monopod and cable release to get my camera over heads when I must.
I also use my tripod which in a sense marks my territory to ward off the smartphone shooters.
The best way to learn how to successfully get the images you are getting paid for is to hook up with a top notch photographer as a second photographer , and even better at first as an assistant so you can get the overall view and flow of a few weddings before becoming a second photographer.
The payoff to you is that, with this experience, you will naturally radiate a self-confidence when you are the Main Shooter and you will attract many referrals just by being yourself. When engaged couples attending a wedding see you perform with confidence they will want to contact you.
To offer yourself as a second photographer you will need a complete back-up system which would include a flash bracket (mandatory), a tripod, monopod, remote shutter trigger, wireless controlled flash and portable light stand, a 10 and 16 extension tubes for ring ( macro shots), batteries, SD cards, and a bag with wheels. Carrying your gear on your shoulder is NOT a professional appearance. Appearance matters 100% of the time.
There are many good books on wedding photography, hard copy and online. Google Steve Sint and get his book.
You have alot of learning ahead of you and remember this: You just have to learn it once.
Hope you find this a bit helpful.