We are increasingly
being asked what cameras we use for our photography by couples. For
those that want to know the technical details, we use Canon Digital
cameras to shoot weddings. The main alternative, Nikon also make
excellent cameras. As a whole package though, I opted for Canon
digital after having used Hasselblad and Nikon film cameras for 30
years. The reasons for changing to Canon was mainly due to Canon
having a more comprehensive range of lenses, better Post Production
software and Canons earlier commitment to the development of full
frame digital sensors.
So our equipment of choice is high end Canon digital
professional cameras and high end lenses.
We can also shoot weddings on film if desired (Nikon in
this event).
We have a range of fast zoom lenses ("L" glass) and fast
prime lenses to ensure that we have the right gear to deliver the
best results. All of our equipment is not only backed with spare
cameras and lenses to avoid technical problems, even the back up is
backed up with spare kit. We also shoot using infra red cameras
where possible to add an extra dimension to the coverage (see image
below)
We carry several flash units and some studio lighting as
well to cover the event of poor weather meaning that all shots have
to be taken inside. When using flash, we are also one of the few
exponents of the use of ring flash...a technique that gives very
flattering lighting to the subject. This is used as a primary
lighting source or supplementary to existing ambient
light.
We are major exponents of the use of available light which
often offers more natural lighting, harnessing any ambient light
and supplementing it when and if necessary, either with reflectors,
controlled tungsten, LED or flash light