Personal project - kit list

I know it's Tuesday and I've already started the week, but I wasn't sure of the weight, as a few times a week I go to the gym in the evening straight from work. I carry one bag, everyday. On gym days my gear has to fit in with my gym kit and clean items of clothing. On other days its on its own, however Monday to Friday I also pack some lunch (Tupperware protects that).

So here it is:

This is almost all I need - going with the strobist school of thought. One DX camera body, 18-200mm lens (with rubber hood), a manual speedlight, a flash bender (rogue copy), a pack of rosco gels, batteries and charger for the flash. 

Here's why. I like the 18-200 is not a prime, but out at 200mm it's only f5.6 so at minimum focus distance I can knock the background out nice and soft. It's also a great all rounder and can double up for most situations of my day-to-day.

Now the DX body has a popup flash, which in a pinch can make do as a on axis fill. If I want some directional light that's where the speedlight come in. It can be a slave or I'll use a cheap pt04 remote if needed. It'll definitely have the flash bender attached. Once you use it you'll love it. The rosco gels are a impulse. Not sure if I'll get the chance to use them but they take up a little more space than a pack of gum. Now you might be asking 'what's gonna hold up the flash?', a V.A.L of course! If I've the need to use the flash, I'll have had to do a little planning so they'll be some one to act as a light stand.

I nearly forgot, I've also a bunch of 'moo' mini cards with my details just in case!

Next post will be some results - hopefully!