The tools I use for street photography.
I believe in keeping things simple — fewer choices means more focus on the work.
Camera Bodies
Fujifilm X-T30 II
My main camera.
Compact, reliable, and built for the way I like to work. The color science is what keeps me coming back. There is something about Fujifilm tones that makes the world feel cinematic without forcing it.
I mostly shoot in aperture priority with Auto ISO. It keeps me responsive. I focus on framing and light instead of settings.
This is the camera I trust for intentional photo walks and long days exploring cities.
Canon 5D Mark II
A proper workhorse from 2008.
This was my first full-frame DSLR. Heavy, solid, unapologetically mechanical.
The files still hold up. There is depth in the images that feels different from modern mirrorless systems. Slower autofocus forces intention. The weight forces commitment.
When I shoot with this camera, I slow down. And that is often exactly what I need.
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T90
The pocket camera.
Weighing around 130 grams, it never leaves my pocket.
Parties. Streets. Quick creative experiments.
It has that early digital digicam look. Direct flash. Slightly harsh colors. Imperfect in a way that feels honest. Our best smartphones cannot recreate it because they try too hard to be perfect.
This camera is about spontaneity.
Fujifilm DL60
Analog, 35mm point and shoot from 1989.
No preview screen. No instant feedback. Just film.
Shooting with this camera changes your relationship with time. You cannot overshoot. You cannot correct immediately. You have to trust your eye.
The delayed gratification makes every developed roll feel like opening a time capsule.
Lenses
Fujifilm 27mm f/2.8 WR
My favorite lens for the streets.
Compact, light, and incredibly sharp.
It keeps the camera small and discreet, which makes it perfect for long walks.
This is the lens I reach for most often.
Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Fuji X
My flexible zoom.
Wide when I need context. Longer when I want compression and separation.
Fast autofocus and strong image quality across the range.
This is my practical choice for varied situations.
Canon EF 50mm f1.8 STM
The classic nifty fifty.
Small, affordable, and capable of beautiful subject separation.
Paired with the 5D Mark II, it delivers that timeless full-frame look.