My Gears

My Gear & Resources

As a travel film maker, I’m constantly looking for ways to minimize my travel costs. So, here I’ve put together a list of resources that I constantly use while travelling to help you travel better, smarter and lighter

The resources listed below are the same ones that I use when travelling.

These websites, apps, gears and accessories helped me save lots of money and time each time I go to a new destination.

From booking cheap accommodations to finding the right software, everything is listed below.

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What Camera do I use?

The question almost everyone asks me is what camera do I use.

I started Vlogging with my Mobile camera but within a few months, I upgraded to an Action Camera. I wanted a cheaper option than GoPro but wanted a comparatively good quality output. After weeks of research, I ended up on Xiaomi Yi 4K.

Now Yi 4K serves as my go-to camera for all the adventure and underwater shots and for all the main vlogging purpose I have my Canon G7X Mark II.

Whenever I’m in need of a DSLR I would lend a Canon 200D or Canon M50 from my friends. (Its always good to have some photographer friends around 😉 )

I must say both the DSLR are very compact and Lightweight which makes it very comfortable while travelling.

Yi 4K Action Camera

I Prefer this cam for all my action shot, let it be trekking, underwater, while driving bike, cycling etc. It’s Rigid and easy to carry around and can be mount anywhere we want.

Canon PowerShot G7x Mark ii

This is the main camera I prefer to use for Vlogs. It’s Super Compact, easy to carry, easy to play around and it gives amazing output.

Sony A7 Mark iii

This Full Frame Mirrorless is my go to Camera for all my Professional work.

Sony 28-70mm E-Mount

Full Frame zoom Lens for A7 III

Camera Accessories

It’s always necessary to have the right pieces of equipment for the right shot. So, here are few of my equipment

Monopod

I personally prefer using a monopod when vlogging because it’s sturdy and it gives me leverage to extent the camera away from me or keeps it close without taking help from others

Yi 4K Accessories

Accessories that I use With my Action Camera. I bought a whole set together.

You may not be using all the mounts so you can also buy them individually. The mounts I would suggest to have are Waterproof Case, Helmet mount, chest mount, Head mount.

Boya BY-M1 Lavalier Mic

A Budget Friendly Mic which can be attached with camera, laptop and Mobile

Boya BY-MM1 Shotgun Mic

Good for Vlogging and cheaper as well

Storage & Power Backup

It’s always unpredictable while travelling. I always carry 2 power banks ( one for my mobile & one for my camera).

For capturing all the beautiful pictures and video I need High-speed storage devices both for camera & external hard disk.

Lenovo External Hard Disk

External Hard Disk to store Data On the Go

Samsung EVO + Memory Card

Since both the camera support high-speed Memory card, I prefer this card. Its been one and a half years and it’s still working like a charm.

Asus Power Bank 10050mah

Canon G7X mark ii can be charged via USB. So, I always carry around a power bank charged just for that

Travel Accessories

I always prefer to travel lightweight and carry items that can u used for Multiple purposes. These are few accessories I always carry along

Quechua Bag

This bag is quite sturdy and served me well for my last few trips. I just bought it recently so will update about it in future

Foldable Bag

This is a must-have for small hikes and an easy to carry small bag. The best thing I liked about this bag is it folds up and literally fits my fist.

Trousers Multi-Purpose

Travelling lightweight is always my preference. These trousers help me save space for a trouser and short. Yes, it’s zipper trousers which can be worn as shorts as well as long trousers. Though it is a bit expensive it’s worth every penny.

Puma Running Shoes

Helped me a lot while trekking. It’s lightweight and very comfortable

Mi Band 4

This fitness tracker helps me track my daily routine. Especially when I’m back home after travelling, sitting at the editing table for long it helps me remind for being ideal for long, it tracks my sleep, steps and also helps me wake up by vibrating.

Apps I use while travelling

I always prefer to travel lightweight and carry items that can u used for Multiple purposes.

Google Map

Guiding Map

Rome2rio

This app show which is the best possible way we can travel from one destination to another. It shows fare, distance and the mode of transportation. It’s very helpful when you are in a new location.

Where is My Train

It shows train running status that too offline in a really beautiful interface. If you travel by train then its a must have.

Red Bus

When there is no option left after Flight and train then comes bus and Redbus is where I search for Bus.

Ixigo Train

For checking train status, availability and PNR status I prefer to use this app

Make My Trip

I prefer MMT for cheap hotel bookings. Usually, they have good offers.

If not I go for Goibibo or Oyo. At the end where ever it’s cheap, I prefer that 😉

Trip Advisor

To check a detailed review about a place or to get some genuine review from people Trip Advisor is a one-stop destination

Ola

Preferable best when you are in a city and I noticed a slight less fare in Ola compared to other cab apps so I prefer this.

Via.com

I find the cheapest flight here

Software I use for editing my videos and photos

These are the software I spend hours upon creating content for my Youtube, Instagram and other social media.

Adobe Premiere Pro

The Best Video Editing software I ever used. At first, it may look like rocket science but once you start using it you will fall in love with it.

Adobe Lightroom

All photos on my Instagram and on this site are edited on Lightroom.

Adobe Photoshop

An all in one Photo editing tool

Canva

An amazing tool to create social media post

Wondershare Filmora

If you are just starting with Video editing then Filmora is the easiest video editing software to start with. I started with Filmora but now I switched to premiere pro.

Audacity

A free audio editing Software

SnapSeed

Edit photos directly from your phone on the go

YouCut

A Simple Video editing app for mobile

Camtasia

The best Video editing software of creating tutorial videos

I hope all the resources mentioned above may help you while travelling or creating good content.

If you got any other queries to ask, just drop me a DM on my Instagram

Disclosure: Some of the links on this page are affiliate links (to Amazon.com and other affiliates), meaning that if you decide to make a purchase, at no extra cost to you, I will earn a small commission. That being said, everything I recommend on this page is because I use it now, or have used it previously, and recommend it. Thank you!