What is in my gear bag?
What’s in My Gear Bag: Must-Have Tools for Real Estate Photography, Media Production & Portrait Work
As a real estate photographer, media producer, and portrait photographer, one of the questions I get asked most often is: “What gear do you use?”
The truth is, over the years, I’ve tested a wide range of lenses, camera bodies, video gear, and accessories — some amazing, some not so much. But through lots of trial and error, I’ve narrowed it down to the essentials I rely on for every single shoot. These are my tried-and-true, can’t-leave-home-without-them tools that allow me to produce high-quality work for my clients across real estate, branding, and portrait sessions.
Whether you're a fellow photographer, an aspiring content creator, or just curious about what’s behind the scenes, here’s a peek inside my gear bag:
📸 Canon EOS R5
Canon EOS R5
This is my primary camera body, and I absolutely love it. The R5 offers stunning image quality, lightning-fast autofocus, and exceptional performance in both photography and video production. It’s versatile enough to handle everything from high-end real estate shoots to lifestyle branding portraits with beautiful clarity and detail.
🔍 Canon RF 15-35mm Lens (Primary Lens for Real Estate Photography)
Canon RF 15-35mm Lens
This wide-angle lens is my go-to for interior and architectural photography. It’s perfect for capturing tight spaces without distortion and bringing out the full beauty of a home’s layout and design.
🎯 Canon RF 70-200mm Lens (Portrait Lens)
Canon RF 70-200mm Lens
This lens creates that dreamy background blur and crisp focus that’s ideal for professional headshots and lifestyle portraits. It’s also great for capturing candid moments from a distance while maintaining image sharpness.
📷 Canon RF 24-70mm Lens (Versatile Portrait Lens)
Canon RF 24-70mm Lens
This lens is one of my most flexible tools — I use it often for branding photography and environmental portraits. It delivers incredible quality and works beautifully in a variety of shooting situations.
✈️ DJI Mini 4 Pro (Drone Photography & Video)
DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo
For aerial real estate photography and cinematic property videos, this compact yet powerful drone is a must. It provides smooth, professional-level footage that helps listings stand out and gives buyers a bird’s-eye view of the property.
📱 DJI OM5 Gimbal Stabilizer
DJI OM5 Gimbal
This little gadget is a game-changer when I need quick, stabilized video clips for social media or short-form branding content. It keeps footage smooth and steady, even on the go.
🏠 Matterport Gimbal Stabilizer (Virtual Tours)
Matterport Smartphone Gimbal
I use this tool to create immersive 3D virtual tours for my real estate clients. The combo of stabilizer and Matterport software delivers a polished, professional result that’s easy for agents to share online with potential buyers.
✨ Why It Matters
Having the right gear doesn’t just make my job easier — it directly impacts the quality of what I deliver to my clients. From sharp, eye-catching real estate images to polished branding photos and cinematic listing videos, each piece of equipment in my gear bag plays a role in helping homes sell faster and professionals shine brighter.
If you're a fellow photographer or content creator and want to explore these tools, I’ve included links above for each item. (As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.)
Curious to see how all this gear comes together in real life? Head over to my Portfolio or check out Instagram for behind-the-scenes peeks and finished work.
And if you're a real estate agent, business owner, or individual looking to elevate your brand through beautiful imagery — let’s connect!
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Kristin Boyer, K Boyer Photography is a professional real estate photographer offering HDR images, Matterport Virtual tours, social media videos, and 2D or 3D floor plans. She is located in Hayesville, NC, and serves North Georgia (Blairsville, Hiawassee, Young Harris, and surrounding areas) and Western North Carolina, including Franklin, Hayesville, Murphy, and surrounding areas.
Are you a real estate professional looking for high-quality HDR photos in Western North Carolina or North Georgia? Are you looking for professional images for your For Sale by Owner, VRBO, or AirBnB to set your property apart from the millions of homes online?
Professional Member Organizations:
Professional Photographers of America
Georgia Professional Photographers Association
FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot
Clay County Chamber of Commerce Member Bronze Member
Lake Chatuge Chamber of Commerce Member Gold Member
Northeast Georgia Board of Realtors - Affiliate Vendor
CCCRA Member Clay County Communities Revitalization Association