- A wedding photographer should have at least two camera bodies in case one fails. The main camera body should be a high-quality, full-frame camera. If cost is an issue, renting a camera is always a possibility. The backup camera can be a good entry-level or small sensor camera.
- A wedding photographer should have a variety of lenses. A wide-angle zoom lens in the f /2.8 range will offer shots of the entire church, wedding party and vistas. A wide to telephoto zoom lens in the f/2.8 range offers the flexibility to shoot wide shots but also has the capacity to shoot a close-up portrait. Finally, an image-stabilized telephoto zoom in the f/2.8 range offers the ability to stand further back at the ceremony, yet still capture the important shots.
- A tripod or a monopod is a necessity for a wedding photographer. It offers stability needed in low-light situations.
- A TTL flash will offer a wedding photographer light where and when needed, without having complicated set up. The flash can be attached to anything, such as a column, bookshelf or door frame with a simple clamp.
- Extra rechargeable batteries are important for wedding photography. You might also consider having a battery pack. A sandbag can offer weight to the bottom of a lighting stand or tripod for outdoor shots where wind may be an issue. A light meter can prove invaluable when trying to find the correct white balance for a photo. Finally, a remote radio flash trigger can be helpful when setting up fill flash.
