In the bag
David Fieldhouse is a landscape photographer based in Staffordshire. He is a regular contributor to a number of magazines. Visit his website at www.davefieldhousephotography.com
Fujifilm X-T2
This was purchased as a light alternative to my DSLR kit for long walks or wild camps. Having been blown away by the image quality and usability of the camera it soon became my number one choice. I have since sold all my DSLR kit to buy more Fujifilm equipment.
Fujinon 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM IOS WR and Teleconverter XF 2X TC W
Although this is a heavy lens, it oozes quality. It is ideal for picking out details from a distance, or for compressing the landscape. The teleconverter simply doubles the range of the lens for when I want to get even closer. This saves carrying an extra lens, while only sacrificing a couple of f-stops.
Fujinon 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR
The 16-55mm is a great wideangle lens and is fitted to my camera most of the time. It’s perfect for capturing wide vistas and at f/2.8 it’s very quick, which makes it ideal for handholding in poor light.
Selection of filters
I use filters a lot less since acquiring the Fujifilm but if there’s room, I like to have them with me. I tend to only use the Big and Little Stoppers for coastal work, but the polariser can be useful in a number of situations, and really comes into its own in the autumn.
Spare batteries
I find that the Fujifilm does get through batteries quickly, so it’s worth having a few spare in your bag (especially during the colder months). Although I haven’t yet had to change memory cards halfway through a shoot I always carry a spare just in case.
Cleaning cloth/blower
There is no point spending hundreds of pounds on equipment and then shooting with a dirty lens. I try everything to keep my gear clean and always pack a couple of glass-cleaning cloths and a blower.
List of kit Fujifilm X-T2, Fujinon 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR, Fujinon 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM IOS WR & Teleconverter XF 2X TC W, selection of filters, spare batteries, cable release, cleaning cloth and blower, hand warmers, map, flask and food.