Jerry Ghionis' Research Tips and Gear for Outdoor Portraits

While the photographer's skill and technique make a portrait great, understanding how to plan and what gear you need is a vital aspect of photography. Nikon Ambassador ‪@JerryGhionisPhotography‬ shares how to plan for your shoot and his thought process behind his gear selection, as well as discussing what options might work for you, whether your setup is minimal or in “beast” mode.
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More from Jerry Ghionis
- www.jerryghionis.com/
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Cameras
- Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera: bhpho.to/47TRABm
- Nikon Z6 II Mirrorless Camera: bhpho.to/3OtWGwp
Zoom Lenses
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S Lens: bhpho.to/3VNzMCh
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens: bhpho.to/4662jar
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Lens: bhpho.to/3NUNv8H
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Lens: bhpho.to/47S9Kn5
Prime Lenses
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lens: bhpho.to/3KZFrB2
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S Lens: bhpho.to/3VS3jL9
- Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Macro Lens: bhpho.to/43Poj7W
Other gear
- Westcott 20" 5 - in - 1 Reflector: bhpho.to/3KZfvWk
- Benro GD3WH 3-Way Geared Head: bhpho.to/45qmaAV
- Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod: bhpho.to/44qhg5H
- Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-M Softbox: bhpho.to/2sHXPW6
- SanDisk Professional G-RAID Shuttle: bhpho.to/2TuiI8i
- BlackRapid Delta Camera Sling Strap: bhpho.to/2UHiwk4
- Hollyland Mars 4K Wireless Video Transmission System: bhpho.to/3QBAJKE
- Atomos Ninja V 5" 4K HDMI Recording Monitor: bhpho.to/42hAB8P
- Think Tank Photo Airport Security V3.0 Carry On: bhpho.to/3QsMk14
0:00 Prepping, Location Scouting
2:37 Cameras & Lenses
7:57 Jerry’s Gear Advice
9:45 Reflectors, Tripods, Modifiers & More
11:40 What's Next
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[@BandH]

What portrait gear is on your list?

[@josephchan4198]

Awesome!! Good refresher course and some gear Nikon has. Great work by the photography and team.

[@bobbullethalf]

The Nikon Z 85 1.8 is a fantastic lens. I don't leave home without it.

[@romiemiller7876]

I agree with the 24-129 as the go-to lens. That's what I use, and it works well for me.

[@MartinV.]

Great Video!!

[@micknificent]

Canon RF 28-70 f.2.0, RF 50mm f/1.2, and the EF 85mm f/1.2 with the EF to RF adapter.

[@JohannesS]

You man the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.0, right?

[@micknificent]

@@JohannesS Yes. I meant the 2.0. Thank you for catching that.

[@johnw.3636]

Tamron now has a 35-150mm f2-2.8 lens.

[@tedhelm]

Two questions, what is that gear bag that you are using, and there is something on top of your camera when you are shooting, what is that. Thank you

[@BandH]

Jerry is using the Hollyland Mars 4K Wireless Video Transmission System, which is transmitting to the Atomos Ninja V. The bag next to him is the Think Tank Photo Airport Security V3.0 Carry On. You can find them linked in the description if you are interested!

[@SpotBentley]

If what you are saying is important for us to hear, than let us hear it. Get rid of the annoying, distracting, and unnecessary background music.

[@MartinV.]

Great Video!