My Camera Bag: Essential Kit for Commercial & B2B Photography

A Day on Location Starts with the Right Kit

Whether I’m photographing colleague profile pictures for a corporate client, documenting an event, or capturing B2B marketing imagery, the right gear makes all the difference. There’s nothing worse than arriving on site and realising you forgot a crucial lens or battery. Over the years, I’ve perfected a kit that balances reliability, flexibility, and portability — and I thought it would be fun to share what’s in my camera bag.

This isn’t a gear brag; it’s a peek behind the curtain for anyone curious about commercial photography, and a way to show how every piece of kit helps me deliver the best results for my clients.

Cameras I Rely On

At the heart of my kit are my Nikon D5 cameras. I love these cameras — the quality is incredible, and the feel, weight, and build make them a joy to use. Both have Nikon WT-6 wireless transmitters attached so I can send images live during shoots — perfect for clients who want instant previews.

I also have a Nikon D4s, which I often set up as a remote camera for events or multi-angle coverage. These cameras give me the flexibility and confidence to cover everything from fast-paced conferences to carefully posed colleague profile pictures.

Lenses – My Workhorses and Specialty Glass

No camera bag is complete without the right lenses. Here’s what I carry:

Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 G AF-S ED – my go-to lens for marketing photography and colleague profile pictures. Versatile, sharp, and perfect for almost every scenario.
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 AF-S G II ED – ideal for events, conferences, and capturing candid moments from a distance.
Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8 AF-S ED – wide shots, interiors, and dramatic angles.
Nikon 50mm AF Nikkor – a classic, lightweight lens for natural portraits.
Nikon 400mm f/2.8 AF-S VR IF ED + 1.4x & 1.7x teleconverters – for sports and conferences when I need distance with uncompromised quality.
Close-up +4 filter – for tight detail shots and creative marketing photography.

Each lens has its place depending on the shoot, but together they give me everything I need for commercial and B2B photography.

Lighting & Support

Lighting is often underestimated, but it can make or break an image. My portable lighting kit includes:

Godox V1N – versatile, portable flash for headshots or events.
Godox AD-300 Pro & AD-100 Pro – continuous or flash lighting for larger setups.
Nikon SB-900 speedlights – tried and tested classics.
XPro-N TTL Wireless Flash Trigger – controls all my flashes remotely, saving time and letting me focus on the shoot.
PocketWizard Plus III triggers – for additional remote control reliability.

I also carry a Manfrotto Xpro Carbon Fibre Monopod and a sturdy, older Manfrotto tripod for stability during events or low-light photography.

Memory, Power & Connectivity

Nothing’s worse than running out of storage or battery mid-shoot:

Sony 120GB TOUGH XQD G-Series Cards – super fast, reliable, and rugged.
Nikon EN-EL18c batteries – spare batteries are essential for a full-day shoot.
Huawei E5577S 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot – lets me upload images live, which is a big hit with clients.
SanDisk Ultra micro SD card 64GB - ensuring my drones have plenty of capacity for content

Drones – The Aerial Edge

For aerial photography and B2B marketing content, I carry:

Being sub-250g drones, they’re easy to use on location and flexible, giving clients amazing aerial stills. Drone video is also available if required.

Bag & Organisation

I carry all my gear in a Think Tank Airport Security V3.0. It’s massive, organised, and protective — though not Ryanair-friendly! My lighting kit rolls in a Godox CB17 bag.

Everything has a place, making setup fast and ensuring I’m always ready for commercial photography, event photography, or a B2B shoot.

Favourite Tools & Workflow Tips

My cameras are my constant favourites, but the small items often make the biggest difference: wireless triggers, sub-250g drones, and reliable memory cards save me and my clients time and stress.

I love having the flexibility to switch lenses, light setups, or even take an aerial shot if it will make the images stronger. Every piece of kit is chosen to deliver results for clients — because high-quality commercial photography isn’t just about looking good; it’s about helping businesses communicate and grow.

The camera bags belonging to Chris Vaughan Photography on Kings Cross Station with an LNER Azusa train in the background.

Shop My Kit

Here’s a quick roundup of the essential items I use for all my commercial and B2B photography:

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