Mike Will's 2026 Camera Gear: Everyday Carry, Travel, Sports, Wildlife, and Car Content Setups with Top 10 Accessories

Mike Will

Summary:

Mike Will details his comprehensive camera gear setups for 2026 across various photography and videography genres, including everyday carry, travel, sports & wildlife, and car content, along with his top 10 essential accessories.

Everyday Carry [0:00:27]

• DB Ramverk Pro 26L Backpack (Black) [0:00:29]
  • Important to get the "Pro" model for tripod straps.
  • Opens from the front for easy access and features two main compartments with additional mini zips for storage.
  • Includes a laptop sleeve on the outside, preferred for design and weight distribution.
  • Contains a removable insert for organizing gear, with a top compartment for cables, contact lenses, Apple AirTags, and spare Sony Tough memory cards.
  • The top section offers space for headphones and easily accessible items.
• Camera Body: Sony A75 [0:00:47]
  • Brand new for 2026, described as an all-round excellent camera.

    

• Lenses:
  • Sony 28-70mm F2 [0:00:53]
    • Became a favorite lens in 2025 for its performance.

      

  • Sony 12-24mm F2.8 [0:01:01]
    • An ultra-wide lens, great for cityscapes and creating scale.

      

    • Used for captivating wide-angle cityscapes and architectural shots.

      

  • Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM II [0:01:17]
    • Completes the focal range from 12mm to 200mm, excellent for low-light photography.

      

• Accessories:
  • DJI Action Cam 6 [0:01:44]
    • Brand new and included for POV perspectives and wide angles, with a magnetic mount.

      

  • Newer Neck Mount [0:02:04]
    • Used for POV reels and showing the shooting process.

      

  • Joby RangePod Tripod [0:03:44]
    • A long-standing favorite for its price and stability.

      

  • Microfiber Cloth [0:03:19]
    • Essential for drying the camera in rainy conditions.

      

  • Apple AirTags [0:02:44]
    • Used to track gear within the bag.

      

  • Sony Tough Memory Cards [0:02:49]
    • Reliable memory cards, always carried as spares.

      

Travel Camera Bag [0:04:17]

• Lowepro Protactic BP 450 AW3 Backpack [0:04:22]
  • A new upgrade for 2026, noted for its boxier style and increased internal room.
  • Features two water bottle pouches, a significant improvement.
  • Rain cover is now a separate accessory, stored in a side panel.

    

  • Side panels also contain hand warmers, a protein bar, a torch, a head torch, a marker pen, and an AirTag.

    

  • Sturdy top with improved accessory space, comfortable foam backing, and a removable waist strap for travel.
  • New handles for easier opening.
• Internal Organization:
  • Back panel includes pouches for various cables (USB-C, USB, Lightning), contact lenses, spare batteries, memory cards, and an Allen key.

    

• Computing: MacBook Pro 16" M1 Max [0:07:14]
  • An older but still capable laptop for editing on the go.

    

• DJI Ecosystem:
  • DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone [0:07:27]
    • Compact, slots nicely into a compartment, with its controller in the top section.

      

  • DJI Power Chargers [0:07:40]
    • Chargers for action cams and 360 cameras.

      

  • DJI 360 Camera [0:07:46]
    • Gaining popularity for travel, offering unique perspectives.

      

    • Captures immersive 360-degree views, ideal for unique travel content.

      

  • ND Filters [0:07:54]
    • Polar Pro ND filters for drones.

      

  • Spare Drone Battery [0:07:59]
    • An extra battery for the drone.

      

  • DJI Osmo Pocket 3 [0:08:04]
    • A compact camera that encourages shooting longer-form videos.

      

    • Used for shooting video in urban environments, reducing the need for larger camera bodies.

      

  • DJI Mic 2 [0:08:27]
    • Provides reliable audio, with a charging case for convenience.

      

• Wearable Tech: Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses [0:09:05]
  • Fun for capturing unique POV perspectives and creating travel stories/reels.

    

• Camera Body: Sony A75 [0:09:23]
  • Considered the best all-around Sony camera, used for travel.

    

• Lenses:
  • Sony 16-35mm F2.8 [0:09:34]
    • Lighter and smaller than the 12-24mm, with an 82mm filter thread for versatility.

      

  • Sony 28-70mm F2 GM Lens [0:09:58]
    • Favorite lens, included in the travel bag for its performance.

      

    • A night cityscape shot showcasing vibrant reflections captured with the Sony 28-70mm F2 GM lens.

      

  • Sony 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens [0:10:14] (alternative)
    • Used when prioritizing video and not needing the f/2 lens, also has an 82mm thread.

      

• Secondary Camera Bodies:
  • Sony A7C II [0:10:36]
    • Excellent travel companion and second body, especially for city time-lapses.

      

  • Sony A7 III (Full Color Spectrum Conversion) [0:10:47]
    • For creative infrared photography, chosen for specific travel destinations like Bali.

      

    • The choice between A7C II for city time-lapses and A7 III for creative infrared photography.

      

• Teleconverter: 1.4x Teleconverter [0:11:29]
  • Used with the 70-200mm lens for increased reach while maintaining good quality.

    

  • Used for capturing distant subjects, demonstrating increased focal length with light trails.

    

• Filters: PolarPro Short Stash Everyday Filter [0:11:53]
  • An everyday filter for versatile use.

    

• Luggage: DB Ramverk Pro Carry-on [0:13:19]
  • Recommended for frequent travelers, includes a laptop sleeve and optional camera gear inserts.

    

• Alternative Drone: DJI Air3s [0:13:57]
  • Taken for specific projects requiring more advanced drone footage.

    

• Personal Items: Crossbody Pouch with a MagSafe phone charger [0:14:17]

  

Sports & Wildlife Camera Bag [0:14:41]

• Camera Bodies:
  • Sony A1 II [0:15:04]
    • Go-to for sports photography (e.g., UEFA Champions League), with 50 megapixels, pre-capture, and 30fps.

      

  • Sony A75 [0:15:15]
    • Second camera body, offering pre-capture, 30fps, and 32 megapixels, with flagship specs in a non-flagship body.

      

• Lenses:
  • Sony 28-70mm F2 [0:15:24]
    • Amazing in low light and fast, often mounted on the A1.

      

    • A Formula E car racing on a track, captured with the Sony 28-70mm F2 lens.

      

  • Fisheye Lens [0:15:34]
    • Enjoyed for unique perspectives in football stadiums.

      

    • A wide-angle view of a stadium locker room captured with a fisheye lens.

      

  • Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM II [0:15:40]
    • Essential telephoto lens for sports, excellent in low light.

      

• Long-Reach Lens (not carried but used):
  • Sony 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens [0:16:05]
    • Borrowed for events, used on the A75 as a second body.

      

    • A football player kicking the ball during a match, demonstrating sports action photography.

      

• Accessories:
  • DJI Action Cam 6 [0:16:29]
    • For POV perspectives and capturing reactions.
  • Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses [0:16:43]
    • For unique, discreet POV footage.
  • DJI 360 Camera [0:16:57]
    • Mounted on top of the camera or a pole for full 360-degree capture of events and reactions.
  • Monopod [0:17:09]
    • Absolutely key for shooting with long lenses like the 400mm.

      

  • DJI Osmo Extension Pole with Stand [0:17:22]
    • Used with the 360 camera for elevated shots.

      

• Wildlife Specifics:
  • 1.4x Teleconverter [0:18:11]
    • Used with the 70-200mm f2.8 to extend reach (to ~298mm at f/4) or with a 400mm lens for even greater focal length.

      

    • A reindeer in a snowy landscape with a sunset sky, demonstrating wildlife photography.

      

  • Sony 16-35mm F2.8 GM II Lens [0:18:37]
    • Useful for landscapes within wildlife photography.

      

Car Content Gear [0:18:50]

• Max Protective Case (30L, IP67) [0:18:54]
  • Brand new for 2026, valued for its durability and top compartments for accessories.

    

    

• Accessories:
  • Walkie-Talkies [0:19:13]
    • An essential for effective communication during car shoots.

      

  • Polarizers [0:19:20]
    • In various filter thread sizes to manage reflections on car surfaces.

      

  • DJI Action Cam 6 [0:19:26] and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 [0:19:27]
    • Used for dynamic shots and unique perspectives.
  • Suction Mounts with Magic Arm [0:19:32]
    • Attaches to car surfaces for detailed video and unique photo angles.

      

    • Dynamic car footage captured from a low angle using a suction mount.

      

  • DJI 360 Camera [0:19:48]
    • For unique, immersive shots.
• Camera Body: Sony A1 II [0:19:56]
  • Preferred for commercial car jobs due to its high image quality (50 megapixels).
• Lenses:
  • Sony 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens [0:20:09]
  • Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM II Lens [0:20:12]
    • A black luxury SUV parked with a city skyline in the background, captured with the Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM II lens.

      

  • Sony 16-35mm F2.8 GM II Lens [0:20:17]
    • Primarily used for wide-angle shots when cityscapes are part of the narrative.
    • A wide-angle shot of a car on a wet city street, highlighting the cityscape.

      

  • Sony 85mm F1.4 GM II Lens [0:20:27]
    • Secret weapon for car content, loved for its unique look.

      

    • A red car driving through a snowy forest, showcasing the look achieved with the 85mm F1.4 lens.

      

Bonus: Live Music Photography [0:20:44]

• Sling Bag [0:20:52]
  • Used for carrying multiple lenses for quick changes.

    

• Godox V1 Flash [0:21:05]
  • Still in use for backstage and low-light concert shots.

    

• Live music event photos:
  • A dynamic shot of a live music concert crowd with a performer on stage.

    

  • A musician performing on stage with pyro effects and "GRENNAN" displayed in the background.

    

Top 10 Camera Accessories [0:21:16]

1. Lens Skirt [0:21:20]
   • Cuts out reflections when shooting through glass.

     

   • The lens skirt in action, attached to a camera and pressed against glass to remove reflections.

     

2. Phone Mount (Hot Shoe) [0:21:31]
   • Attaches to the camera's hot shoe for phone or action cam mounting, enabling cool POV perspectives.
3. Lumecube Light [0:21:40]
   • A must-have portable light for photographers.
4. Chest Mount [0:21:50]
   • Used for clean POV video perspectives with an action cam.

     

5. Peak Design Camera Cuff [0:22:14]
   • Favorite accessory, keeps the camera safe from drops. Requires an Allen key to attach to the camera base.
6. Samsung T9 4TB SSD [0:22:32]
   • Essential for securely storing footage.

     

7. Camera Puffer [0:22:42]
   • Used to clean camera sensors and lenses, maintaining gear hygiene.
8. Prism [0:22:52]
   • Makes a comeback for creative portrait photography effects.

     

9. Creative Filters [0:23:08]
   • PolarPro Warp Filter: Creates a unique halo effect for portraits.

     

   • Star Filters: Adds starburst effects to light sources, enhancing atmosphere.

     

   • PolarPro 135 Series Black Mist & Polarizer: Used for car content and video to achieve a specific cinematic look.

     

10. Headphones / Rode Pod Mic USB [0:23:41]
    • Crucial for voiceover work and ensuring high-quality audio for video productions.

      

    • The Rode Pod Mic USB set up for voiceover work.