Learning paths
Start here for your type of photography
Four curated reading lists — one for each type of photographer. Start with the one that sounds most like you, then take the quiz to find your kit.
Portrait & people
Sharp eyes, soft backgrounds
You want photos of people that feel real — not stiff, not over-lit. You care about expression, light, and that blurry background that separates your subject from the world behind them.
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Recommended kit
The portrait specialist
Sony A7C II + FE 85mm f/1.8
Travel & vacation
One bag. Every shot.
You want to travel light and come home with photos that do justice to what you saw. Weather resistance, versatility, and not looking like a professional photographer in a crowded market.
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Recommended kit
The adventure kit
OM System OM-5 + 12-45mm f/4
Video & content creation
Footage worth publishing
YouTube, social media, or just better holiday videos. You need reliable autofocus that tracks faces, a flip screen you can actually see, and 4K that doesn't overheat after 10 minutes.
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Recommended kit
The travel creator
Fujifilm X-S20 + XF 18-55mm f/2.8
Street & everyday
Fast, quiet, decisive
The camera you actually have with you is the best camera. You want something small enough to carry everywhere, fast enough to catch moments, and discreet enough not to change how people behave around you.
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Recommended kit
The street shooter
Fujifilm X-T30 II + XF 23mm f/2