The Joys of a Small Camera Bag

If you are anything like me, you have probably found yourself staring at your open camera backpack, paralyzed by the decision of what gear to take and what to leave behind. Perhaps the solution is not to fill that backpack, but rather, to get a smaller bag. This fantastic video essay discusses the many benefits of carrying a smaller bag and why it can be such a freeing experience. 

Coming to you from James Popsys, this insightful video essay discusses the benefits of using a small gear bag. Gear decision paralysis is a real thing, and it can be detrimental to your growth as a creative. Forcing yourself to be selective can bring a sense of clarity to the creative process. If you have ever found yourself looking for the right lens for a scene, rifling through four or five options in your bag, this can be a fantastic exercise. Placing limitations on yourself forces you to work through the problems imposed by the restrictions, and in doing that, you often develop stronger and more focused ideas and a wider gamut of techniques that can use down the road. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Popsys.