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The Best Photo Gear for Travelers

By Travel + Leisure and Travel + Leisure Staff August 21, 2017
Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.
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Photography Gear - Travel Essentials
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The following photo-centric gear collection has something for everyone, whether you’re a slightly above-average (or even below-average — hey, we’re not here to judge) smartphone shutterbug or a dedicated professional.

We tapped our resident photographers and photo editors to put bags, tripods, accessories, and cameras to the test. Ahead, their favorite photography essentials for every budget and skill level.

Check out the full line-up of 2017’s Ultimate Travel Essentials.
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ONA Leather Prince Street

ONA Leather Prince Street
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The branded bag that came with your camera is a magnet for thieves. This one looks sharp and travels under the radar.

To buy: amazon.com, $389

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Killspencer Precision Pocket Modular Camera Bag

Killspencer Precision Pocket Modular Camera Bag
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Kit out this stylishly spare bag with the matching pockets, inserts, and attachments to suit your gear.

To buy: killspencer.com, $750

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Joby GorillaPod 3K

Joby GorillaPod 3K
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The flexible legs of this travel-ready tripod are designed to wrap around a rail or tree branch without sacrificing sturdiness. It's hardy enough to hold a DSLR or external flash weighing up to 6.6 lbs., and a built-in level will help you shoot straight.

To buy: amazon.com, $80

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Moment Lenses

Moment Lenses
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Snap on Moment's phone case and you can quickly switch between macro, wide-angle, and telephoto lenses for more creative captures.

To buy: shopmoment.com, from $90

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YI 4K Action Camera

YI 4K Action Camera
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As far as action cameras go, this one's a steal. If the clean, unfussy interface, high-resolution video and stills, and long-lasting battery (up to 120 minutes of recording per charge) aren't impressive enough, you can also sync it with your phone via wifi to edit and share right away.

To buy: amazon.com, $249

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Sony WX220

Sony WX220
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The compact Cyber-shot is a big step up from most phones — compare the 10x optical zoom with the iPhone 7 Plus’s 2x — but without a glut of features that’ll overwhelm a beginner. You'll love the low-light performance and the intelligent panorama mode.

To buy: amazon.com, $198

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 4K

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 4K
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This is not your average pocket-sized camera, with its DSLR-like exposure control and crystal-clear Leica zoom lens. It takes stunning macro shots and, most impressively, allows you to refocus after you've taken the photo by tapping the spot you want to sharpen.

To buy: amazon.com, $700

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Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II
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For an entry-level model, this mirrorless camera from Olympus offers a surprising amount of creative control. Hobbyists will appreciate its versatility and lightning-fast, 81-point focus; newbies will love its lightweight retro build and intuitive functionality.

To buy: amazon.com, $799

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MeFOTO RoadTrip Classic

MeFOTO RoadTrip Classic
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This little guy weighs less than four pounds and fits in a carry-on, but can extend to five feet and support your heaviest DSLR setup, up to 17 pounds.

To buy: amazon.com, $199

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Leica X-U

Leica X-U
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It’s waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof, so it can go wherever you do for the same price you'd pay for high-end camera housing. And it has a surprisingly large sensor given its compact proportions.

To buy: amazon.com, $3,295

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GoPro Hero5 Black

GoPro Hero5 Black
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If you need solid sound and don’t want to futz with waterproof housing, this is a step up from our budget pick. It makes smooth, professional-quality video simple to capture and easy to edit on the go.

To buy: amazon.com, $399

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic

Fujifilm Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic
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This surefire crowdpleaser takes colorful, scrapbook-worthy instant photos. It's a step up from the popular Instax Mini 9, with adjustable shooting modes and a high-powered flash that determines brightness by gauging the subject's distance.

To buy: amazon.com, from $113

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Fujifilm X-T2

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Fujifilm has outdone itself with this high-powered unit for the pros. The electronic viewfinder is best-in-class. There are 325 (no, that's not a typo) autofocus points. The shutter is incredibly quick, 14 frames per second, and delivers low-noise shots even with the ISO cranked up to 51,200. It has two SD-card slots to enable the longer shooting sessions required of timelapses and video. Should we go on?

To buy: amazon.com, $1,899

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Canon EOS M6

Canon EOS M6
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If you plan to take both manual shots and quick snaps in auto mode, snag this mirrorless, 24-megapixel camera. The LCD monitor tilts upward a full 180 degrees and downward at 45 to help you see things from a different angle.

To buy: amazon.com, from $779

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DXO One

DXO One
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The best camera is the one you’ll actually take with you, so they say, and the DXO One is the ideal way to travel light and still snap great photos. It fits in the palm of your hand and plugs into your iPhone, outfitting it with the capabilities of an entry-level DSLR.

To buy: amazon.com, $500

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