Travel Photography is a funny thing. Just when you think you have the perfect system some situation arises to make you think the contrary.
I have always tried to make my list of accessories that I carry fairly light and compact.

Over the years I have tried new things that I liked and ones that I did not. Some things that have stuck around are my trusty Mac Book Pro (although it has been upgraded through the years), my filter kit which includes a polarizer, UV, graduated ND’s and ND’s and Zip Lock Bags; these may seem silly but in a humid and rainy country these have saved my gear more than once.

For this trip to Central Asia I have opted to try out a few new accessories which I have listed below:

1. Belkin Mini Surge Protector and USB Charger: This was a must have piece of equipment for photographers. With all of the things that need charging like camera batteries, Iphone, Laptop and P&S batteries I needed something that I can use to charge everything at once as most small guesthouses only have one outlet. This fits the bill perfectly.

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2. 4 in 1 Mini usb 2.0 Card Reader: I found these little card readers on Amazon.com and ordered 4 of them. They had great reviews and as long as they are looked after should last me at least the trip. It sure beats having to download straight from your camera, plus if I have to go to an internet café, I don’t have to lug my camera with me. I can just tuck this card reader into my pocket and upload all of my photos.

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3. Lowepro Terraclime 100: I was looking for a bag that would allow me fast access to my camera, could carry some accessories and was discreet. All of these criteria are met by this bag. It comes with a padded envelope for your camera and a zipped pocket inside for memory cards etc. The only pain I have found so far is the buckles on the front. What were they thinking?

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4. Rocket Fish Travel Mouse: Not too much to say here I went with a wired one just for the durability. You really can’t do all your editing just on that little track pad. You may not think you need it but trust me I wouldn’t travel without one. I can edit my photos and work with adobe lightroom  for hours on end without cramping my hand.

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5. Giottos U-Pod QU200 Mini Tripod: Having used many mini tripods for my photography in the past none really have made an impression on me. When I found this one I was excited. It had the versatility that I like as well as being small and light. A tripod should be a part of every photographers kit. But if you are traveling for an extended time and plan on climbing mountains, trekking, and crossing countries by horseback you better have something light and durable. We will see how this one measures up.

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So there you have some of the new photography accessories I will be trying out on this epic journey. Of course my camera kit consists of more than what you see here but these are additions that I feel will help make my trip easier and more comfortable. Travel photography can be demanding and having the right accessories with you can hep ease that burden even a little. A comforting thought when you are lugging your gear up to Everest Base Camp. Central Asia has many different challenges so it will be interesting to see what makes the grade and what doesn’t.

If you want to see what other photography and electronic equipment I have taken with me, check out my post at theplanetd.com Electronics While Traveling, A burden or a Blessing

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