Jonas Bendiksen: The Storyteller of the Ordinary Jonas Bendiksen (born September 28, 1977, in Tønsberg, Norway) is a documentary photographer known for his intimate, cinematic portrayal of human life in overlooked corners of the world. A member of Magnum Photos since 2008, Bendiksen’s work often blends journalism and narrative, exploring the edges of society with empathy and curiosity. Camera Gear During his early career with Magnum Photos , Bendiksen primarily used medium-format film cameras , notably the Mamiya 7 and Hasselblad systems, to achieve high image quality and tonal depth. Mamiya 7 He later transitioned to digital cameras , most notably Canon EOS DSLRs , including the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and 5D Mark III , for projects requiring mobility and versatility. Canon Eos 5D Mark III For The Book of Veles (2021), he used Sony mirrorless cameras , likely the Sony A7R series , combining high resolution with discreet operation — essential to the project’s mix of rea...
"The camera is an instrument that teaches people to see without a camera" - Dorothea Lange