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Zanele Muholi

  Zanele Muholi: Visual Activist Through the Lens Zanele Muholi is a South African visual activist and photographer whose work powerfully documents and celebrates the lives of Black LGBTQIA+ communities. Known for their striking self-portraits and deeply personal series, Muholi uses photography as both art and activism — challenging stereotypes, confronting injustices, and creating visibility for marginalized identities. Their work is as technically masterful as it is socially urgent, positioning Muholi among the most important contemporary photographers of our time. Camera Gear Zanele Muholi has employed a range of professional gear across their projects, favoring tools that allow precision and intimacy: Nikon DSLR cameras (D800, D850) – For high-resolution portraiture and documentary projects. Nikon D850 Canon EOS 5D and 7D series – Used in earlier projects, providing versatility and reliability. Canon Eos 7D Canon Eos 5D Prime lenses (35mm, 50mm, 85mm f/1.4) – For sh...

Nick Hannes

  Nick Hannes (b. 1974, Antwerp; lives in Ranst, Belgium) is a celebrated documentary photographer and educator. With a background in photojournalism, he shifted toward independent long-form photography—publishing acclaimed books like Red Journey , Mediterranean. The Continuity of Man , Garden of Delight , and New Capital . His work explores urbanization, migration, and globalization across six newly built capitals—astutely observing power, spectacle, and absurdity under the sun. Camera Gear: Precision, Discretion & Speed Nick’s long-term projects demand mobility, minimalism, and responsiveness. While most gear details remain private, credible interviews confirm: Primary Recent Work Cameras : Nikon D850 and Sony A7R III are the main tools he uses for documentary projects. Nikon D850 see it on Amazon Sony A7R III see it on Amazon Earlier Toolkit : During his traditional picture journalism era (e.g. covering local traditions), he reportedly used Nikon D3 and D3x bodie...

Raghu Rai

  Raghu Rai, one of India's most esteemed photojournalists, has utilized a diverse range of camera equipment throughout his illustrious career, adapting to technological advancements while maintaining his distinctive visual storytelling. Early Career: Film Cameras In the initial stages of his career, Rai employed film cameras such as the Agfa Super Silette and later transitioned to Nikon SLRs. During the film era, he often carried two cameras simultaneously—one loaded with black-and-white film and the other with color—to accommodate different shooting needs. Agfa Super Silette Transition to Digital: Nikon DSLRs Rai embraced digital photography in the early 2000s, starting with the Nikon D100 . He has since used models like the Nikon D800 and currently the Nikon D850 , paired with zoom lenses such as the 24–85mm f/3.5–4.5 . He prefers zoom lenses for their versatility, allowing him to capture scenes without changing lenses frequently. Nikon D100 Nikon D800 Nikon D850 Medium ...