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Pau Buscató

  Pau Buscató is a Barcelona-born street photographer now based in Oslo, Norway. Widely admired for his surreal, humorous, and often poetic compositions, Buscató has carved out a unique place in contemporary street photography by capturing fleeting moments that seem almost too perfect to be real — visual coincidences, playful alignments, and subtle absurdities that reveal themselves only to the most attentive eye. But what's most remarkable is not just what he captures — it’s how he captures it: with minimalist tools and a deep reliance on instinct, patience, and awareness. Philosophy First: Why Less Is More Pau Buscató believes in reducing distractions and allowing vision to take the lead. He emphasizes that street photography is not about chasing gear, trends, or presets—it’s about being fully present , visually alert , and open to the surprises of everyday life. “I try to go out every day to shoot. I want to keep my eye trained and sharp. Most of the time I come back with n...

Argus Paul Estabrook

  Argus Paul  Estabrook favors a compact, high-quality street photography setup , prioritizing portability, reflection-driven aesthetics, and creative flexibility: Core Cameras Ricoh GR : A top choice for Estabrook’s metro and street work—praised for its razor-sharp lens, pocket-size convenience, and quiet operation . Ricoh GR See it on Amazon Leica CL : Occasionally used for its superb image quality and discreet form factor—perfect for candid, reflective scenes in low-light. Leica CL He focuses on carrying just one camera, one lens, and a flash , following a minimalist yet deliberate shooting philosophy. Technical & Creative Style Shoots extensively in low-light conditions (like Seoul metro) leveraging: Drag shutter , lens blur, and motion trails to inject movement and emotion Hot, direct flash to outline shapes and highlight subjects in reflections His intention isn’t purely capturing decisive moments but creating poetic, layered imagery using reflections, a...

Richard Koci Hernandez

  Richard Koci Hernandez Richard Koci Hernandez is a pioneering mobile-first street photographer whose kit prioritizes portability, immediacy, and diversity: iPhones (Pocket Essentials) Carries three iPhones simultaneously—models include an iPhone 3G , iPhone 5 , and iPhone 5S. iPhone 5S He treats them like pro camera bodies: instant availability, different characteristics, and always-ready backup Ricoh GR Digital His only “traditional” compact camera—used for sharper, low-light shots where iPhones fall short Valued for its sharp lens , minimal shutter lag , and pocket-friendly size. Ricoh GRIII Google Glass Wears Google Glass as a wearable camera: surprising image quality and stealthy capture (triggered by a wink). Google Glass Other Cameras (Experimental Additions) Advocates using a “full jar of brushes”: Polaroids, toy cameras, disposable cameras, plastic cameras—exploring different visual textures. Recently mentioned using a Sony HX99 (ti...

Tatsuo Suzuki

  Tatsuo Suzuki, a prominent Japanese street photographer, is renowned for his high-contrast black-and-white images that capture the raw energy of Tokyo's streets. His gear choices reflect his dynamic and immersive shooting style. Camera Gear Fujifilm X100 Series : Suzuki primarily uses the Fujifilm X100F , a compact mirrorless camera with a fixed 23mm f/2 lens (equivalent to 35mm in full-frame terms). He finds this setup ideal for his street photography, stating, "I use Fuji X100F. For me, it fits pretty good for my street shooting style." Fujifilm X100F Ricoh GR : Suzuki has also been know to use the Ricoh GR range of cameras. Fujifilm X-E2 : Earlier in his career, Suzuki utilized the Fujifilm X-E2 , another mirrorless camera known for its portability and image quality. This camera was notably used during his black-and-white explorations of Tokyo's urban life. Fujifilm X-E2 Nikon D70 : Suzuki began his photographic journey in 2008 with a Nikon D70 , markin...