SUMMARY
Photographer Noe Alonzo advocates for owning less gear, detailing how selling most of his camera collection allowed him to shoot more freely and reconnect with playing the guitar. He now maintains a minimalist kit, centered around a Canon R5, a Canon film body, and a Ricoh GR III for travel. Alonzo adopted a 'one lens per focal length' rule, prioritizing vintage lenses he loves and finding his most-used lens for night photography is a slower, adapted option. This approach, he explains, eliminates decision fatigue and sharpens creative focus by embracing constraint.
TAKEAWAYS
Selling excess camera gear can lead to increased creative freedom.
A minimalist kit includes a Canon R5, a film body, and a travel compact.
Adopting a 'one lens per focal length' rule combats gear creep and decision fatigue.
Rediscovering hobbies like playing guitar can be funded by selling unused equipment.