SUMMARY
Mike of North Borders documents a day of street photography in Hong Kong during a week-long storm, using a Sony a1 II. He details protecting the camera with electrical tape on the hot shoe and favors the Sony 28-70mm f/2 lens for its versatility. To manage overwhelming scenes, he suggests focusing on specific elements like colors or shapes, and utilizes umbrellas and reflections as compositional assets. The photographer also notes the utility of manual focus for shooting through misted windows and the benefit of the camera's flip screen for low-angle shots.
TAKEAWAYS
Protect camera hot shoe with electrical tape for rain shooting.
Sony 28-70mm f/2 lens favored over wider options for street scenes.
Focus on specific elements like colors or shapes to manage busy environments.
Utilize umbrellas and reflections as compositional tools in wet conditions.