There is nothing that can compare to the feeling of climbing a mountain or kayaking on a peaceful river. The serenity that comes from nature paired with its beauty is truly remarkable. Adventure photography is a great way to share those experiences through imagery. But, that can come with challenges such as carrying heavy gear or bringing the right equipment. We’ve rounded up some incredible adventure photographers on YouTube who share advice and expertise to help you master adventure photography. Continue to learn and be inspired by subscribing to the Sony Alpha Universe YouTube Channel.

We’ve rounded up some incredible creatives on YouTube who are sharing advice and expertise to help you master adventure photography.

Allison Anderson

Alpha Collective member Allison Anderson shares her interests in travel, photography, minimalism, and life through her YouTube channel. She often creates stunning travel vlogs that give us major wanderlust. We love the video below where she breaks down her top lenses for travel photography. Spoiler alert, the lenses are: the Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master, Sony 24-105mm f/4 G, Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master, Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 G Master II, Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 G Master, and Sony 35mm f/1.4 G Master. We love that she shares examples of when and how each lens comes in handy. This is a great video to check out if you’re about to pack for your next adventure trip! Learn more about her gear in her What's In My Bag article.

Nate Luebbe

Alpha Collective member Nate Luebbe is a fantastic outdoor adventure photographer, filmmaker, and YouTuber. Luebbe’s YouTube channel is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about creating adventure films. In the video below he talks through the Sony 16-35mm f/4 G PZ and how this focal length can be useful on adventures.

The Bergreens

Marc and Brenda Bergreen are a husband and wife duo who work as photographers and videographers. Their YouTube channel focuses on photo and video inspiration, tips, tutorials, gear reviews, and adventure storytelling. In the video below, Marc Bergreen gives the audience a peek in his camera bag to see what his go-to gear is. Marc primarily shoots outdoor adventure sports with a focus on “human powered sports” such as hiking, biking, climbing, and backpacking. His kit typically consists of two Sony Alpha 7 III bodies, the Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master, the Sony 70-200 f/4 G, the Sony 55mm f/1.8 and the Sony 35mm f/1.8. He goes in depth on what he uses each lens for in the video below.

Chris Hau

Chris Hau is a filmmaker, photographer, and creative director from Toronto, Canada. He describes himself as “a creative storyteller crafting innovative and engaging content for the digital landscape.” Creating content specifically for YouTube and Instagram. Hau’s channel includes vlogs, tutorials, reviews, business advice, and more. In the video below he breaks down his go-to gear for travel photography. Spoiler alert, he brings the Sony Alpha 7R III, the Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master, and the Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 G Master.

Chase Christopher

Chase Christopher is a YouTuber who spends time on adventures of many kinds: mountain adventures, car camping, backpacking, and hiking, just to name a few. He makes epic videos of his experiences and shares them with his audience on YouTube. Throughout his adventures, he’s learned a thing or two about what gear works best in the backcountry. He breaks that down in the video below. Christopher describes his go-to camera, the Sony Alpha 7C by stating, “[it’s] my favorite hiking camera. Lightweight but still a full frame powerhouse!” Check out more of his gear advice below.