Photographing in the Arctic presents unique challenges that go far beyond composition and lighting. Your equipment, your body, and your mind must all be prepared for extreme conditions.
Battery life plummets in cold weather. I carry four times the batteries I would normally need, keeping spares warm against my body. Lens changes are minimized to prevent moisture ingress.
My go-to kit for Arctic expeditions includes the Nikon Z9 for its exceptional cold-weather performance, paired with the 400mm f/2.8 for wildlife and the 14mm f/1.8 for aurora captures.