Bhaavya Roy-What’s your go-to camera and lens for outdoor shoots?

Bhaavya Roy:"For me, outdoor photography is all about flexibility, speed, and capturing moments as they evolve in real-time — and my gear reflects that philosophy. I don’t believe in being overburdened by equipment, but I also don’t compromise on quality. My go-to setup is built around the Sony A7R series, particularly the Sony A7R IV and V. These cameras have been my reliable companions for years. They’re compact enough for movement-heavy shoots, yet powerful enough to deliver the kind of resolution and dynamic range I demand — especially when working in unpredictable outdoor lighting.

What I love about the Sony A7R is how it handles contrast-heavy scenes, like shooting against the sun or dealing with reflective surfaces in an urban environment. The detail retention in shadows and highlights is phenomenal. For someone like me, who often shoots both high-end fashion editorials and intimate celebrity portraits on location, that flexibility is everything. When you’re working with natural elements like wind, sunlight, water, or crowds — you need gear that doesn’t slow you down. That’s why Bhaavya Roy trusts this setup to translate a raw location into a polished visual story.

In terms of lenses, I’m deeply attached to the Sony 85mm f/1.4 G Master — it’s my portrait workhorse. There’s something magical about the compression and separation it offers. Whether I’m shooting a close-up of a model with mountains behind her or capturing a Bollywood celebrity walking through a bustling street, the 85mm allows me to isolate the subject with grace and elegance. It creates that dreamy, editorial softness while keeping the details razor-sharp. It’s a lens that’s become part of Bhaavya Roy’s signature style.

When I need more environmental context, especially in fashion or location-driven storytelling, I go for the 35mm f/1.4. It’s perfect for full-body shots that still feel intimate. The 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master is also in my kit — not just for versatility, but for those high-pressure shoots where we’re chasing light and can’t afford multiple lens swaps.

Outdoors, ND filters are a must, especially when shooting wide open during the harsh midday sun. And if I’m shooting sweeping natural landscapes, or trying to emphasize scale, I turn to the 16-35mm f/2.8. It gives that cinematic perspective, especially at golden hour, when the world turns gold and you want to capture every inch of it. READ MORE