Why Better Gear Doesn’t Always Mean Better Images

Is your camera really the thing holding you back, or is that just what we’ve been taught to believe?

In this episode of Mother, Baby & Us, we unpack one of the most common misconceptions in photography: that better gear automatically leads to better images.

We talk honestly about why so many photographers feel stuck, frustrated or tempted to upgrade their equipment before they’ve truly learned to use what they already own. From entry level cameras to professional bodies, we share real world insight from years of photographing maternity, newborn and family sessions, and explain what actually makes the biggest difference to your work.

This episode covers:

- Why new gear often feels like the solution

- The skills that matter more than camera bodies and lenses

- How learning light, posing and intention impacts your images far more than specs

- When upgrading your gear does make sense

If you’ve ever wondered whether your camera is the problem or felt pressure to invest in expensive equipment before you’re ready, this conversation will help you refocus on what really moves your photography forward.

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Chapters

00:00 — Intro

00:34 — Where Gear Myths Come From

04:29 — Gear Does Matter, Just Not In The Way You Think

07:39 — Practise Is Magic

13:45 — What Actually Improves Your Images

22:05 — When Gear Does Matter

26:25 — How To Know When It's Time To Upgrade

28:05 — Proving Our Point

30:17 — Outro

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Abigail Lewis Photography are an international award winning, Maternity and Newborn Specialist photography team. Focusing their time and experience in creating breathtaking artwork that will be treasured by your growing family for generations to come. Abigail is the force behind the camera, immortalising your memories and Kristie is Creative Director, ensuring your experience and needs are met. Together they work as one to make sure your journey into parenthood and beyond is empowering and unforgettable.