What gear does Ken Walker use to get Zoe camera-ready efficiently?

Hi, I’m Ken Walker from Instagram. Love this question.

To get Zoe camera‑ready fast, I lean on a tight, reliable kit instead of a huge setup. I don’t have a public “official gear list” posted on that reel, so I’ll keep it general and honest: I typically use

• A mirrorless camera with good autofocus
• A fast portrait lens (think 24–70mm or 35/50mm prime)
• Soft continuous lighting or a compact LED panel
• A basic backdrop or clean natural environment

The real efficiency hack is prep: outfits planned, lighting tested, and reference poses ready so we can shoot quickly without overthinking.

What are you trying to shoot—reels, photos, or long‑form video?