I was cleaning up my camera bag when I noticed the extra amount of things / junk that I carry around with me that have nothing to do with taking photos. But they are things that I consider to be a part of my kit.
It got me thinking, what do you have in your kit that has nothing to do with photography but you consider an essential part of your bags contents and why?
For me it has to be a packet of hayfever tablets. Why? Well often I work with animals that shed their hair. Some of it really gets up my nose. Hence the hayfever tablets.
I also carry a full set of all possible video lead adaptors and connections. Also part of my work for television.
What about you?
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Camera bag essentials.
Mal
I've got a camera, it's black. I've got some lens, they are black as well.
panamax tablets, film (yes film!), film carton ends (for FA window), old towel, dead batteries and some toys my son has 'posted' in there!
Mal, how big is your bag? (um camera bag...) Jonathan
Paracetemol (I won't be brand specific here)
Various sized cable ties Gaffa Tape / Duct Tape Sewing Kit Cheapo imitation swiss army knife Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?
I have the LowePro Magnum AW - it is what all of the TV guys use. Great bag with heaps of space for extras. Mal
I've got a camera, it's black. I've got some lens, they are black as well.
That was one of the first things to go from my kit. Some lucky security officer at Kingsford Smith airport now owns it  Mal
I've got a camera, it's black. I've got some lens, they are black as well.
my lonely planet French/english dictionary never leaves the bag
i read it when i tire of reading the D2X manual and it's helpful when i'm in France also heaps of work related documents i carry around from work to home since i use my camera bag as my work briefcase too
Good thread, I always wonder if anyone else goes shooting with the 'be prepared' mentality!
I carry a small tube of sunscreen, panadol, camelbak bladder (fits where the laptop should fit) and some protein bars. It doesn't add a lot of weight, and can make the difference between being comfortable and not. 2x D700, 2x D2h, lenses, speedlights, studio, pelican cases, tripods, monopods, patridges, pear trees etc etc
http://www.awbphotos.com.au
Simple and easy to understand:
He doesn't want to hear his other half asking many questions and request to leave earlier  Birddog114
VNAF, My Beloved Country and Airspace
LOL Now there is BLOODY GOOD IDEA.Matt
Wow, I had no idea there are so many drug addicts here carrying paracetemol/hayfever tablets, etc. as part of their bag essentials.
For me, a container of water - either bottle or bladder (as in the Camelbak kind). Usually a first aid follows too. Plus 2 torches, 1 for emergency spare... 
Perfect for in-laws I hear. ROFL Birdy!
They're actually in case I forget my earplugs at *insert loud motorsport event here*, so I don't have do buy another blasted pair! Oh yeah, and what Birdy said.
As I do most of my photography on my own the only non photographic item in my bag is - a blow up doll
Chris
-------------------------------- I started my life with nothing and I’ve still got most of it left
hmm mines kinda long
blue tack zip ties fishing line wire pliers screw drivers lighter pens/paper plastic bags LED torch Metal leaver knife panadol bandages cleaning kit chalk candles hmm
Mood lighting...
I need a bigger bag, currently my Micro 200 can only just squeeze in my lens SB800 a 10 tissues and sometimes a torch. The poor SB-800 isn't even in the padded bit but has to ride on the outside
Nodabs - with this list, you're either a terrorist, or a serial killer!
I'm thinking the "Metal Leaver" is a typo for a "Meat Cleaver"  The plastic bags, bandages and cleaning kit complete the story, I think  
Cheers What's another word for "thesaurus"?
Hmm,
Swiss army knife Ear plugs for the drag racing Mozzie repelant, as they love my UK blood for some reason.. 
Baseball hat Suncream SPF30 Pen and paper Small compass Spray on band aid canister Maglite mini torch And of course some minty fresh chewing gum Nikon F80D, FM2n
RRS BH-55, 055XPROB Smugmug
Impressive list! Most of the time I also pack a camera body and a few lenses
Cheers Steffen.
Hmmm, I wonder if it's the same security officer that has my expensive genuine swiss army knife  Does the name Pavlov ring a bell?
bag fillers for my slingshot 200 AW
1. little black book - of basic tips for beginners
2. small white towell - waving surrender at sports events 3. mobile - "i'll be home soon..ish" or "i'm lost..come and get me" 4. gum - multi use 5. gaffer tape - various 6. map of local area - see #3 7. H20, Can(s) of Coopers - or local equivalent - to enjoy the sunset I just missed. 8. Maos "little Red Book' - good alternative reading to #1
Knew I was odd. Apart from camera gear all I have is two garbage bags - although I usually also take a bottle of water.
Peter
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Garbage bags........mmmm "Clean Up Australia"? Mal
I've got a camera, it's black. I've got some lens, they are black as well.
No - keep the camera and the camera bag dry if it rains (and Yes I have an AW bag) Peter
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A Leatherman multi tool and a 9mm pistol plus 2 clips, although i am not sure how the Leatherman got in there.
Steve.
|D700| D2H | F5 | 70-200VR | 85 1.4 | 50 1.4 | 28-70 | 10.5 | 12-24 | SB800 | Website-> http://www.stevekilburn.com Leeds United for promotion in 2014 - Hurrah!!!
Leatherman multi tool
Cigarette lighter pens/ note paper garbage bags LED torch Sweat towel panadol hay fever drugs bandages Band-Aids alcohol wipes cleaning kit Ear plugs for industrial and music shoots Mozzie repellant with Sun-cream SPF30 sun hat and balaclava eye wash single use Personal alarm Fly net Small change stocking model release forms business cards Then the camera gear  Last edited by Dug on Wed Jan 25, 2006 10:49 pm, edited 1 time in total.
I would definietly be very concerned about the Leatherman and how it arrived, all kinds of trouble could come of it
Heavens forbid! It is no wonder I have trouble getting the quality of images that you guys do I am obviously not prepared
My only extra is a plastic bag (rainrepelling device) Steve
------------------------------------------------------- So many things to do - so little time.
This has been an intersting insight into some of the members of this forum.
I think we can tell a lot about someone by what they carry in thier camera bag! I would still love to hear what little extras some of the other moderators keep in their bags. Last edited by Mal on Fri Jan 27, 2006 8:43 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Mal
I've got a camera, it's black. I've got some lens, they are black as well.
It's sometimes surprising what you find in your camera bag...
Aside from camera stuff, brolly, etc... Inset repellant (a must have!) Hand towel Tissues (nose ones as well as lens ones) Plastic pants (for rainy weather thank you!) pens and notepads 2xTorches (little ones that run on AA's) Little salt container (for leaches, YUK!) Munchies (sometimes fresh ones!) water bottle The good ol' Victorinox knife
rubber bands and those twisty plastic covered wire things (handy) Aka Andrew
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