360 degree cameras represent the next big step in how we capture our world on film, since the advent of digital cameras. With the popularity of Facebook live and Youtube 360, they have gained increasing traction and are perhaps the most fun you will ever have with a camera. If you havent yet explored this […]
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Bragpacker Reviews: Nikon Coolpix AW130
by Mili Semlani onThe Nikon AW series has been a competent and popular choice for rugged, weather-proof cameras for a while. The latest of this series – the AW130 is an evolution of it’s previous avatars where minor but important tweaks have been made to the AW120, so as to continue being among the front runners in this […]
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How many megapixels do you really need in your camera?
by Mili Semlani onCamera shopping or looking for a new smartphone, the M word is inevitable. And by that we not only mean money but the coveted Megapixel. Like calories, megapixels are a measure of quantity, not quality. While a certain number of megapixels is important it is not the only way to tell if the camera is […]
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What to pack for the Himalayan Hike this summer
by Mili Semlani onThe Indian summer is harsh, even unbearable. But it brings respite in two awesome ways – mangoes and the snow capped peaks in the Himalayas. The joy of trekking on these peak is unmatchable. However, this is one place where you need to be equipped to the hilt for the unforeseen. The Bragpacking guide to […]
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Bragpacking Ladakh: What to Pack, Eat, See, Do
by Mili Semlani onYou don’t need a visa to visit this paradise but you certainly need to prep right. Barren valleys, deep blue skies and a multitude of stars amidst snow-capped peaks, thy name is Ladakh. Check out the quintessential Bragpacking guide to Ladakh. What to Pack Deuter Aircontact 55 lit– Your bag is your best friend […]
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How to take awesome travel pictures with your smartphone
by Mili Semlani onUsing a DSLR camera is not everyone’s cup of tea. Nor is it handy for adventurous trips, treks etc. While the Go Pro, has largely resolved that issue, the humble smartphone (travelling without which is nearly unimaginable) is still the most popular gadget people pull out to take pictures. With an almost unbelievable amount of technology packed […]
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How to protect your camera & take great pictures during Holi
by Mili Semlani onHoli hai! While this riot of colours is the funnest festival we have, Holi is also a celebration that doesn’t spare anyone. Not even your camera, for that matter. While you can survive the toxic dyes and water soaked goodness, you camera probably won’t. Thankfully there is always a way out. Cameras are sensitive and expensive gadgets thus […]
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5 travel photography tips for swoon-worthy clicks
by Mili Semlani onThere is no denying that picture perfect postcards on Facebook and Instagram make for much travel inspirations. For the ones bitten by wanderlust, a mere image of a serene beach in a faraway island is compelling enough to start flight searching. It is then about time that when you get there, you get that perfect swoon-worthy […]
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Five Absolute Essentials To Carry For The Chadar Trek
by BRAGPACKER onA challenging, and for seasoned trekkers, the most exciting trek in India is finally open for business! The Chadar trek connects villages in the Zanskar valley with Chilling along the frozen Zanskar River. If the idea of walking over frozen river ice with a large pack on your back and very cold rushing water a […]
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