My travel season is heating up, and I will be in Barcelona until early next week. I did have plans in January to escape the cold weather of Atlantic Canada, but unfortunately, things were not meant to be, and that trip never happened. I like to travel light, as minimizing what’s available benefits my photography. The restrictions allow me to concentrate on getting the photo instead of considering what camera or lens to use.

Today, Fujifilm announced the X100VI, replacing the X100V, the hugely popular camera model that became a social media legend. As more people embraced the exceptional camera and did so quickly, it sold out everywhere, and prices for second-hand examples were sometimes double the value of a new model. People were paying massive amounts to get their hands on an X100V.

Which camera gear purchases have been worth the money? I've had my fair share of regrets in the past, but overall, the good purchases outweigh the bad ones, as I made many purchases years ago that I was so happy with that they are still being used today. Here are five purchases I have made that have been well worth the initial investment.