Item identity
- Brand and model
- Serial number
- Category
- Item photo
- Condition
Camera gear records for insurance preparation
Turn the camera bag into a documented inventory before you need to prove what was inside.
Keep item photos, serial numbers, receipts, purchase details, current estimates, warranty files, locations, and service history together, then export a record for an insurance conversation.
Free for 25 items. No credit card required.
A memory of what you owned is not the same as a record of the exact item, its value, and the evidence attached to it.
Document the item while it is still on your desk
Insurance preparation is ordinary recordkeeping done early: identify the item, attach evidence, keep the value current, and know how to export it.
- 01
Photograph and identify
Add a clear item photo, brand, model, category, serial number, condition, and any distinguishing note.
A record that points to one specific physical item.
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Attach proof of ownership
Store the purchase date, seller, price, receipt, warranty, and supporting documents with the item.
Evidence that does not depend on finding an old email during a stressful week.
- 03
Review the value
Keep the purchase amount and current estimate separate, and update the estimate when the collection or market changes.
A dated inventory total with item-level values and the assumptions behind them.
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Export and discuss coverage
Create an inventory record to review with an insurer or broker, and ask what evidence, limits, exclusions, and valuation method apply to your policy.
A prepared conversation, not a promise that a claim will be covered.
Keep the evidence connected to the collection
The dashboard holds the inventory total and item mix. Search reaches the exact record when an insurer asks about one camera or lens.
See the documented collection
Review item count, value, categories, recent changes, and equipment that still needs attention.
Reach the exact item record
Search for the body or lens, then open its serial number, documents, photos, purchase details, and service history.
The record should separate facts from estimates
Serial number and receipt establish identity and purchase history. Current value is a separate estimate that may require insurer guidance or outside appraisal.
Purchase evidence
- Purchase date
- Seller
- Purchase price
- Receipt
- Warranty file
Value record
- Current estimate
- Estimate date
- Currency
- Valuation note
- Collection total
Risk context
- Home location
- Current location
- Loan status
- Service history
- Export date
Example inventory extract
Primary camera kit
A concise output for a coverage review. Item names, identifiers, and values below are fictional examples.
| Item | Identifier | Evidence | Current estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-frame camera body | CAM-0017 | Photo + receipt | $2,300 |
| 24-70mm f/2.8 lens | LEN-0042 | Photo + receipt | $1,650 |
| 70-200mm f/2.8 lens | LEN-0048 | Photo + warranty | $2,050 |
| On-camera flash | LGT-0011 | Photo | $325 |
GearDex organizes records. It does not sell insurance, set policy terms, appraise equipment, or guarantee coverage or claim payment.
Use the plan that matches the evidence you keep
Starter can establish a small inventory. Pro adds unlimited items, document and warranty tracking, reports, and the insurance PDF workflow.
Starter
A compact personal kit
Up to 25 items, five custom categories, search, filters, mobile access, and three shoot plans.
View Starter planPro
Recommended for this workflow
A working photographer or filmmaker
Unlimited items and shoot plans, documents, warranty tracking, reports, trends, the rig builder, and QR labels.
View Pro planStudio
Shared equipment operations
Everything in Pro, plus loans, maintenance, studio analytics, and access to Studio features as they become available.
View Studio planDetails worth checking before you move the inventory.
Can GearDex insure my camera equipment?
No. GearDex is inventory and workflow software. It does not sell insurance, provide coverage advice, or decide whether a claim is covered.
What camera gear details should I keep for insurance?
A useful record often includes the item name, serial number, clear photos, purchase date, seller, receipt, purchase price, current estimate, location, condition, and supporting documents. Ask your insurer what it requires for your policy.
Can I attach receipts and warranty files?
Yes. Document and warranty tracking are included with Pro and Studio, so supporting files can stay connected to the equipment record.
Does the inventory prove replacement value?
No. It records the values and evidence you enter. Policy terms, depreciation, appraisal requirements, and settlement methods are determined by the insurer and the applicable policy.
Can I export the inventory?
GearDex supports inventory exports, and Pro includes reporting and an insurance PDF workflow. Review any exported record with the insurer or broker who handles your coverage.
Find the workflow that matches the way you work.
Document the kit while it is still in front of you.
Start with the most expensive body and lens. The first 25 items are free.