Buying a digital camera can be the start of a very exciting new hobby and having new equipment can reignite the passion for photography. Cameras generally come with the essential accessories; those items which are essential for the camera to operate such as batteries, chargers and memory cards. Others are optional extras which can enhance the photographic process and lead to better pictures. Depending on the kind of photographer you are the accessories available will have varying degrees of appeal.
Generally speaking whether professional or amateur or just a family snapshot kind of camera user, buying additional memory cards is a must. No one wants to be caught out with a full memory card on a big occasion or even when a pleasing photograph opportunity pops up, so having extra memory cards prevents this disappointment.
A second battery is also an invaluable piece of equipment for the same reason. Having a back up fully charged battery might make the difference between getting great shots and having only your memory.
Some equipment is not essential but is advisable. A good, strong bag for carrying equipment keeps the camera safe and depending on the size and amount of additional equipment the photographer carries the choice of bags stretches from a simple case for just the camera to a large backpack with pockets for additional lenses, lens filters and space for a tripod.
Camera cleaning equipment is also a must, whether you elect to buy a battery operated air duster or just a soft cleaning cloth. By using the right equipment you will prolong the life of the camera and lens and get better results. Never be tempted to use the wrong kind of cloth on a lens, it could scratch and spoil your photographs. Keeping your tripod clean matters too.
If you are purchasing a digital SLR camera you will have the option of buying extra lenses for the camera at the time of purchase or at a later date. Compact digital cameras come with built in variations of the lens and do not have the option of extra lenses.
Lenses can be protected with lens filters such as the UV filter which is used to absorb unwanted light rays without adversely effecting colour balance and also to cover the lens all the time preventing scratching and dirt. Other lens filters are used for a variety of effects, such as reducing the amount of light passing through the lens to reduce glare in very bright scenes or polarising filters which eliminate reflections and glare from water, glass and other non-metallic surfaces and which are also used to enhance the blue of water and skies.
A tripod is a very useful item for anyone using a camera and for any kind of camera. A tripod gives the photographer the certainty that the camera is stable and secure in position whether it is to take a long exposure shot requiring complete stability or if it is to set up a picture in which the photographer is going to appear. Buying a mini tripod will prove a great decision whatever camera you use.
Generally speaking whether professional or amateur or just a family snapshot kind of camera user, buying additional memory cards is a must. No one wants to be caught out with a full memory card on a big occasion or even when a pleasing photograph opportunity pops up, so having extra memory cards prevents this disappointment.
A second battery is also an invaluable piece of equipment for the same reason. Having a back up fully charged battery might make the difference between getting great shots and having only your memory.
Some equipment is not essential but is advisable. A good, strong bag for carrying equipment keeps the camera safe and depending on the size and amount of additional equipment the photographer carries the choice of bags stretches from a simple case for just the camera to a large backpack with pockets for additional lenses, lens filters and space for a tripod.
Camera cleaning equipment is also a must, whether you elect to buy a battery operated air duster or just a soft cleaning cloth. By using the right equipment you will prolong the life of the camera and lens and get better results. Never be tempted to use the wrong kind of cloth on a lens, it could scratch and spoil your photographs. Keeping your tripod clean matters too.
If you are purchasing a digital SLR camera you will have the option of buying extra lenses for the camera at the time of purchase or at a later date. Compact digital cameras come with built in variations of the lens and do not have the option of extra lenses.
Lenses can be protected with lens filters such as the UV filter which is used to absorb unwanted light rays without adversely effecting colour balance and also to cover the lens all the time preventing scratching and dirt. Other lens filters are used for a variety of effects, such as reducing the amount of light passing through the lens to reduce glare in very bright scenes or polarising filters which eliminate reflections and glare from water, glass and other non-metallic surfaces and which are also used to enhance the blue of water and skies.
A tripod is a very useful item for anyone using a camera and for any kind of camera. A tripod gives the photographer the certainty that the camera is stable and secure in position whether it is to take a long exposure shot requiring complete stability or if it is to set up a picture in which the photographer is going to appear. Buying a mini tripod will prove a great decision whatever camera you use.
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