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MissJones
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Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
I'm trying to get a list together for either the nikon d5000 or the d90. I'm most likely going with the d5000. I was wondering what the BTDT people would suggest.
Thanks! 
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
Top priority:
- UV filter to protect your lens.
- A bag to protect your camera
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headoverheels
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
I agree with Sophie. I also cold not live without my speedlight. The quality of pics is so much better with the right flash!
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| Posted 5/14/10 7:46 PM |
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KLSbear
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
Posted by smdl
Top priority:
- UV filter to protect your lens.
- A bag to protect your camera
ITA with the above. Additional things to add to the list:
Extra re-chargable battery - good to have a spare charged and with you at all times.
Larger media card(s) - perferably a fast one - if one comes with the camera it's usually minimal power and storage size.
Small lens-cleaning cloth to carry with you
Other things I use regularly:
I replaced my standard strap with a Black Rapid strap - soooo much more comfortable when walking around.
Photoshop Elements and Adobe Lightroom for processing
External back up - a must for storing digital files safely. Lightroom will download to your hard drive and simultaneously to an external drive, giving you multiple copies for safety.
If the budget permits:
Skip the Kit lens that usually comes with the camera and get a better lens - good glass makes a difference!
Beyond that it depends on what you plan to use the camera for - do you need/want a tripod or monopod? External flash, additional lenses, etc.
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| Posted 5/14/10 7:53 PM |
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MrsFishstick
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
I'm a Canon girl myself, but I have to say invest a good lens. I recommend a 50mm because it's versatile and you get the "artsy" feel.
Extra batteries are a plus too.
Camera bag, I love Jill-e, epiphanie, and Kelly Moore because they look like purses.
HTH!!
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fabrichick
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
Those bags are really nice - I have a Crumpler. Pretty happy with it b/c it's like a messenger bag.
The nifty fifty is on the list of things to get.
I would also suggest taking a class at Adorama or have someone take you out to teach you the ins and outs of it.
I have a Canon but did a few Discovery Days at Adorama. This way you are one on one with someone and they go through the entire OS in a few hours.
It was worthwhile.
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MissJones
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
Ladies, thank you for the ideas!
Posted by fabrichick
I have a Canon but did a few Discovery Days at Adorama. This way you are one on one with someone and they go through the entire OS in a few hours.
It was worthwhile.
Oooh, good idea! Thanks D!
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fabrichick
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
http://www.adorama.com/catalog.tpl?op=WS_Nikon_D90_052510
Message edited 5/14/2010 10:37:37 PM.
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| Posted 5/14/10 10:35 PM |
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MissJones
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Re: Once more, if you have a DSLR, what accessories would you recommend?
Oooooh! Thank you!
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