Cameras, Photography Gear, Video and Webcams

This is a GREAT full-frame camera for pics and video.  Intuitive and easy with a very versatile lens.  State-of-the-art auto-focus and a nice, small package.

Canon EW-63C Lens Hood

Extra Canon LP-E17 Battery

Personally, I prefer to get the body-only and select the best options for my needs.  The separate lenses noted are what I bought myself and couldn't be more pleased.  Your mileage may vary, but these are my recommendations.

Absolutely amazing ultra-wide lens for architecture, landscapes (especially to highlight something interesting in the foreground) and astrophotography (with the 2.8 aperture).  Phenomenal.

Canon EW-65C Lens Hood

This lens is your ultimate if-I-could-only-have-one-lens lens.  Not very inexpensive, but sometimes the least expensive option is doing it right the first time.  GREAT image quality, not too big and comes with a lens hood.

This, paired with the telephoto zoom to the right (and the 16mm above), is my own personal combo.  Reasonably exceptional image quality and AMAZING portability.  

Canon ES-65B Lens Hood 

The f/4 version of the RF 70-200 is about as good as it gets and you lose (almost) nothing vs. the 2.8 version; especially with today's high-ISO performance.  The image quality is spectacular and LOVE the size.

This particular SanDisk Extreme PRO SDHC card does it all and 64GB is a lot of space.  Many prefer a few of these to one even larger card.  I tend to have 3 on hand at all times.  Consider This Card Reader for downloading.

This is an amazing bag.  Fits everything, is super-durable and is a great size for most things.  The zippered pockets really top it off.  I've found that smaller is slightly too small and larger is just too big.  This one is just right.

Boost saturation and contrast (and reduce haze and reflections) for rich landscape and sky colors in bright sunlight.  Rotate clockwise (to not unscrew) for desired effect.  Select the correct size for your lens.

This is a stunning option.  Possibly all that you'll ever need and a tremendous value.  Just be sure to turn the image stabilization off on your lens when on a tripod.  Superior lever-lock design and extends to 59.45".  15.75" closed.

You can do "better", but this one gets the job done without any fuss and I love it.  No battery - powered by the camera and comes with a wind shield.  Please see my article on video/audio.  Also consider the Deity Lapel Mic .

This 2 light kit is probably the best value of all time for video lighting.  Two 24"x24" softboxes each with an 85W 5500K (which is perfect) CFL bulb and stand.  Comes with carrying case and is everything that most will ever need.

This is worth it (if you don't mind the high cost).  Use your camera's White Balance settings or do a Custom WB to calibrate your camera to mixed lighting for spectacular results.  It's easy and periodically important.

An external hard drive is not a bad idea for backup and this is a great option.  They all say to get at least 2 TBs.  More seems like a little overkill.  Compatible with Windows.  Requires a simple reformatting for Mac.

The SpyderX Pro calibrates your computer's monitor to the room's lighting for accurate colors.  An extremely cool device and is very simple and precise.  Essential if you get into shooting in RAW one day.

Mounts on tripod to hold your phone horizontally or vertically.  Versatile mounting options and has a cold shoe.

For seamless mounting onto a traditional ball head.  Perfect size that makes for a very clean and tidy fit.

Improves your modern iPhone's audio.  The non-L VideoMic Me is for other phones.  Lightning Adapter if needed.

The best single-solution (for size, power and value).  Or this for smaller.

USB to Lightning Cable

Wall Charger

Not the most portable, but GREAT for the home and travel; to include in a backpack.  Just awesome, powerful and I'm going to say a must-have.

Fits perfectly on the dashboard and a good power for a slow charge.  No issues charging through the windshield.

Velcro to Fasten in Place