2007-02-05 23:20:10 · 6 answers · asked by youdancin 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
If you are into photography as much as I am, buy a case bigger than you think you'll need because you will be buying more equipment, whether you think you will or not. A case that allows you to move and change compartments is helpful. I personally use a hard case with foam inserts that I customize to fit my cameras and lenses. It's worth the investment. Small cases are a waste of money unless all you are using is one of those credit-card size automatic cameras, which I don't. I carry two cameras, 5 lenses, a flash unit, and other accessories and it has served me well.
2007-02-05 23:30:45 · answer #1 · answered by ginabgood1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It you are starting out in photography and need good equipment at a good price, I would start with a manual 35mm SLR that uses film. You have a lot to learn and can learn it better that way.
Digitals present a big problem in that they will forever be changing and adding more megapixels that the camera you buy today will be out of date tomorrow.
If you get a film camera, and there are a bunch of manufacturers that make wonderful film cameras, all you basically need is either a 28-70 macro zoom and a 70-150 zoom. Get a 2x converter that will give you 300 mm on the long end of the 70-150, and a flash that sets away from the camera body. There you will have a reasonable wide angle, the more often used 50mm, and good portrait capacity. You can get all of that from www.keh.com and I can assured you that I have bought item after item from them and been really satisfied with everything.
2007-02-06 00:18:27 · answer #2 · answered by Polyhistor 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It depends on the size of your kit. For a simple bag that is easily accessible, I really like the Lowepro Omni Sport. It holds a camera and 2 lenses easily. It is also easy to remove the camera quickly. It has a shoulder strap and a waist strap.
There is no perfect bag for all uses though. I have six bags and use each of them for different purposes. Backpacks are nice for hiking, but difficult to access quickly. Holster bags are nice when you're just shooting a single zoom for the day. A smaller bag just to hold the camera and a 50mm lens is also useful.
Check out the Lowepro and Tamrac websites to see the various bags in their line. Some swear by Crumpler,Domke, and Tenba bags too.
I've got Lowepro, Tamrac and Tenba bags and they are all quality bags.
If you really get into photography, numerous bags will soon be the norm for you.
2007-02-06 03:26:04 · answer #3 · answered by Bob 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I use a Lowepro micro trekker back pack. It's been the perfect size since i took up photography 2 years ago. It can take one SLR with a lens and then there is plenty of room for a bigger lens, a flash, film, battries, memory cards, and plenty more. There is a good sized pocket on the front for more personal items, and a place to attatch a tripod. Very comfortble to carry, would definatly recomend.
2007-02-06 01:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by stepyuk1 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A digital SLR would be a very good option these days as film is dying on it's feet. There are some very good DSLRs on the market and not all of them cost a fortune.
Try the Cannon Eos series.
2007-02-05 23:32:46 · answer #5 · answered by The Alchemist 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
entry level,with modes other than automatic ,digital camera,fuji finepix etc,SLR and film are dead.
2007-02-06 00:01:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋