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Canon 300D Gear
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Canon EOS 6.3MP Digital Rebel Camera (Body Only)Canon EOS 6.3MP Digital Rebel Camera (Body Only)
Buy used from: $375.00
My first digital SLR, very easy to use, great starter camera.
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM SLR Lens for EOS Digital SLRsCanon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM SLR Lens for EOS Digital SLRs
Buy new: $666.95 / Used from: $599.95
Gives the 300D wide angle coverage from 16-35mm (35mm equivalent).
Canon EOS Digital Rebel Body Only - Black 6.3 MegapixelsCanon EOS Digital Rebel Body Only - Black 6.3 Megapixels
My second digital SLR. Found the need to carry more than one camera occasionally when I don't have time to change lenses.
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR CamerasCanon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras
Buy new: $957.43 / Used from: $925.00
Canon's new 'L' lens that covers the range of two separate lenses. One less lens to carry for me.
Canon BGE1 Battery Grip for use with the Digital Rebel CameraCanon BGE1 Battery Grip for use with the Digital Rebel Camera
Buy used from: $110.00
One for each of the cameras. Allows me to extend my shooting time without having to worry about switching out batteries plus the vertical control grip is great for portraits.
Canon 550 EX Flash for G6, G5, G3, G2, G1, Pro1, Pro90 & all EOS SLR CamerasCanon 550 EX Flash for G6, G5, G3, G2, G1, Pro1, Pro90 & all EOS SLR Cameras
Superceded now by the 580EX, but still a very good option for the price.
Canon Off Camera Shoe Cord 2 for Canon Pro1, G2, G3, G5 & G6 Digital CamerasCanon Off Camera Shoe Cord 2 for Canon Pro1, G2, G3, G5 & G6 Digital Cameras
This allows me to mount the flash off-camera on my flash bracket and camera plate from Really Right Stuff.
Canon CA-PS400 Compact Power Adapter for Canon G Series, Pro 1 and Pro 90 Digital CamerasCanon CA-PS400 Compact Power Adapter for Canon G Series, Pro 1 and Pro 90 Digital Cameras
Buy new: $80.42
Allows charging two batteries to keep up with the battery grips.
Canon ACK-E2 AC Adapter for EOS 5D, 10D, 20D, D60, D30 & Digital Rebel CamerasCanon ACK-E2 AC Adapter for EOS 5D, 10D, 20D, D60, D30 & Digital Rebel Cameras
Buy new: $56.92 / Used from: $49.99
Comes with interchangeable cords for international use. The adapter and cords can also be used with the dual charger above.
Op/Tech Reporter Strap, Black OptechOp/Tech Reporter Strap, Black Optech
Allows me to carry one or both cameras at once. A separate strap can be purchased to carry the cameras independently.
Tiffen 77mm Deluxe Enhancing Filter KitTiffen 77mm Deluxe Enhancing Filter Kit
A very good basic filter kit with commonly used filters.
Tamrac Velocity 9 Pro Sling Pack 5749 Camera Bag in Blue - Tamrac 5749Tamrac Velocity 9 Pro Sling Pack 5749 Camera Bag in Blue - Tamrac 5749
This bag holds almost everything on this list. It only has room for both bodies - one with lens attached, the other without.
Slik Professional Universal Deluxe Tripod with 3-Way Panhead and Panoramic Photo GuideSlik Professional Universal Deluxe Tripod with 3-Way Panhead and Panoramic Photo Guide
Buy new: $93.63
A holdover from my film days. A nice tripod for the money, but investment in a solid tripod with a good ballhead is a must.
Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH)Kata T-212 Torso-Pack Camera Sling Case (EPH)
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $52.51
Allows me to quick-draw my camera when traveling light. Its big brother is the T-214
Canon Wireless Remote Control RC1 for Digital RebelCanon Wireless Remote Control RC1 for Digital Rebel
Buy new: $21.50
Just your basic wireless line-of-sight remote for when I'm in front of the camera.
Canon Remote Switch RS60 E3Canon Remote Switch RS60 E3
Buy new: $25.33 / Used from: $15.99
A must have for shooting in low light without flash to avoid camera shake.
Canon BP511A 1390mAh Lithium Ion Battery Pack for Select Digital Cameras and CamcordersCanon BP511A 1390mAh Lithium Ion Battery Pack for Select Digital Cameras and Camcorders
Buy new: $43.72 / Used from: $19.85
This is the replacement for the BP-511, at a higher rating. There have been reports of non-Canon batteries prematurely dying, so I stick with these and haven't had any problems yet.
Delkin Devices 2GB PRO COMPACTFLASH CF CARD ( DDCFPRO1-2GB )Delkin Devices 2GB PRO COMPACTFLASH CF CARD ( DDCFPRO1-2GB )
Buy new: $22.56
Ensures I have enough space to shoot RAW.
MediaGear Hi-Speed USB 2.0 9 in 4 Digital Card Reader/Writer - EP9n4/ReaderMediaGear Hi-Speed USB 2.0 9 in 4 Digital Card Reader/Writer - EP9n4/Reader
Takes the burden off the camera when transferring files, not to mention higher transfer rates.
Canon EP-EX15 Eyepiece Extender for all EOS CamerasCanon EP-EX15 Eyepiece Extender for all EOS Cameras
Buy new: $14.89
Keeps me from smudging the LCD.
Canon Angle Finder C for Canon EOS SLR CamerasCanon Angle Finder C for Canon EOS SLR Cameras
Buy new: $143.81
Great for shooting very low to the ground.
Adorama Micro Fiber Clean Cloth 8 x 8" (18% Gray - can also be used as 18% Gray Card)Adorama Micro Fiber Clean Cloth 8 x 8" (18% Gray - can also be used as 18% Gray Card)
Buy new: $5.95
Doubles as a gray card for setting white balance.
Hakuba USA Mini-Lens PenHakuba USA Mini-Lens Pen
Great for cleaning small places like the viewfinder.
Giottos AA1900 Large Rocket BlasterGiottos AA1900 Large Rocket Blaster
Buy new: $8.45
When you can't use canister air, this is it. A great alternative to more expensive sensor cleaning systems.
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR CamerasCanon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Buy new: $1,549.95 / Used from: $1,520.00
Another great lens to have, although expensive.