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A complete, affordable, Canon DSLR kit
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Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Black Body Only)Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (Black Body Only)
Buy new: $579.95 / Used from: $450.00
An excellent, affordable, and very capable camera. Couldn't really ask for more from an affordable DSLR except maybe make it a little larger.
SanDisk SDCFX3-2048-901 2 GB Extreme III CompactFlash Card (Retail Package)SanDisk SDCFX3-2048-901 2 GB Extreme III CompactFlash Card (Retail Package)
Buy new: $30.00 / Used from: $39.02
If you're shooting sports, you'll need a fast memory card. SanDisk makes great CF cards at great prices.
Sunpak 9002DX Tripod with 3-Way Quick-Release Pan HeadSunpak 9002DX Tripod with 3-Way Quick-Release Pan Head
Buy new: $28.99
Every photographer should have a tripod. This one has all the features that you would need.
Canon Deluxe Photo Backpack 200EG for Canon EOS SLR Cameras (Black with Greenish Accent)Canon Deluxe Photo Backpack 200EG for Canon EOS SLR Cameras (Black with Greenish Accent)
Buy new: $41.37 / Used from: $33.00
Camera bags can get pretty expensive. This canon backpack does a great job storing/protecting your gear. And you really can't beat the price.
Giottos Rocket Air Blaster, Manual Air Blower with Extra-Large Rubber Bulb - 5.3" LongGiottos Rocket Air Blaster, Manual Air Blower with Extra-Large Rubber Bulb - 5.3" Long
Buy new: $10.60
Your sensor will get dusty. Instead of an expensive cleaning kit, try one of these first.
Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR CamerasSigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $477.44
This lens covers your ultra-wide to wide angle ranges. A great lens for landscapes and architectures. The wide angles allow you to capture more in one frame. If you want to avoid barrel distortion, go with the Canon 10-22mm lens. It's more expensive, but unlike the Sigma, it will work on full frame cameras as well.
Tamron SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Lens with hood for Canon DSLR CamerasTamron SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Lens with hood for Canon DSLR Cameras
Buy new: Too low to display
This lens covers your mid range. A great walkaround lens. Excellent image quality. Don't buy the kit canon lens, and just go with this one right away. A close competitor is the Sigma 17-70mm, but keep in mind that it does not have a constant aperture.
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera LensCanon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens
Buy new: $89.74 / Used from: $85.00
A low light prime. One of the few times when the product is worth more than its price. For 70 bucks, you get a nice, small lens capable of shooting in low light. It is made of plastic, however, so don't expect it to survive a drop.
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR CamerasCanon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Buy new: $606.95
Telephoto range. It's an "L" lens, what more needs to be said? I'll say it anyway. Image quality is incredible, colors or gorgeous, and the bokeh is pretty too. Note, this lens does not work too well in low light situations. For that you may need to upgrade to the f/2.8 version, or the newer f/4L IS.