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Understanding the Canon Speedlite 580EX II/430EX II $19.98 This DVD uses the same material as our original 580 EX/430 EX DVD. Demonstrations of Speedlite operations have been updated to show the 580 EX II/430 EX II models. Your new EX II Speedlite from Canon can be the most powerful accessory in your camera bag! Understanding how the Speedlite’s controls work is important, and this DVD takes you through its operations, step by step. Your host, Tim Mantoa… |
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Canon BGE2 Battery Grip for the EOS 20D and EOS 30D Digital SLR Cameras $120.00 The BG-E2 is made for both the EOS 20D & EOS 30D Digital SLR Cameras and holds up to 2 – (BP-511, BP-511A, BP-512, BP-514) Lithium-ion Battery Packs or 6 AA Batteries (using the included battery holder BMG-E2) to offer double-length shooting time. The vertical shutter release makes shooting with the camera in a vertical position just as comfortable as shooting horizontally…. |
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Canon CPE3 Compact Battery Pack for Speedlite 420EZ/540EZ/550EX/580EX $219.99 Developed with working professional photographers in mind, the new external compact battery pack CP?E3 improves flash recycle times significantly and increases to approximately 432 the number of firings before batteries need to be replaced. The pack takes optional rapid-change magazines that can be loaded with 8 AA-size batteries prior to a shoot to ensure fast, smooth transitions from one battery… |
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Tenba Messenger Photo/Laptop Bag – Small (Olive) $104.95 The Tenba Messenger is the essence of urban – a sleek, lightweight, street-smart satchel that holds a ton, yet hugs your body, moves with you, and doesn’t cramp your style. A removable photo insert allows you to convert it quickly from a camera bag to a general-purpose gym bag, book bag, school bag or briefcase. Capacity: D/SLR body, 3 lenses, flash, magazines, files. Fits mos… |
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Vupoint Solutions Magic Wand Handheld Portable Document Scanner With 4gb Microsd Card $186.73 LCD display for scanning status. Requires 2 AA batteries (included). Included 4GB microSD memory card.Features: Portable Scanner for color & monochromatic images, documents, magazines. Sensor: Color Contact Image Sensor. Resolution: Standard Reso: 300… |
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Canon BG-E11 Battery Grip for Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera $358.20 The Canon BG-E11 Battery Grip is an optional power pack designed specifically for the Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera. It holds up to two LP-E6 battery packs or six AA Batteries (with included battery magazine), offering double-length shooting time. Features a variety of operating controls such as shutter button, Main Dial, multi-controller, AF point selection button, AE lock/FE lock butt… |
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Canon BG-E7 Battery Grip for the EOS 7D Digital SLR Camera (Retail Package) $154.99 The Canon BG%2DE7 Battery Grip holds up to two LP%2DE6 battery packs or six AA Batteries to offer double%2Dlength shooting time%2E The vertical shutter release makes shooting with the camera in a vertical position just as comfortable as shooting horizontally%2E… |
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Canon BG-E6 Battery Grip for Canon 5D Mark II Digital SLR – Retail Package $165.00 The Canon BG-E6 is a dedicated battery grip for the Canon EOS 5D which allows you to use one or two LP-E6 batteries. With two batteries the already long life is doubled and this will be especially useful if using movie mode. The Canon BG-E6 also has vertical control for portraits…. |
Canon Digital SLR Lens – Choose The Right One
Did you know that the lens is as important. if not more important, than the camera you are using? I use Canon models, so I am always on the lookout for the best Canon digital SLR lens that MY money can buy (I don’t have deep pockets).
When I started taking digital photos with my first Olympus 3-megapixel point and shoot camera, I became obsessed with nature pictures. I was especially taken with macro and bird photography.
So now, when you pair Canon digital slr lens with nature, you are talking about image quality in its finest form. For some types of photography like family pictures or street journalism, the sharpness and detail are not quite as important as with nature photos.
I have had the occasion to “lose myself” in a “National Geographic” or “Outdoor Photographer” magazine, imagining that I was the nature photographer who submitted the award winning photos on those pages.
Those guys and gals who shoot for “National Geographic” use lenses that cost in the thousands of dollars… way too costly for my meager budget.
But getting a good quality Canon digital SLR lens can be accomplished on a smaller budget, and “award winning” images are possible, too.
When I say smaller budget, I am talking about, let’s say, a bird lens of about 300mm f/4 with an extender. If you are shooting with a Digital Rebel or a 60D, you can have an effective range of about 600mm, give or take a few millimeters. You can get some excellent photos with that kind of setup.
Or consider a Canon 100mm macro lens. It is an amazing lens for under $900. There are lots of examples of award winning photos with this sweet little macro lens.
The great part about the better lenses is that they are not limited to nature photography. A good long distance lens can do very well with sports like soccer and football. And a 100mm lens is perfect for portraits.
Getting a good Canon digital SLR lens or two will give you years of gratification in your chosen hobby or profession.
About the Author
I love photography and all things related to it. Cameras, camera gear, and image editing software fascinate me, so I am either buying the newest piece of equipment (or software) or researching my next purchase.
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