Look at all those accessaries for a digital SLR camera! What are the absolute essentials for a beginner in photography?
First thing to ask yourself is, “what do you like to photograph?” This will impact your purchase decisions. I’ll list a few options for you to consider (I’ll mention Canon lenses, as that’s what I shoot, but you should be able to find the same for Nikon or other DSLRs): • The kit lens – Definitely, definitely get it. Don’t worry about all the on-line articles and blogs you read about how bad these kit lenses are. For the <$100 price, there is NOTHING like them on the market. Pick it up, use it, learn with it, and if the mood strikes you, down the line, replace it. • Ultra wide angle (UWA) lens. I have the Canon EF-s 10-22mm lens and I LOVE it. The incredibly wide angle and the unique perspectives you can get are fantastic. But, this lens is not for everyone. I use it primarily for wide angle scenic shots and for funky perspective shots (I particularly love it for shooting brownstone buildings in Boston) • Telephoto lenses. If you like to shoot wildlife (birds, animals, etc) or sports,
