Join us to explore the Ultimate DSLR Upgrades: 10 gadgets for the growing photographer.
Fortunately, now is a pretty special time to do so.
), a true entry-level full frame DSLR.
However, if youre done with entry level, its time to consider the flagship.
The Nikon D800 is available for a penny shy of $3,000.
The D800 is screaming your name if you might work out the finances.
If youre a Canon shooter, you wont do any worse with the 5D Mark III.
No matter your brand, full frame shooting is where its at.
With the tool we discuss below, it absolutely can.
Could something like this help a photographer?
That 3-inch display on the back of your camera isnt going to cut it.
you could zoom in with a quick multi-touch swipe and move on to the next photograph.
Its a tool we use on many of the shoots we produce.
Eye-Fi Pro x2 Memory Card
Chances are that youve heard of Eye-Fi cards.
Yet these little orange cards have a trick up their sleeve.
Under advanced controls, you’ve got the option to tell these cards to actually generatetheir ownwireless internet.
The Pelican 1510 Travel Case is a dream come true.
They all fit in our Pelican 1510 Case, save for the camera we keep at our side.
This, here, is photographic Fort Knox.
Its illogical how much we love this thing.
Set your flash on the floor ten feet to the right of your subject.
Put it in a translucent umbrella directly above.
Place three of them in the traditional key/fill/back format.
We cant explain just how revolutionary off-camera flash systems are to ones photography.
So well let the pros explain it.
We suggest starting with theLighting 101section.
Oh, and our subject above looks like a robotic gorilla face.
Lightroom 4: Archival and Raw Editing Tool
Chances are, youve heard of Lightroom.
In some cases, it can be considered Photoshop Lite, but its more accurately considered PhotoshopLight.
If you have Photoshop, you dont need Lightroom.
If you shoot a lot of photos, you still need Lightroom.
Trust us, we chose the STX Pro 72 Tripod very carefully, and were eager to explain why.
First, you should not be tempted by the tripods du jour at your local electronics superstore.
We say that because the joke has already been on us.
Carbon fiber tripods are in vogue for being light as a feather.
Gimbal joints come on these expensive tripods for their ability to hone in on the right frame quickly.
Both of these positives can actually become negatives very quickly.
You want a heavy tripod.
You want one that takes deliberate action to lock into the right frame.
The STX Pro 72 Tripod is all of the above.
Thereby, it wont move a millimeter when a truck rattles by your spot on the street.
Doing so would change your frame or disrupt your slow shutter shot.
It features a 3-axis head which allows you to fine-tune and lock each point of movement.
It can extend about a foot taller than most tripods at your local electronics store.
This is a tripod it’s possible for you to grow into.
you could eventually replace the head this tripod accepts universal replacements.
With that, were three paragraphs into an explanation why some random off-market tripod is awesome.
It is awesome, and chances are youll feel the same way.
Oh, and did we mention its available for less than $100 in some cases?
TheSavage Background Porta-A-Stand Kitstands out for its price roughly a hundred bucks or so.
It allows you to introduce a neutral background to give your subject room to live before your camera.
Split the difference, and the background is gray.
Point being, youre going to find the need to create a studio-style environment, and this kit delivers.
Black Rapid RS-7 R-Strap
How uncomfortable is that standard Nikon/Canon camera strap?
How many times has it gone loose on you and youve dropped your camera?
Welcome to the world of photography.
In the world of camera straps, you really cant beat the Black Rapid RS-7 R-Strap.
Its designed to sit on one shoulder, padded, while your camera hangs to the other side.
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We dont mean to sound all infomercial here, but the value weve gotten out of it is remarkable.
Thanks for reading, everyone.
We bet youve got some pretty amazing gadget/gear ideas too.
Were curious, though.
What are your photographic pro secrets?
Were eager to share and share alike!
