Anyone who is interested in photography needs to make sure they have the right cam accessories in order to take their images to the next level.
Below is a list of accessories worth purchasing to enhance you photography skills!
Tripod
Tripods are an essential thing to have for any photographer to own. They add an element that puts them above and beyond the average person.
Manfrotto 190XPro4
This model is a sturdy tripod and also has the right amount of rigidity out there. It is solid for the price point and is able to shrink down from 175 cm to 5 cm if necessary.
The XPro ball head is also very solid and the Manfrotto is worth the money for a good tripod.
Backpack
A backpack or messenger bag is another essential item any photographer needs to own in order to easily carry all of their gear around.
Peak Design Everyday Messenger 13 V2
This messenger bag is stylish and does the job for carrying cameras and other equipment.
The Peak Design Everyday Messenger is well known in the field and can also double as a briefcase. It is a good place to start and sleek and very professional overall to own.
Lights
Photographers need the right lighting to really make the perfect photo display. Definitely a must own on the accessories list.
Hahnel Modus 600RT Mk II
This model comes at a bargain price and has three different options for purchase. These options include a flashgun, wireless kit with a hotshoe and also a Pro Kit. The battery is long-lasting made with lithium-ion.
Filter
Being able to alter photos is also a key component to becoming a next level photographer. There are a few good options on the market.
Hoya PRO1 Digital Circular PL
This is a polarizer that is great quality. It will intensify current photos as well as showcase reflections and other things.
This is a Digital Multi-Coated filter that is fairly affordable and still good quality. It works well when shooting things like water and can also hold a lens cap.
Audio
Making sure the audio fits perfectly with the high quality video is another important thing for anyone looking to take things to the next level.
Rode VideoMic Go
This model is perfect for videographers on a budget and it mounts well and can reduce unwanted noises when it is being used. It can be powered from the mic socket of the camera so there’s no need for a battery and it can also reduce wind noise.
Storage space
Storage space is another major concern for any photographer aspiring to move up in the world. It helps when you’re on the go and can be a true lifesaver.
SanDisk Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I
This is an excellent SD card overall and it works with top quality formats like 4K videos.
There are many options on the market, but this brand has a nice assortment of capacities that can be purchased from 32 GB all the way up to 1 TB of space. It also is fairly quick in terms of processing all of the data necessary.
Software
Photo editing software has become increasingly important for any top level photographer to own. They can do more than ever before, though they aren’t cheap these days.
Adobe Photoshop CC 2020
Photoshop is the place to start when it comes to editing photos. This is the newest release and it works well on nearly every platform. For $9.99 per month, users can access Photoshop and Lightroom and subscriptions are able to be canceled. Photoshop is basically an industry standard at this point.
Adobe Premiere Elements 2020
For those who are looking to expand into video editing, it is worth grabbing another Adobe product that works well on a Mac or Windows computer along with 4K support. There is no subscription on this one, and it does a great job breaking in those just beginning too.
