Beginners Digital Photography Equipment Tips
For many of us, our cellphones act as a primary means to store and edit photos. Meanwhile, our tablets are our go-to travel companions for watching movies and TV shows on the go. But what if you want to take your photography or videography skills up a notch? It's time for some new equipment!
In this post, I will list my recommendations for beginner digital equipment: good quality starter cameras/lenses for photography, microphones I recommend starting with for video recording, and audio monitors that allow you to listen back your recordings without needing headphones. You can also find all of these items in one place with the B&H kit listed below!
B&H Kit: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1144217-REG.html?si=1144217-0&scno=50&sigr=1254862
Rokinon 7.5mm Fisheye Wide Angle Lens w/Close Focus: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/438109-REG.html?si=438109-0&scno=50&sigr=1254863
Sennheiser MKH416 Microphone for Video Recording: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
Audix OM1 Audio Monitor with 1/4' Jack, 1/8' Jack and XLR-3A Output: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product...
Since my goal today is to provide beginner gear suggestions for serious photography and videography enthusiasts, I'll be skipping the wonderful mediocrity that is smartphone cameras and going straight to the pro-level lenses. You will find a variety of options from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax and Tamron that can all cater to your individual needs. Just remember that your camera isn't always the key to great pictures! Lens selection is also extremely important as focal length plays a major role in how an image will look when captured.
For example, the Rokinon 7.5mm Fisheye Wide Angle Lens is great for shooting large interior spaces and exterior landscapes. On the other hand, if you're looking for something more traditional, Canon's EF 24-70mm f/4L lens is my go-to recommendation.
What about audio recording? While you could certainly go with a high quality set of studio headphones to monitor audio, I've had great results using a Sennheiser MKH416 Microphone with 1/4' Jack, 1/8' Jack and XLR-3A Output. This microphone makes it easy to plug into your camera and monitor your audio with ease!
I hope you enjoyed this brief introduction into beginner digital photography equipment. Now go out there and start much needed upgrades!
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