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<p>It really is amazing the bull that has to be sifted though to get an simple question answered.<br> im not looking for stories im not looking for any advice or a bunch of blubbering individuals tell me a thing or two (only on equipment advice)..<br> <br />I simply asked what do you have?(intended for those who have studios and pay the bills with their skills) here is my list of the things i am getting, now if you have a suggestion to add or remove or over all would like to give your opinion on specific product great, but the real deal is, i was under the impression that this forum was created by photographers for photographers, and that this community would be happy to advise without threts and downing my self or anyone else, I feel that i was ill-informed. <br> I came to ask my question due to i assume and seems i was wrong many of you have your own photography business or do your freelancing, beyond all the junk and "gearhead" name calling, just wanted to get a feel for what you as a professional have found your self purchasing, 1 to get the job done, i understand each job to be done may inquire various different pieces of equipment... 2 equipment that help with the process, like a good tripod, yes an steady camera makes for a sharp image... <br> <strong>The over all, i have one shot at this, its a one time deal to get what i need to continue on with my photography, that's in one time one deal all in one shot, What i have included in my list are the equipment at least once or twice a week i wish i had to make my photography and post processing smother and more effective for my self.</strong><br> yes i want a full frame sensor, so sue me.. would it be nice to be in the middle of nowhere and not have to worrie about my batteries, yes it would be awesome! so im hiking up a cliff side and hey perfect opp to switch lens and grab that close up of a furry caterpillar, maybe i come across a moose and well i don't want to get to close so i slap on the 70-300... I mean really..... <strong>is it really that hard to grab the basic concepts here?</strong><br> Why on green earth would anyone need a camera, Socrates objected to writing as worried that reliance on writing would erode memory (and that the same of images), but also, and maybe more importantly, that reading would mislead students to think that they had knowledge, when they only had data (seen a picture and you know what its like to be there?)<br> anyway im going way off base here, over all i figured what better place to put such a question, but i was not prepared for such ignorance and incompetence within a forum by photographers for photographers.<br> <strong>Over all i wanted to tank the few of you that were helpful in best ways you could </strong>, for some others you have made <strong>my first experience on a forum</strong> miserable and i wish not to return.</p>

<p>So to answer many of your question, I have some make shift items that i use for my photography, i use a green sheet from walmart for a green screen, i use some mechanic lights for lighting, I have one real lens but i use some cheap attachments (wide angle lens wich causes that dark grey or black ring causing me to have to crop the image, also i use magnifying lenses for macro which are very hard to get focused and are really heavy) to get the photos i do, i have ultimately had to take my truck off road and readjust it to use it as a tripod, I have used printed and non printed card stock for my white balance, I have purchased rechargeable batteries AA to go into my hand grip with a make shift holder, i do like to use the hand grip for various reasons.... I use a flash light for my "flash"<br> and last but not least i use a $5 web plan to store all my photos on, it says its unlimited, but there have been times when i have not been able to access my photos<br> <strong>The reason for my list is i have the cash now to upgrade form my makeshift items to more reliable and professional equipment, and wanted some basic feed back to what else i should be looking for, if anything.</strong></p>

<p><strong>Lex Jenkins</strong><br> Yes i understand it depends on whats to be photographed, what i am looking for is a list to have in shop for the various ventures to go photographing.<strong> <br /></strong></p>

<p>Thanks Jeff! :) </p>

<p><strong>My question is "What is your minimums and basics equipment needs?"</strong></p>

<p><strong>Rob,</strong> I have use a DSLR, i currently use a Canon T2i with a Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens (67mm) attached, with 4 batteries and a grip, two chargers, one Precision Ultra Optics Multi Coated Uv Glass Filter (67mm) , a tripod i got from a second hand store and one Vivatar DKS-18 Photo/SLR/Laptop Sling Backpack to put it all in...<br /> <strong>JDM von Weinberg,</strong> I am not asking for a rating for anything specific, <br /> as for what i am looking to do is expand my abilities, currently i have been shooting basic scenery and wild life and would like to expand out side of that a little as well. for example would like to do some wedding as well as some "stock". <br /> I apologize if my question became diluted in some sense, <br /> <strong>My question is "What is your minimums and basics? here is my list"</strong></p> <p> </p>

<p>Hello,<br> I am currently putting together a list of basics without sacrificing for cheaper lenses etc. I am not asking for pricing or where to get items or what would or would not be the best.<br> I am asking for your list so that i may compare and either reduce or add on to my list.so if you would be so kind that would be more than great!<br> so without further delay, here is my list.<br> 1 <strong>Canon EOS-5D Mark III 22.3 Megapixel Digital Camera</strong><br> 1 <strong>Canon BG-E11 Battery Grip for 5D Mark III Camera</strong><br> 4 <strong>Canon LP-E6 Rechargeable Battery</strong> (for camping and outdoor extended trips)<br> 2 <strong>Canon LC-E6 Battery Charger For LP-E6 Battery</strong> ( so that i may charge two while i use the other 2 batteries)<br> 1 <strong>Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens (67mm)</strong><br> 1 <strong>Canon EF 124-70mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens (67mm)</strong><br> <strong>1 <strong>Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Telephoto Lens (67mm)</strong><br /></strong><br> <strong><strong>3 <strong>Precision Ultra Optics Multi Coated Uv Glass Filter (67mm</strong>) <br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>Slik Pro 330DX Tripod W/ Head 63"</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>Amprobe 3730217 LED Light Meter</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>DGK Color Tools Digital Grey Kard Standard White Balance Card Set with Standard Lanyard (Set of Three Cards) </strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>4 <strong>Dane Elec 32GB Compact Flash Memory Card High Speed</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>Vivatar DKS-18 Photo/SLR/Laptop Sling Backpack</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash For Digital SLR</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>Supreme Flash Diffuser</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>Canon RS-60E3 Remote Switch For Rebel Digital Camera</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong>1 <strong>StudioPRO Photography Video Lighting Kit 450W Umbrella Backdrop Set</strong><br /></strong></strong><br> <strong><strong><strong>1 </strong></strong>27-inch iMac </strong>( for editing and uploading ..... you get the point)<strong><br /></strong><br> 1 External hard drive 1TB (for backup)<br> 1 <strong>Adobe creative cloud </strong></p> <p><strong><strong><strong> </strong></strong></strong></p>